Duquesne University School of Education

08/21/2026

We asked our future educators what they are most excited about for this new journey in the School of Education! From preparing for their future career endeavors to forming connections with new people, we loved hearing everything our students are looking forward to most! 📚🫶

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08/20/2026

We just love our School of Education ambassadors! We couldn’t do anything without these amazing students! Thank you all for the incredible hard work you do, and how you all make such a positive impact on our community! 🫶🍎

08/20/2026

Lights, camera, action! What an absolutely spectacular day with the most incredible people! Our fun-filled Hollywood orientation day was filled with fun games, lots of amazing food, and most importantly our new students who made it so special! Thank you to all of the ambassadors and staff that made this day possible, and we are so happy to welcome you all to the School of Education! 🎬❤️

08/14/2026

Megan Caskey, an SOE Ambassador and Education major, is the Assistant Director of the orientation leaders at Duquesne University! Not only does she shine as an educator, but she brings her passion and drive for all that she does on and off campus!

“Coming in as a new student, I immediately could see that Orientation was something special. Watching people from different backgrounds come together, with the shared purpose of serving others and creating a meaningful experience for students in a position we once were in, has shown me what it means to truly live out the mission of our university and contribute to something bigger than myself.” ~Megan Caskey

We cannot wait for you to meet all of our incredible orientation leaders and welcome our future students at Duquesne orientation this year! 🫶🍎

07/31/2026

Looking for the best spots to study, relax, and connect with others in Canevin Hall before returning this fall? Well, you are in luck because one of our rising juniors and School of Education Ambassadors, Abby Krogmann, introduces you to her five favorite places for all of our future Dukes! From the caring staff to the lounge areas, Canevin Hall has a place for all, and we cannot wait to see you all here in the Fall! 🫶🍎📚

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Video Description: A video showing the best spots in Canevin Hall at Duquesne University with a little tour of the building and what’s in store for our upcoming students to experience.

07/22/2026

Our students are kind of a big dill. 🥒

Last weekend, they traded textbooks for pickles and took on one of Pittsburgh's favorite traditions: Picklesburgh!

But honestly? They're a pretty big deal everyday.

Whether they're creating lesson plans, gaining hands-on classroom experience, collaborating with classmates, or finding new ways to inspire the next generation, our School of Education students show up with creativity, compassion, and a passion for making a difference.

We'll "relish" every chance to celebrate them. 💚

07/20/2026

Big dreams start with small hands. ✨

School of Education senior Joshua Spangler believes that when we spark a child's curiosity and excitement for learning early, we set them on a path toward a lifetime of success. That's exactly what he hoped to do when he brought his preschool students to Duquesne's campus, stopping at the Class Ring monument, a powerful symbol of the opportunities that education can unlock.

"Seeing their small hands reach up to touch that symbol of achievement reminds me exactly why I do what I do.​ My journey at Duquesne University has profoundly shaped my approach to education, inspiring me to always think about the students first. Whether I am working with preschoolers or preparing to teach middle school science, Duquesne has profoundly placed me the belief that education is about creating genuine excitement and community"

By introducing his students to the Duquesne University Class Ring monument, Joshua wasn't just sharing a campus tradition, he was helping them imagine a future they can achieve.

Today, they see a ring. Tomorrow, they may see one on their own hand as future Dukes, future educators, and future leaders. ❤️💙

07/16/2026

Looking for a way to beat the summer boredom? We have a great way to keep learning, stay engaged, and start a fresh new chapter... literally. 📚

Summer reading is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the world of literature, as well as create a new hobby that everyone can enjoy! Whether it's starting a book club, or reading in your own nook, reading has a way of curing that summer boredom while also letting the reader dive into their own creativity with the magic of a great story!

Our Duquesne University curriculum center director, Danielle Henzler, was recently featured on Talk Pittsburgh to share her advice on the best ways to get excited for summer reading, and the best books to do so with!

"The most important thing, especially in the summer, is for kids to have that choice. We want to empower them to make those decisions... It is building that excitement and building that joy however you can do it." — Danielle Henzler

Summer is a great time to relax, unwind, and open up a great new book, don't you think?

Take a look at this incredible video!!⬇️⬇️

Book recommendations ahead of school starting in a couple of weeks.

07/11/2026

FAST is more than registering for classes, it's the day our newest School of Education students begin building the community that will support them throughout their college journey.

This week during FAST, future teachers met classmates who will become study partners and lifelong friends, connected with faculty and staff who will mentor them, learned from current education students who have been in their shoes, and took their first steps toward making a difference in classrooms and communities.

For Skyler Parks, B.S.Ed., Early Level Education, the experience was exactly what she had hoped it would be:

"I was excited to meet new people and experience new things. My grandma graduated from the School of Education, and she always told me how welcoming and nice everyone was and how many great opportunities there are here."

Thank you to everyone who joined us for FAST this week. We can't wait to welcome you back to campus this fall and see the incredible impact you'll make as future educators!

Welcome to the Duquesne School of Education! 💙❤️

07/08/2026

Our ambassadors had so much fun this year at our first Duq Day event! It was so special to meet you all and spend the day with events, tours, and more! At the School of Education, we care greatly about bringing together the community so this event was a perfect opportunity for that! We want to thank all of our amazing ambassadors and the people who came together to make this day possible! Come join us at our next fall Duq Day!! 🫶🍎

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