Our Vision
At Duquesne University, we know that today's students look at the world through a different lens. One that's global. And digital. Our students want a chance to voice their opinions. To engage in civil conversation about important issues. To find solutions to challenging problems. And to make a meaningful difference in the world.
That's why we're looking for passionate Duquesne students and faculty who will help us enhance the learning experience—so our graduates can go out and reimagine their world.
Duquesne University is pleased to offer John G. Rangos Sr. Prizes, designed to inspire students and faculty to work to enhance our curriculum, ensuring that it remains relevant and prepares students for productive futures.
View the 2024 Rangos Prizes Video pitches
Outcomes of the Competitions
FAQs
if you have any additional questions about the process and procedures for the Rangos Prizes, please email provost@duq.edu.
Those competing will present their proposals in the form most appropriate to their work. The finalists will make their presentations at a forum judged by faculty, student leaders and community leaders.
The competition entries should:
- Consider challenges facing new generations of students;
- Articulate issues confronting these students and offer creative solutions;
- Help ensure that they can envision a productive future in society, business, education, health sciences, the arts, law, government and public life; and
- Design innovative pathways for educating new generations of students in a bold fashion that is distinctly Catholic and Spiritan.
In addition, questions or inquiries about the process and procedures for Rangos Prizes can be sent to provost@duq.edu.
Application Information
This track is reserved for proposals from applicants who do not currently hold a Rangos prize.
Faculty and students from the inaugural cohort of Rangos prize winners are invited to submit proposals for the Advancing Applicant track.
The Duquesne University John G. Rangos Sr. Awards are administered through a competitive application process comprised of New Applicant and Advancing Applicant tracks. All eligible faculty and students are invited to apply. In the case of submissions by teams, the team shares a single award.
Duquesne University will not consider further internal funding requests for your project until your final report has been submitted.
Assistance is available for developing strong applications by scheduling a consultation appointment. To schedule a consultation, applicants can contact the Center for Teaching Excellence by email (cteFREEDUQUESNE). All consultation appointments will take place in 727 Fisher Hall.
Important Dates
- Rangos Prize Informational Sessions (727 Fisher Hall)
- Tuesday, November 12, 2024 (11:00 a.m. to Noon)
- Thursday, November 14, 2024 (2:00 to 3:00 p.m.)
- Friday, November 15, 2024 (Noon to 1:00 p.m.)
(Applicants can also contact the Center for Teaching Excellence by email (cteFREEDUQUESNE) to schedule individual consultations.)
- Application Deadline – Friday, December 6, 2024
- Rangos Finalist Preparation Workshops (727 Fisher Hall)
- Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (10:00 to 11:00 a.m.)
- Thursday, January 23, 2025 (2:00 to 3:00 p.m.)
- Rangos Video Pitch Submission Deadline – February 21, 2025
- Rangos Prize Online Video Competition – March 10-14, 2025
About the late John G. Rangos Sr.
The late John G. Rangos Sr. was the former chairman of Chambers Development Co. and the former vice-chairman of the board for USA Waste Services, Inc. He headed the John G. Rangos Sr. Charitable Foundations, which has funded many important initiatives throughout the Pittsburgh region.
Mr. Rangos received numerous awards for his visionary and philanthropic works. These include an honorary doctorate in health sciences from Duquesne University (2000); University commencement speaker (2000); and Rangos School of Health Sciences commencement speaker (2014). He was an integral part of the Duquesne University family and a role model for future generations of Duquesne students and graduates.
Read his complete bio on the Rangos Foundation website.