Gabrielle Douglas

Dec 2, 2024 | researchblog.duke.edu | Gabrielle Douglas

In Hanjie the rules are simple. In this game of logic and creativity, the players, often working on medium-sized grids of 225 squares, use numbers on the rows and columns as clues to determine which boxes to shade. At first, the prospect of seeing a beautiful picture seems almost unfathomable. However, through patience and collaboration from every corner of the page, these small seemingly random squares gradually come together to reveal a masterpiece—one square at a time.

Nov 15, 2024 | researchblog.duke.edu | Gabrielle Douglas

In an increasingly polarizing world, the discussion surrounding human rights remains at the forefront of all that we do as a society. People are becoming more aware, as, these days, violations are displayed right before our eyes. With a click of a button or a swipe of the thumb, people are able to see travesties occurring throughout all parts of the world.

Jul 2, 2024 | audible.com | Laura Sackton |Jeremy Fuchs |Stephen Curry |Gabrielle Douglas

Katie Ledecky is one of the most decorated swimmers in women's sports history. She's competed in London, Rio, and Tokyo, and she won her first gold medal at age 15 as the youngest member of the American team. She's since gone on to win six more golds, demonstrating that her drive, passion, and commitment to the sport are simply unparalleled. In this memoir, she opens up about what it takes to achieve such a high level of success.

Apr 15, 2024 | researchblog.duke.edu | Gabrielle Douglas

More than 40 years since its signing, the United States still has not ratified an international agreement known as the “constitution of the oceans.” In a webinar held April 2, two of the world’s leading ocean diplomacy scholars met to discuss its history, challenges, and the U.S.’s potential role in the future. The 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea was truly revolutionary for its time.

Apr 2, 2024 | researchblog.duke.edu | Gabrielle Douglas

In a society where it seems like the power to create meaningful change on climate concerns is concentrated in the hands of few, witnessing the youth attempt to counter this dynamic is always inspiring. Last week, members of Duke University’s Climate and Sustainability Office convened with students for a town hall meeting to discuss current progress, areas for improvement, and aspirations for the future.