LibGuides: DKU Library Resources for DKU Staff: Getting Started

Overview

Welcome to the DKU Library Resources for DKU Staff guide!
This LibGuide is continuously updated and designed to support DKU administrative staff as life-long learners, whether for professional development, personal interests, or broader learning and exploration.

Here, you will find a curated collection of library resources that can help you grow in your role, expand your knowledge, and enrich your learning experience at DKU.

The library warmly welcomes you to reach out anytime for:
1. Research Consultation — for help with information searching, data needs, project exploration, or personal learning goals.
2. Resource Requests — for recommending books, tools, training materials, or resources that would support your work or interests.

We look forward to supporting your learning journey and working with you to build a vibrant, knowledge-rich DKU community. More information or consultation, please visit the DKU Library Website or dkulibrary@dukekunshan.edu.cn.

Partners

Duke University: A Brief Narrative History

Wuhan University History

Kunshan Municipal People's Government

Duke Kunshan University Overview

Duke Kunshan University (DKU), established in 2013, is a world-class liberal arts institution in Kunshan, China. It was established through a partnership between Duke University in the U.S. and Wuhan University in China. Known for its innovative, interdisciplinary academic programs and commitment to critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, DKU began admitting students in 2014 with graduate programs and a Global Learning Semester. In 2018, it launched its four-year undergraduate degree program, blending the liberal arts tradition with a global outlook. Situated in the Yangcheng Lake Science and Technology Park, the 200-acre high-tech campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including classrooms, housing, and recreational spaces that support a vibrant academic and student community.

The university’s mission is to prepare globally-minded leaders through an integrated, multi-disciplinary curriculum rooted in academic excellence, critical inquiry, cross-cultural understanding, and service. Its core principles include fostering curiosity, tolerance, ethical leadership, and a liberal arts pedagogy that emphasizes educational breadth and free inquiry. Duke Kunshan University is committed to diversity,equality, and inclusivity, creating a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who embrace open dialogue and mutual respect. Boasting partnerships with prestigious Duke University and Wuhan University, and located in the thriving industrial hub of Kunshan, the university offers students a unique combination of world-class education, cultural integration, and opportunities for global engagement.

The following link leads you to more detailed information about DKU: https://www.dukekunshan.edu.cn/about/welcome-to-duke-kunshan-university/.