Faculty are the driving force behind the Nicholas School鈥檚 teaching, research, and impact. Their expertise, creativity, and commitment to addressing urgent environmental and societal challenges define both the school鈥檚 legacy and its future.
From founding visionaries to emerging scholars, Nicholas faculty shape the next generation of leaders, conduct cutting-edge research, and engage deeply with communities in North Carolina and around the world.
As the school advances Duke鈥檚 Climate Commitment, it is essential to invest in faculty who embody this mission鈥攖hrough recruitment, retention, and resources that enable bold, community-connected work.
With donor support, we can equip our faculty to lead on the front lines of discovery, justice, and sustainability鈥攖urning knowledge into action for people and the planet.
