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Duquesne community mourns shooting victims as U.S. President visits city

Raymond Arke | Editor-in-Chief 11/01/18 This story initially ran online on Oct. 27 under the title “At least 11 killed in shooting at Pittsburgh synagogue, Duquesne ‘devastated and terribly saddened.’” It has been updated with the latest information, including coverage of Duquesne’s inter-faith service and President Trump’s visit. Early on Saturday morning, a gunman entered the Tree of Life Synagogue in Squirrel Hill killing at … Continue reading Duquesne community mourns shooting victims as U.S. President visits city

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Duquesne hosts the first National Conference on the First Amendment

Raymond Arke | Editor-in-Chief & Kailey Love | Managing Editor 10/25/2018 “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” These words, first written in 1787 as the first … Continue reading Duquesne hosts the first National Conference on the First Amendment

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Dominica prime minister receives honorary degree from DU

Kellen Stepler | Staff Writer 10/25/2018 An honorary degree, or honoris causa in Latin meaning “for the sake of the honor,” is a degree that recognizes a distinguished person for their accomplishments in society. So it was to no surprise that on Tuesday, Oct. 16, Roosevelt Skerrit, prime minister of Dominica, was the recipient of an honorary degree from Duquesne University President, Ken Gormley. The … Continue reading Dominica prime minister receives honorary degree from DU

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Duquesne announces “transformation” of Palumbo Center into the new UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse

Raymond Arke | Editor-in-Chief 10/23/18 Duquesne University, donors and public officials celebrated the announcement of the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse, set to replace the existing A.J. Palumbo Center, at a special event on Oct. 23. The extensive renovations of the arena will begin in March 2019. The new Fieldhouse will feature a radically different and modernized facade, new concession and team shop areas, premium seating options, … Continue reading Duquesne announces “transformation” of Palumbo Center into the new UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse

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University celebrates Heritage Week

Meredith Blakely | Staff Writer 10/04/2018 Heritage Week is a three-day yearly event that celebrates all things Duquesne. Duquesne University was founded 140 years ago on Oct. 1, 1878. This year marks the 6th annual Heritage Week that commemorates Duquesne’s birthday and the university’s Catholic Spiritan heritage. Each year, Duquesne celebrates Heritage Week beginning on Monday, Oct. 1 and concluding on Wednesday, Oct 3. These … Continue reading University celebrates Heritage Week

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Duquesne launches August Wilson Fellowship program

Liza Zulick | Staff Writer 10/04/2018 A $5 million fundraising effort, led by actor Denzel Washington, took place on Sept. 26 at the August Wilson House in the Hill District. Efforts were organized for the renovation of the playwright’s childhood home. Duquesne University President Ken Gormley joined Washington in a groundblessing ceremony before the celebration began. Since 2011, Duquesne’s Honors College has partnered with the … Continue reading Duquesne launches August Wilson Fellowship program

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DU receives Woodrow Wilson Foundation grant

Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor 09/27/2018 On Sept. 11, Duquesne University announced that it would be one of three institutions in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to receive a grant from the Woodrow Wilson Foundation. Created in 1945, the Woodrow Wilson Foundation originally served to “attract veterans back to academic careers,” according to its website. Over time, the foundation has also come to focus on recruiting … Continue reading DU receives Woodrow Wilson Foundation grant

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New forensic science lab opens in Duquesne’s Fisher Hall

Luke Schrum | Staff Writer 09/27/2018 A classroom in the Fisher Hall annex has a new look this school year – the former traditional classroom space is now home to a state-of-the-art, 24-seat forensic science teaching and lab space being used by the Masters of Science Program in Forensic Science and Law. The program was established 14 years ago and has grown steadily – currently … Continue reading New forensic science lab opens in Duquesne’s Fisher Hall

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Gormley named to NCAA committee

Kailey Love | Managing Editor 09/13/2018 Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has been appointed to the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee (MOIC) for a term of three years, effective immediately following his appointment on Sept. 5. “I am honored to serve in this important role and grateful for the opportunity,” Gormley said. “I look forward to serving as an advocate … Continue reading Gormley named to NCAA committee

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DU alumus named president at neighboring university

Gabriella DiPietro | News Editor 09/06/2018 Duquesne University strives to properly prepare individuals for their future by teaching, guiding and influencing students at the college level. Now, a DU alumnus is hoping to do the same at a neighboring university. Michael P. Mihalyo Jr. was selected by the Board of Trustees at Wheeling Jesuit University (WJU) in Wheeling, West Virginia, to serve as the 12th … Continue reading DU alumus named president at neighboring university

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