Duke University Math Jam
Go back to the Math Jam ArchiveTwo Duke University faculty members, three-time IMO medalist and three-time Putnam fellow Lenny Ng and Associate Professor David Kraines, will join Assistant Director of Admissions Duncan Brook and students Alan Guo and Joe Keefer to discuss opportunities, academics, life, and admissions at Duke.
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Facilitator: Lenny Ng
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:31:42
Greetings and welcome to today's Duke University Math Jam!
Greetings and welcome to today's Duke University Math Jam!
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:31:50
Before I introduce our special guests, I would like to briefly explain our classroom to those who have not previously attended a Math Jam or online class.
Before I introduce our special guests, I would like to briefly explain our classroom to those who have not previously attended a Math Jam or online class.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:31:56
This classroom is moderated. This means that the messages you type will come to the moderators rather than going directly into the room. The moderators may choose some of the messages and questions to share with all of the participants.
This classroom is moderated. This means that the messages you type will come to the moderators rather than going directly into the room. The moderators may choose some of the messages and questions to share with all of the participants.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:32:08
Only the moderators have the ability to send private messages in the classroom. Sometimes they will use these to privately respond to your comments.
Only the moderators have the ability to send private messages in the classroom. Sometimes they will use these to privately respond to your comments.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:32:17
There are likely to be a lot of questions. Please be patient -- the moderators will be answering questions as quickly as they can, but it may take a few minutes for them to get to yours.
There are likely to be a lot of questions. Please be patient -- the moderators will be answering questions as quickly as they can, but it may take a few minutes for them to get to yours.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:32:47
In addition, there may be a delay between when your question appears and when it is answered -- please be patient and give our guests time to type in thorough answers.
In addition, there may be a delay between when your question appears and when it is answered -- please be patient and give our guests time to type in thorough answers.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:32:55
Now let me introduce our special guests from Duke.
Now let me introduce our special guests from Duke.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:33:05
David Kraines is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Duke. He is
the Director of Duke's summer undergraduate research program in math,
and has coordinated Duke's Problem Solving Seminar for undergraduate
students for the past two decades.
David Kraines is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Duke. He is
the Director of Duke's summer undergraduate research program in math,
and has coordinated Duke's Problem Solving Seminar for undergraduate
students for the past two decades.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:33:19
Lenny Ng is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Duke. He is a former IMO medalist and Putnam fellow (three times each), and also serves on the USAMO committee for the MAA. He was an undergraduate at Harvard, got his Ph.D. at MIT, and has also spent time at Stanford and Princeton.
Lenny Ng is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Duke. He is a former IMO medalist and Putnam fellow (three times each), and also serves on the USAMO committee for the MAA. He was an undergraduate at Harvard, got his Ph.D. at MIT, and has also spent time at Stanford and Princeton.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:33:28
Duncan Brook is an Assistant Director in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at Duke. He is in charge of recruitment for Engineering students, among other responsibilities.
Duncan Brook is an Assistant Director in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at Duke. He is in charge of recruitment for Engineering students, among other responsibilities.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:33:41
Alan Guo and Joe Keefer are undergraduate students at Duke. Alan is the president of the Duke University Math Union (DUMU), an organization for students interested in math. Joe is the chair organizer for the Duke Math Meet, an annual math competition run by DUMU for high school students, featuring teams from New Jersey to Florida and in between.
Alan Guo and Joe Keefer are undergraduate students at Duke. Alan is the president of the Duke University Math Union (DUMU), an organization for students interested in math. Joe is the chair organizer for the Duke Math Meet, an annual math competition run by DUMU for high school students, featuring teams from New Jersey to Florida and in between.
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 19:33:58
Now, I'll turn the floor over to our guests from Duke. They will tell you when it is time to ask questions. Please note that your questions will go to them rather than going directly in the classroom. Our guests will pass your question to the main room when they are answering it.
Now, I'll turn the floor over to our guests from Duke. They will tell you when it is time to ask questions. Please note that your questions will go to them rather than going directly in the classroom. Our guests will pass your question to the main room when they are answering it.
lng
2010-11-03 19:34:09
Hello everyone! This is Lenny Ng -- thanks to Richard for the kind introductions, and thanks to all of you for joining us today! We here at Duke are very excited about our program and happy to share whatever information we can.
Hello everyone! This is Lenny Ng -- thanks to Richard for the kind introductions, and thanks to all of you for joining us today! We here at Duke are very excited about our program and happy to share whatever information we can.
lng
2010-11-03 19:34:24
Before we get started, some basic information. Duke University is located in Durham, North Carolina, in the technology-heavy Research Triangle Park area. (This area is said to have the highest concentration of Ph.D.s anywhere in the country!)
Before we get started, some basic information. Duke University is located in Durham, North Carolina, in the technology-heavy Research Triangle Park area. (This area is said to have the highest concentration of Ph.D.s anywhere in the country!)
lng
2010-11-03 19:34:47
The university is a fantastic research center, and we're very proud of our undergraduates in math particularly. Duke has historically placed high on the Putnam exam, including first place finishes in 1993 and 1996, and we place pretty consistently in the top 10. Among other things, we've had our share of Putnam Fellows -- Melanie Wood, Craig Gentry, and Jeffrey Vanderkam.
The university is a fantastic research center, and we're very proud of our undergraduates in math particularly. Duke has historically placed high on the Putnam exam, including first place finishes in 1993 and 1996, and we place pretty consistently in the top 10. Among other things, we've had our share of Putnam Fellows -- Melanie Wood, Craig Gentry, and Jeffrey Vanderkam.
lng
2010-11-03 19:35:26
There's a lot of general information about Duke admissions at http://admissions.duke.edu/ and about Duke math at http://www.math.duke.edu/ -- you can also find information about the Duke University Math Union, our undergraduate math association, at
https://www.math.duke.edu/dumu/ .
There's a lot of general information about Duke admissions at http://admissions.duke.edu/ and about Duke math at http://www.math.duke.edu/ -- you can also find information about the Duke University Math Union, our undergraduate math association, at
https://www.math.duke.edu/dumu/ .
lng
2010-11-03 19:35:41
(sorry about the formatting error)
(sorry about the formatting error)
lng
2010-11-03 19:36:23
sorry, the last one was http://www.math.duke.edu/dumu/
sorry, the last one was http://www.math.duke.edu/dumu/
lng
2010-11-03 19:36:27
As Richard mentioned, we have a variety of people here in this chat to answer whatever questions we might have -- Duncan Brook has been kind enough to join us from the Admissions Office at Duke, and we have two of our star students here as well, Alan Guo and Joe Keefer. From the faculty in the math department, David Kraines is joining me -- he has a lot of experience with the ins and outs of our
undergraduate program and recruitment efforts in math. Professor Kraines and I will probably be posting jointly under my username, lng.
As Richard mentioned, we have a variety of people here in this chat to answer whatever questions we might have -- Duncan Brook has been kind enough to join us from the Admissions Office at Duke, and we have two of our star students here as well, Alan Guo and Joe Keefer. From the faculty in the math department, David Kraines is joining me -- he has a lot of experience with the ins and outs of our
undergraduate program and recruitment efforts in math. Professor Kraines and I will probably be posting jointly under my username, lng.
lng
2010-11-03 19:36:45
I think we're ready to answer some questions now (please be patient with us -- this is our first time). In order for us to learn a little about you, we would really appreciate if you preface your question with (First Name / School Grade / City, State or City, Country). For example, (Jane / 11th grade / Durham, NC). Thanks!
I think we're ready to answer some questions now (please be patient with us -- this is our first time). In order for us to learn a little about you, we would really appreciate if you preface your question with (First Name / School Grade / City, State or City, Country). For example, (Jane / 11th grade / Durham, NC). Thanks!
Colette
2010-11-03 19:37:08
I know that there's a competition at Duke next week... Is that what this MathJam is about?
I know that there's a competition at Duke next week... Is that what this MathJam is about?
jkon
2010-11-03 19:37:09
We're holding the Duke Math Meet, a competition for teams of high school students, on Saturday, November 13. However, this Math Jam is about Duke itself, not the math meet. If you have any questions about the meet, I'd be happy to answer them privately, though. :)
We're holding the Duke Math Meet, a competition for teams of high school students, on Saturday, November 13. However, this Math Jam is about Duke itself, not the math meet. If you have any questions about the meet, I'd be happy to answer them privately, though. :)
lng
2010-11-03 19:37:30
We're very proud of the Math Meet though.
We're very proud of the Math Meet though.
TriM
2010-11-03 19:39:25
(Michelle/11th grade/Charlotte, NC) How many undergraduate students are currently majoring in math at Duke?
(Michelle/11th grade/Charlotte, NC) How many undergraduate students are currently majoring in math at Duke?
lng
2010-11-03 19:39:26
We have roughly 50 math majors graduating each May.
We have roughly 50 math majors graduating each May.
aguo777
2010-11-03 19:41:39
The typical Duke schedule consists of 4 courses per semester. However, students may enroll in 5 or 6 courses in a semester as well.
The typical Duke schedule consists of 4 courses per semester. However, students may enroll in 5 or 6 courses in a semester as well.
cooldene
2010-11-03 19:41:43
(Dene / 8th Grade / Washington MO) Is your computer science department included in your math department?
(Dene / 8th Grade / Washington MO) Is your computer science department included in your math department?
lng
2010-11-03 19:41:43
The computer science and math departments are separate but we have a lot of double majors. There are many cross-listed courses between the departments as well.
The computer science and math departments are separate but we have a lot of double majors. There are many cross-listed courses between the departments as well.
electron
2010-11-03 19:43:34
(Electron/10/MA): How strong is the economics and linguistics program at Duke?
(Electron/10/MA): How strong is the economics and linguistics program at Duke?
lng
2010-11-03 19:43:35
We have a very large economics program. Many of our math majors double-major in economics and end up with jobs in finance. We also have a nice linguistics program and we offer instruction in dozens of languages.
We have a very large economics program. Many of our math majors double-major in economics and end up with jobs in finance. We also have a nice linguistics program and we offer instruction in dozens of languages.
jjx1
2010-11-03 19:44:19
Andrew/10/Madison, WI: How important is GPA and rigor of class work?
Andrew/10/Madison, WI: How important is GPA and rigor of class work?
kimt9
2010-11-03 19:44:22
(Kim/4th grade /MO) Do you have art classes in Duke? Some colleges don't and I really like to draw.
(Kim/4th grade /MO) Do you have art classes in Duke? Some colleges don't and I really like to draw.
lng
2010-11-03 19:44:23
We do have a Department of Art and Art History. We've got everything!
We do have a Department of Art and Art History. We've got everything!
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:44:29
Last year, we received 26,784 applications for an entering class of about 1,700 freshmen. Our review process is holistic, meaning that we have no minimums (for SAT, ACT, GPA, etc) and consider every part of the application in making our decisions. We're interested in students who've challenged themselves academically and who've demonstrated *impact* in their communities.
Last year, we received 26,784 applications for an entering class of about 1,700 freshmen. Our review process is holistic, meaning that we have no minimums (for SAT, ACT, GPA, etc) and consider every part of the application in making our decisions. We're interested in students who've challenged themselves academically and who've demonstrated *impact* in their communities.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:45:35
So, choice of curriculum and academic achievement are very important, but we also consider testing, extracurriculars, recommendations, and essays as we try to understand who you might be as a student and person.
So, choice of curriculum and academic achievement are very important, but we also consider testing, extracurriculars, recommendations, and essays as we try to understand who you might be as a student and person.
ark2010
2010-11-03 19:46:14
ark2010/8th Grade/Warren,NJ What unusual classes are in Duke?
ark2010/8th Grade/Warren,NJ What unusual classes are in Duke?
lng
2010-11-03 19:46:15
We have literature classes on zombies and vampires. We have a documentary studies program. There are probably lots of unusual classes but this is the first thing that popped into my head.
We have literature classes on zombies and vampires. We have a documentary studies program. There are probably lots of unusual classes but this is the first thing that popped into my head.
TriM
2010-11-03 19:47:42
(Michelle/11th grade/Charlotte, NC) Are most of the math majors concentrating in applied mathematics or pure/theoretical mathematics?
(Michelle/11th grade/Charlotte, NC) Are most of the math majors concentrating in applied mathematics or pure/theoretical mathematics?
lng
2010-11-03 19:47:43
Our majors are split between pure math, traditional applied math, mathematical biology, and mathematical economics. Not sure of the fractions.
Our majors are split between pure math, traditional applied math, mathematical biology, and mathematical economics. Not sure of the fractions.
cooldene
2010-11-03 19:50:33
What kind of classes would a typical freshman math major take at Duke?
What kind of classes would a typical freshman math major take at Duke?
lng
2010-11-03 19:50:34
We place our math students in various levels depending on their preparation, regardless of formal course background. We have about 300 students each year who pass out of first year calculus, and 20-30 who start beyond multivariable calculus. A couple of years ago, we started a new sequence for first-year students who have seen multivariable calculus before: they start out with linear algebra in the fall, and then take an advanced course in several-variable calculus that assumes linear algebra. This sequence seems to be pretty popular so far.
We place our math students in various levels depending on their preparation, regardless of formal course background. We have about 300 students each year who pass out of first year calculus, and 20-30 who start beyond multivariable calculus. A couple of years ago, we started a new sequence for first-year students who have seen multivariable calculus before: they start out with linear algebra in the fall, and then take an advanced course in several-variable calculus that assumes linear algebra. This sequence seems to be pretty popular so far.
bob6294
2010-11-03 19:51:53
(Jason/11th grade/Gainesville FL) What courses do you have that are geared towards mathematical biology?
(Jason/11th grade/Gainesville FL) What courses do you have that are geared towards mathematical biology?
dkraines
2010-11-03 19:51:56
We have a certificate program in modeling biological systems. Students in this program and similar program are given stipends to continue their studies during the summer under the direction of a mentor.
We have a certificate program in modeling biological systems. Students in this program and similar program are given stipends to continue their studies during the summer under the direction of a mentor.
nammuchms
2010-11-03 19:52:30
(Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, NC) How is the Medical Program in Duke University?
(Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, NC) How is the Medical Program in Duke University?
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:52:32
Many students come to Duke interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Duke is recognized as a national feeder school for the very best medical programs, and our admit rate at U.S. medical schools is over double the national average. Duke's graduate school of medicine is one of the very best in the world, and the signs leading into Durham call it "The City of Medicine" – or did, until recently, when they were changed to "City of Champions" to commemorate the many national sports championships won by teams at Duke and in Durham.
Many students come to Duke interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Duke is recognized as a national feeder school for the very best medical programs, and our admit rate at U.S. medical schools is over double the national average. Duke's graduate school of medicine is one of the very best in the world, and the signs leading into Durham call it "The City of Medicine" – or did, until recently, when they were changed to "City of Champions" to commemorate the many national sports championships won by teams at Duke and in Durham.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:52:41
Half of our students do undergraduate research or independent study, and you could work with professors at the Duke University Medical Center – which is right on the undergraduate West Campus quad. We also have outstanding certificate programs (interdisciplinary minors) in things like Global Health, and opportunities to study broader issues in medicine through the lens, for example, of public policy at our Sanford School of Public Policy. Our Biomedical Engineering program was the first of its kind, and the broader Triangle area is home to many companies doing work in the pharmaceutical, biomedical engineering, and patient care fields.
Half of our students do undergraduate research or independent study, and you could work with professors at the Duke University Medical Center – which is right on the undergraduate West Campus quad. We also have outstanding certificate programs (interdisciplinary minors) in things like Global Health, and opportunities to study broader issues in medicine through the lens, for example, of public policy at our Sanford School of Public Policy. Our Biomedical Engineering program was the first of its kind, and the broader Triangle area is home to many companies doing work in the pharmaceutical, biomedical engineering, and patient care fields.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:53:05
Our Pre-Health advising is incredible. Check it out at http://prehealth.duke.edu/
Our Pre-Health advising is incredible. Check it out at http://prehealth.duke.edu/
Jasmine8925
2010-11-03 19:53:30
Mallika/11/OR: are there recruitment efforts for math?
Mallika/11/OR: are there recruitment efforts for math?
dkraines
2010-11-03 19:53:31
We make an effort to attract top math students here. Please contact me (dkrain@math.duke.edu) for more information.
We make an effort to attract top math students here. Please contact me (dkrain@math.duke.edu) for more information.
Jasmine8925
2010-11-03 19:54:32
what's the Triangle area?
what's the Triangle area?
lng
2010-11-03 19:54:33
The "Triangle" is the Research Triangle Park area, in central North Carolina -- the vertices are Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. We have a vibrant university scene (the University of North Carolina and N.C. State University are in Chapel Hill and Raleigh, respectively) and the area in general is full of tech companies and good food.
The "Triangle" is the Research Triangle Park area, in central North Carolina -- the vertices are Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. We have a vibrant university scene (the University of North Carolina and N.C. State University are in Chapel Hill and Raleigh, respectively) and the area in general is full of tech companies and good food.
Maria543
2010-11-03 19:55:59
(Maria/12th grade/Lake Worth, FL) How common is studying abroad? (especially related to math/science)
(Maria/12th grade/Lake Worth, FL) How common is studying abroad? (especially related to math/science)
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:56:02
About half of Duke students study abroad, and about a third of Engineering students have some sort of international experience (the national average for engineering students is about 2.5%). We have about 120 programs in 80 countries. We also offer a variety of study away programs – things like Duke in NYC: Financial Markets, where students spend a semester in NYC taking classes and apprenticing with alumni on Wall Street, or programs at our Marine Biology research station in Beaufort, NC.
About half of Duke students study abroad, and about a third of Engineering students have some sort of international experience (the national average for engineering students is about 2.5%). We have about 120 programs in 80 countries. We also offer a variety of study away programs – things like Duke in NYC: Financial Markets, where students spend a semester in NYC taking classes and apprenticing with alumni on Wall Street, or programs at our Marine Biology research station in Beaufort, NC.
Maria543
2010-11-03 19:56:36
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth, Fl) How common is double majoring? Can one do it across different schools?
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth, Fl) How common is double majoring? Can one do it across different schools?
dkraines
2010-11-03 19:56:37
About 2/3 of math majors have a second major ranging from Econ, Physics, CompSci, to Italian, History and Religion. It is possible to have a major in a department of the Engineering and one in the Arts and Sciences.
About 2/3 of math majors have a second major ranging from Econ, Physics, CompSci, to Italian, History and Religion. It is possible to have a major in a department of the Engineering and one in the Arts and Sciences.
Jasmine8925
2010-11-03 19:56:43
Mallika/11/OR: do you have classes focused on the Putnam?
Mallika/11/OR: do you have classes focused on the Putnam?
jkon
2010-11-03 19:56:44
Yes! We have several weekly evening problem solving seminars each fall, Math 149S and Math 151S, which prepare students for the Putnam. Students in these classes also take the Virginia Tech Regional Math Contest, and they help write problems for the Math Meet.
Yes! We have several weekly evening problem solving seminars each fall, Math 149S and Math 151S, which prepare students for the Putnam. Students in these classes also take the Virginia Tech Regional Math Contest, and they help write problems for the Math Meet.
ark2010
2010-11-03 19:56:48
ark2010/8th Grade/Warren,NJ How is the campus and surrounding areas around Duke?
ark2010/8th Grade/Warren,NJ How is the campus and surrounding areas around Duke?
lng
2010-11-03 19:56:48
The campus is 9.5 thousand acres (1.5 acres per student!). It's really beautiful -- wooded, uncrowded, and you may have seen the Gothic-style buildings on TV before. Duke is located close to central Durham, which is a fantastic and up-and-coming city. (Trust me - I grew up in the area and I've seen it grow...)
The campus is 9.5 thousand acres (1.5 acres per student!). It's really beautiful -- wooded, uncrowded, and you may have seen the Gothic-style buildings on TV before. Duke is located close to central Durham, which is a fantastic and up-and-coming city. (Trust me - I grew up in the area and I've seen it grow...)
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:56:51
More study abroad info here: http://studyabroad.duke.edu/
More study abroad info here: http://studyabroad.duke.edu/
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 19:57:48
Durham has been named one of the top ten places to live in the country by U.S. News & by USA Today – and it's one of the top 10 places to retire, although you may not be thinking about that yet... Gourmet Magazine also named Durham the "foodiest" town in America – we have amazing restaurants and locally-grown food.
Durham has been named one of the top ten places to live in the country by U.S. News & by USA Today – and it's one of the top 10 places to retire, although you may not be thinking about that yet... Gourmet Magazine also named Durham the "foodiest" town in America – we have amazing restaurants and locally-grown food.
cooldene
2010-11-03 19:57:58
(Dene / 8th / MO) Are freshmen at Duke assigned advisors?
(Dene / 8th / MO) Are freshmen at Duke assigned advisors?
dkraines
2010-11-03 19:58:00
All freshmen are assigned advisors. Several of my colleagues in mathematics serve in this role. Efforts are made to place students with an advisor in their area of interest.
All freshmen are assigned advisors. Several of my colleagues in mathematics serve in this role. Efforts are made to place students with an advisor in their area of interest.
lng
2010-11-03 19:59:51
(Incidentally, if we don't answer your question, they're coming fast and furious on our screens, and we may have missed yours -- please feel free to re-submit.)
(Incidentally, if we don't answer your question, they're coming fast and furious on our screens, and we may have missed yours -- please feel free to re-submit.)
fermat007
2010-11-03 20:00:11
My High School's highest Math course is AP Calc BC which I will be taking as a Freshman...If I can't get to a community college - does an on-line course (EPGY) suffice?
My High School's highest Math course is AP Calc BC which I will be taking as a Freshman...If I can't get to a community college - does an on-line course (EPGY) suffice?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:00:13
While Duke does not give credit for on-line post calculus courses like EPGY, such students may be placed into more advanced courses in their first semester at Duke without a formal placement exam.
While Duke does not give credit for on-line post calculus courses like EPGY, such students may be placed into more advanced courses in their first semester at Duke without a formal placement exam.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:01:25
Recommendations should be from junior or senior year teachers in core academic classes; we require two teacher recommendations, plus one from your college or guidance counselor. Ask teachers who know you well: they'll be able to tell stories and give us concrete insight into your personality and academic work. Find more info about recommendations here: http://admissions.duke.edu/jump/applying/apply_recpolicy.html
Recommendations should be from junior or senior year teachers in core academic classes; we require two teacher recommendations, plus one from your college or guidance counselor. Ask teachers who know you well: they'll be able to tell stories and give us concrete insight into your personality and academic work. Find more info about recommendations here: http://admissions.duke.edu/jump/applying/apply_recpolicy.html
SpaceCowboy
2010-11-03 20:01:31
Do recommendation letters have to be from junior or senior year teachers?
Do recommendation letters have to be from junior or senior year teachers?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:02:52
Many Duke students are of Indian heritage. Duke also has a major in dancing. I believe this includes some type of Indian dancing.
Many Duke students are of Indian heritage. Duke also has a major in dancing. I believe this includes some type of Indian dancing.
nammuchms
2010-11-03 20:02:58
(Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, NC) I do Indian Classical Dance and when you finish the required number of dances, you do something called an arangetram. It is a public performance that certifies you are an accomplished dancer. You even get a degree certificate. It is a real big thing in Indian colleges, but not sure about here. I mean, it takes a lot of work. Is it counted as extracurricular?
(Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, NC) I do Indian Classical Dance and when you finish the required number of dances, you do something called an arangetram. It is a public performance that certifies you are an accomplished dancer. You even get a degree certificate. It is a real big thing in Indian colleges, but not sure about here. I mean, it takes a lot of work. Is it counted as extracurricular?
nammuchms
2010-11-03 20:03:02
Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, Nc) What activities count as extracurricular"? Like, would academic competitions count such as Science Olympiads, Maa Math series, etc, or do just non-academic activities count (such as sports)
Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, Nc) What activities count as extracurricular"? Like, would academic competitions count such as Science Olympiads, Maa Math series, etc, or do just non-academic activities count (such as sports)
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:03:04
We're interested in anything you do outside of the classroom, so, yes academic competitions definitely count. We hope students will pursue the areas that interest them: we value depth of commitment and not necessarily just breadth.
We're interested in anything you do outside of the classroom, so, yes academic competitions definitely count. We hope students will pursue the areas that interest them: we value depth of commitment and not necessarily just breadth.
soulspeedy
2010-11-03 20:04:06
(Vincent/10th/Chapel Hill, NC) Are the classes interactive?
(Vincent/10th/Chapel Hill, NC) Are the classes interactive?
lng
2010-11-03 20:04:08
Depends on the class, but we do pride ourselves on offering a lot of small seminar-style classes, with lots of personal interaction with faculty. I personally think it's one of the high points of Duke academically.
Depends on the class, but we do pride ourselves on offering a lot of small seminar-style classes, with lots of personal interaction with faculty. I personally think it's one of the high points of Duke academically.
ark2010
2010-11-03 20:04:36
What percent of classes are taught by students?
What percent of classes are taught by students?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:04:37
A few experienced graduate students teach first and second semester calculus. All other math courses are taught by regular faculty. Classes in math never have more than 35 students.
A few experienced graduate students teach first and second semester calculus. All other math courses are taught by regular faculty. Classes in math never have more than 35 students.
Maria543
2010-11-03 20:05:37
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth,Fl) What kind of interesting clubs/activites are there at duke?
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth,Fl) What kind of interesting clubs/activites are there at duke?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:05:40
There are a variety of clubs at Duke. We have academic clubs (like the Math Union), club sports, common interest clubs, and social clubs (we have a Tea Club!), as well as selective living groups such as Langdorm, for people interested in foreign languages.
There are a variety of clubs at Duke. We have academic clubs (like the Math Union), club sports, common interest clubs, and social clubs (we have a Tea Club!), as well as selective living groups such as Langdorm, for people interested in foreign languages.
ark2010
2010-11-03 20:06:28
Does Duke have a Quiz Bowl Team or something like that?
Does Duke have a Quiz Bowl Team or something like that?
lng
2010-11-03 20:06:30
We do - http://www.duke.edu/web/quizbowl/index.html
We do - http://www.duke.edu/web/quizbowl/index.html
cooldene
2010-11-03 20:06:36
(Dene/8th/MO) If you take four years of foreign language in high school, is there a foreign language requirement for college graduation?
(Dene/8th/MO) If you take four years of foreign language in high school, is there a foreign language requirement for college graduation?
jkon
2010-11-03 20:06:37
Yes, it's required to take a foreign language class. Students entering Duke with a strong foreign language background only need to take one foreign language class. The maximum requirement is three classes, for students starting at an introductory level.
Yes, it's required to take a foreign language class. Students entering Duke with a strong foreign language background only need to take one foreign language class. The maximum requirement is three classes, for students starting at an introductory level.
Jasmine8925
2010-11-03 20:08:57
can you tell us more about the Math Union?
can you tell us more about the Math Union?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:08:58
The Math Union is the undergraduate mathematics society at Duke. We have social events and run problem solving seminars, host the annual Duke Math Meet, and invite guest lecturers to come and talk about their research. All are welcome, not just math majors!
The Math Union is the undergraduate mathematics society at Duke. We have social events and run problem solving seminars, host the annual Duke Math Meet, and invite guest lecturers to come and talk about their research. All are welcome, not just math majors!
mikecai
2010-11-03 20:09:25
(Yixin/12/Shanghai,CHN) As an international applicant, would it be an advantage if I have participated in AMC and AIME and achieved high scores?
(Yixin/12/Shanghai,CHN) As an international applicant, would it be an advantage if I have participated in AMC and AIME and achieved high scores?
lng
2010-11-03 20:09:26
It would be useful to participate in math competitions generally, but not necessarily AMC/AIME. We have a lot of international students (about 10% of our student body). In fact, in terms of math students, we have a number of students from China currently participating in our problem solving seminar.
It would be useful to participate in math competitions generally, but not necessarily AMC/AIME. We have a lot of international students (about 10% of our student body). In fact, in terms of math students, we have a number of students from China currently participating in our problem solving seminar.
Maria543
2010-11-03 20:10:11
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth,Fl) Is it possible for non-dance majors to take dance classes?
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth,Fl) Is it possible for non-dance majors to take dance classes?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:10:14
Students are permitted to take courses in all departments, including music and dance.
Students are permitted to take courses in all departments, including music and dance.
sidek
2010-11-03 20:12:17
Could you elaborate on what exactly a selective living group is/what they do?
Could you elaborate on what exactly a selective living group is/what they do?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:12:21
A selective living group is a community, often with a theme, where students have the opportunity to live near others with similar interests. For example, Langdorm, the selective living group I mentioned earlier, has "foreign languages" as its theme, and the community consists of a different hall for each language, such as a Chinese Hall, Japanese Hall, German Hall, Spanish Hall, etc. Each hall has its own themed activities, but there are often social events that bring together the entire community as well.
A selective living group is a community, often with a theme, where students have the opportunity to live near others with similar interests. For example, Langdorm, the selective living group I mentioned earlier, has "foreign languages" as its theme, and the community consists of a different hall for each language, such as a Chinese Hall, Japanese Hall, German Hall, Spanish Hall, etc. Each hall has its own themed activities, but there are often social events that bring together the entire community as well.
Jasmine8925
2010-11-03 20:12:47
what is the average class size for freshmen?
what is the average class size for freshmen?
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:12:48
Duke's student to faculty ratio is 8:1. About 90% of our classes are 30 students or fewer, and 80% are 20 students or fewer. There are many, many opportunities for students to interact with amazing professors in small classes. For example, our optional freshmen seminar series, the FOCUS program, gives freshmen a chance to take on one of 15 interdisciplinary topics every year – things like Exploring the Mind, Modeling in the Economic and Social Sciences, Engineering Frontiers, The Power of Ideas, etc. Students eat a weekly dinner with their Focus professors and do things like get brain scans, travel to Russia or Turkey, etc.
Duke's student to faculty ratio is 8:1. About 90% of our classes are 30 students or fewer, and 80% are 20 students or fewer. There are many, many opportunities for students to interact with amazing professors in small classes. For example, our optional freshmen seminar series, the FOCUS program, gives freshmen a chance to take on one of 15 interdisciplinary topics every year – things like Exploring the Mind, Modeling in the Economic and Social Sciences, Engineering Frontiers, The Power of Ideas, etc. Students eat a weekly dinner with their Focus professors and do things like get brain scans, travel to Russia or Turkey, etc.
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:14:04
Kim/4th grade/MO: At Langdorm, do they have a Vietnamese Hall?
Kim/4th grade/MO: At Langdorm, do they have a Vietnamese Hall?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:14:05
No, there is no Vietnamese Hall. For more information on Langdorm, see http://langdorm.com/
No, there is no Vietnamese Hall. For more information on Langdorm, see http://langdorm.com/
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:15:04
We have amazing arts programs at Duke (http://arts.duke.edu) – great academic programs, tons of extracurricular opportunities to get involved, the Nasher Museum of Art (http://nasher.duke.edu), all sorts of amazing performances (http://dukeperformances.duke.edu/), etc. So, if you like to draw, you'll have lots of chances to do so!
We have amazing arts programs at Duke (http://arts.duke.edu) – great academic programs, tons of extracurricular opportunities to get involved, the Nasher Museum of Art (http://nasher.duke.edu), all sorts of amazing performances (http://dukeperformances.duke.edu/), etc. So, if you like to draw, you'll have lots of chances to do so!
soulspeedy
2010-11-03 20:16:54
(Vincent/10th grade/Chapel Hill, NC) Do you offer a class on linear programming?
(Vincent/10th grade/Chapel Hill, NC) Do you offer a class on linear programming?
jkon
2010-11-03 20:16:54
Yes! Math 126 is a course on linear programming, and occasionally the computer science department offers grad-level courses about linear programming. (I'm enrolled in one right now: CS 296 with Vince Conitzer.)
Yes! Math 126 is a course on linear programming, and occasionally the computer science department offers grad-level courses about linear programming. (I'm enrolled in one right now: CS 296 with Vince Conitzer.)
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:17:07
Kim/4th grade/MO: How long are class periods in Duke?
Kim/4th grade/MO: How long are class periods in Duke?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:17:08
It varies, but the typical lecture class meets for 2.5 hours per week, typically in three 50-minute blocks (Monday/Wednesday/Friday) or two 75-minute blocks (Tuesday/Thursday). However, some classes have a lab or recitation component, which may be another 75+ minutes.
It varies, but the typical lecture class meets for 2.5 hours per week, typically in three 50-minute blocks (Monday/Wednesday/Friday) or two 75-minute blocks (Tuesday/Thursday). However, some classes have a lab or recitation component, which may be another 75+ minutes.
mikecai
2010-11-03 20:17:35
(Yixin/12/Shanghai,CHN) When should enrolled students decide their major, the time they applied or at the end of freshman year?
(Yixin/12/Shanghai,CHN) When should enrolled students decide their major, the time they applied or at the end of freshman year?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:17:37
Students typically declare their major in their sophomore year. Students are allowed to switch majors in their junior and senior year.
Students typically declare their major in their sophomore year. Students are allowed to switch majors in their junior and senior year.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:18:22
Absolutely – look at http://danceprogram.duke.edu Admission to Duke guarantees admission to all Dance programs. Duke and Durham also host the American Dance Festival every summer; check it out: http://americandancefestival.org
Absolutely – look at http://danceprogram.duke.edu Admission to Duke guarantees admission to all Dance programs. Duke and Durham also host the American Dance Festival every summer; check it out: http://americandancefestival.org
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:22:50
Kim/4th/MO: What options are there for when we have free time at Duke?
Kim/4th/MO: What options are there for when we have free time at Duke?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:22:51
Students may attend sporting events, musicals, plays, concerts, and parties in their free time, and often go off-campus on the weekends to see movies and go shopping as well. There are also many free-food and free-T-shirt events, which are quite popular among college students.
Students may attend sporting events, musicals, plays, concerts, and parties in their free time, and often go off-campus on the weekends to see movies and go shopping as well. There are also many free-food and free-T-shirt events, which are quite popular among college students.
cooldene
2010-11-03 20:23:16
Dene, 8th grade, MO I'm currently in Algebra II and have taken a year of Geometry. Any suggestions for my high school years in terms of the math classes I should try to take?
Dene, 8th grade, MO I'm currently in Algebra II and have taken a year of Geometry. Any suggestions for my high school years in terms of the math classes I should try to take?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:23:18
If you like math, take as manyt courses as you can. You will find many more to take at Duke.
If you like math, take as manyt courses as you can. You will find many more to take at Duke.
TriM
2010-11-03 20:24:15
(Michelle/11th grade/Charlotte, NC) Does Duke have any required classes or required core curriculum for freshmen?
(Michelle/11th grade/Charlotte, NC) Does Duke have any required classes or required core curriculum for freshmen?
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:24:17
There's only one class at Duke that's required of all students, Writing 20, a freshmen writing seminar – and there are many, many topics to choose among. You don't have to declare a major until the second semester of your sophomore year, and we love it when students explore. Many students double major or pursue certificate programs. We do have curriculum requirements; they're called Areas of Knowledge and Modes of Inquiry – basically, they ensure that you take classes across a range of topics and using different approaches to learning. They're really easy to fulfill, and our academic advising is outstanding. More info about those requirements here: http://trinity.duke.edu/academic-requirements?c=curriculum
There's only one class at Duke that's required of all students, Writing 20, a freshmen writing seminar – and there are many, many topics to choose among. You don't have to declare a major until the second semester of your sophomore year, and we love it when students explore. Many students double major or pursue certificate programs. We do have curriculum requirements; they're called Areas of Knowledge and Modes of Inquiry – basically, they ensure that you take classes across a range of topics and using different approaches to learning. They're really easy to fulfill, and our academic advising is outstanding. More info about those requirements here: http://trinity.duke.edu/academic-requirements?c=curriculum
anonymous2
2010-11-03 20:24:53
(Luke/15/AZ): What types of interdisciplinary interactions occur amongst departments at Duke? That is, do the professors often interact with each other to combine their fields to produce creative content that is different than each of their distict fields?
(Luke/15/AZ): What types of interdisciplinary interactions occur amongst departments at Duke? That is, do the professors often interact with each other to combine their fields to produce creative content that is different than each of their distict fields?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:24:54
There are many active interdisciplinary centers at Duke. In mathematics, there is a math physics program directed toward string theory, several math/bio/medicine groups, math engineering groups, etc
There are many active interdisciplinary centers at Duke. In mathematics, there is a math physics program directed toward string theory, several math/bio/medicine groups, math engineering groups, etc
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:25:50
Things are a little more structured in Engineering, of course. Pratt students take a third of their classes towards graduation over in Arts & Sciences – it truly is a liberal arts engineering preparation. Things are a little more structured than in Trinity (Arts & Sciences), but there's a lot of freedom.
Things are a little more structured in Engineering, of course. Pratt students take a third of their classes towards graduation over in Arts & Sciences – it truly is a liberal arts engineering preparation. Things are a little more structured than in Trinity (Arts & Sciences), but there's a lot of freedom.
nammuchms
2010-11-03 20:26:20
(Priya/9th grade/ Charlotte, NC) I am in my school's Band and have been in it for about 4 years now. Many of my friends are quitting Band b/c it takes too much time. However, I really like my instruement (the flute) and would like to continue it in High School. Will Band look very good on college apps? Is it worth the time it consumes? And, wil we be able to continue Band in College?
(Priya/9th grade/ Charlotte, NC) I am in my school's Band and have been in it for about 4 years now. Many of my friends are quitting Band b/c it takes too much time. However, I really like my instruement (the flute) and would like to continue it in High School. Will Band look very good on college apps? Is it worth the time it consumes? And, wil we be able to continue Band in College?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:26:22
Bands play at football and basketball games. It is a lot of fun and doesn't take that much extra time.
Bands play at football and basketball games. It is a lot of fun and doesn't take that much extra time.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:27:12
If you love it, you should keep doing it. Follow the extracurricular activities you care about. With 400+ student organizations at Duke, I bet you'll find a way to do that here too.
If you love it, you should keep doing it. Follow the extracurricular activities you care about. With 400+ student organizations at Duke, I bet you'll find a way to do that here too.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:30:50
We don't look that closely at the GPA number itself, since every high school calculates that number differently. It does help us understand you in the context of your school. Primarily, though, we pore over your transcript to understand how you've challenged yourself in the context of your school – have you taken tough classes? – and to see how you've done. Typically, Duke students come from the top 10% of their high school classes, but, again: we have no minimums. We really do seek to understand the whole story of your application.
We don't look that closely at the GPA number itself, since every high school calculates that number differently. It does help us understand you in the context of your school. Primarily, though, we pore over your transcript to understand how you've challenged yourself in the context of your school – have you taken tough classes? – and to see how you've done. Typically, Duke students come from the top 10% of their high school classes, but, again: we have no minimums. We really do seek to understand the whole story of your application.
AwesomeToad
2010-11-03 20:30:54
Beilin/9th/Indiana: What effect does GPA have on one's application?
Beilin/9th/Indiana: What effect does GPA have on one's application?
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:31:33
Kim/4th grade/ MO: Do you have cheerleading at Duke?
Kim/4th grade/ MO: Do you have cheerleading at Duke?
jkon
2010-11-03 20:31:34
Yes! Our cheerleading squads cheer on our football team, our men's basketball team, and our women's basketball team.
Yes! Our cheerleading squads cheer on our football team, our men's basketball team, and our women's basketball team.
sidek
2010-11-03 20:34:24
How good is the public transit around Duke?
How good is the public transit around Duke?
lng
2010-11-03 20:34:25
We have a great system of shuttle buses for taking people from one part of campus to another. There's also a free bus, the Robertson bus, that goes between Duke and the UNC campus in Chapel Hill every half hour -- that's very handy as well, say if you're a Duke student taking classes at UNC, or if you just want to visit (beautiful) Chapel Hill. Duke and Durham just started a great new free bus service, the Bull City Connector, that goes frequently between the Duke campus and downtown Durham. (This is in addition to the city of Durham's own transit system.)
We have a great system of shuttle buses for taking people from one part of campus to another. There's also a free bus, the Robertson bus, that goes between Duke and the UNC campus in Chapel Hill every half hour -- that's very handy as well, say if you're a Duke student taking classes at UNC, or if you just want to visit (beautiful) Chapel Hill. Duke and Durham just started a great new free bus service, the Bull City Connector, that goes frequently between the Duke campus and downtown Durham. (This is in addition to the city of Durham's own transit system.)
nammuchms
2010-11-03 20:34:53
(Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, NC) If my major is medicine, biology, health, etc, am I still allowed to take Math classes and competitive math exams (such as the Putnam)?
(Priya/9th grade/Charlotte, NC) If my major is medicine, biology, health, etc, am I still allowed to take Math classes and competitive math exams (such as the Putnam)?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:34:54
All undergraduates are permitted to take our math competitions. several students in engineering and computer science have ranked near the top on the international math contest in modellng.
All undergraduates are permitted to take our math competitions. several students in engineering and computer science have ranked near the top on the international math contest in modellng.
sidek
2010-11-03 20:40:55
(Davis/Grade 9/Canada) Do you have a soccer team?
(Davis/Grade 9/Canada) Do you have a soccer team?
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:40:57
We do have outstanding men's and women's soccer teams. Take a look at http://goduke.com for more info about our various athletic teams. Duke competes in Division I NCAA athletics in the Atlantic Coach Conference (ACC), and students can attend events just by swiping their card. Cheering on the Blue Devils can be a big part of being a Duke student: e.g. students camp out for two months for the Duke/UNC basketball game!
We do have outstanding men's and women's soccer teams. Take a look at http://goduke.com for more info about our various athletic teams. Duke competes in Division I NCAA athletics in the Atlantic Coach Conference (ACC), and students can attend events just by swiping their card. Cheering on the Blue Devils can be a big part of being a Duke student: e.g. students camp out for two months for the Duke/UNC basketball game!
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:41:22
Let's try "Coast" instead of "Coach" there for the ACC!
Let's try "Coast" instead of "Coach" there for the ACC!
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:42:42
Comments about Research Opportunties. Duke encourages its students to do original research. In mathematics, qualified students are paired with mentors and given stipends for six weeks of intensive research during the summer leading to a senior thesis. Several of these students have published their research in professional journals.
Comments about Research Opportunties. Duke encourages its students to do original research. In mathematics, qualified students are paired with mentors and given stipends for six weeks of intensive research during the summer leading to a senior thesis. Several of these students have published their research in professional journals.
lng
2010-11-03 20:43:30
I can vouch for the research program -- I've advised some terrific student research projects in the past, published in prestigious journals.
I can vouch for the research program -- I've advised some terrific student research projects in the past, published in prestigious journals.
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:44:33
See https://www.math.duke.edu/news/awards/research.html
See https://www.math.duke.edu/news/awards/research.html
electron
2010-11-03 20:46:00
(Electron/10/MA): Is the Duke Admissions home school friendly? What do you expect from a home schooled applicant? same as schooled applicants?
(Electron/10/MA): Is the Duke Admissions home school friendly? What do you expect from a home schooled applicant? same as schooled applicants?
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:46:01
We welcome applications from homeschooled students. We'll be interested in understanding why you chose to take that educational route, and we'll seek to understand how you've challenged yourself and spent your time. There's a nice writeup about how we think about these applicants at http://admissions.duke.edu/jump/applying/apply_homeschooled.html
We welcome applications from homeschooled students. We'll be interested in understanding why you chose to take that educational route, and we'll seek to understand how you've challenged yourself and spent your time. There's a nice writeup about how we think about these applicants at http://admissions.duke.edu/jump/applying/apply_homeschooled.html
mikecai
2010-11-03 20:46:20
(Yixin/12/Shanghai,CHN) How about the dining and living condition in Duke?
(Yixin/12/Shanghai,CHN) How about the dining and living condition in Duke?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:46:22
For dining, there are tons of places to go. On campus, we have chains like McDonald's, Panda Express, Subway, Chick-fil-A, etc., but if you get sick of these, you can always venture off-campus to more exotic locations, such as Chili's or T.G.I.F. There are various local diners to try as well! For more information, check out ( http://dining.duke.edu/ ) As for living conditions, students are guaranteed housing on-campus, and the dorms are pretty nice. They come with standard furniture (chairs, beds, desks, shelves, drawers). Getting to class is pretty convenient -- even if you live on central campus, you can get to most classes within 20 minutes, and if you live on West Campus (where most of the classes are located), it takes about 5 minutes to get to class.
For dining, there are tons of places to go. On campus, we have chains like McDonald's, Panda Express, Subway, Chick-fil-A, etc., but if you get sick of these, you can always venture off-campus to more exotic locations, such as Chili's or T.G.I.F. There are various local diners to try as well! For more information, check out ( http://dining.duke.edu/ ) As for living conditions, students are guaranteed housing on-campus, and the dorms are pretty nice. They come with standard furniture (chairs, beds, desks, shelves, drawers). Getting to class is pretty convenient -- even if you live on central campus, you can get to most classes within 20 minutes, and if you live on West Campus (where most of the classes are located), it takes about 5 minutes to get to class.
lng
2010-11-03 20:47:00
It's getting late, so we're winding down -- maybe another five minutes or so?
It's getting late, so we're winding down -- maybe another five minutes or so?
Maria543
2010-11-03 20:48:21
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth, Fl) Are intermural sports (specifically ultimate frisbee) popular? Can you play even if you are rather inexperienced?
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth, Fl) Are intermural sports (specifically ultimate frisbee) popular? Can you play even if you are rather inexperienced?
dkraines
2010-11-03 20:48:23
There is an ultimate frisbee club. teams have travelled to competitions.
There is an ultimate frisbee club. teams have travelled to competitions.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:48:30
For food ... we know this is important, and we have over 30 places to eat on campus! http://dining.duke.edu/where/oncampus/index-old.php As I mentioned before, Durham has many extraordinary restaurants, plus cool food trucks like OnlyBurger: http://www.durhamcatering.com/onlyburger/
For food ... we know this is important, and we have over 30 places to eat on campus! http://dining.duke.edu/where/oncampus/index-old.php As I mentioned before, Durham has many extraordinary restaurants, plus cool food trucks like OnlyBurger: http://www.durhamcatering.com/onlyburger/
Maria543
2010-11-03 20:49:28
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth, Fl) Is there somewhere for students to cook for themselves? near dorms?
(Maria/12th/Lake Worth, Fl) Is there somewhere for students to cook for themselves? near dorms?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:49:29
There are communal kitchens in the dorms where students can cook. Students living in central campus apartments have their own private kitchens.
There are communal kitchens in the dorms where students can cook. Students living in central campus apartments have their own private kitchens.
lng
2010-11-03 20:50:01
The food scene in Durham really is great.
The food scene in Durham really is great.
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:53:00
Kim/4th/MO: In the apartments, will we have roommates there also, like in the dorms?
Kim/4th/MO: In the apartments, will we have roommates there also, like in the dorms?
aguo777
2010-11-03 20:53:02
Usually students living in the apartments have roommates, but some live in singles. The same goes for dorms -- there are singles, doubles, and triples.
Usually students living in the apartments have roommates, but some live in singles. The same goes for dorms -- there are singles, doubles, and triples.
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:53:52
(Kim/ 4th grade/ MO) : When you interview applicants to decide who goes into Duke, do you interview them in person or by chat?
(Kim/ 4th grade/ MO) : When you interview applicants to decide who goes into Duke, do you interview them in person or by chat?
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:53:53
We're fortunate to have an amazing corps of Duke alumni who help us conduct our optional admissions interviews. We don't offer any on-campus interviews, but take a look at http://admissions.duke.edu/jump/applying/apply_interviews.html to learn more about receiving an interview from alumni in your area. Usually, they take place in a coffee shop or somewhere similar, and they're a chance for you to learn more about Duke and for us to get an additional, supplementary sense of your personality.
We're fortunate to have an amazing corps of Duke alumni who help us conduct our optional admissions interviews. We don't offer any on-campus interviews, but take a look at http://admissions.duke.edu/jump/applying/apply_interviews.html to learn more about receiving an interview from alumni in your area. Usually, they take place in a coffee shop or somewhere similar, and they're a chance for you to learn more about Duke and for us to get an additional, supplementary sense of your personality.
lng
2010-11-03 20:54:39
Okay, we're going to sign off now. We've enjoyed taking your questions. Thanks everyone -- this was fun! If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us (e.g. David Kraines, dkrain@math.duke.edu).
Okay, we're going to sign off now. We've enjoyed taking your questions. Thanks everyone -- this was fun! If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us (e.g. David Kraines, dkrain@math.duke.edu).
kimt9
2010-11-03 20:55:27
Thanks a ton for answering my questions! This rocked! :-D
Thanks a ton for answering my questions! This rocked! :-D
rrusczyk
2010-11-03 20:55:30
Thank you very much to our guests from Duke for spending so much time with all of us tonight!
Thank you very much to our guests from Duke for spending so much time with all of us tonight!
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:55:40
Remember to look at http://admissions.duke.edu for answers to many of your questions, and click on "Join our mailing list" there to receive materials in the mail and to hear when we're visiting your area.
Remember to look at http://admissions.duke.edu for answers to many of your questions, and click on "Join our mailing list" there to receive materials in the mail and to hear when we're visiting your area.
DuncanBrook-Duke
2010-11-03 20:56:01
Go Duke!
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