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There are lots of research centers and programs at Sanford. From ethics and leadership, to food policy, to child and family policy to global health, the Sanford School has more than thirty groups focused on specific topics. Some opportunities are designed specifically for undergraduates.
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Suzanne Pierce is the Student Services Coordinator for the Public Policy Undergraduate Program. She has over 24 years of experience at Duke University working with undergraduate students.
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PUBLIC POLICY MAJORS UNION
The Majors Union is the official organization representing undergraduates at the Sanford School.
Terry Sanford Leadership Award
The Terry Sanford Leadership Award is the most prestigious undergraduate award awarded by the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University. The award is named in honor of Sanford’s founder, who was known for ethical leadership. Each year the award is given to one or two students who embody leadership.
Video: Terry Sanford Award Recipient
Abigail Bergan PPS'26
Abigail Bergan PPS'26 received the Terry Sanford Leadership Award for her work launching the American Grand Strategy Program’s Counterterrorism Lunches.
Video: Terry Sanford Award Recipient
Anastasia Crowley PPS'26
Anastasia Crowley PPS'26 received the Terry Sanford Leadership Award for her work in rural Uganda with the Women's Microfinance Initiative.