May and June Events

Duquesne Athletics Events
Cheer on the Dukes at their remaining Duquesne Athletics events! Show your school spirit, and support our student-athletes. Go Dukes!

Human Resources Mental Health Awareness Month Events 
May is Mental Health Awareness Month continues with several programs that support movement and mental well-being for faculty and staff. Check out the calendar of events and register for fitness challenges, live classes and webinars designed to promote well-being and encourage open dialogue. 

Learning and Development News from Human Resources
Be sure to stay in the know and check out the latest release of the Learning Digest for faculty and staff, which outlines upcoming classes and resources for continuous professional growth.

Mary Pappert School of Music Events
Check out the many workshops and intensives Mary Pappert School of Music has coming up this summer.

Monday, May 18, through Friday, July 24, Duquesne University campus: Summer Undergraduate Research Program 
The Undergraduate Research Program offers immersive, hands-on research experiences for undergraduate students during this 10-week summer session. Participants engage in faculty-mentored research across disciplines such as chemistry, biology, neuroscience, engineering, data science, forensic science and more.

Wednesday, May 20, 12 to 4:30 p.m., Power Center Ballroom: The 2026 ASAHP Summit – Regional Hub Location
The Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions (ASAHP) promotes dialogue between academic institutions and their health care industry partners to improve collaboration and enhance health outcomes. The summit draws leaders, faculty and providers. The 2026 ASAHP Summit theme is From Classrooms to Care Teams: Workforce-Ready Graduates. Learn more and register.

Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m., UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse: The Thomas R. Kline School of Law Commencement ceremony
President Ken Gormley, professor of law and former dean of the school, will present this year’s Commencement address. Access the livestream link and details for the ceremony.

Tuesday, May 19, 6 to 7 p.m., Virtual: Parent Support Series: Success Tips for DU Success Coaches
Designed for parents and supporters of prospective students, this session will include opportunities to meet some of Duquesne’s school-based success coaches, hear about common academic challenges among new college students, learn about resources and more. Register.

Thursday, May 21, 12 to 4:30 p.m., Virtual: Generative AI for Law Students and New Lawyers
Organized by Duquesne Kline Law, this Continuing Legal Education (CLE) session is geared toward legal writing professors, law students, recent graduates and early-career lawyers. It will fortify the skills learned during law school for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in contemporary legal practice and the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Register.

Saturday, May 23, 10:30 a.m., UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse: The School of Pharmacy Commencement ceremony
Dr. Gordon Vanscoy, PharmD'86, chief executive officer (CEO) and chairman of Vanscoy Rare and CEO and chairman of RareMed Solutions, LLC, will deliver the Commencement address. Access the livestream link and details for the ceremony.

Monday, June 15 through Friday, June 19, Mellon Hall and campus: STEM Summer Camp
Organized by the School of Science and Engineering, this event invites students to identify and discuss various scientific and environmental factors impacting our community through interactive STEM program activities with Duquesne faculty and student mentors. Apply now.

Tuesday, June 16, to Wednesday, June 17, Thursday, June 25, and Friday, June 26, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., School of Pharmacy and campus: Pharmacy Exploration Days
Hosted by the School of Pharmacy and sponsored by Walgreens, these one-day summer camps are designed for high school and current college students thinking about transferring to explore pharmacy and the many career paths available to a Doctor of Pharmacy. Register by Thursday, June 11.

Tuesday, June 16, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Power Center Ballroom: BizBurgh Presents: AI Small Business Conference
Experience a hands-on AI conference (happening on campus!) for small and mid-sized businesses ready to move from experimentation to execution. Hosted by the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center, the event cost is $75 and includes breakfast, lunch and parking. View the full schedule and register.

Monday, June 22 through Thursday, June 25, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., campus: Forensic Science and Law Summer Workshop
The professional Forensic Science and Law fraternity Phi Sigma Lambda will host students at the 22nd Annual Forensic Science and Law Workshop at Duquesne University.