Peyton Harris | Staff Contributor 03/25/2021 Fashion has greatly evolved over the last century, and even more so in the last 50 years, thanks to industrialization and the introduction of new textile materials. One newer aspect of fashion, known as fast fashion, is defined by the Oxford English Dictionary as “inexpensive clothing produced rapidly by mass-market retailers in response to the latest trends.” While fast … Continue reading A trend is not worth the waste
Carissa Haslam | Ad Manager 09/24/2020 Imagine getting rid of every item of clothing you own except for your 33 favorites. This is the challenge presented by minimalist fashion trend, Project 333. In a world of overflowing closets, Project 333 proves that less really is more. For decades, American consumerist culture has been preaching a consistent message: the more you have, the happier you’ll be. … Continue reading Project 333 brings more joy with less clothes
Katia Faroun | Features Editor 09/24/2020 A lot can change in two centuries — since 1820, the world has seen the invention of electricity, cars and the iPhone. And two centuries from now, there may be little to no traces of our current civilization — save for some Forever 21 miniskirts and Shein bathing suits. The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries … Continue reading Throw your clothes in the drawer, not the landfill
Michael Marafino | Staff Writer 10/05/17 As of Sept. 27, Duquesne University is recognized by The Princeton Review for its grand efforts toward environmental sustainability. It was recognized in the article Guide to 375 Green Colleges. Duquesne was commended for its policies on campus, environmental goals and career options in environmental science, environmental management and ecology. According to The Princeton Review’s website, the rankings are … Continue reading Duquesne lauded for campus sustainability
Anna Walnoha | Staff Writer If you live in or around the Pittsburgh area and find yourself in need of something to do, you’ll find that there is no shortage of activities to fill the time. Pittsburgh is a lively city with exciting attractions for every age, but sometimes it’s nice to just have a laid back day with yourself or family. Besides, if you’re … Continue reading Farmers markets show perks of sustainability, local business
By Gigi Jeddi | The Duquesne Duke Duquesne’s Masters of Business Administration with a Sustainability Focus is the 4th best MBA program in the United States and 10th best in the world, according to recent rankings in Corporate Knights Magazine. Diane Ramos, associate director of graduate business programs, teaches outreach classes for the program. The sustainability MBA launched in 2007 and was an immediate success, … Continue reading DU Sustainability MBA program ranked
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