Congratulations to the 2025 Duke Bass Chairs

Bass Chair honorees 2025

In a ceremony hosted by President Price, Provost Gallimore, and Vice Provost Watts Smith, Drs. Jasmine Cobb (AAAS), Brian McAdoo (NSoE), Tamika Nunley (History), Phia Salter (Psychology), and Gustavo Silva (Biology), have been awarded the prestigious Bass Chairs. This honor recognizes their contributions to undergraduate teaching and research. Members of the Bass Society of Fellows hold a named professor title for a five-year term, along with lifelong recognition as Bass Fellows. See the full story and profiles highlighting their research and educational accomplishments here.