White Allies
Published by Takiyah Johnson
As our group has been discussing issues like privilege, ethical engagement, feminism, and advocacy, I’ve recently been thinking a lot …
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Wounded Hippos
Published by Lily Koning
During Duke Engage Academy, we were told two stories. In the first of these stories, the ocean washes thousands of …
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Shaken, Not Stirred
Published by Olivia McAuliffe
It’s been easy to avoid the realities of crime and desperation while living in the gated haven that is the …
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In guilt, there is change
Published by Swathi Ramprasad
One of the most challenging parts of my Duke Engage experience has been navigating the ethical dilemmas that are unconditionally …
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Should I be overlooking sexual harassment?
Published by Chiara Settineri
Our reflection this past week was largely centered on privilege—the way we engage with our privilege, how it compares to …
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Detached from Reality
Published by Anna Chulack
“All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” – George Orwell, Animal Farm On Thursday …
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It’s all about the implications
Published by Maryam Asenuga
On Sunday morning, Olivia P. and I embarked on a day that the two of us will always remember. As …
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Come Back to This
Published by Takiyah Johnson
Dear Future Me, How bad do you still want to return to Cape Town? Do you remember loving it so …
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A Nihilistic View of the Arrogance of Summer Internships
Published by Tristan Malhotra
What actual impact can you have in 8 weeks? Every year, Duke students buy their new business casual wear and …
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Stop Telling Women to Smile
Published by Olivia McAuliffe
One of the first things I noticed when I walked into my supervisor’s office at Sonke was a poster on …
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