Staff Editorial – The responsibility of companies during crises

by the editorial staff March 17, 2022 As more companies begin to pull their business from Russia in the wake of the Ukrainian invasion, it brings up the question of what corporations’ responsibilities are in the midst of a crisis. They are not governing bodies, so should they have any responsibility in global affairs? The influence of multinational corporations on the world stage continues to … Continue reading Staff Editorial – The responsibility of companies during crises

China: Not the savior we wanted, but the savior we need

3101/31/2019 By Alexander Wolfe | Staff Columnist Although Russian Orthodox Christmas was Jan. 7, Vladimir Putin continues to get presents beyond the second $3,000 jumpsuit I’m assuming he asked for. The American government just ended a month-long shutdown, the European Union seems to be foaming at the mouth to humiliate Theresa May and the Treasury Department appears to be lifting sanctions on yet another Russian … Continue reading China: Not the savior we wanted, but the savior we need

Bitcoin classes being offered at multiple universities

By Rachel Pierce | Staff Columnist 2/15/18 Duquesne University has an opportunity to jump on a growing trend, one predicted to take over the world: bitcoin. Universities like Princeton, Carnegie Mellon, Cornell and Duke have already began to offer courses on bitcoin, and the classes are maxing out fast. What is the appeal of bitcoin that seems to captivate students nationwide? Bitcoin, which is a … Continue reading Bitcoin classes being offered at multiple universities

Valentine’s Day consumerism on the decline

By Kaye Burnet | Editor-in-Chief The first months of 2017, filled with political turmoil and fear for many Americans, have not been a great start to a new year. So far, the world seems to be a tough place for more than a few people in 2017. But is there actually less love in the air today than there was exactly one year ago? Well, … Continue reading Valentine’s Day consumerism on the decline