 Register online to join DURA as a new member or to provide Duke Staff & Family Programs with updated personal information.
 In order to ensure that members receive DURA membership mailings and invitations,
Staff & Family Programs office must be notified (919-684-9040) of a new address at least
ten days in advance of mailing dates. Names are removed from the DURA mailing list
if a piece of mail is returned because of no forwarding address.
Duke employees are eligible for a number of
privileges and memberships at Duke
after retirement.
The Duke University Retirees Association (DURA) exists to provide meaningful opportunities for Duke retirees
to stay in touch with colleagues, enjoy social interactions and find ways to volunteer services at Duke.
Membership is open to all retirees. Membership information and an application are provided to prospective retirees during their
retirement planning session through the Duke Benefits staff. Alternatively, Interested retirees may
apply online
following their date of retirement. DURA is supported by Staff and Family Programs of Duke Corporate HR. Contact
us at sandfp@duke.edu for more information.
Benefits
Activities
DURA members receive the DURA newsletter and notices of meetings and social
gatherings. Activities include two annual meetings of the membership, usually in
the months of April and December. Combining refreshments, entertainment, and the
necessary business of DURA, these events afford members the opportunity to visit
with friends and former co-workers.
Parking Decals
DURA parking decals for ungated lots at Duke are also provided if requested
by members. A vehicle registration form must be filled out and kept on file with
Staff and Family Programs. The form lists the vehicle make, year and color of
car as well as license plate number. You may not request more than parking pass.
Duke Store Discount
DURA members may obtain a discount from the University store in the
Bryan Center. The discount is valid any time but can only be used once
a year and is equal to the number of years of service (maximum of 30%).
The DURA membership card must be presented at time of purchase. The discount
cannot be combined with any other discount. Contact Staff and Family Programs
at 684-9040 to receive the DURA membership card.
History
The idea of a retiree association at Duke (DURA) was first expressed by
Charles B. Huestis, former Senior Vice President, at the Quarter Century
Club banquet in 1982. The idea was carried forward by a group of dedicated
individuals and DURA was formed in 1983 with Elon Clark as the first president.
DURA maintains its liaison with Duke University through the department
of Staff & Family Programs in the Office of Human Resources.
Organization
Except for those powers reserved exclusively for the general membership,
all powers of DURA are exercised by or under the authority of the Board of
Directors. The Board is composed of seventeen members elected by the membership,
including a President, President-Elect, Past President, Treasurer, and
Secretary. There are three groups of four directors, to be elected each year to
serve for three years. New Board members take office on April first.
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