New Staff Advisory Council Provides Forum for Non-Faculty Employees
September 20, 2017President Ken Gormley has announced the development of the Duquesne University Staff Advisory Council (DUSAC).
Draft of the University’s Next Strategic Plan is Available to View
September 20, 2017For several years, the University has been engaged in developing a strategic plan to shape the next phase of its development. As early as 2014, the Division of Academic Affairs began work on a planning document of its own, but it was about one year ago that President Ken Gormley launched an intensive effort to create a comprehensive, campus-wide blueprint for Duquesne’s future.
Cheer on the Dukes!
September 20, 2017Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to show their Duquesne pride by joining President Gormley at the upcoming “Gormley Games.”
Faculty, Staff Can Still Sign Up for ‘Have a Meal on Us’ at Hogan Dining Center
September 20, 2017Faculty and staff who have yet to sign up for a complimentary meal in the new private dining room at Hogan Dining Center are reminded to do so as the Have a Meal on Us promotion continues through Friday, Oct. 6.
Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for Career Closet Initiative
September 20, 2017The Career Closet initiative has launched its official Spirit crowdfunding campaign for faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni and friends of the University to support the professional development of Duquesne students.
Reminder: Saturday Marks 16th Annual Katie Westbrook 5K and Dog Walk
September 20, 2017The campus community is reminded to register for the 16th annual Katie Westbrook 5k and Dog Walk this Saturday, Sept. 23, on campus. Event check-in will begin at 8 a.m. and the race begins at 9 a.m.
Concert to Focus on Misunderstood Hungarian Composer
September 20, 2017The City Music Center (CMC) of Duquesne University will take audience members on a journey this weekend toward understanding a Hungarian composer known to be one of the most charismatic personalities of the romantic age.
Campus Asked to Donate Pet Food, Toys Through ‘Paws on the Bluff’
September 20, 2017All members of the campus community are reminded that they can help local families in need with their beloved dogs, cats, rabbits and other furry family members by donating pet food and toys through the University’s Paws on the Bluff initiative.
‘Octet’ Headlines ‘Schubert on the Bluff’ Opening Concert
September 20, 2017The final season of the Mary Pappert School of Music’s three-year Schubert on the Bluff series kicks off Tuesday, Sept. 26, with the Viennese composer’s tuneful Octet in F Major, D. 803, contrasting with Piano Sonata in C Minor, D. 958 during the 7:30 p.m. concert in the PNC Recital Hall.
Learn How to Use Social Media in Health Care Research at Nursing School Presentation
September 20, 2017Dr. Michelle Litchman, a professor of nursing at the University of Utah, will explore how social media tactics can support health care research at the next School of Nursing Forum for Research and Scholarship (FORS) Colloquium series presentation.
Join Award-Winning Filmmaker for Screening, Discussion of ‘East of Liberty’
September 20, 2017Gentrification, race and class will be the focus of an upcoming campus screening of the film East of Liberty and panel discussion with award-winning filmmaker and Pittsburgh native Chris Ivey.
Daughter of Renowned Psychoanalyst Zilboorg to Speak at Annual Karl Stern Lecture
September 20, 2017The Simon Silverman Phenomenology Center will host Dr. Caroline Zilboorg, author and daughter of prominent psychiatrist Gregory Zilboorg, as part of the third annual Karl Stern Lecture.
Have You Registered For Homecoming 2017 Yet?
September 20, 2017Faculty and staff are invited to register now to join the Duquesne University community for Homecoming 2017.
Reminder: Register for Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
September 20, 2017There’s still time for all faculty, staff and students to register for the eighth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and to honor breast cancer survivors as well as friends and family who have battled or are currently battling the disease.
Duquesne University Climbs Again in ‘U.S. News’ Best Colleges Rankings
September 13, 2017For the 10th consecutive year, Duquesne University is again ranked among the U.S. News and World Report’s top tier of schools, rising four more spots to No. 120 in the newly released 2018 edition of the Best Colleges rankings. The University is also tied for the 12th spot among national Catholic institutions—up two spots from last year.
University Highlights
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Grants Received [September 20, 2017]
Funds totaling $351,090 were recently received by the School of Pharmacy, the School of Law, the School of Education, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Program for Academic Excellence.
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Faculty & Staff Spotlight [September 20, 2017]
What have Drs. Elizabeth DeIuliis and Ann Stuart been up to?
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DU in the News [September 2017]
News coverage highlighting Duquesne’s experts and initiatives.
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Grants Received [September 20, 2017]
Mission Matters
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Spring Clean-Up: More Than Picking Up Litter and Planting
The 27th annual Spring Clean-Up is a one-day, large-scale litter pick-up and greening event that takes place throughout the South Side and Greater Hill District neighborhoods; however, it is much more than that.
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Spring Clean-Up: More Than Picking Up Litter and Planting