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."
Duquesne Celebrates Ribbon Cutting on New College of Osteopathic Medicine
Duquesne marks a milestone in the boldest initiative of its history with the opening
of the New College of Osteopathic Medicine. Watch the highlight video and read the
story!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Amid FAFSA Uncertainty, Duquesne Providing Financial Aid Planning Information
Duquesne University is providing financial aid estimates and planning tools to admitted students despite the confusion and delays with the federal government’s re-boot of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Duquesne President Named to Pittsburgh Power 100 List
Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has been named by the Pittsburgh Business Times to the Pittsburgh Power 100, its list of the region’s most influential business leaders.