DukeEngage Policies
The Duke Engage Mission:
DukeEngage empowers students to address critical human needs through immersive service, in the process transforming students, advancing the University’s educational mission, and providing meaningful assistance to communities in the U.S. and abroad.
Participants in the DukeEngage Seattle program will work with non-profit organizations throughout Seattle. In addition to work in the community, students will have the opportunity to engage with Duke alumni through enrichment activities and discussions.
DukeEngage is a full-time commitment during which you may not accept any type of employment, significant additional volunteer commitments, or enroll in classes/coursework.
Students are expected to adhere to the Duke Community Standard:
1. I will not lie, cheat, or steal in my academic endeavors, nor will I accept the actions of those who do.
2. I will conduct myself responsibly and honorably in all my activities as a Duke Student.”
DukeEngage Seattle Group Expectations (as decided upon at our first group meeting/dinner):
· Respect yourself and your colleagues
· Be serious but have fun
· Have an attitude of openness to new experiences
· Work with each other
· Try to have “open door” hours to visit and hang out with your colleagues
· Communicate openly
· Fully participate in group outings and enrichment activities
· Watch out for each other so no one is left behind
· Be accountable and responsible, to yourself and the group
· Enjoy!
Housing:
All accommodations secured by and paid for by DukeEngage are for the exclusive use of DukeEngage students and program staff. No one other than DukeEngage may share the accommodations.
Students are required to stay at the accommodations that have been booked for the group. Moving to another location is grounds for dismissal from the program.
You are liable for any damages to University property, whether deliberate or unintentional. Rooms will be assessed for missing, altered, or damaged furniture or equipment, and Duke University will bill you for an charges incurred.
Site Visits:
Weebly Blog: http://dukeengageseattle2013.weebly.com -- This will be the blog we use for longer weekly reflections. Helene and Kara will decide upon how long the reflections should be.
Health, Safety and Personal Conduct:
Please be aware that we are in a big city. Please do not go out at night alone, and be cautious when walking alone. Please follow traffic signals and be on the look out for people on bicycles!
Limit your alcohol consumption. Remember that being intoxicated will make you a target. Additionally, you will be less aware of what is going on around you and, therefore, less able to respond quickly to situations that may arise.
Act on “red flags” or any feelings of unusual personal discomfort. If something feels suspicious or you are pressured (even by offers to help, say from homeless or indigent individuals), be aware as someone might be trying to take advantage of you. Turn down offers or remove yourself from the situation. If any situation arises where you believe you need help, do not hesitate to contact Alethea, Emily, or campus police.
Keeping in Control: Some controllable factors that place students at greatest risk include:
Personal Excursions:
· Students are welcome to undertake personal excursions when they are not engaged in their volunteer service placement or group activities.
· Solo travel is highly discouraged and it is preferred that you travel with at least one other person.
· Students must inform site coordinators of their travel plans by noon on Friday and fill out the Off-Site Travel Form at the end of this packet (electronically is fine).
· Remember, that you cannot miss any scheduled DukeEngage activities including enrichment activities.
DukeEngage empowers students to address critical human needs through immersive service, in the process transforming students, advancing the University’s educational mission, and providing meaningful assistance to communities in the U.S. and abroad.
Participants in the DukeEngage Seattle program will work with non-profit organizations throughout Seattle. In addition to work in the community, students will have the opportunity to engage with Duke alumni through enrichment activities and discussions.
DukeEngage is a full-time commitment during which you may not accept any type of employment, significant additional volunteer commitments, or enroll in classes/coursework.
Students are expected to adhere to the Duke Community Standard:
1. I will not lie, cheat, or steal in my academic endeavors, nor will I accept the actions of those who do.
2. I will conduct myself responsibly and honorably in all my activities as a Duke Student.”
DukeEngage Seattle Group Expectations (as decided upon at our first group meeting/dinner):
· Respect yourself and your colleagues
· Be serious but have fun
· Have an attitude of openness to new experiences
· Work with each other
· Try to have “open door” hours to visit and hang out with your colleagues
· Communicate openly
· Fully participate in group outings and enrichment activities
· Watch out for each other so no one is left behind
· Be accountable and responsible, to yourself and the group
· Enjoy!
Housing:
All accommodations secured by and paid for by DukeEngage are for the exclusive use of DukeEngage students and program staff. No one other than DukeEngage may share the accommodations.
Students are required to stay at the accommodations that have been booked for the group. Moving to another location is grounds for dismissal from the program.
You are liable for any damages to University property, whether deliberate or unintentional. Rooms will be assessed for missing, altered, or damaged furniture or equipment, and Duke University will bill you for an charges incurred.
Site Visits:
- Initial site visits to the community partners will be completed before students’ arrival.
- Second site visits will occur the week of July 1st and 5th.
- Final site visits the last week of the program, the week of August 5th.
- Scheduled for Tuesdays. These may be subject to change depending on what is scheduled for the week. The site coordinators will inform you if changes do occur.
- Everyone must come to these sessions willing to share as well as listen.
- Each student will meet with the site coordinators three times individually during the course of the program. The first meeting will be in the first week of your placements, the second one will be during weeks 2-3, and the third in the last week of your placements.
- The intention of these meetings is to have a chance to talk and reflect, discuss problems, challenges or excitements on a one to one level. They will be 20-30 minutes each.
Weebly Blog: http://dukeengageseattle2013.weebly.com -- This will be the blog we use for longer weekly reflections. Helene and Kara will decide upon how long the reflections should be.
Health, Safety and Personal Conduct:
Please be aware that we are in a big city. Please do not go out at night alone, and be cautious when walking alone. Please follow traffic signals and be on the look out for people on bicycles!
Limit your alcohol consumption. Remember that being intoxicated will make you a target. Additionally, you will be less aware of what is going on around you and, therefore, less able to respond quickly to situations that may arise.
Act on “red flags” or any feelings of unusual personal discomfort. If something feels suspicious or you are pressured (even by offers to help, say from homeless or indigent individuals), be aware as someone might be trying to take advantage of you. Turn down offers or remove yourself from the situation. If any situation arises where you believe you need help, do not hesitate to contact Alethea, Emily, or campus police.
Keeping in Control: Some controllable factors that place students at greatest risk include:
- Being out late at night.
- Being alone at night.
- Being in a known high crime area or unfamiliar area.
- Sleeping in an unlocked place.
- Being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Personal Excursions:
· Students are welcome to undertake personal excursions when they are not engaged in their volunteer service placement or group activities.
· Solo travel is highly discouraged and it is preferred that you travel with at least one other person.
· Students must inform site coordinators of their travel plans by noon on Friday and fill out the Off-Site Travel Form at the end of this packet (electronically is fine).
· Remember, that you cannot miss any scheduled DukeEngage activities including enrichment activities.