Research Spotlight - Microscope Girl

When her interest in science took off, Madison Uhrin realized that she wanted to understand the biology behind cancer, and create preventative health methods and new treatments. Working in Dr. Sarah Woodley's biology lab, she became know as the "Microscope Girl."

 

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Keep up to date with the latest features and articles on Duquesne's faculty, staff, alumni and students.

Duquesne Announces $1M Endowed Chair to Honor Eugene P. Beard

Duquesne University President Ken Gormley announced the creation of a new $1 million endowed chair to honor one of the University’s most generous benefactors

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Duquesne Student Musicians Receive, Practice on Violins of Hope Instruments

Student musicians from the Mary Pappert School of Music at Duquesne University were honored—some even moved to tears—when presented with instruments from the Violins of Hope which were played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust.

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University Names Next Senior VP of Student Life

Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has named Dr. Leanna Fenneberg as the University’s next senior vice president of student life, effective June 3, 2024.

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STEMUp Program Promotes Transformative Change

New Duquesne University program provides tailored educational and placement opportunities for workers in the western Pennsylvania biotechnology sector, recently received a $300,000 grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation.

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Duquesne University Named Best College for Veterans

Duquesne University has been named one of the best colleges for veterans by the Military Times Best for Vets, Colleges ranking and also recently named a Top 10 Military Friendly School.

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Duquesne Students on Campus AWalk

Duquesne Impressive in College Rankings

A University that prioritizes helping its students discover what they’re good at and why that’s good for the world, Duquesne has long focused on achieving successful and positive student outcomes. This year’s ranking season illustrates that the University’s focus is working and benefitting both students and alumni.

President Gormley with Club Sports student leaders

New $1.1 Million Endowment to Support Club Sports

Duquesne President Ken Gormley has directed a $1.1 million gift to create an endowment to provide a perpetual funding source for club sports—an activity in which a large number of Duquesne undergraduate students participate. 

Bluff Stories

Veteran Jeffrey Brown standing next to the DU ring with a red leaved tree and American flag in the background.

“The veteran community at Duquesne felt like a close-knit family, where everyone knew each other and readily provided support for academic success and campus life adjustment. This camaraderie eased my university transition significantly.”

Jeffrey Brown, A'23 Marine Veteran and B.A. in International Security Studies Alumnus
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Second-Year Student, School of Nursing and ROTC Cadet

“I've always just wanted to be a part of something bigger. I feel like the Army is the biggest you can get to be a part of. A team that's working towards a common goal and that's what I really want to do.”

Abby Aiello Second-Year Student, School of Nursing and ROTC Cadet
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Kayla Harris

“CETR is one of my best takeaways from Duquesne. It has really helped me discover who I am as a Black person, who I am to other people and who I am to America.”

Kayla Harris Psychology and Women's and Gender Studies double major
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Emma Brinton

"It's a tough balance to manage both athletics and academics successfully," the Landenberg, Pennsylvania native said. "But I received a ton of support from everyone at Duquesne. There was a lot of communication and meetings with professors and coaches so I could manage my time effectively."

Emma Brinton Physician Assistant Studies master's degree major
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Merecedes Williams

"Speak up. Don't struggle in silence. You are your own voice."

Merecedes Williams Multiplatform Journalism major
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News Around the University

New STEM Program Looks to Make Transformative Change

STEMup, a Duquesne University program to provide tailored educational and placement opportunities for workers in the western Pennsylvania biotechnology sector, recently received a $300,000 grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation.

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Fenneberg Named Duquesne University's Next Senior VP of Student Life

Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has named Dr. Leanna Fenneberg as the University’s next senior vice president of student life, effective June 3, 2024. Fenneberg was chosen after a national search that yielded dozens of highly qualified applicants.

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Duquesne’s One-Year MBA Ranked No. 1 in the U.S., No. 2 Globally

Duquesne's Palumbo-Donahue School of Business has again been recognized on Corporate Knights' Better World MBA Ranking. The University's One-Year MBA program is the highest-ranked U.S. program and came in second globally.

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