View of the Admin Building and chapel

The Foundation of Our Rich and Vital Community

Diversity is important at Duquesne University. It is the foundation for our rich and vital community of learners—academically talented and motivated students from a variety of backgrounds. We provide support, services and independence to help students become learners and leaders.

Duquesne comprises a diverse population, including:
  • Students from all 50 states and more than 90 countries
  • Men and women from urban and rural areas, representing a wide range of faiths, races and socio-economic backgrounds.

Although we are Catholic in our founding, more than half of Duquesne’s students are non-Catholic.

Joyce Bender (left), CEO and founder of Bender Consulting Services, was the guest speaker at the Fourth Annual Disability Awareness Luncheon, on Oct. 14. She is chatting with Fr. James McCloskey, C.S.Sp, Vice President of Mission and Identity.

Diversity Statement


In accordance with the mission statement of Duquesne University, we serve God by serving students through the maintenance of an ecumenical atmosphere embracing diversity and inclusion. 

Guided by the Congregation of the Holy Spirit and its members in over 60 countries, and consistent with our Catholic tradition, our commitment to inclusive excellence encompasses every aspect of personhood — including age, citizenship, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation.  

This commitment is the responsibility of every member of the Duquesne University community.  On our campus and in all our efforts, broad ecumenism is both a response to the contemporary world and a timeless striving for the liberation of humanity from everything that offends dignity and freedom. 

In this way we advance the Reign of God in response to the Holy Spirit who gives life. 


Diversity News

 The Fourth Annual Disability Awareness Luncheon was held on Oct. 14, 2009. Joyce Bender, CEO and founder of Bender Consulting Services, discussed the importance and benefits of bringing people with disabilities into the workplace in real and meaninful positions.

Upcoming Events

Admissions Diversity Open House
Saturday, March 13, 2010
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Duquesne Room, Duquesne Union

Annual Spiritan Division Dinner
Friday, February 26
5 to 9 p.m.
Chapel and Union Ballroom

Unity Banquet
Friday, April 16, 6 p.m.
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs
Power Center Ballroom

Employment Contact

Marla D. Bradford
Senior Employment Recruiter
412.396.1403
bradfordm845@duq.edu