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Day of Giving: Sky’s the limit for giving back

by Zachary Petroff | staff writer Feb. 17, 2022 On Feb. 9, Duquesne University participated in its 7th Annual “Duquesne Day of Giving.” The university’s programs were able to raise a record-high $667,363 on 1,939 individual gifts, surpassing last year’s record by nearly $115,000.  A key reason for this year’s success were donors who issued nearly $280,000 in challenges. Generosity was the second key ingredient … Continue reading Day of Giving: Sky’s the limit for giving back

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Staff Editorial: The season of giving back to our communities

Staff Editorial Dec. 2, 2021 It’s time to exchange giving thanks for giving gifts, because the holiday season is in full swing. Already, people around the country are breaking out the credit cards and wrapping paper in preparation for yet another December amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. However, the supply chain can’t quite keep up with demands this holiday, with companies like the apparel store H&M … Continue reading Staff Editorial: The season of giving back to our communities

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Making the most of the holiday season: Giving back to the ‘Burgh

The Duke Staff Nov. 18, 2021 Organizations and charities in the Pittsburgh region are gearing up for the winter months ahead in hopes of helping disadvantaged communities in and around the city. Whether it be volunteering, donating or spreading the word, Duquesne students are able to get involved. All of the following organizations began operations for the season, and here’s how you can “do good” … Continue reading Making the most of the holiday season: Giving back to the ‘Burgh

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Service learning classes offer opportunity for engagement

By Jamie Crow & Madeline Bartos | Staff Writers 03/01/2018 Correction: A previous version of this article stated that Evans worked with Operation Safety Net. The correct name for the organization is Pittsburgh Mercy’s Operation Safety Net. If you’re looking for an opportunity to apply your education to the real world before graduation, there’s an opportunity to do just that on (and off) campus. Community-engaged learning … Continue reading Service learning classes offer opportunity for engagement

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