DORRs Case Studies
Interfraternal Dialogue Series
This past January, the Center for Race Relations facilitated an Interfraternal Dialogue Series. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and Kappa Alpha Psi, two traditionally black fraternities, met with the brothers of the Kappa Alpha Order and Sigma Nu, two traditionally white fraternities, to discuss the racial climate at Duke.
“It was extremely valuable. Got a lot of my questions answered.”
The following statements are anonymous quotes taken from the program evaluations from the dialogue between Alpha Phi Alpha and Kappa Alpha:
"[What I found to be valuable was the] interaction with Kappa Alpha, genuine opinions, and [the ability to] reflect upon myself."
"Just the opportunity to discuss issues of race in a safe environment."
"[This dialogue] gave me the chance to communicate with a group I might not have and let me hear how they actually feel."
"[I enjoyed] everyone being honest and comfortable with their opinions. Everything went well. An hour wasn't enough!"
Sisters Beneath the Skin
Tiffany Webber had her first experience with Dialogues on Race Relations last semester during the "Sisters Beneath the Skin" Dialogue that focused on the relationship between black and white women.
“The women’s dialogue was the perfect setting for really getting to know women from all backgrounds that I normally wouldn’t just go up to talk to...”
"I don't know what it was, but as soon as I got there, I felt perfectly comfortable in that environment. I love the way everyone came with an attitude of wanting to learn about others and listen to what they had to say."