Student Leadership
Kathy Choi
Co-President
Class of 2009
Torrance, CA
Cultural Anthropology/Political Science Majors
History Minor
kathy.choi@duke.edu
As the Co-President of the Center for Race Relations, I lead the executive board and general student body of the organization. I coordinate and lead the development and ongoing activities of each of our five departments, and ensure that the day to day activities of the organization are functioning smoothly. Along with Trevor, I serve as the "face" of this organization, and serve as the representative to various university committees, administrators, and associated organizations. As President, I am committed to transforming the face of race relations at Duke, and I hope to lead the CRR with this vision for the remainder of my term and for years beyond.
Trevor Ostbye
Co-President
Class of 2009
Chapel Hill, NC
Public Policy Major
trevor.ostbye@duke.edu
It is a joy and a privilege to serve the Center for Race Relations in this capacity. Working alongside Kathy, it is my hope that our mission and vision will continue to spread to the silenced students on Duke's campus. In addition to allying ourselves with the oppressed, Kathy and I hope that groups and individuals will use the resources of the Center at their disposal when concerned about issues both on campus and in the greater community. We serve not just the members of our organization, but all students, faculty, and staff. Welcome to the Center for Race Relations' website. I hope you'll take a brief moment to familiarize yourself with who we are and what we do.
Ann Mathews
Co-Director, Academics/Peer-Education Training
Class of 2010
Queens, NY
International Comparative Studies/Economics Majors
ann.mathews@duke.edu
As Co-Director of Academics/Training, my duties lie in the organization, supervision, and coordination of House Courses for the spring and fall semesters. As a liaison between the numerous classes and the CRR, my responsibilities include searching for qualified individuals to teach the courses, faculty sponsors, coordinating an all House Course dialogue, encouraging students to participate, and any other tasks that develop during my time as co-director. I have many exciting ideas to share with the CRR and hope to increase public knowledge and awareness of this great organization!
Casey Williams
Co-Director, Academics/Peer-Education Training
Class of 2010
Fernandina Beach, FL
Program II (Queer Studies: Policy, Rights and Ethics of Dissimilarity)
casey.williams@duke.edu
As Co-Director of Academics/Training, I work with Ann to organize and lead the Peer-Education Training Sessions. The goal of these sessions is to help students develop their own leadership skills and facilitation techniques and to certify them as facilitators through the CRR. Once certified, students may facilitate discussions on race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality through DORRS (Dialogues on Race Relations) and retreats (Common Ground and Beneath the Blue). Please feel free to contact me or Ann with any questions about the Training Department!
Ying-Ying Lu
Co-Director, Dialogues on Race Relations
Class of 2010
Atlanta, GA
Public Policy Studies Major
Psychology and Philosophy Minors
yingying.lu@duke.edu
As Co-Director of Dialogues on Race Relations (DORRs) I work with Menelik to create innovative ways to discuss issues of identity and diversity within the campus community. We strive to bring myriad student perspectives together in a safe environment so that open, honest dialogue can take place. Our dialogues vary from campus-wide discussions to smaller dialogues specific to certain campus groups, and we are always accepting suggestions or ideas for events. Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions or comments.
Menelik Tefera
Co-Director, Dialogues on Race Relations
Class of 2009
Queens, NY
Public Policy Studies/Economics Majors
menelik.tefera@duke.edu
The DORRs program provides the opportunity for students to hear perspectives that are not often shared with people who do not agree with those perspectives. The importance of this function should not be understated, because understanding must serve as the catalyst for campus change. As Co-chair of DORRs, I work with Ying-Ying to facilitate discussions that will help the Duke community grow through the exchange of ideas.
Celeste Jackson
Co-Chair, Public Relations
Class of 2010
Langhorne, PA
Political Science Major
Cultural Anthropology Minor
Global Health Certificate
celeste.jackson@duke.edu
As Co-Chair of Public Relations, I promote the vision and increase of awareness of the Center for Race Relations. My goal is to promote engagement of pertinent issues regarding diversity across our campus. We are responsible for coordinating and publicizing the events of all branches of the CRR. Additionally, I will also encourage the utilization of the CRR as a resource for any persons or groups outside of the CRR seeking guidance in human relations.
Greisy Martinez
Co-Chair, Public Relations
Class of 2009
Valencia, Venezuela
Miami, FL
Political Science Major- International Relations concentration
Economics minor
Global Health certificate
greisy.martinez@duke.edu
Theresa Cho
Co-Director, Retreats
Class of 2009
Closter, NC
Public Policy Studies Major
theresa.cho@duke.edu
As co-directors of retreats, Kim and I will be planning and organizing our major retreat, Common Ground. This year will be the first time Common Ground is hosted both semesters, and we are excited about this new opportunity to extend the retreat to the spring. Our goal is to create a safe space for people from all backgrounds to openly and respectfully discuss the similarities and differences that exist amongst the members of the Duke community.
Kim Cocce
Co-Director, Retreats
Class of 2009
Barrington, RI
Biology/Spanish Majors
kimberly.cocce@duke.edu
Adya Baker
Co-Director, Students To Unite Duke
Class of 2009
Raleigh, NC
Political Science Major
African and African American Studies Minor
asb10@duke.edu
As Co-Director of STUD, I am looking forward to this opportunity to help facilitate the interaction of diverse students across our campus. STUDs aim is to break down barriers through social interactions in an effort to further the CRR's mission of creating a more inclusive environment. STUD is dedicated to bringing together student groups in various social settings ranging from large parties to smaller gatherings and outings. It is our goal to grow our student involvement and also to diversify the types of groups STUD works with. I am also looking forward to working with the rest of the executive board in our efforts to continue to strengthen the legacy of the CRR.
Christen Tingley
Co-Director, Students To Unite Duke
Class of 2009
Rochester, NY
Public Policy Studies/Economics Majors
christen.tingley@duke.edu
STUD is a multi-dimensional social organization with various aims to bridge communal, gender and sexual gaps between different groups on Duke's campus. With the group's limitless potential, I am directly responsible for the oversight and coordination of the events that directly relate to these issues. It is my goal to not only promote the ideas advocated by STUD, but also recruit new members into this amazing organization that promotes unity through understanding and interaction.
Lucas Lallinger
Secretary/Treasurer
Class of 2011
Chapel Hill, NC
Undecided Major
lucas.lallinger@duke.edu
As secretary/treasurer, I take notes at our weekly executive board meetings. I hope to keep our members informed of all the exciting activities we're planning. Additionally, I will perform other administrative tasks to keep the CRR running smoothly. I am also responsible for writing and finding grants, keeping a detailed budget, and issuing refunds to students who front money for programs.
Lydia Yao
Webmaster
Class of 2009
Arcadia, CA
Economics/Statistics Majors
Math Minor
lydia.yao@duke.edu
As the Webmaster for the CRR, it is my duty to ensure that the website is up to date, informing the community in regards to the plans and upcoming events of the CRR. Please contact me with any broken links or incorrect information.
Cameron Howard
Historian
Class of 2009
Winston-Salem, NC
English Major
History and Art History Minors
cameron.howard@duke.edu
As Historian I am responsible for creating a record of the Center's activities. I compile and organize evaluation forms of events, meeting minutes, grant applications, items in the press, pictures etc., of the different departments within CRR. I keep hard copies and electronic copies of all CRR documents. I am excited and honored to be part of this great organization!