The Office of Undergraduate Education aims to strengthen its relationships with North Carolina and the broader Carolina region, aligning with the vision established by James B. Duke. The division promotes educational equity and diversity of thought by partnering with Admissions and Financial Aid to recruit heterogeneous students to the University. Duke reinforces its commitment to access, equity, and academic excellence through impactful initiatives such as full tuition grants for North and South Carolina undergraduates and experiential learning opportunities. We maintain strong K-12 partnerships and collaborate with community-based organizations to inspire and empower future generations to pursue higher education and make a meaningful impact.
Jeremiah Walker
Program Director for Recruitment and Enrollment
Jeremiah Walker is joining us as the new Program Director for Recruitment and Enrollment. In this role, he will collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to ensure Duke’s transformative experiences are accessible to a diverse student body.
Jeremiah brings 20 years of experience in higher education, including the last 16 years dedicated to supporting Duke student-athletes in the academic support unit. Since 2021, he has served as the Executive Director of Academic Services at Duke. In this capacity, he led a team that was instrumental in helping students understand and navigate university policies, explore majors, and access resources and opportunities to enhance their academic journeys.
Since joining Duke University in 2008, Jeremiah has steadfastly advocated for student success. His research interests include program assessment, transitioning from high school to college, and the academic and social factors influencing student success.
Jeremiah holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Kentucky and a master's degree in Education from Marshall University.
Duke Carolinas (Limited-Income First-Gen Engagement) Coaches are Duke undergraduate students selected to represent the Office of Undergraduate Education (OUE) in community engagement. Coaches will work with high school students (grades 10-12), answering questions about the college admissions process, providing information about Duke, and promoting the values of higher education. Coaches will highlight Duke's commitment to inclusion and liberal arts education while fostering positive relationships with prospective students.