At DKU forum, educators ask what AI should not replace
Scholars, university leaders and educators gathered at Duke Kunshan University on April 24-25 for the 2026 Global Education Innovation Forum, where participants
explored the impact of AI, liberal arts education, critical thinking and the changing role of faculty. The forum’s theme was “The Future of Teaching: Judgment,
Authenticity, and Innovation in Asian Higher Education.”
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TEDxDKU 2026 invites audiences to rethink what matters
Held at DKU, TEDxDKU 2026 invited audiences to rethink what matters most through the theme “Disorders of Magnitude.” The student-organized event featured
speakers from the DKU community and beyond, who explored topics including AI ethics, environmentalism, caregiving, social impact and personal growth.
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DKU professor co-authors Lancet commentary calling for WHO reform
Shenglan Tang, co-director of DKU’s Global Health Research Center, has co-authored a commentary in The Lancet calling for far-reaching reform of the World
Health Organization. The article argues that recent global health crises have exposed structural weaknesses within WHO and proposes changes to help the
organization better address future challenges.
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DKU sustainability team receives Duke Climate Commitment Award
DKU’s Climate and Sustainability Initiative team has received the 2026 Duke Climate Commitment Award in recognition of its leadership in advancing campus
sustainability efforts. Since its launch in 2024, the initiative has strengthened coordination of sustainability efforts in education, research, operations and
engagement, while supporting student-led projects and campus-wide environmental programs.
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DKU wins second straight Sino-Foreign University Cup title
DKU successfully defended its Sino-Foreign University Cup title, securing first place in the overall standings for a second consecutive year. The achievement
reflects the dedication of DKU student-athletes, the university’s growing athletics program, and a vibrant campus culture built on teamwork, perseverance and
school spirit.
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DKU recognizes contributions to student life and academic support
DKU celebrated outstanding contributions to student life and academic excellence at its annual awards ceremony on April 24. The event recognized students,
faculty, staff and student organizations whose leadership, service and achievements have enriched the DKU community and advanced the university’s educational
mission.
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Designing AI policies in higher education: DKU CSCC closing event explores AI governance, teaching, and human development
On April 28, 2026, the DKU Center for the Study of Contemporary China hosted “Designing AI Policies in Higher Education: A Comparative Checklist for
Policymakers” at the Visitor Center, jointly supported by the Division of Social Science, the DKU Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), the DKU AI Club, and
the DKU Student Leaders Board (SLB). Drawing together external experts, faculty, student leaders, and audience participants, the closing event asked how
universities can navigate rapid technological change while upholding academic integrity, meaningful learning, and human development.
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DKU and GHII co-host the international forum on co-creating the future of global health with China MedTech
On April 9, 2026, the International Forum “Co-Creating the Future of Global Health with China MedTech” was held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center
(Shanghai). Organized by the Shanghai Global Health Innovation Institute and DKU, the event convened leaders from academia, industry, and research to explore
how medical device innovation can advance global health. Discussions focused on new opportunities, emerging technologies, and collaborative pathways, with a
shared goal of integrating “China Solutions” into global health governance.
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Language and Culture Center hosts a joint venture university program leaders symposium on EAP and writing in the age of AI
EAP and Writing program leaders from six joint venture universities gathered together at DKU in a symposium hosted by the Language and Culture Center (LCC) on
Saturday, April 11, to share perspectives on authenticity in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and writing programs in the age of generative AI. As the
keynote event of the Symposium, a panel brought together eight educators and leaders from EAP and writing programs at six joint-venture universities in China,
including NYU Shanghai, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Xi’an Jiaotong–Liverpool University, the University of Nottingham Ningbo China,
Wenzhou-Kean University, and DKU.
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Early heatwave exposure shapes long-term climate governance decisions
Dr. Jingbo Cui, associate professor at Duke Kunshan University’s Environmental Research Center, and his research partners have published a paper titled The
Enduring Impacts of Early Life Exposure to Heatwaves on Climate Governance online in Journal of Environmental Economics and Management, a leading international
journal of environmental economics. Based on comprehensive data of local government officials and extreme climate phenomena, the research establishes indicators
reflecting policymakers' early exposure to extreme high temperatures. It analyzes how traumatic experiences caused by extreme weather in early years influence
policymakers’ behavioral tendencies and long-term decision-making in climate governance.
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Poetry connecting DKU, Kunshan and the world
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Founding EVC Mary Bullock returns to DKU, reflects on a Life with China
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