Apply for the U.N. Climate Change Negotiations Practicum

Manoj Mohanan discusses the collaborative culture that drew him to Duke, the role interdisciplinary work can play in addressing complex challenges and his advice for students looking to make a difference.

This summer, 260 undergraduate and graduate students joined research teams through Duke’s +Programs, exploring questions ranging from AI ethics to climate change, documentary storytelling and public history.

Deadline: June 26, 2026. Duke students from all degree programs can apply for the Fall 2026 U.N. Climate Change Negotiations Practicum (ENVIRON 592/PUBPOL 592), culminating at COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye.