Welcome to our communications toolkit! We designed this space to equip Sanford advocates with the tools to share your information about Sanford with your professional and social media networks. Everyone who is interested and invested in Sanford is invited to use this toolkit to make a difference. We are thankful to have such a strong network of alumni and friends who are willing to serve as ambassadors to help the school reach its mission! On behalf of Sanford, thank you for being our advocate and friend!

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All images can be saved and shared directly on LinkedIn or via email.

To downloadRight click on the image and select "save as." And then share the image! (Or view/download from Box.)

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Meet Manoj Mohanan, Sanford Interim Dean


 

Branding Materials

Want to share what a special place Sanford is? Download one of these handy graphics and share on social media! You can also share one of our videos!

 

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Why Sanford? Rigor and analysis, opportunities, excellence, impact, service opportunities.
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Sanford by the numbers

Featured Video

Duke Sanford: Outrageous Ambition

The Sanford School's founder, Terry Sanford, spoke often of the importance of outrageous ambitions. Here Sanford community members reflect on just what it means to have grand ambitions.

Featured Video

Inside the Sanford School Community

What's it like to be a student at Sanford? Take a look.


 

Alumni Engagement Materials

With 9,000 alumni in 100 countries, our network is strong and growing! Download one of these images to share with your networks, and invite folks in your network to support Sanford! There are lots of ways to get involved.

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Sanford alumni
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How to be a Sanford ambassador: let us know about Sanford alumni updates in your network; share speaker ideas and promote events; advocate, host, give
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Engage with us: Culture of philanthropy, lead by example in giving; volunteer; connect at events

What is Public Policy? 4 Students Explain

What Can You Do With a Public Policy Degree?


 

Program Materials 

We invite you to download one of these images and share information about our fantastic rankings and programs with your networks! Know someone who might be interested in one of our degree programs? Share a video with them!

 

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Sanford programs
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Major in public policy: Learn practical skills in analysis and action to make a difference; undergraduate major is one of the best in the nation, and among the largest at Duke.

Undergraduate Major in

Public Policy Studies

Master of

National Security Policy

Master of

Public Policy

PhD in

Public Policy

Master of

International Development Policy

Master of

Public Affairs


 

Degree Programs

Public policy undergraduate major

Rigorous coursework provides students skills in political and economic analysis, knowledge about how to lead people and organizations, and a strong ethical foundation for decision-making. As a liberal arts major, public policy studies teaches students to read critically, think analytically, and write concisely.

Master of Public Affairs

Our Master of Public Affairs (MPA) is an executive program open to practitioners with at least 7 years of experience in government, non-profit or philanthropic organizations, or private sector professions such as consulting or government affairs—or for professionals in other sectors seeking a transition into public affairs. The program can be completed in 15 to 18 months.

Master of Public Policy

Our two-year, professional Master of Public Policy (MPP) program offers students outstanding preparation for dynamic careers as analysts, leaders and managers at various levels of government, nonprofits and corporations – both domestically and internationally.

Master of International Development Policy

The Master of International Development Policy (MIDP) is a flexible interdisciplinary degree program focused on early to mid-career professionals who will dedicate their careers to policymaking and public service in developing countries. The program is run by the renowned Duke Sanford Center for International Development.

Master of National Security Policy

The Master of National Security Policy program is designed for those working in national security – government, military, defense or consulting  – to help advance your career and skills. The program is for those currently working in national security who have at least seven years of work experience.

PhD Program

The PhD in Public Policy at Duke University enables students to collaborate with Duke’s top-rated faculty in public policy and with Duke’s departments of economics, political science and sociology. Most students pursue research with the goal of working in domestic and international public agencies, research organizations and policy consulting firms. Others seek academic positions in public policy, public administration and policy-oriented schools. 

Executive Education

Mid-career and senior-level professionals enhance their skills on timely topics related to behavioral economics, cybersecurity leadership, corporate social responsibility and more. 


 

Recent News

The Sanford School is a place that is constantly buzzing with activity. Here are some of our recent news stories. Think people in your networks would be interested in a story? Click on the story, copy the URL, and share it with them! 

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