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SUBJECT: Fall Semester COVID-19 Entry Testing Instructions for Graduate/Professional Students

 

July 30, 2021 

Good afternoon,

We look forward to welcoming you to campus soon for the start of the fall semester. We are writing today to outline what you can expect related to COVID-19 entry testing and other testing protocols this semester. 

 

Entry Testing

 

Email sent to all regular arrival residential (on-campus) upperclass students

Subject: Your Return to Campus: Check-In, Entry Testing, and Move-In

Monday, August 2, 2021

Good afternoon,

The fall semester is quickly approaching, and we are excited to see you back on campus soon. In this email, you'll find more information about your return to campus, including entry testing, check-in, and move-in. 

Please note that this email outlines the entry process for students returning during regular move-in from August 20-22. If you are an approved early arrival student, you will receive a separate email outlining your process.

 

STEP 1: SIGN UP FOR ENTRY TESTING (PRIOR TO DURHAM)

 

Email sent to all incoming first-year students, by East Campus residence hall

Monday, August 2, 2021

 

 

Email sent to current on-campus summer residents 

 

Monday, August 2, 2021

Subject: Fall Move-In and COVID-19 Entry Testing

Good afternoon [[Profile..First_Name]]

Unique ID: [[Profile..University_ID]]

 

The end of summer is quickly approaching, and so we're writing today to share more information about your transition from summer and fall. There are three sections to this email: (1) entry testing, (2) key/fob pick-up, & (3) moving.

 

STEP 1: AUGUST 2-6 (THIS WEEK) - ENTRY TESTING

 

Email sent to early arrival (new-to-campus) undergraduates on a rolling basis (dependent on program).

 

Subject: Fall Early Arrival Move-In and COVID-19 Entry Testing

Good afternoon [[Profile..First_Name]]

Unique ID: [[Profile..University_ID]]

The fall semester is quickly approaching, and as one of our early arrival students, we are excited to see you on campus soon. In this email, you'll find more information about your return to campus, including entry testing, check-in, and move-in. 

STEP 1: ENTRY TESTING

All Duke students must complete an entry test for COVID-19 prior to the Fall 2021 semester. Your DukeCard will remain inactive until you’ve completed this process.

 

Subject: DKU Student Arrival: Entry Testing, Check-In, and Move-In

Sent: Monday, August 2, 2021

 

Dear DKU students,

We are so excited to welcome you to campus soon. We're writing to share important information about your arrival to campus, including checking into your campus residence hall, completing your entry test for COVID-19 (which is required for all students), and moving in. 

 

This message is being sent to all Duke undergraduates living off-campus this fall. 

August 9, 2021

From funny, personal stories of his mother’s reaction to his research awards – “that’s very nice, Bobby, but it’s not the Nobel” – to wise advice about mentorship and persistence, Dr. Robert Lefkowitz delighted over 200 viewers who tuned in to his virtual interview at Jewish Life at Duke with former Blue Devil David M. Rubenstein ’70 earlier this week. The conversation, introduced by Emma Mehlhop ‘21, a Jewish senior studying Economics and Global Health, was an entertaining and insightful peek inside the life and work of the cardiologist turned legendary scientist whom the Swedish press corps dubbed “the happiest Laureate.” Lefkowitz shared stories of his career path, family and personal life, and how his Jewish values shaped his life.

Happy LDOC, Dukies!

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Today, we celebrate Turkey in honor of the many global scholars and spouses from Turkey. A few weeks ago, Merve Falan gave a fantastic presentation about her home country. She shared about the country’s history and culture and even provided Turkish treats for everyone to try. Merve shared that “Istanbul is a magical city that tells you about everything. The city is a storyteller.” By the end of her presentation, most of the audience was ready to pack their bags and travel to Turkey.