Duke has an international reputation for its excellence in education, research, patient care and service.  These accomplishments are dependent on the dedication and expertise of all who work to support Duke's mission. 

The following principles should guide your efforts:

Trustworthiness

• Demonstrate high integrity, truthfulness and ethics. 
• Words and behaviors are consistent and reflect the highest ethical standards.  Listen and speak with honesty, openness and respectfulness. 
• Keep promises and follow through on commitments.

• Regard, value and recognize the needs and perspectives of others. 
• Actions, decisions and policies should promote equity. 
• Regard and value contributions and recognize accomplishments. 
• Display interest in and contribute to others' well-being.

• Take full advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of all. 
• Recognize and value differences. 
• Seek inclusiveness. 
• Consider and honor differing points of view.


Interesting Links:
Office of Institutional Equity
Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture
Freeman Center for Jewish Life
International Programs & Resources

• Work, learn and strive for excellence together, sharing successes and mistakes. 
• Expect and encourage continuous learning. 
• Create opportunities for individual and group learning that crosses organizational boundaries. 
• Recognize that no one has all the answers.

• Foster positive work relationships through an inclusive team approach. 
• Create an environment for stretching beyond what was thought possible. 
• Seek input and involvement of those affected by decisions. 
• Accept responsibility and accountability. 
• Place team goals above personal goals.