A free camp for children ages 5 to 17 years old and their parents/caregivers will focus on staying healthy while dealing with asthma. The camp includes basketball skills with Duquesne University athlete volunteers, asthma education, health screenings and lunch. Read more »
Archive for July 2010
DU Professor’s Work in U.S., Abroad Recognized with Sizemore Spirit Award
Jul. 30, 2010
The inaugural Dr. Barbara A. Sizemore Spirit Award was bestowed upon Dr. Lisa Lopez Levers based upon her research and service to marginalized children and adults—from foster children to those affected by HIV/AIDS— in the U.S. and around the globe.
Workshops for Teachers Factor Student Math Success into the Equation
Jul. 30, 2010
Select Pittsburgh-area math teachers are devoting a week of their summer vacation to think deeply about mathematical topics widely considered “hard to teach and hard to learn”—fractions and algebra. Read more »
Young Scientists to Share Discoveries at Duquesne Symposium
Jul. 28, 2010
What are the young scientific minds of Western Pennsylvania researching? Read more »
Sustainability Expert to Speak at Duquesne MBA Commencement
Jul. 28, 2010
Sustainability expert Bob Willard will speak at the commencement ceremony for Duquesne University’s third graduating class of the Donahue Graduate School of Business MBA Sustainability program. Read more »
Duquesne Partners with International Bayer Summer Sustainability Camp
Jul. 21, 2010
Students from Germany and across the U.S. will be kayaking on the Kiskiminetas River, examining the Murphy’s Bottom habitat along the Allegheny River and participating in labs and a greenhouse gas inventory workshop at Duquesne as part of the International Bayer Summer Sustainability Camp.
Jerome Bettis to Present Computers to Local Middle-School Students
Jul. 20, 2010
Jerome Bettis, famed former Pittsburgh Steelers running back and NBC analyst, will return to Heinz Field to present computers to 21 middle school students at Pittsburgh Public’s Murray school.
Seadler to Present Testimony about Stimulus Funding for Research to Pennsylvania Stimulus Oversight Commission
Jul. 20, 2010
Written testimony of Dr. Alan W. Seadler
Duquesne University
Before a session of the Pennsylvania Stimulus Oversight Commission on July 22, 2010
Commission members and Chairman, I am Dr. Alan Seadler the Vice President for Research and the Edward V. Fritzky Chair in Biotechnology Leadership at Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit. On behalf of Dr. Charles Dougherty, President of Duquesne University, I would like to thank all of the members of the Pennsylvania Stimulus Oversight Commission for the opportunity to address the importance of the Stimulus Funding to our institution.
Nist Named Director of Duquesne Business School Graduate Programs
Jul. 19, 2010
Thomas J. Nist, Donahue Chair in Investment Management at Duquesne University, has been named director of graduate programs in the Donahue Graduate School of Business. Read more »
Noted Urban Education Experts to Address Inaugural Sizemore Conference
Jul. 19, 2010
The Duquesne University School of Education and the Barbara A. Sizemore Urban Education Initiative will host the Inaugural Barbara A. Sizemore Summer Conference, Reconceptualizing Urban Education: In Search of a New Paradigm from July 21-22. Read more »
Duquesne Faculty Chosen as Sizemore Fellows to Research Urban Education
Jul. 14, 2010
The Dr. Barbara A. Sizemore Fellows Program at Duquesne University has named its inaugural scholars for 2010-2011. Seed grants were awarded to the following School of Education faculty completing research focused on issues in urban education. The Sizemore Fellows will be recognized at the July 21-22 inaugural Barbara A. Sizemore Summer Conference, Reconceptualizing Urban Education: In Search of a New Paradigm.
Mayle Towns Included Among 50 Women of Excellence
Jul. 13, 2010
Kathy Mayle Towns, assistant professor in Duquesne’s School of Nursing, has been selected as one of the New Pittsburgh Courier’s 50 Women of Excellence, which recognizes successful African-American women who have contributed in important ways to the community.
Joiner Included Among 50 Women of Excellence
Jul. 13, 2010
Amelia Michele Joiner, assistant professor of law at Duquesne University, has been selected as one of the New Pittsburgh Courier’s 50 Women of Excellence, which recognizes successful African-American women who have contributed in important ways to the community.
McCandless Resident to Participate in AERA Statistics Institute
Jul. 12, 2010
Dr. Gibbs Kanyongo, assistant professor in the School of Education’s Department of Foundations and Leadership, is one of only 25 educational statisticians selected nationally to participate in the American Educational Research Association’s (AERA) Statistics Institute for Faculty at Stanford University from July 21-24. Read more »
Johnstown Resident Helps to Deliver Maternity Care in Africa
Jul. 12, 2010
Duquesne Physician Assistant Students Combine with Foundation to Provide Services, Supplies
A constant around the world is that women have babies—whether in the U.S. or in Liberia.
But in Liberia, only 51 percent of all births are attended by skilled health care providers, reports the World Health Organization (WHO).
Laura Berkebile of Johnstown, four other Duquesne University physician assistant students and a faculty advisor are walking into this scenario, offering their expertise and assistance in the obstetrics/gynecology ward of ELWA Hospital in the Liberian capital of Monrovia.
Monaca Resident Helps to Deliver Maternity Care in Africa
Jul. 12, 2010
Duquesne Physician Assistant Students Combine with Foundation to Provide Services, Supplies
A constant around the world is that women have babies—whether in the U.S. or in Liberia.
But in Liberia, only 51 percent of all births are attended by skilled health care providers, reports the World Health Organization (WHO).
Amanda Candelmo of Monaca, four other Duquesne University physician assistant students and a faculty advisor are walking into this scenario, offering their expertise and assistance in the obstetrics/gynecology ward of ELWA Hospital in the Liberian capital of Monrovia.
Scott Township Resident Helps to Deliver Maternity Care in Africa
Jul. 12, 2010
Duquesne Physician Assistant Students Combine with Foundation to Provide Services, Supplies
A constant around the world is that women have babies—whether in the U.S. or in Liberia.
But in Liberia, only 51 percent of all births are attended by skilled health care providers, reports the World Health Organization (WHO).
Michael Lynn of Scott Township, four other Duquesne University physician assistant students and a faculty advisor are walking into this scenario, offering their expertise and assistance in the obstetrics/gynecology ward of ELWA Hospital in the Liberian capital of Monrovia.
Weedville Resident Helps to Deliver Maternity Care in Africa
Jul. 12, 2010
Duquesne Physician Assistant Students Combine with Foundation to Provide Services, Supplies
A constant around the world is that women have babies—whether in the U.S. or in Liberia.
But in Liberia, only 51 percent of all births are attended by skilled health care providers, reports the World Health Organization (WHO).
Kayla Breindel of Weedville, four other Duquesne University physician assistant students and a faculty advisor are walking into this scenario, offering their expertise and assistance in the obstetrics/gynecology ward of ELWA Hospital in the Liberian capital of Monrovia.
Sarver Resident Helps to Deliver Maternity Care in Africa
Jul. 12, 2010
Duquesne Physician Assistant Students Combine with Foundation to Provide Services, Supplies
A constant around the world is that women have babies—whether in the U.S. or in Liberia.
But in Liberia, only 51 percent of all births are attended by skilled health care providers, reports the World Health Organization (WHO).
Olivia Hess of Sarver, four other Duquesne University physician assistant students and a faculty advisor are walking into this scenario, offering their expertise and assistance in the obstetrics/gynecology ward of ELWA Hospital in the Liberian capital of Monrovia.
DU Students Deliver Maternity Care in Africa
Jul. 9, 2010
Physician Assistant Students Combine with Foundation to Provide Services, Supplies
A constant around the world is that women have babies—whether in the U.S. or in Liberia.
But in Liberia, only 51 percent of all births are attended by skilled health care providers, reports the World Health Organization (WHO).
Duquesne Legal Scholars Publish Reference Guide
Jul. 9, 2010
Dittakavi Rao, associate director of Duquesne University’s School of Law Center for Legal Information, and Dr. Joel Fishman, assistant director for lawyer services at the law school, have co-authored Navigating Legal Research & Technology: Quick Reference Guide to the 1,500 Most Common Questions about Traditional and Online Legal Research, released through Bridge Publishing Group.
Free Asthma Camp for Kids at DU: Last of Summer Series Slated Aug. 7
Jul. 7, 2010
A free camp for children ages 5 to 17 years old and their parents/caregivers will focus on staying healthy while dealing with asthma. The camp includes basketball skills with Duquesne University athlete volunteers, asthma education, health screenings and lunch.
Gangjee Appointed New Endowed Chair at Duquesne University
Jul. 2, 2010
Dr. Aleem Gangjee has been appointed the inaugural Adrian Van Kaam, C.S.Sp., Chair in Scholarly Excellence at Duquesne University. He is a professor of medicinal chemistry and a Mylan School of Pharmacy Distinguished Professor.
Duquesne Dean Receives a Top Writing Honor
Jul. 1, 2010
Dean Christopher Duncan of Duquesne University’s McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts was recently recognized for his writing by the Associated Church Press, which honors the best of the Christian press.
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