Student Advocate's Office
Welcome to the Student Advocate's Office (SAO)!
We are a one-stop-shop for all students to receive peer support regarding any institutional processes with the university including but not limited to: Covid-19 related misconduct, academic misconduct, sexual harassment and misconduct, hate and bias grievances, and financial aid. This semester is our Pilot Program, in which we are focusing on Covid-19 related misconduct and Academic Misconduct.
Peer support is offered through the SAO in three key ways:
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Weekly virtual Office Hours (time TBD) where any student can speak with an Advocate to ask any questions regarding Covid-19 or Academic conduct issues (e.g. “What are the repercussions if I see x number of friends this weekend?”, or “what are my options if I am charged with a Covid-19 violation?”)
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Any students seeking support in this way can expect to receive private support from an advocate trained in conduct processes and wellness, who can point the student to resources and provide some advice and guidance on how to proceed in a conduct case.
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The Class Feedback Form exists to field concerns from students regarding inequities in the classroom, and the SAO is dedicated to offering support for students through maintenance of the form.
Meet the advocates below and don't hesitate to reach out!
Use the following link to submit a request for an advocate: http://bit.ly/SAOIntake
Covid-19
Our Pilot Program Covid-19 policy at Duke will be one of our main focuses. From the Duke Compact's Expectations to Repercussions for violations and everything in between, we hope to be a source of support and guidance for you as you go through any conduct processes related to Covid-19.
Academic
Our Pilot Program will also cover issues of Academic Misconduct. Advocates will be trained to understand the conduct process so they can answer questions, support you through your cases or hearings, and point you towards the right resources on campus!
Grievances
Other institutional processes involving the University, including but not limited to issues with Sexual Assault and Harassment, Hate and Bias Grievances, and Financial Aid issues will be areas we hope to expand to after the Pilot.
Suggestions?
If you have any suggestions on the areas we plan to target or would like to collaborate, please let us know!
Meet the Team!
The Executive Board
Christina Wang
Internal Director, Class of 2022
Devan Desai
External Director, Class of 2023
Hana Hendi
Covid-19 Division Policy Director, Class of 2023
Effie Mehbod
Academic Misconduct Division Director, Class of 2023
Rachel Proudman
Policy Director, Class of 2023
The Advocates
Haley Cush
Advocate, Class of 2024
Olya Kislovskiy
Advocate, Class of 2022
Connor Booher
Advocate, Class of 2024
Kristin Ankoma-Sey
Advocate, Class of 2023
Sachin Shah
Advocate, Class of 2024
Eric Lu
Advocate, Class of 2024
Kris Zhu
Advocate, Class of 2024
Jada Purkett
Advocate, Class of 2024
Kieran Lele
Advocate, Class of 2023
Have Questions about Covid-19 or Academic Conduct Issues at Duke?
Become an Advocate!
If you are interested in becoming an advocate or have questions about the program, please contact us!
Christina Wang: 480-658-8816
Class Feedback Form
If you have any concerns about your courses or inequities in the classroom, please fill out this form, either anonymously or otherwise so your concerns may be addressed:
bit.ly/DukeCFF