🎓 Duke University News – July 2026
🔬 Research & Innovation
🔬 Duke Research Promotes Ocean Health and Community Stewardship — Duke University researchers are investigating essential ocean solutions for long-term ecological health, focusing on initiatives like coral restoration, seagrass planting, and living shorelines. Their work aims to protect marine life and coastal communities, addressing the impacts of marine noise and small-scale fisheries while promoting the Ocean Equity Index.
👩🏫 Faculty & Alumni
👩🏫 Duke University Welcomes Five New Trustees to Board — On July 1, Duke University announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Trustees: Janine Brown, Chris Kempczinski, Scott Raney, Belton Moore, and Kaitlyn Williams. This governing body is tasked with overseeing the university's educational mission and fiscal policies.
👩🏫 Duke University Named Among Best Employers for New Graduates — Duke University and the Duke University Health System have made Forbes’ 2026 list of ‘America’s Best Employers for New Grads’. Duke University ranked 414 and Duke Health secured 146 out of 500 employers, marking Duke's third consecutive appearance on the list and Duke Health's second straight recognition.
🏛️ Campus Life
🏛️ Duke's Skills Program Empowers Employees to Advance Their Careers — Duke's Foundational Skills Program equips employees with essential tools and support to enhance their careers, offering tailored training and mentoring for non-administrative staff. This year marks the program's largest cohort to date, reflecting its success in fostering employee growth and confidence at Duke University.
Duke University news digest for July 2026 · Source: Duke University Newsroom