Free Lecture: “The Whites-Only Immigration Regime: 1896–1952”
Join us for an evening with historian Kelly Lytle Hernández, a leading scholars of race, migration and mass incarceration. In this public lecture, she will examine how U.S. federal authorities built and enforced a whites‑only immigration system between 1896 and 1952 — and how its legacy continues to shape immigration policy today.
Tuesday, February 10
Reception: 5:30 p.m. | Lecture: 6:30 p.m.
Become a Full Frame Fellow
Calling all Duke undergraduates! Apply now to become a Fellow at the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival and immerse yourself in one of the world’s premier documentary festivals — happening right here in Durham, April 16 – 19, 2026.
Enjoy exclusive access to screenings, Fellows-only sessions with filmmakers, and networking opportunities with industry professionals and peers from across the country.
Last year, 150 students from 15 universities participated — now it’s your turn! Application deadline: March 6, 2026, at 5 p.m
Program Spotlights
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
A premier showcase for nonfiction cinema, the 28th annual event runs April 16–19 and will screen dozens of groundbreaking documentaries.
Doc+ Summer Program
The newest summer “plus” program at Duke offers undergraduate students hands-on experience working on real-world documentary projects.
Literacy Through Photography
LTP continues its decades-long work with Durham Public Schools, connecting picture-making with writing and critical thinking.
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