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Bridges connect past and present in Pittsburgh

Josh Imhof | features editor As Pittsburghers make their morning commute by car, bus, bike and more, some may ask themselves a fleeting question: How did people get around before all of this? While there are now paved, albeit pothole-ridden roads and sidewalks, Pittsburgh used to be a difficult-to-navigate combination of woods, foothills and rivers. These valleys and obstacles still exist, but they are now … Continue reading Bridges connect past and present in Pittsburgh

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Orange is the new black and gold: Smalls finds groove

Josh Imhof | features editor As the last of the Light Up Night fireworks exploded over the Clemente Bridge on Nov. 22, a different kind of spectacle began to capture the attention of the crowd. While thousands of attendees headedhome, some began to gather outside of the Byham Theater to watch a man in an orange jacket emphatically sing into a microphone. “Ain’t no party … Continue reading Orange is the new black and gold: Smalls finds groove

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Duquesne studio ensemble performs live concert

Liz Mantush | staff writer The Mary Pappert School of Music boasts a nationally ranked program for students, whether their interests are music therapy, technology or performance. This program was on display last Friday when the studio ensemble class performed at Red Caiman Studios. Through the event, students are able to showcase their talents to the Duquesne community, alumni and the general public. Normally, the … Continue reading Duquesne studio ensemble performs live concert

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40 years of Lyn: Librarian celebrates milestone

Kaitlyn Hughes | news editor Lyn Dutertre has seen Gumberg Library from many different perspectives. She saw the library when the floors were filled with stacks of books, and when computers took over the research process. She’s seen fashion trends come and go, like when she used to show up with big, hairsprayed up-dos and 6-inch heels, which she traded for a pair of sneakers … Continue reading 40 years of Lyn: Librarian celebrates milestone

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New student clubs prepare for next semester

Nataley Davis | staff writer As the semester comes to an end, 30 new clubs and student organizations have begun to prepare for meetings next semester after their approval by the Student Government Association on Nov. 19. The approval marks the end of a long process that each new club must go through. Founders of new student organizations must submit a constitution outlining their group’s … Continue reading New student clubs prepare for next semester

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Gallery: Jurassics and jingle bells at Phipp’s Conservatory

Josh Imhof | features editor Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens have opened their “Garden Railroad: the Age of Dinosaurs” and “Phipps Holiday Magic” exhibits for the winter season. “Age of Dinosaurs” combines lush plant life with dinosaur miniatures, taking guests through the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. “Holiday Magic” takes guests outside into the Pittsburgh night in a walk-through light exhibit. Josh Imhof can be … Continue reading Gallery: Jurassics and jingle bells at Phipp’s Conservatory

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Ford bridges gap between community and police

Eliyahu Gasson | editor-in-chief When Leon Ford talks about his mission for Pittsburgh, he begins with a simple idea — people thrive when they feel safe. “My goal at the moment here in Pittsburgh is to help make Pittsburgh a more prosperous city for everyone. And one way I envision doing that is by increasing public safety,” he said. Ford survived being shot five times … Continue reading Ford bridges gap between community and police

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Miss Duquesne pageant benefits Make-a-Wish

Rowan DuBois | staff writer Duquesne alumna Katie Knisley was 37-weeks pregnant with her son when she first heard the news. Her husband Kyle brought their daughter, Annie, to a doctor’s appointment because she hadn’t been producing tears when she cried. “The doctors came in and basically told him to sit down because the news was going to be hard to hear,” said Knisley. Annie … Continue reading Miss Duquesne pageant benefits Make-a-Wish

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Palm to palm, veterans share stories at breakfast

Josh Imhof | features editor As dozens of veterans, their families and supporters crammed into the Duquesne Union Ballroom, an anticipatory silence hung in the air. The people were standing, the veterans were saluting, but no one was singing the national anthem — the performer never arrived. Suddenly, University Chaplain Bill Christy, a veteran himself, began to sing from the wings. Then another voice joined … Continue reading Palm to palm, veterans share stories at breakfast

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Editors reflect on experiences with Patterson

Kaitlyn Hughes | news editor You never realize how much someone impacted your life until you get a chance to think about it. But with Maggie Jones Patterson, the influence she had on other people was always evident. Every time I met a former journalism student from Duquesne, their faces would instantly light up with a smile as they thought about her. From her thoughtful … Continue reading Editors reflect on experiences with Patterson

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