The four inaugural Bayer Scholars at Duquesne University met with Bayer Corp. President and CEO Greg Babe on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Read more »
Archive for October 2009
Duquesne Dedicates Muldoon Building, Center for Pharmacy Care
Oct. 27, 2009
Duquesne University is hosting the dedication of the Hugh C. Muldoon Building, new home of the Center for Pharmacy Care, on its campus. Read more »
Duquesne University Nursing School Secures $500,000 in Funding
Oct. 26, 2009
The Funding Will Support Second-Degree and Graduate Nursing Students
Duquesne’s School of Nursing has received more than $500,000 in grant funding to provide financial assistance to second-degree and graduate nursing students for the current academic year. Read more »
Duquesne Only Tri-State School in Top 20 of Aspen Institute Global Ranking
Oct. 23, 2009
MBA Program Ranked No. 2 Internationally Among Schools of Its Size
Duquesne University has been ranked No. 2 worldwide among schools of its size and is the only school in Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania to be included in the top 20 schools ranked by the Aspen Institute for integrating social and environmental issues into its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. Read more »
November Events Hosted by Duquesne University
Oct. 21, 2009
Sunday, Nov. 1
Music on the Mount: Music Down in My Soul
Performance featuring Duquesne’s Voices of Spirit, Pappert Men’s Chorale and Pappert Women’s Chorale.
3 p.m., Saint Mary of the Mount, 403 Grandview Ave., Mount Washington. Cost: Free.
Call 412.396.6083 or email bromleyc@duq.edu for more information.
November Business Events Hosted by Duquesne University
Oct. 21, 2009
Monday, Nov. 2
Pennsylvania Tax Seminar
Designed to provide updates on Pennsylvania tax for accountants, the seminar will cover topics such as personal income tax, how to use tax voluntary compliance programs, the state treasury department and unemployment compensation tax updates, among others. Sponsored by Duquesne University’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement.
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Duquesne Room, Duquesne Union, 600 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh. Cost: $139.
For more information call 412.396.1643, 800.283.3853 or email police@duq.edu. Read more »
Duquesne University President Honored by Afrika Yetu Organization
Oct. 20, 2009
Duquesne University President Charles J. Dougherty was presented with the Nelson Mandela Leadership and Diversity Award by the Afrika Yetu organization at their annual Black Diamond Ball on Oct. 17. Read more »
November Concerts Hosted by Duquesne’s Mary Pappert School of Music
Oct. 19, 2009
For the most up-to-date performance and recital information, call the Mary Pappert School of Music at 412.396.6083 or email bromleyc@duq.edu. Read more »
Duquesne Law Students Trying for New Wiffle Ball Game World Record
Oct. 16, 2009
Proceeds From the Potential 26-hour Game Will Benefit Livestrong
Ten Duquesne University Law School students will brave the predicted snowy weather this weekend as they set out to raise money for Livestrong, the Lance Armstrong Foundation, and set a new world record for the longest played wiffle ball game. The students will have to play for 26 consecutive hours to set the new record. Read more »
Drago Named Vice President at Duquesne University
Oct. 15, 2009
Linda S. Drago has been named Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel by the Board of Directors at Duquesne University. Read more »
Movie Filming Takes Place on Campus
Oct. 13, 2009
Lionsgate Media was on campus filming scenes for the motion picture The Next Three Days on Monday, October 12.
Actor Russell Crowe was present for various scenes filmed on Bluff Street near the Administration Building throughout the day and evening.
DU Professor Instrumental in Planning First Solar Cities Conference
Oct. 12, 2009
A Duquesne University professor has been instrumental in planning the first northeast conference of Solar America Cities, which will be hosted by Pittsburgh on Thursday, Oct. 15, and Friday, Oct 16. Read more »
Premiere Set for The Legend Behind the Plate: The Josh Gibson Story
Oct. 12, 2009
The story of Negro Leagues slugger Josh Gibson, who has been called the greatest baseball player of his day, has been captured in a new documentary by Duquesne University students that will benefit the Pittsburgh-based Josh Gibson Foundation. Read more »
The Art of the Fugue: Four Hands at the Piano
Oct. 9, 2009
Bach’s imposing The Art of the Fugue (Die Kunst der Fuge) is best known through recordings. It is seldom performed live, and many consider it a purely academic work, written to demonstrate the most complicated fugal techniques. Read more »
Duquesne University Featured in Princeton Review’s Best 301 Business Schools
Oct. 8, 2009
Duquesne University is again considered an outstanding business school by The Princeton Review and is featured in the new 2010 edition of The Princeton Review’s book, The Best 301 Business Schools. Read more »
Ethics Luncheon Forum Focuses on The Virtuous CEO
Oct. 5, 2009
As part of its Ethics Luncheon Forum, Duquesne’s Beard Center for Leadership in Ethics is hosting The Virtuous CEO, featuring Dr. John E. Murray Jr. on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Duquesne Club, 325 Sixth Ave., Pittsburgh. Read more »
Experts to Address Collection, Analysis and Legal Applications of Digital Evidence
Oct. 5, 2009
As the White House’s new cyber-security office employs all the tools at its disposal to fend off the sorts of large-scale attacks that can cripple economies and compromise national security, law enforcement officers and attorneys nationwide—along with the public they serve—must grapple daily with those who would use personal computers, cell phones and other digital devices to do everything from perpetrating Ponzi schemes to luring children into harm’s way. Read more »
Regent Square Resident Recognized for Excellence in Teaching
Oct. 5, 2009
Dr. Tammy L. Hughes, a resident of Regent Square, has been recognized with a Duquesne University Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching. Read more »
Point Breeze Resident Recognized for Excellence in Teaching
Oct. 2, 2009
Dr. Rodney K. Hopson, a resident of Point Breeze, has been recognized with a Duquesne University Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching. Read more »
Students Produce First Documentary on Life of Josh Gibson
Oct. 1, 2009
Oct. 13 Premiere Set for Story of Negro Leagues Baseball Legend
The story of Negro Leagues slugger Josh Gibson, who has been called the greatest baseball player of his day, has been captured in a new documentary by Duquesne University students that will benefit the Pittsburgh-based Josh Gibson Foundation. Read more »
Bethel Park Resident Recognized for Excellence in Teaching
Oct. 1, 2009
Dr. Janie Fritz, a resident of Bethel Park, has been recognized with a Duquesne University Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching. Read more »
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