Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement Renewed

Duquesne’s renewed classification was based on community engagement efforts and partnerships that address a wide array of community challenges and align with campus mission, culture, leadership and resources. The classification will remain until 2032, and it demonstrates the University’s commitment to working alongside neighbors to address systemic challenges in health, education, legal access and economic development.

The University was previously classified in 2008 and 2015, and is included among 368 campuses that are active holders of this important designation.

“Because of the University’s Spiritan mission, authentic community engagement is very much baked into our DNA,” said William Generett, senior vice president of civic engagement and external relations. “Coupled with President Gormley’s vision and the tireless work of our many dedicated faculty, staff, students and administrators, this is our recipe for the successful execution of this work.”
 
The application process was led by colleagues in the Center for Community-Engaged Teaching and Research and the Office of Civic Engagement and External Relations. 
 
Among other information and data, the application required:

• Detailed descriptions and outcomes of community engagement activity and community partnerships across the University
• Descriptions of how the University’s business operations align with local economic and community development agendas
• Data on community-engaged coursework across schools
• Professional activity related to community engagement, including conference presentations, publications, consulting experience and awards
• References from community partners.

Duquesne has worked to become a trusted partner from its founding, investing the time and energy that authentic collaboration requires.
 
“This designation recognizes and honors the work individuals across campus have engaged in alongside community members, which is cultivated in the spirit of reciprocity to advance and enrich scholarship and creative activity while engaging citizens, strengthening democratic values and addressing critical societal issues,” said Jessica Mann, assistant vice president of community engagement. “It’s a nationally recognized marker that Duquesne University is committed to the public good.”