Alvine extended through 2020-21 season

By Andrew Holman | Sports Editor Less than a year after becoming the first Duquesne women’s soccer coach to lead the program to an Atlantic 10 Championship and an NCAA tournament berth, head coach Al Alvine has earned a contract extension that keeps him on the ‘Bluff through the 2020-21 season. “Me and the whole staff have put a lot of work into this program … Continue reading Alvine extended through 2020-21 season

Ferry, Burt get new contracts amid AD search

By Natalie Fiorilli / The Duquesne Duke With the search for a new athletic director underway, not much is certain in the world of Duquesne sports these days, but some stability was reserved this week with the announcement of contract extensions handed to the men’s and women’s basketball coaches. The men’s team agreed to terms with Jim Ferry on Tuesday, followed by a similar announcement Wednesday … Continue reading Ferry, Burt get new contracts amid AD search

Former president Murray dies at 82

By Julian Routh | News Editor Former Duquesne president John R. Murray Jr., who led the University into the 21st century, died Wednesday at age 82. Murray, chancellor and law professor, served as Duquesne’s first lay president from 1988 to 2001. During that time, he oversaw an increase in enrollment at the University, a median SAT score increase of 50 points, a budget surplus and … Continue reading Former president Murray dies at 82