Students Present Work from RGS Course
Duke students in Dr. Charmaine Royal’s Race, Genomics, and Society (RGS) course will share an innovative collection of original works that push the boundaries of how we understand the intersections of race and genetics. Drawing from data they collected from fellow Duke students, participants have transformed their research into creative expressions spanning collage, poetry, music, and film.
This event invites the Duke community to experience how empirical inquiry and artistic interpretation can work together to illuminate complex social and scientific questions. Through these multidisciplinary pieces, students explore persistent misconceptions about race and biology, reflect on the lived experiences represented in their data, and imagine more equitable approaches to genomics and society.
Dr. Royal’s course is grounded in the idea that grappling with the meaning of race in genomic research requires not only scientific literacy but also space for dialogue, reflection, and creativity. The student work on display embodies that philosophy, demonstrating how data, when thoughtfully interpreted, can inspire both critical insight and artistic expression.
All members of the Duke community are welcome to attend, engage with the students, and join the conversation.
Refreshments will be served.
The Ruby Lounge
December 3, 2025
5:30-7:30 pm