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Defensive struggle looms for Duke football Saturday Brian Mazur The Chronicle Although there are no ranked opponents remaining on the schedule, the season is not getting any easier for Duke. After notching a season-defining 34-20 win against then-No. 20 Georgia Tech last weekend, the Blue Devils will look to move to 2-0 in ACC play for the first time since 2012 against Boston College Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at Wallace Wade Stadium. As head coach David Cutcliffe’s team moves into the heart of its schedule, it is also poised to continue facing physical ACC teams, including an Eagles team that he called a “welloiled machine.” “They are very physical,” Cutcliffe said. “We are coming off of a game [against a team] that was physical and we are going into another game that is physical. So as always, this time of year you start getting little bumps and bruises.” Saturday’s matchup looks to be another bruiser. With two of the nation’s best defenses taking the field, fans should not expect a lot of offensive fireworks. Boston College (3-1, 0-1 in the ACC) enters the game with the nation’s top total defense— only allowing 118 yards per game—and the FBS’s second-best scoring defense, giving up 7.8 points per game. These statistics have been somewhat skewed after the Eagles held winless FCS foe Howard to just 11 total yards in a 76-0 victory Sept. 12, but head coach Steve Addazio’s defense proved itself a week later when it only gave up 217 yards and one offensive touchdown against then-No. 9 Florida State. Boston College delivered a similar performance one week later against a Northern Illinois team that nearly upset No. 1 Ohio State. “They do a lot of things on defense and defend every aspect,” Cutcliffe said. “They have a great run defense, but also a great pass defense, and that’s why they are who they are.” In its own right, Cutcliffe’s defense has opened eyes across the country after solid performances against ranked Northwestern and Georgia Tech squads during the past
Khloe Kim | The Chronicle Linebacker Dwayne Norman has been a key stopper in the Duke defense of late, registering 21 tackles in his last two games.
two weeks. The Blue Devils only gave up a combined three offensive touchdowns in those contests and held the Yellow Jackets to just 173 yards rushing—200 less than their season average. Duke’s front six has played better than expected through four games and is a driving force behind a defense that has only allowed 11.5 points per contest so far. Linebacker Dwayne Norman has anchored the group of late, posting 21 tackles in his last two games, including 4.5 for loss. Look for Norman to be very active once again against a physical Eagles offense that will attempt to run the ball into the heart of the Blue Devil defense. “My playing style is more of a hard-nose, traditional linebacker, to get up there and just hit it out and see who is going to get up and
a case to be a high pick in the 2016 NFL draft. After last week’s 12-tackle performance against the Yellow Jackets, Cash garnered National Defensive Player of the Week accolades from numerous outlets. “He diagnosed so many things in the Northwestern game and blitzed, and he ends up tackling people four yards deep in the backfield,” Cutcliffe said. “It’s called ‘read and react’ and he does it very well.” There has been less excitement of late around the Blue Devil offense, which after getting off to a hot start has struggled against the tougher defenses of Northwestern and Georgia Tech. In particular, quarterback Thomas Sirk is showing growing pains after a pair of big games against Tulane and N.C. Central. Sirk has thrown for a total of 264 yards and tossed three interceptions during the last two weeks and has struggled to get the ball down the field, especially in the second halves of both games. Against a Boston College defense that has only given up a total of 288 passing yards all season, Sirk will have his hands full Saturday and said that third down conversions will be important. “We have to be better on third downs and I have to be more comfortable in the pocket and see down the field,” Sirk said. “We are going to continue to improve on things that I see week-to-week on film study.” Saturday’s contest will give Duke another chance to assert itself as a front-runner in the chase for the ACC Coastal Division crown in 2015. The program has defeated a ranked team in each of the last three seasons and looks to be headed to the postseason for the fourth straight year. Although the Blue Devils lost some bigtime players on both sides of the football this offseason, young talent has filled the shoes of the graduating veteran players and has kept Duke in contention. “We felt like we had good young players on a talent level,” Cutcliffe said. “We have a lot of people that are great products of what we have tried to put together. The program is on display.”
keep coming back,” Norman said. “It definitely helps me out and helps my game.” Redshirt senior safety Jeremy Cash has been another stalwart for defensive coordinator Jim Knowles’ defense and will look to cause problems for redshirt freshman quarterback Troy Flutie—nephew of former Boston College star Doug Flutie—who will be making just his second career start Saturday. Cash has put up big numbers this season, including 34 tackles, 1.5 sacks, eight tackles for loss and six quarterback hurries, proving he can make a big play both in the secondary and at the line of scrimmage. In his third season starting at the strike safety for Duke (3-1, 1-0), the Miami native has blossomed into one of the most feared Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the players for opposing offenses and is making Thursday edition of The Chronicle.
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homecoming.dukealumni.com Friday, October 2 10:30-11:15 a.m. | DUHLAA Student Roundtable Discussion Center for Multicultural Affairs, Bryan Center Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to join DUHLAA members for a roundtable discussion on relevant issues related to the Latino community at Duke.
12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. | DUU’s Welcome Back Luncheon Brown Gallery, top floor of the Bryan Center Please join Duke University Union (DUU) for a luncheon surrounded by DUU VisArt’s Student Art Showcase in the Brown Gallery! This informal event will feature live student music performances and the opportunity to connect with DUU students and alumni in the media and arts. In addition, we will be collaborating with duARTS, Happymess studios, and Gabe En-Goetz to have paint by numbers, metal art and spray paint workshops. Children are welcome and free food will be served! We look forward to seeing you all there!
5:30-7:30 p.m. | Founders’ Day Convocation and Reception Page Auditorium The ceremony includes a memorial for members of the community deceased during the past year; recognition of outstanding students, faculty, and staff; and the presentations of the Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Teaching Award, the Distinguished Alumni Award, and the University Medal.
7:30-9:00 p.m. | DUHLAA National Conference Dinner
9:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. | President Brodhead’s Homecoming Dance
8:30-11:30 p.m. | DUMB/DBAA Homecoming Party
Tent on Krzyzewskiville Quad and Wilson Gym, West Campus This highlight event takes place in the Wilson gym basketball court and under a giant tent on K-ville Quad… a true Duke tradition not to be missed! Light reception fare, beverages, a live band, and student performers add to the festive atmosphere.
Levine Science Research Center (LSRC) Dining Hall (Blue Express) After the game, join DUMB members past and present for a party! All current DUMB and DUMB alumni (and their guests) are invited. Click here to register or contact Nick Superina atdukealumniband@gmail.com.
**All guests must enter the dance from the tent on Krzyzewskiville Quad on the side closest to Cameron (just in front of the Wilson Center); walkway from IM Building to Wilson will be closed.
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11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. | Duke Swimming & Diving Breast Cancer Awareness Meet
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Taishoff Aquatics Pavilion The Duke swimming and diving programs will be holding a Breast Cancer Awareness Meet during their season opener against Pittsburgh, with all proceeds benefiting the Duke Cancer Institute. Help the Blue Devils pack the stands as they compete with other schools around the country to raise the most money for breast cancer research. Please bring $5 for an entry donation and an additional $15 if you are interested in purchasing a breast cancer awareness t-shirt to support the cause. Follow this link for more information: http://goduke.us/1iWVi4f
1:30 p.m. | Duke Alumni Association Pregame Celebration
Piazza Italia This dinner is an opportunity to connect with administrators, faculty, alumni and students alike. Dinner will feature an address from Judge Rodolfo “Rudy” Armando Ruiz II. $30/person, free to students/ administrators. For questions regarding the DUHLAA 4th National Conference, please contact Jorge Bartolome at jorge.bartolome@icloud.com.
Tent on Krzyzewskiville Quad Get ready for some football at the DAA pre-game gathering. The DAA will provide the food, beverages (beer, sodas, water) and fun for the whole family, including face painting, a photo booth, and a balloon artist It’s also a great place to meet up with members of your affinity group: sign your group up here, and we’ll provide a meet-up area—and a banner to help group members find each other. Don’t miss this pregame tradition!
7:30-9:30 p.m. | VIP Lounge for Alumni
1:30 p.m. | All Duke Beta Tailgate Party
(early entry to President’s Homecoming Dance) Tent outside of Wilson Gym, Krzyzewskiville Quad Duke alumni are invited to enjoy VIP status at the annual President’s Homecoming Dance; meet up with your group/friends/classmates before the crowds descend at 9:30 p.m.—nosh, sip a beverage, and get your Homecoming 2015 weekend off to a festive start!
Whitford Drive Lot All Betas, their families, and friends are invited. Look for the BETA Flag! Contact the Hosts of this longtime annual event, Jean & Bill Losee # 361, 919-383-4674, chezlosee@yahoo.com for all details including what to bring and where to park.Will start 2 hours before kickoff (TBA).
8:00-10:00 p.m. | The Graduate School Homecoming Reception
3:30 p.m. | Duke Football vs. Boston College
Sarah P. Duke Gardens-Kirby Horton Hall and Patio Dean Paula D. McClain and Duke Alumni Affairs cordially invite you to join students and alumni of The Graduate School for a formal reception preceding President and Mrs. Brodhead’s Homecoming Dance. RSVP here.
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Wallace Wade Stadium Cheer for football and Coach Cutcliffe when the Blue Devils take to the gridiron against the Boston College Eagles in Wallace Wade Stadium.
Page Auditorium Chapel Choir alumni are welcome to join in singing for University Worship at 11:00 am on Sunday morning. Rehearsal begins at 9:15 am in Page Auditorium. Contact Rodney Wynkoop atrodney@duke.edu for more information.
11:00 a.m. | University Worship Service Page Auditorium The ecumenical service includes a traditional liturgy, the Duke Chapel Choir and organ music. It will also include elements that reflect this Sunday being Founders’ Sunday at Duke and World Communion Sunday in the church. For more information contact Jack Adams atjack.adams@duke.edu.
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Nasher10 Homecoming The Nasher Museum The Nasher Museum presents a daylong celebration on the heels of Duke Homecoming weekend. 3 PM: Remarks by Durham Mayor Bill Bell, Duke University President Richard H. Brodhead and Nancy A. Nasher, daughter of museum founder and namesake Raymond D. Nasher and chair of the Nasher Museum Board of Advisors Noon to 4 PM: Tours, live entertainment, hands-on activities The centerpiece of the event is a new wall painting by Odili Donald Odita in the Mary D.B.T. Semans Great Hall. Visitors can explore The New Galleries with mini-theme tours, enjoy entertainment by Duke students and meet artist Barkley L. Hendricks. More information: http://nasher.duke.edu/ calendar/?type=nasher-10
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Renovated Rubenstein Library ready for students Claire Ballentine The Chronicle The David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library reopened Monday—marking the completion of renovations that transformed the building into a state-of-the-art research facility. The approximately $60 million renovations to the 1928 and 1948 portions of Rubenstein—the original West Campus library structure—included adding more event spaces, study rooms, technology and new exhibits. Construction began in late 2012 in the final phase of the Perkins Project, an initiative that originated in 2000 to improve the design and function of the Perkins Library complex. Rubenstein will now be a better space for students, faculty and visiting researchers to utilize, said Aaron Welborn, director of communications for the University libraries, during a recent tour of the renovated space. “This is the kind of space we’ve needed for years and we finally got it,” Welborn said. Updated exhibit spaces on the first floor—such as the Mary Duke Biddle Rare Book Room—will be the highlights of Rubenstein, Welborn explained. Old exhibit cases were replaced in these areas to show off some of Rubenstein’s special collections, such as a history of anatomy textbooks, he noted. Other aspects of the renovated first floor include exhibit spaces that will highlight student and faculty research and a gallery
focused primarily on photography and other kinds of flat media, explained David Pavelich, head of research services of Rubenstein. In addition, the Michael and Karen Stone Family Gallery will display the Rubenstein’s extremely rare artifacts such as the The Bay Psalm Book—the first book printed in what is now the United States— and English writer Virginia Woolf’s writing desk, Pavelich said. “You can see all of these foundational documents in a way that you can’t necessarily do in other places,” Welborn said. “It’s a personal interaction with history.” Several students voiced their approval of the completed renovations. “We’ve been waiting for it for a long time,” senior Rachel Anderson said. “It’s pretty thrilling to see it reopened.” Senior Liz Colavita agreed, noting that she is excited to have the main entrance to the library finished in time for her final year on campus. Rubenstein will host an open house on Sept. 10 to show off the new space. In addition to food and giveaways, library staff will give tours of the new spaces. Another area of interest on the first floor is a new event space—able to hold about 90 people—that was added near the front of the library and will be used to host an increased number of programs, Pavelich explained. “We’ve been wanting a space like this that’s right on the main quad, and I think it will be a very popular room,” he said. The library’s entrance was transformed to make it easier for visitors to enter the
Sanjeev Dasgupta | The Chronicle Part of the Rubenstein Library renovations included enhancing the study space in the Gothic Reading Room on the second floor.
building closer to the bus stop, and students will be able to access Perkins Library by going through an exhibit gallery. The front entrance to the library now also features a plaza where people can gather, Welborn explained. New features for teaching—such as projectors that can display images of physical artifacts onto screens—were included in the renovations, Welborn said. He added that students in classes that do research in the library’s archival collection will be able to use these as well. Pavelich
said that the library now boasts upgraded teaching spaces as well as seminar rooms that can hold about 10 people. Three group study rooms are now available for students and include bigger tables and more power outlets. Updated technology includes better climate control to maintain the ideal temperature and humidity for preserving books, Welborn explained. New deep cold storage rooms will store color photography. He added that an See RUBENSTEIN on Page 14
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DKU optimistic in year 2 despite economic downturn Abigail Xie The Chronicle After China’s recent economic decline and an inaugural year with mixed reviews, Duke Kunshan University is moving forward into year two. DKU—a partnership between Duke and Wuhan University in China—kicked off its second year for students and faculty on Aug. 24. The recent economic turmoil in China may not hurt DKU’s progress toward launching its full four-year undergraduate program, providing more services to students and expanding research capabilities, said Denis Simon, executive vice chancellor of DKU. “What’s really important is that we don’t see any less of a commitment from the Chinese government in supporting DKU,” said Simon, who replaced Mary Brown Bullock Aug. 1. “I think we see continuing strong support by the Kunshan government, Jiangsu province and Chinese Ministry of Education.” Families in China might be even more inclined to send their kids to school at DKU rather than abroad in a time of financial trouble, which puts DKU in a better position to attract students, Simon explained. Michael Schoenfeld, vice president for public affairs and government relations, agreed, saying partners in China have given no indication that the economic downturn will have a significant impact on long-term plans for DKU. “We’re paying close attention to it,” Schoenfeld said. “At this point, it’s too soon to tell what the impact of fluctuations in the Chinese economy will have on DKU and higher education.”
Chronicle File Photo DKU opened for its second year of classes for students and faculty Aug. 24 amid economic turmoil in China.
Administrators of DKU are also focused on planning for major developments on campus and improving the student experience this year. When DKU opened last fall, ongoing construction of the student dormitories, faculty residence hall and parts of the academic center made for a campus some felt was “unfinished.” “What we learned this past year was to be more like bamboo—flexible but not snapped, and to accommodate the challenges of operating in China,” Simon said. “The Chinese side learned what it means to collaborate with
underway on a sixth. He added that DKU is continuing to develop more graduate programs and is currently engaged in planning for Phase 2—the launch of a four-year undergraduate program aimed for 2018. Currently, DKU only offers semesterlong programs for undergraduates—in which there are 53 students enrolled. DKU also offers three masters programs in global health, medical physics and management studies with a total of 37 students. Schoenfeld added that both student and faculty interest in DKU is increasing. “If you look at the number and breadth of faculty who are interested in developing classes, programs and research initiatives for DKU, that’s a really strong indicator of its potential value not just to Duke but to higher education,” he said. “This is a very long term proposition and the real marker of success will not be in year two or year five—it’s going to be in year 10 or 20.” In the next few years, focusing on expanding research programs and bringing in faculty will be one of the major goals of DKU, Simon added, describing a vision of a “strategic triangle” involving undergraduates, graduates and research initiatives. As part of what Simon calls a “fine-tuning” process, DKU is also looking to provide more services for the students, like frequent access into nearby towns, and to foster a greater sense of community on campus. “We’re trying to make sure there aren’t glitches,” Simon explained. “We want to keep the momentum going forward.”
a western University, so there was a duality of learning.” Although student and faculty feedback was generally positive, some students had expectations for a more polished environment, he noted. “We’re making sure we design and build a series of buildings in alignment with the undergraduate pedagogy,” he said, explaining that how classes will be taught determines the style of buildings needed. Simon noted that five buildings comprising Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Sept. DKU’s campus have been completed and work is 10 issue of The Chronicle.
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Duke ranked No. 8 nationally once again Ryan Zhang The Chronicle For the second year in a row, Duke is No. 8 in the annual college rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The ranking places Duke one spot behind seventh-ranked Massachusetts Institute of Technology and one spot ahead of ninthranked University of Pennsylvania. Princeton University was ranked as the top school for the third year in a row. Harvard University and Yale University finished second and third, with three schools—Columbia University, Stanford University and the University of Chicago—tied for fourth. The top 10 schools in the rankings remained unchanged from last year with one exception—Johns Hopkins University moved from No. 12 into a tie for No. 10 with the California Institute of Technology. “The rankings are a snapshot of where you stand in time,” said Michael Schoenfeld, vice president for public affairs and government relations. “They’re imperfect, but nonetheless a useful comparison among institutions. Certainly if there is going to be a top 10 we want to be in it.” This year, U.S. News & World Report added a ranking of the “Most Innovative Schools” based on facilities, curriculum and technology. Duke ranked No. 7 in this category, which was led by Arizona State University. Along with the “Most Innovative Schools” ranking, Schoenfeld noted that the University finished near the top in rankings of affordability and access and quality of instruction. The U.S. News & World Report lists are
among the most popular college rankings each year. Rankings are based on a combination of 16 factors that are assigned different weights. The most heavily weighted factors are reputation among academic leaders, student retention and faculty resources. No changes were made to the ranking indicators used in the 2016 edition, though
the methodology to assess certain indicators was modified. In May, the School of Law was tied for eighth, the School of Nursing was tied for sixth and the School of Medicine was tied for eighth among their respective peers. Duke was ranked third in another set of rankings that came out Tuesday. College Factual
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Edens residents enjoying new amenities post-construction Claire Ballentine The Chronicle New improvements to Edens Quadrangle means that Pitchforks’ food may not be the only reason to wander past Keohane. The construction work—which began in May—has aimed to make Edens a more desirable place to live. Completed renovations to the area include a two-story glass structure added to the common room in Edens 1C, a glass entry portal, updated interior work and, most recently, a new exercise facility. Rick Johnson, assistant vice president for student affairs for Housing, Dining and Residence Life, which is sponsoring the project, said that students have responded positively to the changes. “The reaction has been overwhelming,” he said. “We knew it would be spectacular, but we didn’t know there would be such strong reactions.” Johnson explained that the project included upgrades to kitchens, common rooms and laundry rooms, which were completed during the summer. A hightech gaming room and a first floor study space in the glass addition are still under construction but will hopefully be finished by October, he added. The project was previously scheduled to be completed by the beginning of November. The exercise facility in Edens 2A officially debuted Aug. 31 with an open house featuring food and demonstrations of the workout equipment. Johnson noted that the fitness area includes two rooms—one for workout machines and a studio designed
Annie Wang | The Chronicle Following several upgrades to Edens Quadrangle, residents have noted that it now feels like they have their own campus to enjoy.
for group exercise classes. “I think this is a great partnership between HDRL and the recreation center,” said Debbie Lo Biondo, associate dean for West Campus. “I am excited about the possibilities.” Some students have said that the Edens gym does not offer the same range of equipment as other facilities on campus. Sophomore Jason Ng noted that the
that the renovations—especially the game room—will encourage more students to visit the area. Because of the updated common rooms with better tables for studying, students will be able to do homework in Edens instead of walking to Perkins Library, sophomore Jacquelyn Arreaga said. Johnson added that he thinks the new transparency in Edens—achieved by replacing much of the existing stone work with glass—has transformed the area, noting that he has heard several students say they love living in Edens now. He also explained that the new portal— which leads from the bottom of the steps at McClendon Tower to the center of the quadrangle—works to make the area feel more connected to the rest of campus. “[HDRL] has heard for many years that Edens is too distant from everything,” he said. “I think we’ve overcome that now.” Some students have said, however, that some of the changes are more cosmetic than practical. “All in all it does make Edens look nicer, but it doesn’t feel too useful,” sophomore Vincent Zhang noted. Despite the complaints, many students acknowledged that the construction work made Edens a better, more convenient place to live. “It was a very positive evolution,” junior Elena Tamayo said. “With all the things that have been made, it’s like we have our own campus.”
fitness facility lacks some types of strength training equipment. A number of students said that they appreciated renovations as a whole, however. “I was surprised they were done in time,” junior Matt Udelhofen said. “They did a good job. Everything looks really modern.” Sophomore Rahul Sharma said that he Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the thinks the new study rooms and common Sept. 7 issue of The Chronicle. areas will be helpful for students, noting
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Califf nominated by Obama to lead FDA in the next five years and is awaiting Senate approval. The Chronicle When Califf spoke to The Chronicle in January after being A Duke researcher was nominated tapped as deputy commissioner for as the next commissioner of the Food Medical Products and Tobacco, he and Drug Administration by President noted that he hoped to address the Barack Obama Tuesday. increase in electronic health records Dr. Robert Califf, former vice and improve the FDA’s clinical trial chancellor for clinical and translational research, was appointed deputy See CALIFF on Page 14 commissioner for Medical Products and Tobacco at the FDA in January and will now await Senate approval for the commissioner position after being nominated. Califf—who has taken a leave of absence from the University due to his FDA duties—is a renowned cardiologist and the founding director of the world’s largest academic research organization, the Duke Clinical Research Institute. Bloomberg reported Tuesday that the nomination came in a statement that included the names of nominees for several administrative positions. If confirmed, Califf will replace Stephen Ostroff, who has served as acting commissioner since former commissioner Margaret Hamburg left the position in March. One of the challenges Califf could face is adjusting Chronicle File Photo to the new parameters for faster drug and medical device approval outlined Dr. Robert Califf, former vice chancellor for and translational research and a in the 21st Century Cures Act, which clinical renowned cardiologist, was nominated to would provide $550 million to the FDA be the next FDA commissioner.
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First Black Convocation in Duke history held Sept. 2 Julian LaFaurie-Hammes The Chronicle More than 200 black undergraduate and graduate students gathered in the Trent Semans Center Wednesday night for Duke’s first ever Black Convocation. At the ceremony—which was organized and hosted by the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture—a procession of
student representatives and campus leaders welcomed the Class of 2019. The speakers discussed issues black students face today as well as the importance of inclusion and celebration of their community. Featured speakers included Black Student Alliance President Henry Washington, a junior, Seth Pearson, president of the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association and Zoila Airall, associate vice president of student See CONVOCATION on Page 14
Khloe Kim | The Chronicle Seth Pearson, president of the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association, was one of the many speakers at the first annual Black Convocation.
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Trinity academic deans assigned to dormitories Sydney Sarachek The Chronicle Trinity students in the Class of 2019 will have the same academic dean for their entire time at Duke. Duke’s dean model, revised before the beginning of the academic year, now assigns students in the Trinity College of Arts and Sciences to academic deans who will advise them throughout their four years as undergraduates. This structure— in which all students living in each first-year residence hall are advised by the same academic dean—will replace the old model that reassigned students’ academic deans when they declared their major during their fourth semester. “We thought it would be important to have one person that knows the name and story of a student over the arch of four years,” said Lee Baker, dean of academic affairs for Trinity and associate vice provost for undergraduate education. After a recommendation from the Academic Advising Task Force within Trinity that a four-year dean model would be more beneficial to students and the University, a committee of four Trinity deans—Associate Dean Donna Kostyu, Assistant Dean Alyssa Perz-Edwards, Associate Dean Sabrina Thomas and Senior Associate Dean Gerald Wilson—began considering the model. Kostyu explained that the model was an attractive option because it allows students to form better connections with their deans. “It meant that students could establish a relationship with a dean upon entering Duke, and wouldn’t have to change deans when they declared a major or changed a major,” she said. Assigning deans based on first-year residence halls also establishes a model in which Housing Dining and Residence Life staff, faculty in residence, resident assistants and residence coordinators have the opportunity to form a close-knit community for incoming freshman, she noted. In addition to the four Trinity deans who worked to implement the model, there are nine other academic deans. Three deans were appointed this year—licensed clinical psychologist John Blackshear, Shane Goodridge, visiting assistant professor of public policy, and Rachael MurpheyBrown, previously director of Academic Engagement for Global and Civic Opportunities—for a total of 13 academic deans. All deans have more than one specialization and some have as many as six. Baker said he recognizes that with the new dean model, students may be assigned to deans that do not specialize in the major they eventually select. Their deans may not be able to answer specific questions about the major, research opportunities and applying to graduate schools. This drawback concerned some students, including junior Harrison Ferlauto, who noted that the new system will lead to a “separation” between what the dean knows and what the student needs. “It’s awful,” said sophomore Mohamad Chamas. “We need somebody to be knowledgeable about our majors. You need to change deans when you change interests.” But with so many students double majoring, it was already becoming difficult to represent each student’s interests when reassigning academic deans during their fourth semester, Baker noted. He added that Directors of Undergraduate Studies will now be responsible for specific questions regarding majors. “DUSs and staff may need to work with multiple deans,” Kostyu said. “As a result, the new model maintains liaisons between departments and deans.” Baker explained that he saw the benefits of the new model firsthand when he addressed the parents of Trinity freshmen during orientation. Parents were relieved to hear that their children could turn to their academic deans throughout their four years at Duke, he said. “When our deans were welcoming students and shaking hands with the parents, there was almost a palpable sign of relief,” Baker said. “[Their children are] not just being handed off after they’ve declared their majors.” He also noted that having one consistent academic dean will particularly benefit students who go through multiple extenuating circumstances. Having a consistent academic dean will help them monitor the progress of their degree completion See TRINITY DEANS on Page 14
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A look at lobbying: How Duke appeals to politicians Neelesh Moorthy The Chronicle Lobbyists on Capitol Hill are typically associated with political groups and big businesses, but Duke has its own lobbyists who fight for the University’s interests. Last year, the University, including its Health System, spent $362,542 in lobbying expenses at the federal level—ranking 44th in dollars spent in the education industry— according to the Center for Responsive Politics. On the state level in 2014, Duke spent $9,906.63 in lobbying expenses, according to University disclosures to the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office. Much of these lobbying expenditures are spent advocating for the University’s diverse interests, including student aid, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, research funding and the DREAM Act. “You would be hard pressed to find anything on campus that wasn’t in some way affected by federal policy or politics,” said Michael Schoenfeld, vice president for public affairs and government relations. “If you pick anything that’s going on in Washington today, we can draw a line to Duke.” Duke’s lobbying expenditures—which Schoenfeld referred to as a “microscopic” part of the University’s overall budget—are similar to some of its peer institutions. The University of Chicago spent $369,223 last year, and the University of North Carolina spent $349,296, according to the Center for Responsive Politics. Lobbying expenditures vary widely from university to university, however. The University of Pennsylvania
reported spending $850,000 on lobbying in 2014, while Emory University reported spending only $195,000. Institutions like Duke are typically more conservative in how much they spend due to their already privileged status, said Michael Munger, director of the Philosophy, Politics and Economics program. Duke and its peer institutions are prohibited by law from making campaign contributions, forming political action
committees, expressly advocating for any candidate or political party and engaging in partisan activity, said Christopher Simmons, associate vice president of federal relations. While the public often has a negative perception of lobbying, Melissa Vetterkind, director of the office of federal relations, said that the type of lobbying Duke does is different. “The vast majority of what we do is
more educational versus active lobbying,” Vetterkind said. “We’re telling the story of what federal research dollars mean to Duke and how Duke uses it and puts it out to general society.” Duke in Washington Simmons and Vetterkind are Duke’s only two registered lobbyists—defined See LOBBYING on Page 13
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Enzo’s, Geer St. Garden headline West Union vendors Samantha Neal The Chronicle Students will soon get to enjoy some of Durham’s most popular restaurants inside the West Union, including Geer Street Garden, Enzo’s Pizza and Sitar Indian Palace. Director of Dining Services Robert Coffey officially announced the full list of vendors for the West Union Friday—Three Seasoning Catering, Sushinara, Saladelia, Au Bon Pain, Campus Coffee of Durham, Enzo’s Pizza, Sitar Indian Students Palace, Geer Street and dining Garden and The administrators Boot. These vendors react to new West will be holding tastings on the plaza Union vendors once a month on Tuesdays throughout the year as a part of a “Taste of West Union” series. Geer Street Garden was previously announced as the first vendor and will be the first vendor to begin service in the West Union as the operators of Devil’s Krafthouse pub on the first floor, which opens in February 2016. The other vendors will begin operation when the West Union fully opens for Fall 2016. Some of the vendors in the new facility are already familiar to students. Enzo’s—currently one of the most popular merchants-on-points vendors—will operate Il Forno, and is known by students for its specialty pizzas. Sitar Indian Palace is currently serving students in Penn Pavilion
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and will continue to operate on campus in the West Union in Tandoor. Saladelia, already serving sandwiches, drinks and pastries at The Perk, will add a location in the West Union called Café. The new location will offer a different and more expansive menu than The Perk, wrote Robert Coffey, director of dining services, in an email. Au Bon Pain, which currently operates
in the Bryan Center, will move to the West Union. The space in the Bryan Center currently belonging to ABP will be converted to a soft seating area for studying or watching television, Coffey wrote. Some students have expressed dissatisfaction with Duke Dining’s decision because it does not do enough to promote new variety on campus.
“I don’t think it’s that big of an improvement,” sophomore Jonathan Osei said. “We already have Sitar, we have ABP and we already have two burger places.” Sarah Kerman and Neelesh Moorthy contributed reporting. Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Sept. 14 issue of The Chronicle.
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LOBBYING from page 11 as spending more than 20 percent of working hours on lobbying work within a three month period—at the federal level. The University focuses its lobbying on issues that have a direct impact on the University, its faculty and its students. In particular, research funded by federal agencies— such as the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation—is a priority for the University. In 2013, 35 percent of the money Duke received in federal revenue came from research awards, per the Office of Federal Relations’ website. Simmons explained that Duke gets access to research funding by having faculty go through a peer review of their project proposals by the award-granting agency in question. Each agency is, in its budget, appropriated a certain amount of money that it can dole out to research proposals. Duke’s goal is to increase the size of that overall pot in order to give faculty more opportunities. One way Duke does this is by encouraging faculty and administrators to testify in front of Congress on the importance of research to universities, Simmons wrote in an email. As such, fluctuations in the University’s research funding depend more on faculty competitiveness across universities than they do on decisions made in Washington, Simmons noted, adding that a decrease in the overall pot need not imply a decrease in the amount Duke receives. Duke’s awards from the NIH—one of Duke’s top providers—have remained relatively stable since 2012 despite five percent cuts in the NIH budget in 2013 due to budget sequestration, falling from $392 million in 2012 to $363 million in 2013 before rebounding to $383 million in 2014. Munger noted that, for the most part, universities like Duke lobby in order to prevent threats from “budget hawks” to cut research funding from reaching fruition rather than advocating for increases. One potential exception to that rule, however, is the 21st Century Cures Act—which Simmons said Duke has actively weighed in on—that just passed the House of Representatives and is pending confirmation in the Senate. If it passes, the bill will increase NIH funding to $8.75 billion over five years starting in 2016. Duke has seen cuts in funding due to budget cuts on Capitol Hill. For example, in 2011, the University saw significant cuts to its foreign language and international studies programs due to budget reductions in Title VI of the Higher Education Act. Simmons explained that the act is supposed to be reauthorized every six years and that Duke will be closely following current debates over the reauthorization in Congress. Another piece of legislation Duke has actively lobbied for is the DREAM Act, which—if ever passed—would offer undocumented students in college a pathway to legal status. While acknowledging that support for such proposals is a divisive issue in the current political climate and potentially amongst Duke faculty and students, Simmons said that the legislation had a direct impact on Duke. For instance, undocumented students who might want to be able to study abroad or participate in other activities would be unable because of the lack of legal documentation. DUHS and State Level Although DUHS’ lobbying expenses are reported along with those of the rest of the University, a separate office from the Office of Federal Relations manages DUHS’ efforts—the DUHS Office of Government Relations. Paul Vick, associate vice president for government relations at Duke Medicine, oversees both DUHS’ lobbying efforts as well as all of the entire University’s state-level lobbying. The University has one registered state lobbyist—Doug Heron, assistant vice president for government relations at Duke Medicine. One of DUHS’ main concerns at the federal level is Medicare, Vick said, noting that any reduction in Medicare funding means DUHS gets less reimbursement for its Medicare patients. Health reimbursements made up 64 percent of Duke’s total revenue in 2013 according to the Office of Federal Relations website. At the state level, DUHS is engaged with potentially imminent changes to North Carolina’s Medicaid system that would take the State’s Medicaid program from a “fee-for-service” program to a “managed care” system— where a specific amount of money in reimbursements would be allocated for any given patient.
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Vick added that DUHS isn’t lobbying for or against the change, but rather to ensure that the final legislation allows Duke Medicine to continue to provide quality patient care. Another big potential change that would affect the University regards tax policy. As a nonprofit, Duke is eligible to get refunds on its sales tax payments, Vick explained, adding that the N.C. Senate is currently considering proposals to phase that program out. Vick confirmed via email that DUHS is aggressively lobbying against the proposed change, because it would cost an estimated $40 million split evenly between DUHS and the University.
Candidates have already begun unveiling their plans for lowering college debt. Hillary Clinton and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders recently proposed their New College Compact and College For All Act, respectively, which both aim to cut college costs for students. Ohio Governor John Kasich and Florida Senator Marco Rubio have also discussed ideas for student aid reform. Simmons wrote in an email that Duke has historically supported student aid proposals that lower interest rates, simplify repayment plans and allow for refinancing loans at lower rates. “The fact that we can’t make campaign contributions or endorse candidates doesn’t mean that we can’t meet with people to advocate for our issues and our 2016 interests,” Schoenfeld said. “We’re going to continue to Entering an election year, the procedures for be very active in telling Duke’s story.” University lobbyists on Capitol Hill do not change, in large part because Duke is prohibited from making The Chronicle spoke with Simmons in person and by email, campaign contributions, Simmons said. and with Vick by phone and by email. Schoenfeld added that issues Duke cares about Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Aug. 31 are expected to play a large role in the candidates’ issue of The Chronicle. platforms, namely student aid.
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with #BlackLivesMatter founders as well as a national conference on civil rights. The purpose of holding Black Convocation was to pilot this event for next year when they hope to invite more colleagues, alumni and faculty, and to encourage student involvement in the black community on campus, she explained. “I thought it was great to bring together so many different areas of black life at Duke,” senior Lily Zerihun said. “I feel like there are not a lot of times we’re all able to come together and engage with other people who identify as black. We cross over a lot of different areas—African affinity groups, dance groups, living groups—so it was really cool to just see everyone in one place.”
affairs for campus life. “We wanted to give something to the students that would allow them to have inspiration for the year—a gathering without protests,” said Sean Palmer, assistant director of the Mary Lou Williams Center. The ceremony paid homage to Maya Angelou with a presentation of her poem entitled “Still I Rise” and to Pan-African traditions with recitations of a Sudanese proverb in 11 different languages. More than 30 student representatives from various academic organizations, advocacy groups and Greek life were also present to help introduce new students to activities on campus. “I really appreciate events like this because I Abigail Xie contributed reporting. can feel the presence of the African-American Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the community here at Duke,” said freshman Mikhal Sept. 3 issue of The Chronicle. Kidane. “I wasn’t really aware of all the groups they have here. This is really amazing.” from page 4 Washington spoke on the inequalities and discrimination that students still face on campus, citing incidents from the noose hung on the plaza last year to national court cases improved exhibit prep area will allow involving police brutality. employees to better showcase the “I implore you to celebrate your blackness library’s many exhibits. whenever and wherever you can, ever honor the The renovations will also be useful struggle of those who came before you,” he said. for visiting scholars, Welborn said. Chandra Guinn, director of the Mary Lou These researchers will be able to Williams Center, noted that there were 45 total use the upper floors of the library— black undergraduate and graduates at Duke which previously served as offices for in 1970, but 1333 black students last year. the political science department—as She added that numerous African-American study spaces. leaders in the University’s administration “Our researchers come from all today, such as Airall, serve as resources and over the world,” he said. “This will be role models for students’ paths to success. something they remember as Duke, “Tonight has been a very important they’ll remember this space.” night, as the beginning of the 2015-16 year. The renovations were not without There will always be ups and downs but you challenges, however. Welborn know you will be together,” Airall said. explained that the old steel stacks— Quinn also described the upcoming which were part of the skeletal year’s featured events, including a workshop structure of the building—had to be
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replaced. Architects found a way to core the building from the top down and reinforce it with steel beams, he said. In addition, Welborn noted that the renovations came at a time when students were already voicing complaints about the number of construction projects on campus. Welborn added that he is excited to welcome students back into the building and that he prefers when the library is full. One of the more studentfriendly aspects of the new Rubenstein will likely be the Gothic Reading Room on the second floor, which features modified study space along with portraits of many University figures. “We want people to come study and use this place and be inspired,” he explained. Amrith Ramkumar contributed reporting. Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Aug. 25 issue of The Chronicle.
CALIFF from page 9 process. The Bloomberg article announcing Tuesday’s nomination noted that Califf, 63, has more than 1,200 publications in peerreviewed literature and has been instrumental in several drug-related clinical trials. “My particular career specialty has been clinical trial design and efficiency,” he previously told The Chronicle. “There’s huge support everywhere now to streamline clinical trials. Making studies better—what could be more interesting?” Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Sept. 16 issue of The Chronicle.
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RANKINGS from page 7 The University has been ranked eighth by U.S. News & World Report in three of the past four years. It rose to seventh in 2013, and it has not fallen out of the top 10 since 1989. “The fact that Duke has been ranked among the top 10 universities in the country for about two decades now is a pretty strong indicator of the quality of the university,” Schoenfeld said. Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Sept. 10 issue of The Chronicle.
TRINITY DEANS from page 10 more efficiently. “This way it’s like, ‘You’re back from studying abroad, I know you’ve got three semesters, I know you’ve had a rough patch, but we’re going to get you through,’” Baker said. “They’ve got someone who knows their history.” However, some students may not have the same academic dean for four years. Because academic deans are not locked into four-year contracts, a student’s dean will change if the dean decides to leave. Baker said he does not anticipate this happening often. “When people sign on for being an academic dean as a new job, they’re mindful of it,” he said. “This isn’t just a place to get experience for a couple of years and then go off to another university. This is more of a longer term commitment and relationship.” Claire Ballentine contributed reporting. Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Sept. 8 issue of The Chronicle.
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