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Duquesne students get free access to museums

Liz Mantush | staff writer The Student Government Association launched the Museum Initiative last week, which allows all students to access four Pittsburgh-based museums free of charge. By showing their Duquesne ID, both undergraduate and graduate students can now take a free trip to the Kamin Science Center and Andy Warhol Museum located on the North Shore, and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and … Continue reading Duquesne students get free access to museums

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SGA Update

Ember Duke | layout editor At their final meeting of the semester the Student Government Association spoke at length about the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom and how university guidelines can be shaped in light of AI’s persistent existence. Faith Cook, president, and Braden Niles, vice president of academics said they spoke with Daria LaTorre, the vice provost of strategic initiative, to discuss … Continue reading SGA Update

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SGA Update: Three new Senators voted in

Ember Duke | layout editor In September, Sean Marshall, vice president of finance, announced his plan to increase the number of local businesses who offer discounts to Duquesne students. During Wednesday’s meeting, Marshall told SGA officials that the discounts would begin rolling out in the near future. Discounts will range from business to business. “One business may give 10% while another gives a free side,” … Continue reading SGA Update: Three new Senators voted in

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Student Government Update: LAMBDA renamed

Ember Duke | layout editor | At their Oct. 9 meeting, The Student Government Association swore in new senators, discussed progress on current initiatives and welcomed a guest presentation by the university marketing and communications department. New senators include: Olivia TobiczykEmma NeveKate RemaleyJackson HannaMwango Kasuba During the open forum, Sen. Nick Miller updated the council about his Ad Hoc transportation committee which was formed in … Continue reading Student Government Update: LAMBDA renamed

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A look into SGA Bylaws

Eliyahu Gasson | opinions editor The Student Government Association at Duquesne University is responsible for creating legislation that impacts the lives of students across campus. The South Side Shuttle, for example, is funded by the SGA and transports students between campus and the South Side Flats. One of the requirements of being an SGA senator is to take part in at least two of the … Continue reading A look into SGA Bylaws

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SGA seeks students and spreads the word

Mary Liz Flavin | news editor Sept. 16, 2021 Students gathered together in the School of Law, excited to address new concerns that arise from the student body.  Sunday September 12, the Student Government Association held their second meeting for the 2021-2022 school year.  The SGA is a student-led governing body at Duquesne University. It’s objective is to bring attention to problems and changes that … Continue reading SGA seeks students and spreads the word

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Letter to the Editor: Student Government disagrees with DU decision

02/18/2021 Members of the Student Body, I address you today concerning the decision regarding Mr. Gary Shank. In the days leading up to the release of this decision, I saw and heard your pain and outrage. As president of the Student Government Association, it is my responsibility to ensure that all students feel represented and heard at this university. That is why this past Friday, … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Student Government disagrees with DU decision

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Unoffical SGA election results are in, People’s Party victorious

Raymond Arke | News Editor 02/22/18 02/28/18: UPDATED WITH CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS The People’s Party delivered a clean sweep in the Feb. 20 student government elections, winning all three contested Student Government Association (SGA) executive board positions handily, according to the unofficial results. The unofficial results also suggested that student participation in this election was the highest of the past three years. For SGA President, Eric … Continue reading Unoffical SGA election results are in, People’s Party victorious

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SGA debate provides a look at the future

Ollie Gratzinger and Shivani Gosai | The Duquesne Duke 02/15/18 Coming eight days before polls open on Feb. 21, candidates running for election to the the Student Government Association (SGA) Executive Board met in the Pappert Lecture Hall to debate some of campus’ most important issues. Candidates competing for the position of SGA President include Eric Chatterjee (People’s Party), junior economics and philosophy double major, … Continue reading SGA debate provides a look at the future

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SGA preps for new semester of Duquesne events

Michael Marafino | Staff Writer 01/18/18 Students want their voices heard. The Student Government Association (SGA) allows students to vocalize their opinions and concerns and have them heard by the faculty and other committees. It acts as the bridge between the students and the Duquesne University Administration. Students from several schools of study at the university are able to represent the needs and concerns of … Continue reading SGA preps for new semester of Duquesne events

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