Duke MMS Student Blog

One of the best ways to get to know a new place is through its food.

Adjusting to life in Durham can feel like a big task, especially when you’re also starting a new program.

Durham is a city where the more you explore, the more its personality comes to life.

As someone who needs a cup of coffee to get the day started and loves the sounds of café when studying or catching up with friends, coffee shops are my favorite way to get a read on a city.

Climbing has always been my safe haven, and I am grateful that Fuqua actively supports me in sharing my passion with my classmates.

It’s back to college for many students in Fuqua’s Master of Management Studies program and the start already feels accelerating as well as exhilarating!

As someone who desperately needed this when I was searching for a place to live a year ago, I’ll be giving you details that I wish I had known when I was going through this process.

When I decided to travel to Durham at the start of the MMS program, I swore to myself that I will get out of my little bubble of comfort.

Shooters is not a monopoly. Yes, it might be the closest and most club-like establishment in Durham. However, there are so many other options for a fun night out that aren’t as widely circulated.

Before arriving in Durham I’m pretty sure my first Google Maps search was “Best food in Durham.” I am a passionate foodie, a two-year Yelp Elite member, and lover of all things boba.