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Session

Shared Interest (SI)

Enhancing Global Learning & Engagement through Duke's Regional Initiatives

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
2:00 PM – 2:50 PM EST
Location: MAIN STREET 2
Presentation Description: Several regional initiatives at Duke University, such as the India Initiative, the Brazil Initiative, and the Global Asia Initiaitive are dedicated to fostering collaborations within Duke and with global partners. They support research and educational activities and provide resources for faculty and student research to enhance regional understanding and engagement.

Key objectives include fostering multidisciplinary research collaborations and encouraging dialogue among research communities on campus and abroad.

Join us to learn about these initiatives and their contributions to Duke University's global endeavors.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn about Duke University's regional initiatives, such as the Duke India Initiative and the Duke Africa Initiative, and their role in fostering multidisciplinary research collaboration.
  • Learn how these initiatives foster global learning, encourage and support dialogue and research on region-specific issues, and strengthen international partnerships.
  • Understand how these initiatives support faculty and student research projects, provide resources for deeper engagement with regional studies, and contribute to Duke University's global mission by addressing global challenges.