Student Policies

Upon request by a student with an approved accessible-media accommodation, Duke’s Student Disability Access Office (SDAO) will provide accessible materials in alternative formats for required and recommended course reading assignments including course textbooks, readers, handouts, materials posted to the Learning Management System and specifically required or recommended library materials. Students with approved accommodations can also submit to SDAO accessible media requests for other materials related to university business, programs, and activities, including independently identified library research materials. Read the full policy at the link listed.

Procedures for appointment and review of university officers.

Banners on the exterior or interior of buildings and light poles must be approved and installed by designated University staff. 

Policies outline situations in which an instructor may ask the student to leave the class meeting, and expected behavior of students and potential disciplinary action they face for violating policy.

Requirements for compensation for officers and material consulting activities.

Access to board minutes and other corporate records.

Policy on degree revocation.

Last updated: Sept. 2022

Policies, procedures and bylaws for students and faculty in the Divinity School.

Duke University prohibits members of its community, both individuals and groups, from manufacturing, selling, delivering, possessing, using, or being under the influence of a controlled substance without legal authorization.

DukeCards are the property of Duke University. One must carry it at all times while on Duke property and present it upon request to any university official.

The Office for Institutional Equity is responsible for preparing the University's annual affirmative action plan, and for implementing and monitoring the Equal Opportunity Policy.

Duke University prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, sex or age. Duke is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

External Board Service Policy for Faculty and Staff of Duke University, Duke University Health System, DUMAC, and the Related Wholly Owned Subsidiaries, Support Corporations, and Controlled Affiliates

All representatives of Duke have a responsibility to protect its institutional integrity and reputation. In keeping with this principle, Duke seeks to avoid conflicts of commitment and conflicts of interest or the appearance of these types of conflicts in all aspects of business and employment, including those associated with external board service.

Definition of falsification and fraud; violating this policy may be subject to disciplinary action.

Open flame devices and incense are strictly forbidden for use inside University facilities except during official religious ceremonies; policy also outlines approval process for open fires, and fire safety guidance.

Gambling is a violation of NC state law and Duke policy.  Outlines gambling-like activities that are permitted.

Policies, procedures and bylaws for students and faculty in the Graduate School.

Defines hazing and associated violation levels, along with sanctions for hazing, and reporting process.

Policies, procedures and bylaws for students and faculty in the Nicholas School of the Environment.

Policy reiterating respect for members of academic community to demonstrate in orderly means, and to be free from coercion and harassment.  Includes guidance, protesting rule and adjudication for policy violations including structure of the Hearing Committee. 

Policies, procedures and bylaws for students and faculty in the Pratt School of Engineering and Pratt Professional Programs.

Students and groups are expected to respect the property of others (including that of the university) and may be subject to disciplinary action.

This resolution was approved by the Board of Trustees in April 2022 granting certain officials of Duke University to execute contracts and other legal documents.

Guidelines for retirement plans investment policy.

Policies, procedures and bylaws for students and faculty in the School of Law.