The Women's Guild of Duquesne University was founded in 1928 with the blessing of the University Chancellor, Bishop Boyle, to work with the Dean of Women in sponsoring activities. In the 1940's, the group joined with other alumni groups to help promote the Student Loan Fund. Their efforts led to an annual Pink Geranium Card Party. Proceeds went to the development of the University. The group also began honoring the mothers of the freshman students each Fall by hosting a tea.

These traditions continue today as women from all walks of life and associations with Duquesne University join together and continue to sponsor activities that benefit Duquesne University and our students. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today.

Join us!

We invite you to join the Women's Guild and be a part of this great tradition. Join online today or mail in a Membership Form. For more information, please email%20Melissa%20Loughner, President, at or call her at (412) 396-6055. Or like us on Facebook.

 

Save the Date

Stepping into Spring at the Derby, Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show - May 3, 2025

Stepping into Spring at the Derby

  • Catered Luncheon
  • Themed Refreshments
  • Cookie & Dessert Table
  • Wine Bar
Fashion Show Styled by
  • 306 Forbes Boutique
  • Silent Auction
  • Designer Purse Raffle
  • Basket Raffle & 50/50
  • Lottery Tree
  • Spring Market Shop Door Prizes
  • Most Original/Creative
  • Most School Spirit
  • Best Fascinator
  • Best from Hat-to-Toe Best Overall

Mail-in forms can be obtained by emailing loughnerm@duq.edu or calling (412) 396-6055.

Tickets $35 per guest or $350 to reserve a table of 10 guests.

Purchase Tickets
Lottery Tree Donations (Lottery Tickets, Gift Cards or Cash) - Please contact Maureen Poisker at poiskerm@duq.edu or (412) 396-6326

Basket Raffle Donations - Please contact Barb Marone by emailing bjmarone@gmail.com or calling (412) 480-1854/Lisa Zandier by emailing zandierl@duq.edu or calling (412) 396-5070.

Important Dates

2024-2025 Women's Guild Monthly Meetings
(11:00 a.m. via Zoom)

  • Thursday, September 12, 2024
  • Thursday, October 17, 2024
  • Thursday, November 7, 2024
  • Thursday, December 5, 2024
  • Thursday, January 16, 2025
  • Thursday, February 20, 2025
  • Thursday, March 13, 2025
  • Thursday, April 10, 2025
  • Thursday, May 8, 2025

Spring 2025 Women's Guild Monthly Masses
(12:00 p.m. the University Chapel)

  • Thursday, January 23rd
  • Tuesday, February 18th
  • Thursday, March 20th
  • Tuesday, April 22nd
  • Tuesday, May 20th
Please check back later for our next Book Club selection.

Please Save the Date for these Events!

  • Stepping Into Spring Fashion Show – Saturday, May 3, 2025

 

Cookbook Sale

Give the gift of cooking, baking and more with a Women's Guild cookbook. Filled with more than 100 tried-and-tested recipes such as Ken Gormley's Christmas Morning French Toast, Sharon Oelschlager's Coconut Macaroons or Rich and Lil Longo's Squash and Eggs - Zucca E Ova. For only $20, they make a well-priced, delicious gift. Supplies limited. Order your book today!