What We Do:
Graduate Student Affairs supports the success and well-being of graduate and professional students at the Pratt School of Engineering through personalized wellness resources, leadership development, and community engagement. From orientation to graduation, our team coordinates key student life events, advises student leadership groups, and fosters a sense of belonging across programs and departments. Whether supporting students in times of growth or challenge, we are committed to building a vibrant, resilient, and supportive graduate community.
- New Student Orientation planning
- Community building opportunities
- Advise Engineering Graduate Student Council
- Advise Engineering Master’s Programs Student Advisory Board
- Graduation planning
- One-on-one confidential meetings with students
- Referrals campus resources
- Health and Wellness coaching
- Wellbeing workshops and trainings
Who We Are:
Graduate Student Affairs is dedicated to supporting the holistic well-being, engagement, and success of graduate and professional students at the Pratt School of Engineering. We serve as a central resource for students throughout their academic journey from orientation and onboarding through graduation and alumni connection.
Our team provides individualized support, wellness resources, and community-building opportunities that help students thrive academically, professionally, and personally. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where students feel connected, empowered, and equipped to navigate the opportunities and challenges of graduate education.
Graduate Student Affairs supports students through:
- Orientation and onboarding programs that introduce students to academic expectations, campus resources, university policies, and community life
- Health and wellness coaching focused on stress management, resilience, work-life balance, and sustainable behavioral change
- Referrals to counseling and mental health services, along with crisis support and resource navigation
- Peer support initiatives and opportunities for meaningful student connection
- Social events and community-building activities throughout the academic year
- Guidance related to accessibility, accommodations, and student support services
- Visa and immigration support in partnership with Duke Visa Services
- Conflict mediation, policy navigation, and student advocacy
- Support for graduate student organizations and leadership development
- Centralized communication about deadlines, opportunities, and important university updates
- Student feedback and assessment efforts that help strengthen programs, services, and student success outcomes
- Graduation coordination and support for major student milestones
Our team includes certified Health and Wellness Coaches as well as trained mental health and suicide prevention instructors who are committed to helping students and peers navigate challenges with care, confidence, and compassion. Through collaboration, advocacy, and student-centered programming, Graduate Student Affairs works to ensure every student has the support they need to succeed throughout their Pratt experience.
Contact Graduate Student Affairs at Pratt-GSPS@duke.edu
- Emergency Needs: If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency or there is risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911.
- Crisis Needs After Hours: If you or someone you know needs to talk to someone urgently after hours call:
- Call 919-660-1000, option 2 for confidential mental health crisis assistance
- 24/7 Tele-mental health services are also available to all Duke students through Timely Care
- Student Affairs/Dean on-call: 984-287-0300
