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Bricks to Stone is almost here.

Every spring, Duke first-years gather for one of the university’s most meaningful traditions: Bricks to Stone.

It marks the moment you leave the bricks of East Campus behind and step into the stone quads of West Campus, joining the residential communities that will shape the rest of your Duke experience.

This isn’t just an event…it’s a Duke milestone.

You’ll proceed to the Chapel with your classmates, receive your official Class of 2029 pin, and celebrate with your new Quad community alongside upperclassmen and alumni who once made the same walk. 

Expect:
• Free food and games
• Quad merch
• Your official class pin
• Quad parties across West Campus
• A celebration with the entire Duke community

It’s one of the moments every Duke student remembers.

Friday, April 10th 

3:30 PM – First-Year Block Party at Karsh Alumni Center
4:30 PM – Procession to Duke Chapel
4:45 PM – Class of 2028 Pinning Ceremony
5:00 PM – Quad Welcome Parties

Don’t miss the moment the Class of 2029 becomes part of the Quads. Learn more here!

We cannot believe it is already March 2026. Where did the time go? Many think it seemed like yesterday you just started freshmen year.

Spring is flying by—have you signed up for your summer courses yet? Duke Summer Session offers a chance to get ahead, explore new topics, or complete required courses with smaller class sizes and lower tuition. 

And new this year, the Prehealth Summer Impact Experience allows you to enrich your Summer Session by pairing for‑credit coursework with immersive, connected learning outside the classroom. This program emphasizes the importance of moving beyond STEM coursework to gain the broader perspectives necessary for studying medicine. Applications are due April 15.

If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time! Classes are filling up, and registration is first-come, first-served. Don’t miss out—register today!

The yearbook staff is working to complete the 2026 Chanticleer. The books are shipped directly to your home address in the fall and not to the school. (Address on credit card you use to purchase)

Use the QR code below or click on the picture to follow the link. Books will be available for purchase through May as we include graduation. Follow the link here to order your yearbook today.

Senior Recognition Ads are also available at the same site. Our Jostens’ team personally creates the ad for you. After you purchase, you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your pictures and text by 5/15. We look forward to helping you congratulate your student. For any questions, please email Kim at kim.trezona@jostens.com

Need to take a time away? About to launch a start-up? Thinking about taking that internship opportunity? Just need a break? We would love to answer your questions about a leave of absence. Stop by the Time Away Office during Drop-In Hours to have your questions answered! Every Friday from 9:00AM-10:30AM in the Dean of Students Office (Student Wellness Center, Suite 110). See you soon!

Be part of one of Duke’s most powerful traditions at Duke Shave & Buzz on Saturday, March 28 from 12 PM to 3 PM on Abele Quad.

Join the community as more than 100 students shave their heads in solidarity with teens and young adults battling cancer at Duke Hospital. This student-led initiative honors the legacy of Bobby Menges and has raised over $1.2 million to support critical care, research, and resources through the I'm Not Done Yet Foundation and Duke’s Teen and Young Adult Oncology Program.

Whether you choose to buzz, donate, or cheer on participants, your support helps make a meaningful impact.

Settle in for a weekend of great films and anime with events across campus.

Head to the Griffith Film Theater on Saturday, March 28 for back-to-back screenings of Inception from 7 PM to 9:45 PM and Tenet from 10 PM to 11:55 PM. Come for one or stay for both and enjoy a full night of mind-bending cinema.

Then on Sunday, March 29 from 7 PM to 9 PM, join the Duke Anime Watchparty in Social Sciences Building Room 139. The group will wrap up shows from the current season, including Frieren, Oshi no Ko, Jigokuraku, and Sentenced to be a Hero.

Whether you are into blockbuster films or anime, there is something for everyone this weekend.

Take a moment to reset and reconnect at the Student Wellness Center on Monday, March 30 with two opportunities to slow down and be present.

Start with Guided Meditation from 5:45 PM to 6:45 PM, a welcoming space to pause, reflect, and practice compassion for yourself and others. Through guided instruction and group sharing, you will explore ways to manage stress and reconnect with a sense of balance. All experience levels are welcome.

Stay or return for Buddhist Meditation from 7 PM to 8 PM, hosted by the Buddhist Meditation Community at Duke. This session offers a chance to deepen mindfulness, practice lovingkindness, and connect with others from a variety of backgrounds and spiritual traditions.

Whether you are new to meditation or returning to your practice, you have a place here.

 Looking to connect with Duke alumni but not sure where to start? Join this virtual session on Tuesday, March 31 from 4:30 PM to 5 PM to build your confidence and learn how to have meaningful, intentional conversations.

Hosted by Stacy Peterson and Alumni Student Connections Ambassadors, this session will help you navigate conversations with alumni ahead of Bricks to Stone and Alumni Reunion Weekend. You will gain practical tips on how to start conversations, what to say, and how to build genuine connections that last. Learn more and register here.

Take a break from your routine and spend a meaningful morning outdoors at the Duke Campus Farm. Join students, staff, and community members on Wednesday, April 1 from 9 AM to 12 PM for hands-on work in the fields. No experience is needed.

Whether you are helping spread mulch, pull weeds, or harvest crops, you will connect with others, enjoy fresh air, and be part of something bigger. Many participants say their favorite memories come from simple moments. They include working side by side and sharing conversations along the way.

All ages and abilities are welcome. Come ready to get your hands a little dirty! Learn more here.

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