Hogan to close for renovations in April

Nataley Davis | staff writer After 14 years of a mostly unchanged dining experience, Duquesne’s Rev. Sean Hogan Dining Center is closing for renovations on April 13. Students received an email on Feb. 10 saying that during the closures there will be expanded dining options across campus. Jaye Connolly, chairperson of Student Government Association’s Parkhurst Committee, said that restaurants on campus like Moonlit Burgers and … Continue reading Hogan to close for renovations in April

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Staff Editorial: What we really think about the library renovation

After endless days of loud construction and detours from the entrance of Gumberg Library, the fourth floor is finally complete. Opened last week, the redesign has been met with both criticism and praise. We believe that while the renovation was needed, the project made the fourth floor lose some of its character and authenticity. For starters, the lighting makes the floor feel too corporate. The … Continue reading Staff Editorial: What we really think about the library renovation

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The Fisher Hall Skywalk still remains closed to students as of Tuesday.

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Summertime construction continues into school year

Kaitlyn Hughes | news editor As Jake Rupert began classes for the accelerated second-degree nursing program at Duquesne, he said he arrived at a campus that was seemingly different from the one he toured. Instead, Rupert was greeted by construction projects, detours and long elevator lines. “It’s such a stressful time. When you are a new student, you want to rely on the campus the … Continue reading Summertime construction continues into school year

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Renovations in Palumbo create little change in Power Center

1/24/2018 Luke Schrum | Staff Writer Duquesne University’s A.J. Palumbo Center is set to undergo a comprehensive renovation project to modernize the athletic complex, which is home to Duquesne’s student-athlete training facilities, administrative offices for the athletic department and is host to Dukes basketball and volleyball games. Originally opened in 1988, the Palumbo Center has received periodic updates and renovations in the decades since. Those … Continue reading Renovations in Palumbo create little change in Power Center

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Rockwell Hall hopes to further renovations in 2019

Gabriella DiPietro | News Editor 08/23/18 Fundraising millions of dollars is an achievement that many groups and organizations dream of, but the business school managed to raise $7.5 million in only 10 months. Duquesne University’s Palumbo-Donahue School of Business has been renovating Rockwell Hall piece by piece since 2013 in order to adapt and grow alongside the ever-changing world of technology, and thanks to generous … Continue reading Rockwell Hall hopes to further renovations in 2019

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BREAKING: Duquesne announces new partnership for Brottier Hall

Raymond Arke | Editor-in-Chief 05/09/18 After initially revealing it was looking into working with third-parties on Brottier Hall last summer, Duquesne announced on May 9 that it has finalized the acquisition of the upperclassman apartment building. The deal, with Radnor Property Group and Harrison Street Real Estate Capital, includes plans to “modernize and renovate the property,” according to a university press release. The sale price … Continue reading BREAKING: Duquesne announces new partnership for Brottier Hall

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Former Macy’s building to be upscale apartments

Michael Marafino | Staff Writer 11/09/17 Innovation is propelling Pittsburgh into new realms of societal and technological development. Core Reality recently announced its partnership with Amazon in transforming the old Macy’s department store in Downtown Pittsburgh into apartments equipped with advanced technology, including voice command operating systems through Amazon’s product, Alexa. Amazon’s technology will enable residents to do several tasks, such as utilizing the television … Continue reading Former Macy’s building to be upscale apartments

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Spiritan Laval House gets renovations

Megan Garrett | Staff Writer Duquesne’s Laval House, a place of respite for Spiritans, has been anything but calm recently. That’s because a contractor is in the process of replacing the steps in front of the house, located on A-Walk. The project has been in progress for about two weeks. Duquesne’s Assistant Vice President and Chief Facilities Officer Rod Dobish said they found “structural issues” … Continue reading Spiritan Laval House gets renovations

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New councils, new look for business school

Kaye Burnet | Asst. News Editor The Dean of the Palumbo Donahue School of Business announced a series of future innovations for the school during a formal dinner on April 9. The changes include dramatic renovations to Rockwell Hall and the addition of two new advisory councils for the school. Dean McFarlin, business school dean since 2013, said the school is working with Duquesne’s Facilities … Continue reading New councils, new look for business school

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Commuter students enjoy renovated lounge

By Pat Higgins | Asst. Sports Editor Commuter students returned to campus Monday morning for the first day of classes to find a completely remodeled commuter center, part of a plan project manager and Duquesne graduate Greg Fuhrman oversaw this summer to bring the first floor of the student union up to date. A stark contrast from the concrete walls and bleak lighting students were … Continue reading Commuter students enjoy renovated lounge

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