Fall 2018 Magazine
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Reflections on Rome: Exploring Duquesne's Connections to Italy
A Decade in the Dominican Republic
Biden, Former Steelers Honor Dan Rooney at University Event
DU Students Bring Voices to Life Through Oral History
Duquesne to Host National Experts at First Amendment Conference in October
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Biden, Former Steelers Honor Dan Rooney at University Event
Reported by Recent Duquesne University Graduate Sydney Bauer
Slainte! Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dan Rooney, a day-long symposium honoring the life of former Pittsburgh Steelers Chairman and U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney, drew a crowd of 700 people to Duquesne University. A Duquesne alumnus, Rooney died last year at the age of 84. Former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden delivered the keynote address. The symposium explored Rooney’s impact on Pittsburgh, Ireland, the Catholic Church and the National Football League.
When in Rome…
Duquesne’s Growing International Programs Offer Life-Changing Experiences for Students
Reported by Recent Duquesne University Graduate Sydney Bauer
Students at Duquesne University’s Italian campus study history where it was made and artwork where it was created. They also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in other cultures, traveling throughout Europe. Founded in 2001, the Rome program typically educates 140 to 150 students each year who receive relevant “hands-on” experiences, community service opportunities and time for personal reflection.