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Archive for August 2011
Scholar Studying ‘Teacher-Leaders’ Named Education Chair at Duquesne
Aug. 29, 2011
Dr. Jason Margolis, who has been studying “hybrid” teacher leaders, has been named chair of the Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education in the School of Education at Duquesne University. This department prepares teachers to understand their roles in a child’s life and the difference their influence makes throughout the community.
Chalfant Borough Resident Named to Pittsburgh’s ‘40 Under 40’ List
Aug. 29, 2011
Pittsburgh Magazine and the Pittsburgh Urban Magnet Project (PUMP) have named Alia Pustorino-Clevenger, assistant director for community engagement at Duquesne University, to its annual 40 Under 40 list.
Holocaust Survivor’s Story to be Shared in Duquesne University Documentary
Aug. 25, 2011
As 83-year-old Holocaust survivor Howard Chandler returned to his hometown in Poland and visited the concentration camps where he was imprisoned during World War II, a Jewish student and her Catholic professor from Duquesne University captured the story. Read more »
Jefferson Hills Resident Appointed DU Graduate Admissions Director
Aug. 24, 2011
Duquesne University has appointed Todd Eicker to the newly created position of graduate admissions director, effective Aug. 22. Eicker, who brings more than 14 years of experience in higher education to the job, most recently managed admissions at Penn State University’s York campus.
September Events Hosted by Duquesne University
Aug. 23, 2011
Tuesday, Sept. 6
Leading Good Work: Excellence
A part of the Leadership Breakfast Series, this educational and networking event is designed to provide an understanding of excellence in the workplace and the role of the leader in fostering excellent work at both the individual and organizational level. Sponsored by Duquesne University’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement.
7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Power Center Ballroom West, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh.
Cost: $45
Call 412.396.5600 or visit www.duq.edu/leadership to register and for more information.
Pharmacy Students Enter Professional Study With White Coat Ceremony
Aug. 22, 2011
Nearly 200 students from Duquesne University will mark their entrance into their first year of professional study as pharmacists at the Mylan School of Pharmacy’s annual White Coat Ceremony. Read more »
September Concerts Hosted by the Mary Pappert School of Music
Aug. 22, 2011
For the most up-to-date performance and recital information, call the Mary Pappert School of Music at 412.396.6083 or visit www.duq.edu/music. Read more »
Duquesne Kicks Off Year with Mass of the Holy Spirit
Aug. 19, 2011
Bishop David Zubik is the Mass Celebrant
Duquesne University will open its 2011-12 academic year with its traditional Mass of the Holy Spirit.
Duquesne Law Alumni Contributions Recognized With Judges Wall
Aug. 17, 2011
The Duquesne University School of Law, in conjunction with its yearlong Centennial Celebration, will honor its alumni who have and are serving on the bench at a special dedication of its new Judges Wall on Thursday, Aug. 18, at 4 p.m. in the second-floor lobby of the law school.
Autism Research Focuses on Difficulty in Speaking about Self and Others
Aug. 17, 2011
What is the difference between “you” and “I?”
For some people with autism, this is not a philosophical question, but one that may plague them all of their lives, said Dr. Diane Williams, assistant professor of speech-language pathology in the Duquesne University Rangos School of Health Sciences.
Freshmen, Parents/Families Experience Orientation at Duquesne
Aug. 17, 2011
Members of Duquesne’s freshman class, along with their parents and families, will begin their five-day Orientation program today to help them acclimate to the University and college life. New transfer students also participate in Orientation, which runs through Sunday, Aug. 21.
The Freshmen Are Coming! Class of 2015 Moves In to Duquesne
Aug. 12, 2011
Duquesne University will welcome the incoming class of 2015 to campus during the annual Freshman Move-In.
This Year’s Freshman Class Tops 10-Year Trend of Best and Brightest at Duquesne
Aug. 11, 2011
The Duquesne University trend of every incoming freshman class shining as the brightest and best continues this year, culminating a significant 10-year overall growth for the University.
Duquesne Counted Among Nation’s Best Schools, Forbes Says
Aug. 10, 2011
Duquesne University has been ranked among the best schools in the country and in the top half of the nation’s research institutions, based on student satisfaction and other factors, says the latest Forbes America’s Top Colleges list.
Duquesne Professor to Accept Gibson Award for Education
Aug. 9, 2011
Dr. Dennis Woytek, assistant professor in the Department of Journalism and Multimedia Arts at Duquesne University, will accept a Gibson Award on behalf of Duquesne at the Josh Gibson Centennial Negro League Gala on Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh. Read more »
Health Science, Leadership Graduations Set This Weekend at Duquesne
Aug. 5, 2011
The Rangos School of Health Sciences and the School of Leadership and Professional Advancement (SLPA) at Duquesne University will host commencement ceremonies this weekend in the A.J. Palumbo Center. Read more »
To Help Address Nursing Shortage, DU Provides Most Loans to Future Nurse-Educators in PA
Aug. 4, 2011
A key factor in addressing the continued national nursing shortage is to prepare more nursing teachers to allow nursing schools to open their doors to larger numbers of students. The Duquesne University School of Nursing is doing its part by administering a high volume of low-interest loans to future nurse-educators through the Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP), a federal program created to help address the nursing shortage.
Princeton Review Recognizes Duquesne as Among Nation’s Top Colleges and Best in the Northeast
Aug. 4, 2011
Duquesne University is, once again, one of the country’s best institutions for undergraduate education, in addition to being named a Best in the Northeast according to two publications by The Princeton Review. The education services company features Duquesne in the new 2012 edition of its annual college guide, The Best 376 Colleges and names DuquesneBest in the Northeast.
Duquesne Taps Experienced State College Leader as New Public Safety Director
Aug. 3, 2011
After a national search, Thomas M. Hart, a public safety leader with 30 years of experience, will become the new director of public safety at Duquesne University, effective Aug. 15. At Duquesne, Hart replaces Jim Caputo, who retired on Aug. 1 as director of public safety with nearly 40 years of service.
$4 Million Mellon Foundation Grant to Help Renovate, Add Cutting-Edge Science and Pharmacy Labs at Duquesne
Aug. 3, 2011
Duquesne University will continue to advance its distinctive role in Pittsburgh’s scientific community and beyond thanks to a $4 million grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation. It is the largest foundation gift the University has ever received for academic facilities improvement.
Children with Asthma Can Exercise with Duquesne Athletes at Free Camp
Aug. 3, 2011
Through a free asthma camp for children 5 to 17 years old, Duquesne University will provide screenings, education and a chance to exercise with Duquesne athletes.
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