NSF Summer Research Experience for Teachers
K-12 and community college teachers spend five summer weeks working in microbiome science and engineering labs and developing lesson plans
Duke Engineering is dedicated to building purposeful partnerships to solve complex societal challenges—locally and globally.
We share research discoveries, design solutions to community needs, and inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators.
100+ community events led each year by Duke Engineering
2,000+ K-12 students engaged in STEM programs each year
~11,000 DukeEngage service hours volunteered each year by engineering students
25% of Duke Engineering students participate in service-learning courses
>50% of Duke Engineering students volunteer in the US, and 25% abroad
4 engineering courses with service-learning components
K-12 and community college teachers spend five summer weeks working in microbiome science and engineering labs and developing lesson plans
Through hands-on opportunities, K-12 students learn basic engineering skills and then use them to identify problems and design solutions.
Duke's state-of-the-science nanotech lab invites K-12 teachers and students to see an electron microscope in action or suit up for a visit to the cleanroom.
A three-week summer program for high school students to establish a tech talent pipeline for the Research Triangle Region.
Partnership with Durham Success Summit teaching innovation skills as part of a 12-week mentorship experience for young Black men.
Candidates for PhDs in engineering receive tuition and stipends to support internships with public policy or nonprofit organizations.
A seven-week summer experience for Durham Public Schools juniors and seniors interested in engineering and science.
Assembles teams from across engineering, business and medicine at Duke to create solutions to unmet needs in health care.
Taught by an instructor recognized by Duke for service-learning innovation, students create custom assistive devices for individuals.
Connecting volunteers with public schools in Durham, NC. Founded by engineering PhD student Anish Simhal.
A live-in laboratory and community demonstration project of energy efficiency and sustainable technology.
Student-led program brings hands-on activities into classrooms in Durham and Orange counties.
Students study culture and ethics before completing a hands-on engineering project.
Through coordinated giving, faculty and staff donors support 60+ organizations in four NC counties.
A student-led conference that develops actionable ideas to address critical environmental challenges.
Partnering with communities to engineer solutions that improve living standards.
Student leaders organize service opportunities with community partners.
The Duke EWH chapter has built a close relationship with a hospital in Xela, Guatemala.
FEMMES is student-led, with a mission to engage young girls in STEM fields through hands-on activities and mentorship.
An annual event demonstrating STEM career possibilities through a day of hands-on fun for more than 140 middle schoolers and high schoolers
Creating solutions to address challenges in women’s health, and inspire the next generation of health leaders.
Our Fitzpatrick Institute of Photonics and Duke Optical Student Club provide lab tours and science demonstrations to middle school students
Provided to educators free of charge through Duke's membership in the Research Triangle Nanotechnology Network.
Detecting contaminants in drinking water, with partners UNC-Chapel Hill and state government.
Duke is home to two efforts funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation aiming to improve the health of billions.
Students explore ethics and culture while creating custom solutions for neighbors in need.
SENSOR engages underrepresented eighth grade students in science.
An empty cigarette factory was reborn as a hub for scientific discovery and entrepreneurship.
Promoting inclusion in STEM, with partner tech firms, NC State University, UNC-Chapel Hill and Campbell University.
Students design solutions for needs expressed by community organizations working in education, health care, the environment, and more.
August 14, 2023
May 04, 2023
May 01, 2023
Service-Learning Courses in Engineering