“Olalla? One thing’s for sure - I bet you can’t find that name on one of those clunky keychains at a gift shop”. It was my first day on the job at the Capitol. My mentor had hesitated a moment upon hearing my name, but with his offhand comment and a hearty handshake, he put me at ease. You see, DC lobbyists have this crazy ability of connecting with anybody: the falafel truck man, the senator of the...

When I visited Duke this past summer, I had only known the school by its breathtaking buildings and rigorous academic reputation. Nonetheless, seeing Duke firsthand gave me a new perspective. What stood out to me about Duke was its collaborative community and its unique, interdisciplinary programs. As someone with diverse academic interests, I love that students can combine different majors, minors, and certificates. In the Global Health FOCUS cluster, I could study both global cultures and health policy – blending two...