President Gormley Shares Fall 2020 Update with University Community
The following is a June 24 letter that President Ken Gormley shared with University employees, students and parents regarding the fall 2020 semester.
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Stepping Up: Dr. Anthony Kane, Office of Residence Life
When the University transitioned to remote learning in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic and government requirements, nearly all Duquesne student residents moved back to their permanent residences to finish the school year. Campus operations also were modified, resulting in most Duquesne employees working remotely from home offices.
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University Leases St. Martin’s Residence Hall for 2020-2021 Academic Year
Duquesne has leased St. Martin Hall from Radnor Property Group LLC and Harrison Street for the 2020-2021 academic year to help the University’s plans to de-densify campus in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Professors Conduct Research to Help Develop Antiviral Treatments for COVID-19
Two Duquesne researchers are studying the genome of SARS-COV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, to identify molecular switches that control the virus life cycle and help guide the development of antiviral treatments.
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Annual FAST Program for Freshmen, Transfer Students to Be Offered Virtually
Incoming freshmen and transfer students will still have the opportunity to learn more about life at Duquesne during the annual Freshman Advisement Summer Transition (FAST) program, but this year’s event will be held virtually.
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Employees Asked to Review July 3 Paycheck Benefit Deductions
Employees are encouraged to review their Friday, July 3, pay stub to verify that all benefit selections and other deductions were made correctly during the 2020-2021 open enrollment period. New benefit selections go into effect today, Wednesday, July 1.
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Gumberg Library Shares Updates on Services and New Resources
Gumberg Library is now offering additional services, including options to request print materials and a limited reopening of library spaces on Monday, July 6.
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