General Information

Alumni and friends are invited to the Alumni Homecoming Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Monday to kick off Convocation and Pastors’ School. Program highlights will include:

  • reunion class tables
  • recognition of the newest Half-Century Alumni from the class of 1957
  • and the presentation of the 2007 Distinguished Alumni Award.

Come, connect and celebrate Duke Divinity School with your friends and classmates. The cost is $12 per person. List of Alumni Participants.

Sign up for the Convocation Celebration at noon on Tuesday. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit with friends, meet new colleagues, and mingle with divinity school faculty during this casual luncheon. The cost is $12 per person.

Experience Daily Worship in Duke Chapel as an integral part of Convocation & Pastors’ School. Join us for Morning Prayer in Goodson Chapel on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.

Continuing Education Seminars will be offered on Monday and Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 p.m. Relish this opportunity for small-group learning with Duke faculty, invited guests and colleagues.  Space in seminars is limited, so be sure to register early.  One CEU will be awarded to registrants who attend a seminar and all lectures. The cost is $40 per person.

Everyone planning to attend Convocation & Pastors’ School must submit a Registration Form in advance with the appropriate fees. Registrations will be confirmed in writing and will include a detailed schedule, maps and additional event information. Submit completed registration form with registration fee no later than September 21, 2007. 

Duke University is committed to access to programs for persons with disabilities. If you anticipate needing accommodations or have questions about physical access, please contact 919-660-3448 in advance of the program.


Lodging

 

 

The hotels listed below offer special rates to Convocation & Pastors’ School participants. These rates are for single or double occupancy, and on a space-available basis and cannot be guaranteed after the cutoff date listed.

Reservations should be made directly with Durham motels or hotels, and to receive these special rates, be sure to refer to “Duke Divinity School - Convocation & Pastors’ School” when you call to reserve your room.

Comfort Inn: $74.99 nightly rate, plus applicable taxes. Call (919) 490-4949 by September 16.

Hampton Inn: $85.00 nightly rate, plus applicable taxes. Call (919) 471-6100 by September 7.

Hilton Durham: $109.00 nightly rate, plus applicable taxes. Call (919) 383-8033 by September 7.

An additional list of properties is provided for your information.