Celebrating 2003 - May 1, 2002

To the Duquesne University Community:

Next year we will be celebrating two significant events in the life of Duquesne University. On Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2003, the Spiritans will be marking the 300th anniversary of their founding as a religious community. October 1, 2003 will be the 125th year since the founding of Duquesne University and the McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts.

In order to observe this remarkable convergence, an Anniversaries Committee has been established, led by Fr. Chris Promis, C.S.Sp. The calendar year of 2003 will be the focus of our commemorations. The Committee will create and coordinate activities and special events during the year so that it is marked by appropriate celebrations.

At present, special events are planned on Feb. 2nd (the anniversary of the death of Venerable Francis Libermann) and on June 8th (Pentecost). A special academic convocation is set for Oct. 1, as well as an exhibit at the Heinz History Center from Oct. 1 to Dec. 15th. The Committee expects that Anniversaries themes will also be woven into standing annual events Homecoming, Alumni Downtown Luncheon, Commencement, etc.

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