Dr. Kathleen Glenister Roberts has been selected as director of the Duquesne University Honors College, effective Jan. 1.
Archive for December 2010
Psychology Professor Addresses Qualitative Research in New Book
Dec. 21, 2010
In his new book The Science of Qualitative Research, Dr. Martin J. Packer addresses not only the question of why qualitative research is conducted but also recommends a different approach to this particular research method.
Duquesne Rubik’s Cube Wizard Sets New North American Record
Dec. 20, 2010
A Duquesne University music student has set a new North American record in a Rubik’s cube competition on Dec. 18.
Duquesne University Stream Management Coursework Has Ripple Effect in Community
Dec. 20, 2010
Students in the Stream Field Biology course taught by Duquesne University biologists Dr. Brady Porter and Ed Schroth have only one semester to dream up and complete a hands-on project. Still, in that short amount of time, they have managed to impact local communities.
Community Pharmacy in Hill District to Open Dec. 20
Dec. 17, 2010
Duquesne University’s Center for Pharmacy Services will open to the community at 9 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 20. Located at 1860 Centre Ave. in the Triangle Shops complex in Pittsburgh’s Hill District neighborhood, it is the first off-campus, community pharmacy in the country designed and operated by a school of pharmacy.
Doctoral Student at Duquesne Earns Future Leaders Award
Dec. 16, 2010
A graduate student at Duquesne University has been selected by the Association of American Colleges and Universities to receive a K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award.
Renowned Duquesne Tamburitzans Schedule February Auditions
Dec. 15, 2010
The Duquesne University Tamburitzans, a dance and music troupe that keeps alive the musical folk traditions of Eastern Europe and its neighbors, is planning to fill vacancies through its annual auditions. Read more »
Christmas Bird Count to Bring Duquesne University Team, Other Volunteers to Murphy’s Bottom
Dec. 15, 2010
While others are involved in last-minute shopping expeditions, gift-wrapping or baking, a stalwart team of Duquesne University professors and students will join the annual Christmas Bird Count, a national initiative of the Audubon Society. Read more »
Duquesne Singers Are the Only Pittsburgh Performers Selected to Perform at ‘A Melancholy Beauty’
Dec. 15, 2010
Members of the Mary Pappert School of Music’s Voices of Spirit, Men’s Chorale, Women’s Chorale and the University Singers, as well as music school alumni, are the only Pittsburgh representatives to have been invited to perform in the world premiere of the oratorio A Melancholy Beauty. Read more »
National Rubik’s Cube Competition Draws Duquesne University Student
Dec. 14, 2010
A Duquesne University music student who has held world and North American Rubik’s Cube titles will take his flying fingers and strategizing mind to a national contest in New Jersey on Saturday, Dec. 18.
Winter Commencement Slated at Duquesne University
Dec. 14, 2010
Duquesne President Charles J. Dougherty will confer degrees upon nearly 500 students and deliver remarks at the University’s annual Winter Commencement ceremony.
Fourth Book of DU Archivist Tom White Collects News of the Weird, ’Burgh-style
Dec. 13, 2010
Whether you’re looking for a short story collection while you wait in an airport, need a Pittsburgh-centric last-minute present or want a stress-breaking diversion, Forgotten Tales of Pittsburgh, will capture your attention.
Renowned Author, Attorney Scott Turow to Speak at Duquesne Law School Alumni Reunion Dinner
Dec. 13, 2010
Award-winning writer and attorney Scott Turow will be the special guest speaker at Duquesne Law School’s Alumni Reunion Dinner on Saturday, April 16, 2011, at the University’s Power Center.
Duquesne University Announces Winner of Martha and Seaborn Jacobs Endowed Scholarship
Dec. 13, 2010
Adriana Pasquini, a senior in the Entrepreneurial Studies Program (ESP) at Duquesne University, is the winner of the 2010-11 Martha and Seaborn Jacobs Endowed Scholarship. The $6,600 scholarship award was announced by their son, Terrence S. Jacobs, Duquesne University alumnus and president and CEO of Penneco Oil Co., Delmont, and Ronald R. Morris, director of the ESP at Duquesne.
Forensic Fridays Seminar Focuses on Traces Evidence Analysis
Dec. 7, 2010
The Cyril H. Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law, continues with Trace Evidence Analysis: Legal Opportunities and Challenges.
Duquesne University Medicinal Chemist Speaks at International Symposium, National Cancer Institute
Dec. 7, 2010
Dr. Aleem Gangjee, inaugural Adrian Van Kaam Chair and Mylan School of Pharmacy Distinguished Professor at Duquesne University, was recently invited to give two prestigious presentations.
Arsenic Could be Life-Sustaining, Not Life-Threatening
Dec. 4, 2010
Duquesne University Professor Participates in Study That Challenges Biochemistry Basics
Arsenic, an element that is most often toxic to life, may actually be life-sustaining for some bacteria and a new finding could challenge conventional wisdom about the biochemistry of life as we know it.
Seventh Annual O Come All Ye Faithful Concert Brings African Song & Dance to Cathedral
Dec. 2, 2010
Duquesne University will host the 7th annual O Come All Ye Faithful concert to celebrate the Advent season. This year’s concert will feature African song and dance as well as other sacred music and readings.
Washington County Native Endows Scholarship at Duquesne University
Dec. 2, 2010
Duquesne University has announced the new Robena J. and Walter W. Comer Endowed Scholarship.
Darwin Day 2010 Canceled at Duquesne University
Dec. 1, 2010
Duquesne University Hosts 14th Annual Light-Up Night on Campus
Dec. 1, 2010
Duquesne University and its Student Government Association will host the 14th annual Christmas Light-Up Night on campus.
Does Every Health Profession Need Its Own Ethics?
Dec. 1, 2010
Jos VM Welie, professor of medical and dental ethics at Creighton University’s Center for Health Policy and Ethics, will deliver a talk titled Does Every Health Profession Need Its Own Ethics? as part of Duquesne University’s David Kelly Bioethics Lecture Series.
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