Research Spotlight - Three Students Receive Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
Madison Fitzgerald, Alayna Funke and Trista Newman have been recognized for their
exceptional academic achievements and commitment to research in the fields of science,
technology, engineering and mathematics.
In a move that broadens the academic horizon for prospective students, Duquesne University
now accepts the Classic Learning Test as an official pathway to admission—reflecting
its ongoing commitment to expanding access and welcoming students from a variety of
educational backgrounds.
New Gift Establishes janet jai Endowed Memorial Fund for Visual Poetry
janet jai, known for her fusion of poetry, activism and visual art, continues to inspire
creativity at the McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts through a significant
gift in her memory to fund numerous activities and supports for students.
Public Health Dynamic Duo Heading to Johns Hopkins
For most students, one of the bittersweet moments of college graduation is leaving
your friends behind as you move on to the next chapter of your life. Unless you are
Destiny Smith and Sarah Kozosey.
Public Safety Reaccredited, Granted Premier Agency Status
The Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission recently voted unanimously
to reaccredit the Duquesne University Department of Public Safety and grant it the
prestigious Premier Agency status.
All-Duquesne Team Wins Business School's New Venture Challenge
Clean Plate Innovations is a pioneering cleantech startup with the goal of revolutionizing
how large-scale dining operations approach food waste.
Duquesne alumni were the standout teachers. They connected to students on a personal
level and had great leadership qualities. As a future teacher, I always consider the
different strategies they use that I can incorporate in how I teach. That keeps me
engaged.
Mwango KasubaSecondary Social Studies Education and History double majorLearn more about Mwango
Every professor I have is for us and cares about our education. They want to
make sure we’re comfortable in class and want to know what they can do to help us.
Having an impact on the kids was incredible. Without teachers and these kids,
you don’t have any other profession. You teach them to become doctors, lawyers, chemists
or whatever else they want to become.
Hetanshi ShahMiddle Level Education major and Honors College studentMeet Hetanshi
The STEM-based opportunities at Duquesne offer new and exciting challenges that
will increase my knowledge of medicine and serve me well when I enter medical school.
Madeline SclichterScience and Engineering major and College of Osteopathic Medicine Early Assurance
Program studentRead Madeline's story
The faculty made me feel so welcomed. They were all very passionate about health
care and their classes and talked about networking and extracurricular activities,
too. The University really prepares students to excel in their careers and make meaningful
contributions to society.
That was the moment where I thought, 'Oh my gosh, what I'm doing really matters.
I'm giving this young person an opportunity to share what he's thinking and what he's
been through in a safe space through music.
What’s really great about swimming is you're so busy that you have to be good
at time management, and I am very lucky to have a lot of resources here at Duquesne.
Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has appointed Tom Dugas as its new vice president for information technology and chief information officer, effective July 1. Dugas will take the position formerly held by Chuck Bartel, who recently retired after 10 years with the University.
New Gift Establishes janet jai Endowed Memorial Fund for Visual Poetry
janet jai, A’67, known for her fusion of poetry, activism and visual art, continues to inspire creativity at the McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts through a significant gift in her memory to fund numerous activities and supports for students.
In a move that broadens the academic horizon for prospective students, Duquesne University now accepts the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an official pathway to admission—reflecting its ongoing commitment to expanding access and welcoming students from a variety of educational backgrounds.