Political science class supports refugee children

Gabriella DiPietro | Asst. News Editor 03/22/18 Many college-level students are expected to complete assignments and readings outside of class, but Duquesne’s Politics of Immigration course has taken out-of-class work to the next level by branching out into the community. In this class, community engagement activities are integrated into the curriculum, where students volunteer at an after-school program organized by two community partners, including Jewish … Continue reading Political science class supports refugee children

Syrian speaker shares insights on refugees

By Casey Chafin | The Duquesne Duke A Pittsburgh resident from Syria recently spoke at a Duquesne event to address U.S. misconceptions about the Syrian refugee crisis and to criticize American presidential candidates for politicizing a humanitarian issue. Mais Haddad, a Syrian Christian, moved to the U.S. three years ago, and now works as a financial consultant in Pittsburgh. She was the speaker at a … Continue reading Syrian speaker shares insights on refugees