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Our Stories: Centennial Oral Histories Program

Duke University’s Centennial Oral Histories Program is a series of 25, one-hour, videotaped interviews with former and current leaders of Duke University and Duke Health, during which they share memories of their time at Duke and their hopes for Duke’s future. The videos will be archived in Duke’s Archives as a permanent record and enduring legacy from Duke’s 100th anniversary.

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Centennial Oral Histories Program

Sally Robinson

Sally Robinson is a Duke alumna and former member of the Duke University Board of Trustees. In this interview with the Reverend Dr. Luke Powery, she discusses her history with Duke University that began over 80 years ago and her continued love for the university.

Centennial Oral Histories Program

Grant Hill

Grant Hill is a celebrated Duke alumnus, basketball legend, philanthropist, and Duke trustee. In this interview by Ann Pelham, a Duke alumna and member of the Board of Trustees, Grant talks about his family, his time at Duke, and what was said in the final huddle before the famous throw and shot in the 1992 eastern regional final game.

Sally Kornbluth Duke Centennial Oral Histories

Centennial Oral Histories Program

Sally Kornbluth, PhD

Sally Kornbluth is a renowned cell biologist. She served as Duke’s first female provost from 2014-2022. Today, she serves as president of MIT. She is interviewed by Dean Mary Klotman, executive vice president for health affairs, dean of the Duke University School of Medicine, and chief academic officer for Duke Health.

Centennial Oral Histories Program

Dr. Eugene Washington

Dr. Eugene Washington is Chancellor Emeritus for Health Affairs and former President and CEO of Duke University Health System. In this interview with Reverend Dr. Luke Powery, Dr. Washington talks about his tenure leading Duke Health and his enduring commitment to helping people and improving health.

Centennial Oral Histories Program

President Vincent Price

Vincent E. Price is the tenth and current president of Duke University. In this interview with Ann Pelham, a Duke alumna and member of the Board of Trustees, President Price reflects on his time at Duke and his hopes for Duke’s future.

Dr. Victor Dzau Duke Centennial Oral Histories

Centennial Oral Histories Program

Victor Dzau, MD

Dr. Victor Dzau is Chancellor Emeritus for Health Affairs and former President and CEO of Duke University Health System. He currently serves as President of the National Academy of Medicine. In this interview with Peter Feaver, Professor of Political Science and Public Policy, Dr. Dzau talks about his tenure leading an international health system and his thoughts on the future of health care.