Dean Dorothy Bassett of Duquesne’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement (SLPA) and Dr. Stanley J. Kabala, associate director of the University’s Center for Environmental Research and Education, will lead 20 American environmental and energy professionals and some graduate students to Ghana during July—and will make gifts of drinking water-purifying pots, like the ones made by their Ghanaian counterparts when they were in Pittsburgh last year, to African communities. Read more »
Archive for June 2011
Supreme Court Justice Alito Teaching at DU Law Program in Italy
Jun. 30, 2011
Other Legal Professionals from Pittsburgh Are Among the Program’s Faculty Read more »
Free Asthma Camp Slated at Duquesne on Saturday
Jun. 30, 2011
A free asthma camp for children ages 5 to 17 years old will provide screenings, education and a chance to exercise with Duquesne University athletes this weekend. Read more »
MBA Award Established to Honor Beard Institute Leader James Byrne
Jun. 28, 2011
Lennox International Inc. and the Duquesne University John F. Donahue Graduate School of Business have partnered to establish a new award named in honor of the executive director of the Beard Institute, James J. Byrne.
High Schoolers Discover Careers in Science Through Project SEED at Duquesne
Jun. 28, 2011
Six local high school students are discovering college and careers in science through an intensive, hands-on initiative at Duquesne University.
Three Duquesne Education Scholars, Activists Honored at Sizemore Conference
Jun. 27, 2011
Three Duquesne University scholars were selected for recognition at the second annual Barbara A. Sizemore Conference, hosted by the School of Education earlier this month.
For First Time in Four Years, Gender Gap Narrows in Graduates’ Earning Expectations
Jun. 24, 2011
For the first time in its four-year history, the Duquesne University Collegiate SEER Survey and Index, which surveys economic expectations of new college graduates nationwide, shows a narrower gap in earning prospects between male and female college graduates. Read more »
Career Services Recognized for Innovative Career Planning Programming
Jun. 23, 2011
The Duquesne University Career Services Center was honored by the Eastern Association of Colleges and Employers (EACE) for the Freshman Career Carnival, the center’s new approach to engaging freshmen in career development. Career Services Director Nicole Feldhues accepted the Award for Innovation at the EACE’s annual conference on June 16, in Baltimore, Md.,
More Than 2,000 Expected to Attend Duquesnefest 2011
Jun. 23, 2011
More than 2,000 high school students and their families are expected to attend the 2011 Duquesnefest Open House on campus.
Duquesne’s Greek Life Office and Director Honored by Red Cross
Jun. 22, 2011
Rebecca Jamrozik and the Office of Greek Life were honored by the American Red Cross Blood Services, Greater Alleghenies Region, at its June 7 annual meeting in Johnstown.
Duquesne University Students Visit, Examine Chinese Health Care System
Jun. 22, 2011
A group of 22 students from Duquesne University’s Schools of Health Sciences, Pharmacy and Nursing returned recently from a three-week study abroad trip to China, where they visited several of the country’s health care facilities.
Examining Autism and the Environment: Is There a Link?
Jun. 20, 2011
PA Dept. of Education Funds Law Academic Excellence Program Again
Jun. 20, 2011
The Duquesne University School of Law has received $85,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for a second consecutive year to fund the school’s Academic Excellence Program. The program was launched during the 2010-11 academic year by the law school to provide one-on-one support to its new students who do not attain the anticipated high level of achievement after their first year.
Bayer Scholars Program at DU Continues Effort to Enhance Diversity in Sciences
Jun. 20, 2011
The Bayer Scholars Program, in its third year at Duquesne University, will welcome three freshmen this fall as part of an initiative to enhance diversity in the academic setting and the scientific work force.
Duquesne Philosophy Department Names Graduate Student Teaching Award for University President
Jun. 16, 2011
The Duquesne University Department of Philosophy has created the Charles J. Dougherty Philosophy Graduate Student Teaching Award, which will recognize a graduate student who excels in classroom instruction.
Duquesne Business Professor Cited as One of Most 25 Influential in Cash Management Trends
Jun. 13, 2011
A Duquesne University business professor was the only academic named as one of the 25 most influential people setting global trends in cash management by the Institute of Financial Operations.
Does a Corporate Board Need a Curmudgeon?
Jun. 10, 2011
In an era of increasing responsibility for board of directors, does every corporate board need a curmudgeon? Read more »
Recent Duquesne Student-Athlete Graduate Scores in Classroom, on Track
Jun. 10, 2011
North Huntingdon’s Alexander Federinko graduated as valedictorian of the A.J. Palumbo Donahue School of Business this year, received awards from a state organization and multiple awards from the school—and has placed in the Atlantic 10 track and field championships since his freshman year. Read more »
Free Conference Helps Preschool/Early Childhood Educators Incorporate Music Into the Classroom
Jun. 9, 2011
The Mary Pappert School of Music will host area preschool teachers and early childhood educators at a free, two-day Early Childhood Music Initiative (ECMI) Professional Development Conference on campus Friday, June 10, and Saturday, June 11. Approximately 125 teachers will participate in various workshops and activities presented by early childhood music experts who will teach them how to incorporate music into their classrooms.
Duquesne’s Center for Pharmacy Care to Give Free Pneumonia Shots
Jun. 9, 2011
Every Friday in June, free pneumonia vaccines will be available to the public at the Duquesne University Center for Pharmacy Care.
Duquesne University’s Entrepreneurial Program Studies Director Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Jun. 8, 2011
The success of Duquesne University’s Entrepreneurial Studies Program director and serial entrepreneur Ron Morris will be applauded with the Ernst & Young 2011 Entrepreneur of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award.
New Endowed Chair at Duquesne to Advance Mission on Teaching and Researching Faith and Culture
Jun. 6, 2011
Duquesne University President Charles Dougherty is pleased to announce the creation of Duquesne’s 17th endowed chair, the Father Pierre Schouver, C.S.Sp., Endowed Chair in Mission. Father Schouver served as Superior General of the Congregation of the Holy Spirit from 1992-2004. The inaugural chair holder, effective July 1, will be the Rev. Elochukwu Uzukwu, C.S.Sp.
Endowed Fund at Duquesne Law School Honors Murrays, Promotes Scholarship
Jun. 6, 2011
The School of Law will be the recipient of a newly established $1.2 million endowment fund, thanks to Chancellor and Professor of Law John E. Murray Jr. Murray designated the funding, which originated from a grant the Richard King Mellon Foundation made in 2001 in honor of his service to the university and community, to leave an important legacy during the School’s centennial year. The Dr. John and Liz Murray Endowed Fund for Scholarly Development will enhance the scholarly environment and culture in Duquesne’s School of Law.
Stop, Look and Listen: Learn to Lead Mindfully at Duquesne
Jun. 3, 2011
When have you heard the words “mindful” and “leadership” in the same sentence? Read more »
Governor Tom Corbett to Address Duquesne’s 2011 Law Graduates
Jun. 2, 2011
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett will deliver the Centennial keynote address at Duquesne University’s 98th annual School of Law Commencement. Read more »
Duquesne Scholars in Islam Politics, Disabilities, Papal Doctrine Recognized with Paluse Awards
Jun. 1, 2011
The fourth annual Fr. Richard V. Paluse Mission-Related Research Awards have been announced by Duquesne University’s Center for the Study of Catholic Social Thought.
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