Mystery behind Fisher Hall’s name reels in students

Emily Ambery | Staff Writer 02/04/2021 Fisher Hall, soon to be home to a consolidated School of Nursing, was purchased by the university in 1995 from the Fisher Scientific Company. For several years, the building has housed a variety of offices and programs. The layout of Fisher is known for being confusing, according to Tom White, the university archivist. “Fisher Hall is actually five smaller … Continue reading Mystery behind Fisher Hall’s name reels in students

DU teams with city to improve traffic safety

By Pat Higgins | Asst. Sports Editor The university’s Facilities Management Department teamed with Pittsburgh’s Department of Public Works to install new poles, traffic lights and pedestrian signals near the edge of campus around Lieberman Hall. In an effort to make the busy intersection near the edge of campus safer for both motorists and pedestrians, the department installed 13 poles, 20 traffic lights and 22 … Continue reading DU teams with city to improve traffic safety