08/27/2026
When Londyn Imes, A'28, was making the decision about where to attend college last spring, the North Carolina native knew she needed to find a school in a big city where she could pursue a career in sports media.
Familiar with what it takes to achieve bigger goals, Londyn earned her associate's degree from Forsyth Tech alongside her high school diploma. She was able to transfer all 60 of those credits, putting her on track to graduate early.
She needed a media department like Duquesne University Media that would allow her to build a portfolio with client work that could launch her career.
"I chose Duquesne because of the location and program. Being from North Carolina, I've never had the big city experience I've always wanted. Pairing that with Liberal Arts' amazing Sports Information and Media program, which isn't a common major at many Southern schools, it was a perfect match," she said.
While she wasn't originally sure how she would feel going to college so far away from home, Londyn put down a deposit at Duquesne to bet on her future.
She knew it was the right choice the moment she stepped on campus.
"I was never one to believe the whole 'you'll feel it when you've found the school for you' idea, but I've never felt so at home before than how I feel both on this campus and in Pittsburgh," she said.
That feeling carried into Orientation, which she says exceeded her expectations.
"It was so fun and inviting and surprisingly very informational – an amazing way to learn my way around campus all at once," she said.
Before her classes began, Londyn was able to meet some of her professors, helping calm her nerves about classes.
This semester, she's taking courses in media design, public relations, political science, English, and history.
"I look forward to continuing my education at a school that truly cares so much about its students, has great and pure intentions, and constantly supports a safe and positive environment," she said.
