DU in the News

News coverage highlighting Duquesne’s experts and initiatives.

Jan. 31
Beyond Sleep: Exploring the Ways in Which Melatonin Communicates with Cells
Research Features published this article about Pharmacology Professor Dr. Paula Witt-Enderby’s research on ways in which melatonin communicates its messages through cells, while also assessing its possible effects on human health.

Health Care a High-Priority but Divisive Issue for Voters in 18th District Special Election
An interview with Assistant History Professor Dr. Andrew Simpson was included in this WTAE-TV this story about the issue of health care for voters in the 18th Congressional district.

W&J Welcomes Students Back with Gourmet-Style Lunch
The Observer-Reporter interviewed Duquesne Dining Executive Chef Tim Fetter for this story about local universities’ efforts to improve the campus dining experience.

Jan. 30
At Children’s Hospital, Music Is A Form Of Treatment For Young Patients
WESA-Radio interviewed Dr. Noah Potvin, assistant professor of music therapy, for this story about the impact music therapy has on patients at Children’s Hospital.

Jan. 29
Top 20 Best Online Colleges With Doctoral Programs
Online College Plan ranked Duquesne No. 20 on its list of the Top 20 Best Online Colleges with Doctoral Programs.

Jan. 26
President Trump Dodged a Huge Bullet
President Ken Gormley penned this op-ed for the Washington Post about President Donald Trump’s efforts to protect himself against Special Counsel Robert Mueller III’s investigation.

Jan. 25
Amid ‘Tide Pod Challenge’ Fad, A Call for Common Sense
Associate Economics Professor Dr. Antony Davies co-wrote this op-ed for the Philadelphia Inquirer about the “Tide Pod Challenge,” a social media-fueled trend in which teenagers eat a

The Bacterial ‘Game of Thrones’
Science Daily featured this article about a study—co-authored by Assistant Biological Sciences Professor Dr. Wook Kim with other scientists from the University of Oxford—on the aggressive characteristics of bacteria.

Jan. 24

Vibrant Pittsburgh Releases Guidebook on Diversity and Inclusion
The Pittsburgh Business Times reported that Duquesne is among the organizations that shared its diversity and inclusion initiatives for the Diversity & Inclusion Guidebook, newly published by Vibrant Pittsburgh.

Do Our Food Choices Demonstrate Our Political Preferences?
How Stuff Works interviewed Dr. Pavel Yakovlev, associate economics professor, for this story about the correlation between alcohol consumption and political affiliation.

Intentions Don’t Matter—Outcomes Do
Associate Economics Professor Dr. Antony Davies co-hosted the Words and Numbers podcast for the Foundation for Economic Education about finding balance between undiluted capitalism and socialism.

Jan. 24
How Can Pirates Win Back Fans? Transparency and ‘The Process’
The Tribune-Review interviewed Associate Marketing Professor Dr. Ron Dick for this story about what the Pittsburgh Pirates need to do to win back fans.

NWEA Unveils K-3 Reading Fluency Test
Education Dive quoted an article from the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development—written by Dr. Susan M. Brookhart, coordinator of assessment and evaluation for the School of Education—for this story about a new online reading assessment of young children.

Jan. 22
Who Rules? Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Federal Court Differ on Congressional Map
Law Professor Bruce Ledewitz was interviewed by the Morning Call for this article about recent rulings by both a panel of federal judges and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court in regard to Pennsylvania’s map of congressional districts.

Jan. 20
Antony Davies & James R. Harrigan: State Workers’ Benefit Costs Skyrocketing
Associate Economics Professor Dr. Antony Davies co-wrote this op-ed for the Tribune-Review about the rapid increase in the average state worker’s salary and benefits package.

Jan. 18
GOP Fights to Retain Pennsylvania Congressional Seat
Fox News interviewed Dr. Kristen Allen, visiting assistant professor of political science, for this story about the upcoming special election in Pennsylvania’s 18th congressional district.

Jan. 16
Dambrot Doing Delightfully for Duquesne
Cleveland Jewish News published this feature article about men’s basketball coach Keith Dambrot and his success so far at Duquesne.

Jan. 15
In Unusual Move, Pittsburgh Foundation Files ‘Friend of Court’ Brief in Gerrymandering Case
The Post-Gazette interviewed Law Professor Bruce Ledewitz for this story about the Pittsburgh Foundation’s recent decision to file a friend of the court brief in regard to the state gerrymandering case.

Jan. 14
Duquesne University is Embracing the Future
President Ken Gormley wrote this op-ed for the Post-Gazette about Duquesne’s efforts to improve the city and the region.

Expert: Guilty Verdict Would Strip Ex-Leechburg Police Chief Mike Diebold of Badge
The Tribune-Review interviewed Associate Law Professor John Rago for this story about the legal implications Leechburg police Chief Mike Diebold could face if found guilty of the charges he faces. He is accused of attempting to have sexual contact with a minor.

Experts Weighs in on McCandless Councilman Investigation
The Tribune-Review interviewed Associate Law Professor Joseph Sabino Mistick for this story about the recent decision by McCandless council to investigate one of its members accused of a verbal confrontation against three teenagers volunteering for a candidate on Election Day.

Jan. 12
Trump Has Given Dozens of Depositions in Lawsuit-Laden Business Career, but He Could Face Tougher Grilling in Russia Inquiry
The Los Angeles Times interviewed President Ken Gormley for this story about Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.

Jan. 11
The League, the Harvard of Dating Apps, Has Launched in Pittsburgh. Not Everyone is Invited.
The Post-Gazette interviewed Dr. Elizabeth Fein, assistant professor of psychology, for this story about the controversy surrounding a new selective dating app called The League.

Benedict: Medical Mistakes Happen: Then What?
Dr. James Benedict, scholar in residence in the Center for Healthcare Ethics, wrote this op-ed about disclosure in health care when major mistakes are made.

Jan. 10
When Do-Gooders Do Bad
Associate Economics Professor Dr. Antony Davies co-hosted the “Words and Numbers” podcast for Foundation for Economic Education about unintended negative consequences that result from some government regulations.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-A Malady Shared by East and West
Dr. Roger Brooke, professor of psychology, was acknowledged in this research article on Lankaweb about cultural differences in treating PTSD.

Jan. 9
Steelers vs. Jaguars = $21M-Plus for Pittsburgh Economy
The Pittsburgh Business Times interviewed Steven Greenberg, executive in residence for sports marketing in the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, about the economic implications for the city of Pittsburgh due to the Steelers’ playoff game this Sunday.

College Scorecard: These Regional Colleges Produce the Highest Earners
The Pittsburgh Business Times reported that Duquesne graduates have the second highest average earnings among regional colleges 10 years after attending school.

Jan. 8
The Endosomal Trafficking Factors CORVET and ESCRT Suppress Plasma Membrane Residence of the Renal Outer Medullary Potassium Channel
The Journal of Biological Chemistry published this research article about a recent study in which Dr. Allyson O’Donnell, assistant professor of biological sciences, is a contributing author.

Jan. 7
How Jim and Tammy Bakker’s Religious Ponzi Scheme Collapsed
Dr. Greg Barnhisel, professor and chair of English, wrote this review about John Wigger’s book, The Rise and Fall of Jim and Tammy Bakker’s Evangelical Empire, for the Post-Gazette.

Jan. 3
Helping Teens Find Their Purpose
The Heching Report cited a study conducted in 2011 by Dr. Matthew Bundick, assistant professor in the Department of Counseling, Psychology and Special Education, about helping teens and young adults to find purpose in their lives.

Inauguration Day: Here’s What Pittsburgh Business Leaders Want to See in Mayor’s Second Term
The Pittsburgh Business Times interviewed President Ken Gormley for this story about the start of Mayor William Peduto’s second term and how he has contributed to Pittsburgh’s prosperity.

Jan. 2
Guest Commentary: Resolve to be Thankful for U.S. Riches
Dr. Antony Davies, associate economics professor, co-wrote this op-ed for the Times of Northwest Indiana about being thankful for the United States’ current and future middle-class lifestyle.