Gwendolyn Sobkowiak | staff writer I would live out of my backpack if I could. My family is from Pittsburgh but we didn’t really spend too much time here, when I was growing up. We were always out of town, traveling for my mom’s business. I caught the travel bug when I was 2 years old, thanks to her. Before I was born, my parents … Continue reading Finding the whole world in my backpack
Gwendolyn Sobkowiak | staff writer When we talk about studying abroad at Duquesne, a lot of people immediately think about Rome or Dublin, and those are lovely programs, and I’ve heard such great stories from friends who went. But what I really want you to know is that there is quite literally a world of opportunities for you to pursue. If you have the chance, … Continue reading My college experience with foreign affairs
Zoe Stratos | Staff Writer 03/25/2021 COVID-19 policies are changing over the Easter weekend, and with Gov. Tom Wolf’s recent loosening travel restrictions, Duquesne students are weighing their options of going home for the holiday. On March 1, the Pennsylvania issues revised COVID-19 travel and occupancy guidelines, with the biggest being the elimination of travel restrictions. This means that people who travel in and … Continue reading Travel restrictions ease, students contemplate COVID Easter break
03/22/2018 By Rachel Pierce | Staff Columnist Many of us remember the images of the bloodied Dr. David Dao, who was dragged from a United Airlines flight last year. This time, it’s not humans United Airlines put in danger. The victims are furry with four paws. Catalina Robledo boarded her flight on March 12 with her daughter and 10-month -old French Bulldog, Kokito. When she … Continue reading Dog killed on United Airlines flight sparks outcry
While many students are perfectly content to stay home and get some well-needed rest during Spring Break, just as many use the time as an opportunity to travel. Whether it be a beach getaway, a road trip or a study abroad course, there are plenty of options available for students — both through Duquesne and other outside organizations. This year, three Duquesne students volunteered to … Continue reading Duquesne students go far and wide for Spring Break 2018
By Claudia Hardy | Staff Writer 11/02/2017 Deciding to study abroad is exhilarating, but the real challenge is choosing where to go. Duquesne offers a wide variety of study abroad programs, but some students have their mind set on a specific place that Duquesne does not sponsor. Kimberly Bischof, a third-year environmental science major, did just that. Bischof studied abroad to Iceland via The GREEN … Continue reading DU student studies in Iceland
Anna Walnoha | Staff Writer 09/21/17 To have the opportunity to study abroad is amazing. You have the chance to take in new places and cultures, meet new people and maybe even make lifelong friends or find an incredible story to tell on a job interview. After you sign up to study abroad, talk to your advisor and attend the classes, meetings and orientation that … Continue reading Rome traveler talks truth about studying abroad
By Leah Devorak | Photo Editor Spring break is next Friday — but wait. You’ve yet to book a trip? Have no fear, because it’s still super easy and affordable to go somewhere last-minute. You just have to know where to look, which is exactly what this guide is here to show you. To start, here are a few pro tips to begin your search … Continue reading Breakin’ on a budget: Cheap ways to travel when spring calls
By Evan Penrod & Salena Moran | Staff Writers You are all ready to embark on a whirlwind adventure to New York City in lieu of the upcoming holiday season, but only for a day. With a limited time and budget, how can you possibly experience the hotspots of Manhattan in just twelve hours and on a budget? Don’t get overwhelmed just yet — this … Continue reading NYC in 12 hours: How to maximize your time in the Big Apple
By Seth Culp-Ressler | Features Editor Welcome to the Continuing Misadventures of a Displaced Duquesne Student, a series in which Features Editor Seth Culp-Ressler grapples with his newfound life off campus. For the veterans of apartment life, feel free to laugh at his incompetence. For non-veterans, perhaps the mistakes he chronicles are valuable lessons. Chapter Three: The Commute It’s been a good while since I … Continue reading Bikes and Bridges: Getting to class the hard way
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