Beyond Academics

The Duke MEM experience goes beyond the classroom. With hundreds of student activities, including competitions, technical clubs, volunteer opportunities, social activities, athletic pursuits, and a vibrant arts scene, MEM students have plenty to do when classes aren’t in session. Here are a few activities that MEM students enjoy.

MEM students have a tradition of excellence in both the Duke Start-Up Challenge, a business plan competition, and the Engineering World Health CUREs Competition, where students develop innovative, inexpensive medical devices that meet the needs of people in developing countries. To date, students have won over $250,000 to support their entrepreneurial efforts.

The Home Depot Smart Home is a 6,000 sq. ft. live-in research laboratory designed, operated, and occupied by students exploring sustainable living, technology integration, and design.

MEM Program Development Committee members work with the program’s leaders to plan student activities, coordinate student recruitment events, and enhance industry relations.

MEM students are crazy for Duke athletics. Above, MEM Cameron Crazies cheer on the Blue Devils.