2025 DKU Invitational Successfully Held on September 27-28!
Kunshan, China – September 28 With the cheers of the crowd echoing across campus, 2025 Duke Kunshan University Invitational came to a successful close. Upholding the spirit of “Friendship through Sports,” the tournament brought together 606 student-athletes from DKU, Soochow University, Wuhan University, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, CUHK-Shenzhen and other sports clubs for two days of […]
Sara Salazar: Basketball is about Heart, Hustle, and Harmony
Sara Salazar, a Class of 2028 student from Houston, TX, USA, serves as co-captain of DKU’s Women’s Varsity Basketball Team. For Sara, basketball is more than just a sport—it embodies family, leadership, perseverance, and the drive to grow both on and off the court. Her dedication to the game and her team has shaped her […]
DKU Taiji Team Wins Top International Prize
Jiaozuo, Henan, China – September 21 The DKU Taiji Varsity team achieved remarkable success at the 12th China-Jiaozuo International Taijiquan Competition held from September 15 to 21 in Jiaozuo, Henan. The team made history by winning the first prize in this International Category A event for the first time, while also securing first and second […]
Dalia Guerrero Flores: Football is my lifelong love
Dalia Guerrero Flores, is an undergraduate in the class of 2026 from Mexico City, majoring in Global China Studies with a track in Political Science. She is a member of the DKU Women’s Football Team and usually gravitates toward the left or right wings, bringing versatility to the team. “Football is my lifelong love—I came […]
Yan Yifei: Focus And Determination Grew From Table Tennis
Yan Yifei, an undergraduate from Xuzhou City, Jiangsu province, is a class of 2028 student intended major in data science. He also served as the captain of Varsity Table Tennis team. “In courage I begin, in resolve I endure.” Yan Yifei, class of 2028, captain of the Varsity Table Tennis Team Q: When did you […]
DKU Wushu Bridges 2025: Fostering Community Ties Through Martial Arts
Kunshan, China – August 22 On August 22, With joint support from the DKU Athletics Department, the DKU Community-Based Learning (CBL) team, the Huzhou Wushu Bingdao Association, and the DKU Wushu Bingdao Club, teachers and students from Yacun Middle School in Huzhou, as well as students and parents from the Tinglin Social Work Station in […]
2025 DKU Athletics Awards Successfully Held on April 29 Concluding the Semester
Kunshan, China The 2025 DKU Athletics Awards Ceremony was held at the CCT Theater on April 29, celebrating the passion and achievements of DKU’s student-athletes. Hosted by Rachel Lee and Shang Wang, the event brought together teammates, coaches, faculty, and friends in a spirited evening that reflected the pride and unity of the DKU community. Opening Remarks […]
Duke Kunshan University’s 2025 Martial Arts Festival Wraps Up in Style!
Kunshan, China From April 18–19, Duke Kunshan University proudly hosted the 2025 Martial Arts Festival — a celebration of culture, strength, and tradition. Featuring martial arts demonstrations, interactive workshops, and the highly anticipated Judo Open Tournament, the festival brought the spirit of mixed martial arts to life while showcasing the power of athletic excellence. The […]
Martial Arts Elite Exchange between Wuhan University and Duke Kunshan University Concludes Successfully
Wuhan, China WUHAN, CHINA – On April 11, a martial arts exchange titled “Martial Arts Elite Exchange Competition” jointly held by Wuhan University and Duke Kunshan University was brought to a successful close at Wuhan University’s Wind and Rain Gymnasium. The event, themed “Integration and Friendship through Martial Arts,” aimed to deepen sports cooperation and […]
Bonnie Cabot: Football has Taught Me the Importance of Always Putting My Best Foot Forward and Being a Leader
Bonnie Cabot, an undergraduate from Washington D.C, is a class of 2025 student majoring in behavioral science with a track in neuroscience. She also served as the captain of the Women’s Varsity Football team, usually playing center midfield. “I tell my teammates before every game, ‘I don’t care if you make mistakes, I just care […]
