Parkhurst employees’ protest proceeds down A-Walk; $0.30 pay increase not enough

by Alicia Dye | staff writer March 24, 2022 Parkhurst workers at Duquesne University have been fighting for a better wage and a better contract with their employer, Parkhurst, over the last week, leading to a protest on March 23 on A-Walk. The workers handed out flyers to students March 18, which told students the ongoing issues and encouraged students to stand with the workers … Continue reading Parkhurst employees’ protest proceeds down A-Walk; $0.30 pay increase not enough

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History majors earn biggest paychecks

By Gigi Jeddi | The Duquesne Duke A 2015 report from George Mason University revealed that history majors are the highest-earning liberal arts graduates, with a median annual wage of $54,000. Duquesne’s history department currently has 47 history undergraduate and graduate students. According to department chair Jay Dwyer, it makes sense that history majors are successful after school. Dwyer said the study of history encourages … Continue reading History majors earn biggest paychecks

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Duquesne increases minimum wage

By Brittney Jackson | The Duquesne Duke Over the summer, Duquesne raised its minimum wage to $15 per hour for all full-time and part-time employees. Before the University made the change in July, the minimum wage was $14 per hour. According to Duquesne President Charles Dougherty, approximately 40 employees will benefit from the increase in wage. These employees include office assistants and parking garage employees. … Continue reading Duquesne increases minimum wage

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Adjunct union forming at Point Park

By Julian Routh | News Editor While the adjunct union at Duquesne awaits a ruling from the National Labor Relations Board, another adjunct union is organizing just blocks away in the city. Part-time faculty members at Point Park University who are unhappy with wages, benefits and office space are in the early stages of forming a union, with assistance from the United Steelworkers. The USW, … Continue reading Adjunct union forming at Point Park

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