A full-day retreat featuring special topic sessions, led by university leaders, to introduce the many resources available to you as a leader at Duke.

Kirby Reading room, Fuqua School of Business

This annual day-long program provides leaders of departments and units with the opportunity to learn about the broader university context and to engage with fellow leaders.

Event Schedule

Friday, September 5

Registration & Continental Breakfast

8:30 – 8:55 a.m.             

Welcome

8:55 – 9:00 a.m.        

Opening Remarks & Conversation

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Conversation With Deans

10:00 – 10:45 a.m.

Break

10:45 – 11:00 a.m.

Community Building in an Evolving Academic Landscape

11:00 – 11:45 a.m.

Finance and Administration

11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Conversation With President Price & Networking Lunch

12:15 – 1:45 p.m.

  • 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Lunch
  • 12:45 - 1:00 p.m. Leader Introductions
  • 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Conversation With President Price
Group Photograph

1:45 – 2:00 p.m.

Break

2:00 – 2:15 p.m.

Inclusive Excellence

2:15 – 2:45 p.m.

Research Landscape

2:45 - 3:15 p.m.

Teaching & Mentoring Excellence: Report of the 2030 Committee

3:15 - 3:45 p.m.

Panel of Experienced/Former Department & Unit Leaders

3:45 - 4:15 p.m.

Reception

4:15 – 5:00 p.m.