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Honoring Veterans, Presidential Award Deadline, Passport Drive, Giving Thanks

 November 11, 2019

Veterans Day Ceremony Set for 11 a.m. in Duke Chapel
Duke will host a Veterans Day commemoration at 11 a.m. today inside Duke University Chapel, where members of the newly formed Duke Military Association will also gather to honor members of the military. About 900 Duke University and Health System employees currently identify as veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Invite your staff to come out and support our veterans.

Nominations for Presidential Awards Due by Friday
Nominate your star performers for a Presidential Award to recognize those individuals and teams who best demonstrate Duke’s five institutional values: Respect, Trust, Inclusion, Discovery, and Excellence. Nominations are due by Friday, Nov. 15.

Passport Drive Comes Back to Duke on Nov. 21
Duke will host another Passport Drive on Nov. 21 for any member of the community to come and complete the necessary process for a U.S. Passport. State Department officials will be on site, as well as a passport photographer.

Giving Thanks for Those Who Make a Difference
Recognition is a powerful motivator for employee engagement. As we approach Thanksgiving, let us know about staff you're thankful for. Whether it's someone who goes above and beyond or an individual who make a difference in the workplace, let the Working@Duke team know here.