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Meet the candidates for SGA executive board

Elizabeth Mantush | staff writer This year the Culture Party, led by Mwango Kasuba, and the Mission Forward Party, led by Mary Paternoster, are running head to head in this year’s Student Government Association’s executive board elections which will be held on Wednesday. The Duke asked candidates from each party to share their goals for the future of Duquesne. Culture Party The stated goal of … Continue reading Meet the candidates for SGA executive board

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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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Holistic Health Day helps students before they hit hiatus

by Mary Liz Flavin | news editor March 3, 2022 On Monday, Student Life and the Division of Mission and Identity teamed up together to create Holistic Health Day, a day filled with activities meant to help students take a break from the stress of midterms as well as treat their overall mind, body and spirit.  Events such as Fill Your Spirit Tank (& Stomach): … Continue reading Holistic Health Day helps students before they hit hiatus

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University announces Fall 2021 plans

Baylee Martin | Staff Writer 03/25/2021   Duquesne has announced its official plan for full on-campus learning and regular student life operations to return in the fall 2021 semester.  According to an email sent to all students Monday, March 22, the safety precautions put in place over the last year, and those that will be in effect over this coming summer semester at the university … Continue reading University announces Fall 2021 plans

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Resources and advice for transfer students at DU

Krystina Primack | Staff Writer 10/12/17 Well, fellow Dukes, it’s that time of year again. The weather doesn’t know the meaning of consistency, pumpkin-spice mania has returned in full swing and, most prominently, Duquesne’s newest students have been set free on campus, ready to explore, make friends and, of course, ace their classes. I’m proud to say that I’m one of those new students — … Continue reading Resources and advice for transfer students at DU

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Blast from the past: How WWII affected The Duke

By Jamie Crow | Staff Writer “Buy Bonds and Pray for Peace.” That was the request that the Duquesne Durational made in its second issue, published on July 30, 1943. The Duquesne Durational took the place of The Duquesne Duke during World War II, and the issues published over its four-year duration give an interesting snapshot of the time period. Because of the war, enrollment … Continue reading Blast from the past: How WWII affected The Duke

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Incoming VP Stalker abdicates, SGA to hold special election

Brandon Addeo | News Editor Kevin Stalker, the former incoming Student Government Association Executive Vice President of Student Life, voluntarily withdrew his nomination March 24, two days before Sunday’s confirmation hearing for the new SGA executive board. Stalker, who is facing multiple criminal charges, sent an email with his decision to step down to the SGA Election Board, according to board chairman Tyler McCardell. “The SGA Election Board … Continue reading Incoming VP Stalker abdicates, SGA to hold special election

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Incoming SGA Vice President arrested for assault, escaping custody

Brandon Addeo and Raymond Arke | The Duquesne Duke See the full story on Stalker’s arrest here. UPDATE: 5/11/17 All three charges against Stalker were dropped and the case is closed. UPDATE: 4/27/17 Stalker’s preliminary hearing has been rescheduled for May 11. UPDATE: 3/24/17 Stalker abdicated his position today, and the SGA will hold a special election to fill the vacant position. Read more here. UPDATE: 3/21/17 … Continue reading Incoming SGA Vice President arrested for assault, escaping custody

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Frizzell named new student life VP

By Kaye Burnet |Asst. News Editor Douglas Frizzell will take office as Duquesne’s new vice president of student life July 1, replacing the Rev. Father Hogan, who has held the position for almost 30 years. Frizzell, 53, went through a hiring process that involved video conference call interviews, a visit to the campus and meeting with several student organizations. He is currently the vice president … Continue reading Frizzell named new student life VP

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Father Hogan to step down: New challenges await long-time Duquesne VP

By Julian Routh and Brandon Addeo | The Duquesne Duke There are not many free spots on the Rev. Sean Hogan’s calendar. That’s the way it has been for 26 years since he took over as vice president for student life, and that’s the way he wants it to continue. “I’m not a person to twiddle my thumbs,” he said. “I don’t think I could … Continue reading Father Hogan to step down: New challenges await long-time Duquesne VP

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