Reading 11

Choose the correct heading. There is one extra sentence.

STUDENT LIFE AT DUKE UNIVERSITY

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Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke University is a 4-year private research institution serving roughly 14,060 undergraduate and graduate students. In 2010, “U.S. News and World Report” ranked Duke 10th among a list of the best colleges in the nation. While Duke certainly has a lot to offer in the way of academics, the college experience includes so much more than just what happens in the classroom. In addition to academics and research, student life at Duke University includes Blue Devil athletics, student organizations, arts and global opportunities. Outlined below is a guide to student life at Duke University.

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Founded in 1924, Duke University offers undergraduate and graduate programs through 10 different schools and colleges. Areas of study include arts and sciences, education, business, nursing, law, medicine, engineering, divinity, public policy and environmental studies. Degrees offered include bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs.

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Blue Devil athletics are a huge part of student life at Duke University. Whether you prefer to sit in the stands or rock the field, Duke offers a long list of men’s and women’s sports teams, such as swimming and diving, cross country, basketball, football, golf, rowing and volleyball (just to name a few). Not interested in playing sports but still want to entertain the crowd? How about trying out for cheerleading or the school band?

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If breaking a sweat isn’t really your style, there are plenty of student organizations and leadership opportunities on campus as well. Currently, Duke offers roughly 400 student organizations, which are a great way to meet people with shared interests. Membership in some student groups may also be beneficial when it comes to resumes and scholarship applications. Some of the types of student organizations at Duke include academic, recreational, religious, service, professional, Greek, cultural, arts and media.

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An important part of the college experience is living on campus. The accommodations might not be as ideal as living off campus (in some instances), but there is something to be said for convenience and proximity. Plus, living on campus is one of the best ways to meet new people and make lifelong friends. At Duke, residence halls are organized based on common interests and at least 20 housing options are offered throughout the campus. Apartment complexes are offered on the Central campus, which house roughly 1,000 students in efficiency units and 1–3 bedroom apartments. This guide to student life at Duke University is just a brief glimpse into everything that this North Carolina university has to offer. More information about student life at Duke University can be located at the institution’s official website.

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