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Pittsburgh religious leaders react to acts of violence

Josh Imhof | features editor After working in public safety for over 40 years, Alan Hausman, received a notification on his pager he had never seen before. The words “active shooter” flashed across the screen. The location was the Tree of Life Congregation. It was a Saturday, and Hausman, who is the president of the congregation, was picking pumpkins in Strasburg, Pennsylvania, about four hours … Continue reading Pittsburgh religious leaders react to acts of violence

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Lexicon Art Show returns after pandemic hiatus

Charlotte Shields-Rossi | staff writer Poets, painters, photographers, sculptors and other creatives all gathered in the Africa Room on Tuesday to showcase their talents at Lexicon’s annual Art Show. The atmosphere was relaxed. Soft piano music played in the background, the tables were lit with candles and artists patiently waited for attendees to approach them and view their art. One of those artists was Linda … Continue reading Lexicon Art Show returns after pandemic hiatus

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‘Nerds of Trust’: Experts talk politics and health care

Megan Trotter | news editor | As this year’s flu season begins to flourish, Duquesne professors examined how politics has intersected with science and health care in recent years and led to an overwhelming issue – public distrust in scientists. On Wednesday, The National Library of Medicine exhibit held its final event, a webinar, as part of an ongoing “The Politics of Yellow Fever in … Continue reading ‘Nerds of Trust’: Experts talk politics and health care

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The future of American public health is looking up

by Colleen Hammond | editor-in-chief April 7, 2022 As Covid-19 cases decline across the country (likely temporarily), society begins to take a collective breath to reflect on the destruction the pandemic has caused over the past two years. With the scratch of the head, many find themselves asking, “How could this have happened? Where did we go wrong?”  The answer: There is plenty of blame … Continue reading The future of American public health is looking up

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University considers altering mask requirements

by Luke Henne | sports editor March 17, 2022 With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently updating its guidance on wearing masks to combat the spread of Covid-19, it’s expected that masking while on Duquesne’s campus will no longer be required in most circumstances, starting soon. In a release sent to students and faculty on March 4, the university said that it … Continue reading University considers altering mask requirements

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Covid-19 Update

Zoe Stratos | opinions editor Oct. 14, 2021 As of Oct. 11, 94% of full-time students who come to campus have either been vaccinated or has been declared  from the university’s  Covid-19 policy. The university sent out a press release to share the news and thank students for “contributing to the goal of creating a safe environment in which you can pursue your educational goals.” … Continue reading Covid-19 Update

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Webinar sheds light on mental health during the pandemic

Christiana Cates | staff writer Oct. 14, 2021 The Global Public Health Speaker Series hosted by The Center for African Studies held a virtual webinar on Wed. Oct. 13, featuring Clinical Assistant professor and director of the psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner program at Duquesne University, Dr. Marie Smith- East.  The webinar titled “Global Mental Health and the Covid-19 Pandemic” featured endowed chair and director at … Continue reading Webinar sheds light on mental health during the pandemic

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A shot in the right direction: the case for vaccines

Andrew Cummings | multimedia editor Sept. 16, 2021 Should I get a vaccine?  This has been the most pressing question for everyone amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.  I think that people should choose to get vaccinated. The first point to address is for people who aren’t in a risk group and think they’re healthy enough to weather Covid-19 without a vaccine. While it is possible that … Continue reading A shot in the right direction: the case for vaccines

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Music school provides music to the ear during COVID

Emma Polen | staff writer 4/15/21 COVID-19 changed a lot about how musicians are able to perform. Duquesne’s Mary Pappert School of Music, with the help of its supportive staff and driven student body, has continued to share music with the world in creative ways. Music is both a very personal and very public experience, and musicians are innovating new techniques for reaching people on … Continue reading Music school provides music to the ear during COVID

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Duquesne’s Red Masquers return to live theatre

Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor 3/25/21 Live theatre is back, and Duquesne’s Red Masquers couldn’t be more excited. From March 18-20 at 8 p.m., the theatre group performed The Pittsburgh Monologue Project — a show inspired by true events, told by select residents of Pittsburgh. This show was a long-lasting tradition when technical director Justin Sines was in his undergrad from 2007-2011, occurring once a … Continue reading Duquesne’s Red Masquers return to live theatre

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