To the Duke Community,
With the approach of Thanksgiving, I write in gratitude for all you do as members of our Duke community and to extend best wishes.
As we enjoy the company of family and friends, many among us are working through the holiday and unable to celebrate, or are separated from loved ones many miles away. All of us are feeling the strain of a world that seems unsettled and divided.
In these moments, I draw both strength and inspiration from our Duke University family, and I hope others find that encouragement and comfort as well. Wherever we come from or whatever brings us to Duke, we all belong here together. And everything we do—in the classroom, on campus, in the clinic, or in our surrounding neighborhoods—we do as part of a community, turning with shared values and commitment toward a more joyful tomorrow.
I am grateful you are with us at Duke and hope you find refreshment and relaxation this Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Vince
