On-campus students deserve recreation too

Staff Editorial The past two weekends have outlined a disparity between Duquesne students simply by looking out a window on campus. Homecoming and Family Weekend was two weeks ago. Campus was flooded with people for a football game, an alumni fair and more. Last weekend was the exact opposite. It was a normal weekend at Duquesne — a tumble weed could roll down Academic Walk … Continue reading On-campus students deserve recreation too

Murder Mystery Party sleuths solve crime in NiteSpot

by Nicholas Zotos | staff writer March 13, 2022 Food, friends and mystery made for a thrilling combination of events Friday night when students from across campus gathered in the Union to participate in a murder myster night.  The event was hosted by Phi Sigma Lambda, Duquesne’s professional forensics fraternity. Students honed their forensic skills with a fake crime scene, clues and a fun-filled night. … Continue reading Murder Mystery Party sleuths solve crime in NiteSpot

Harry Potter Week brings students riddikulus amounts of fun

Emily Ambery | Staff Writer 10/29/2020 This week, Duquesne students waved their wands, cast their spells and made their potions as they participated in the Honors College’s annual Harry Potter celebration. Despite the restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the wizards and witches at Duquesne were able to safely celebrate the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Over the course of the week, the Honors College … Continue reading Harry Potter Week brings students riddikulus amounts of fun

Spring 2018: Events and activities to expect this semester

01/11/2018 By Ollie Gratzinger | Features Editor Welcome back to the Bluff! With winter break now a thing of the past, the time has come to pack away your sugarplum dreams, bundle up and brave the new year. But worry not! When stress levels call for an intermission in studying and you find yourself seeking refuge from all things academic, a plethora of events can … Continue reading Spring 2018: Events and activities to expect this semester

Duquesne musts: Campus’ best ways to get involved

Leah Devorak | Editor-in-Chief Starting college is a daunting task. Moving into a dorm and leaving your family behind is bad enough, but it only gets tougher from there. With loaded schedules, difficult classes and so much reading and studying, it’s hard to even find time to breathe. OK, so that’s a huge exaggeration. Lucky for you, freshman year is by far the easiest one … Continue reading Duquesne musts: Campus’ best ways to get involved

Spring 2017 Duquesne Events Preview

By Ollie Gratzinger | Asst. Features Editor As the holidays wind down and the spring semester sets in, it’s time to kiss candy canes and sleeping ‘till noon goodbye. Those responsibilities you’ve been ignoring for the past month are coming back with a vengeance, and textbooks sure aren’t going to read themselves. But fear not — as life returns to its normal, routine pace and … Continue reading Spring 2017 Duquesne Events Preview

Spring 2016 Duquesne Events Preview

By Seth Culp-Ressler | Features Editor While it may not feel like the season ever even started, as of yesterday, yet another winter break has been relegated to the history books. Classes are back in full swing, and the multitudes of events to be found around campus are back as well. From milkshake nights to comedians to ping pong tournaments, the schedule is as diverse and … Continue reading Spring 2016 Duquesne Events Preview

Duquesne on zero dollars a day

By: Kaye Burnet | The Duquesne Duke I wake a few minutes earlier than usual, get ready for the day and scurry toward the Assumption Hall lobby. When I enter, boxes of fresh donuts and steaming thermoses of hot chocolate and coffee greet me. The best part is: this breakfast won’t cost me a thing. After receiving the millionth “Advice and a Slice” email from … Continue reading Duquesne on zero dollars a day