Marcus Banks, a Duquesne University sophomore from York, Pa., tied for second place in The Consortium for Research on Islamic Studies’ annual undergraduate research symposium.

Banks, a sociology major, was recognized in the Culture and Society category of the contest for the project Ibn Sina’s Love.

Students from Duquesne and six other universities in western Pennsylvania participated.

The Consortium for Research on Islamic Studies works with educational institutions in western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio and West Virginia.

Duquesne University
Founded in 1878, Duquesne is consistently ranked among the nation's top Catholic research universities for its award-winning faculty and tradition of academic excellence. The University is nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report and the Princeton Review for its rich academic programs in 10 schools of study for 10,000-plus graduate and undergraduate students, and by the Washington Monthly for service and contributing to students’ social mobility. Duquesne is a member of the U.S. President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction for its contributions to Pittsburgh and communities around the globe. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges acknowledge Duquesne’s commitment to sustainability.

This release was posted on Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 at 11:47 am and is filed under Appointments & Awards, Research & Grants, Student & Alumni Achievements.