Duke Medical Center Library & Archives News Category: Events

In 2024, Duke University launched a celebration of its centennial—a historic opportunity to recognize Duke’s extraordinary past, communicate the impact of the present and look toward the potential of Duke’s future.

Duke University was established in 1924 when James B. Duke, through the Indenture of Trust, designated a gift that transformed Trinity College into a comprehensive research university. An additional bequest of his established the Schools of Medicine and Nursing and Duke Hospital in 1925, and in 1927. Noted pediatrician Wilburt Davison of Johns Hopkins University was named Duke medical school’s first dean. Since its founding, the Duke University School of Medicine has been mission-driven in its focus to transform education, research, patient care, and community…

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November 20th is the Transgender Day of Remembrance. This yearly observance honors the memory of transgender people who were killed due to transphobic violence. TDOR was started in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. The vigil commemorated all the transgender people lost to violence since Rita Hester’s death, and began an important tradition that has become the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance.

GLAAD has a yearly memoriam of those who have been lost to anti-transgender violence over the years here.

Duke University Libraries has a LGBT Studies Resource Guide with…

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On November 6th, the Medical Center Library was filled with joy and excitement as we welcomed back Stampede of Love and their beloved miniature horses, Lola and Kiwi! With over 400 attendees joining us, the atmosphere was lively and full of smiles as everyone had the chance to meet these adorable equine friends.

Attendees enjoyed taking photos with Lola and Kiwi, creating unforgettable memories. To add to the fun, we also had mini horse buttons (from our new button maker!) that everyone loved, making the day even more special.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support this event! We can’t wait to see you again for more hoof-tapping fun in the future!

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For the past three years, the Duke Medical Center Library & Archives has hosted a holiday book drive to benefit the Durham Public Schools (DPS) Hospital School library. This year, we’re inviting students, staff, and faculty to join us in making an even greater impact!

The DPS Hospital School serves children from preschool through 12th grade who are inpatients or outpatients at Duke University Hospital, bringing a sense of normalcy and joy to their lives.

Your donation will help expand the library’s collection with much-needed science books and popular new picture books, supporting year one of their five-year collection development plan.

How to Donate

• Purchase a book from the…

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Hold your horses, everyone! 🐴

The miniature horses, from Stampede of Love, are making a grand return to the Medical Center Library on November 6th from 11am to 1pm! These tiny trotters are ready to prance their way into your hearts and bring a whole lot of joy and laughter.

Whether you’re a horse whisperer or just love all things adorable, this event is sure to stirrup some excitement. Come by for a nuzzle, a photo op, and a chance to de-stress with our four-legged friends. It’s the perfect way to rein in some relaxation during your busy week.

So, saddle up and mark your calendars! We promise it’ll be a mane event you’ll remember. See you there!

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The Medical Center Library & Archives is excited to introduce a new exhibit, Faces of Duke Health, which celebrates the diverse roles that contribute to the Duke Health community. Kicking off the series, the exhibit will spotlight Environmental Services (EVS), including our own Library EVS staff, and offer a glimpse into the history of EVS at Duke.

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It Came from the Archives! Halloween Highlights from the Duke Medical Center Archives

Location: Medical Center Library & Archives, Level 1

Date: Thursday, October 31, 11am – 2pm

Please join us for the Duke University Medical Center Archives’ annual Halloween event! This casual open house event will feature a selection of odd, intriguing, and significant materials from our collections. 

All are invited to drop in to view detailed medical illustrations, touch old medical instruments, explore forgotten stories from the history of Duke Health, and much more. 

Come by for a fun break to learn some history and…

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October is National Medical Librarians Month. This is the perfect opportunity to pause and celebrate the contributions of the people at the medical library. We curate content and make it easier to use. We capture and provide research into the history of the institution. We leverage technologies to simplify systems and tools. We design the spaces that will inspire, connect, and support. We teach in the classroom and at the point of need. We find the seemingly unfindable piece of information.

I am frequently asked which of our many resources is “the best.” While we do have fantastic book collections, clinical reference tools, and e-journals, there is no contest: our best resource is our staff.

An academic…

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From September 15 through October 15, we recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month and the many contributions of those whose ancestors came from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Spain. 

As leaders, researchers, caregivers, educators, and community health advocates, our Hispanic and Latinx colleagues at Duke Health continue to drive innovation and change the narrative of the healthcare landscape as we know it. Through their rich contributions, we are able to provide more culturally competent patient care, inspire a new generation of health leaders, and embrace a more just environment for everyone to thrive. We are grateful for the compassionate care and commitment to our mission that our Hispanic and Latinx team…

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Join the Duke Initiative for Science & Society in welcoming Richard Sever, Assistant Director of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press and co-founder of the preprint server bioRxiv, to Duke University on October 3rd at 3 pm in Gross Hall 107. Richard will discuss the impact of preprint servers like bioRxiv and medRxiv on accelerating science communication. Learn how these platforms, which separate the dissemination of research from the traditional evaluation process, played a pivotal role during the pandemic by facilitating the rapid sharing of critical discoveries. Explore the evolving landscape of scientific publishing and its move towards a more open and inclusive ecosystem. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the future of science communication!

RSVP…

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📚 Library Welcome Party! 🎉
Date: Monday, August 26
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Kick off the new semester and join us for a fun and informative Library Welcome Party! 

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• 🍧 Eat a Locopop: Cool down with Durham’s favorite popsicles!
• 🎨 Make a Button: Get crafty and create your own button. 
• 📚 Explore Library Resources and Spaces: Discover the best of the Library to help you be successful.
• 📱 Add Mobile Apps to Your Phone: Learn about useful apps to put the Library in your pocket.
• 🆔 Create an ORCID: Set up your unique researcher identifier.

Come meet fellow library enthusiasts, enjoy…

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Are you a health sciences researcher on the medical center campus? Join with other researchers and a facilitator to discuss and explore the question "What is Research Integrity?" in a structured talking circle. This new event format is designed to bring researchers across backgrounds and experience levels together to explore the intersection of research culture and research integrity. Participants will be asked to listen in the circle. All participants will have the opportunity to share their thoughts, stories, and perspectives. 

What is Research Integrity? 
August 28th 3:00 - 4:30 pm  
Medical Center Library Room 212C

Registration is full, please join our waiting list

This event counts for RCR-200 credit…

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Join us for an evening of art, conversation, and refreshments as we celebrate the opening of the “Untold Stories Exhibition.” This exhibit showcases portrait photography and audio interviews co-created by Duke clinicians Dr. Jeffrey Lee, resident physician in internal medicine-psychiatry, Katherine Henderson, chaplain, Elissa Nickolopoulas, social worker, Michelle Tang, medical student, along with patients from the Duke Outpatient Clinic. 

Reception Details:

• Thursday August 1st, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
• Medical Center Library, Seeley G. Mudd Building, Level 3
• Refreshments provided

This photography exhibit draws from The Stories Project, which is funded by the Trent Foundation and Duke Signature Care with faculty mentorship from Drs. John Ike and Jane…

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The annual celebration of National Nurses Week, which always begins on May 6 and culminates with the observance of Florence Nightingale’s birthday on May 12, is the perfect time to celebrate the tremendous contributions of nurses and educate the public about nurses’ role in health care.

Thanks for the work you perform every day to care for patients, their loved ones and each other.

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The Medical Center Library & Archives will be broadcasting the Centennial Kickoff Celebration livestream in the Classroom (Room 104D, Level 1) from 4-5:15p.  

Kickoff Celebration  
Tuesday, January 9, 2024  
4 – 5:15 pm  
Cameron Indoor Stadium  
Open to: The Entire Duke Community  
Tickets Required  
Seating will be limited so please join us if you can’t attend in person.

For more information, see Duke University’s Centennial Celebration Kickoff

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