The information in this bulletin applies to the academic year 1999-2000 and is accurate and current, to the extent possible, as of January 1999. The university reserves the right to change programs of study, academic requirements, teaching staff, the calendar, and other matters described herein without prior notice, in accordance with established procedures.

Duke University recognizes and utilizes electronic mail as a medium for official communications. The university provides all students with e-mail accounts as well as access to e-mail services from public clusters if studentsdo not have personal computers of their own. All students are expected toaccess their e-mail accounts on a regular basis to check for and respond as necessary to such communications, just as they currently do with paper/postal service mail. For more information about these service, please contact the Office of Information Technology (OIT).

Duke University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation or preference, gender, or age in the administration of educational policies, admission policies, financial aid, employment, or any other university program or activity. It admits qualified students to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students. For further information, contact the Office of the Vice President for Institutional Equity at 919-684-8222.

Information that the university is required to make available under the StudentRight to Know and Campus Security Acts may be obtained from the Office of University Relations at 684-2823 or in writing to 615 Chapel Drive, Box 90563,Duke University, Durham, North Carolina 27708. See A Guide for Students, Faculty & Employees

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