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DePaul University seeks accreditation for Speech Language Pathology program

DePaul University seeks accreditation for Speech Language Pathology program

CHICAGO — The Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology program in DePaul University's College of Science and Health is a candidate... read more

DePaul University welcomes four new trustees

DePaul University welcomes four new trustees

CHICAGO — Four distinguished leaders from the fields of professional athletics, finance, theology and technology joined DePaul University’s Board of... read more

DePaul University awards annual Berrigan-McAlister Award to Los Angeles Catholic Worker

DePaul University awards annual Berrigan-McAlister Award to Los Angeles Catholic Worker

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University has named the Los Angeles Catholic Worker as the 2024 recipient of the Berrigan-McAlister Award. Created in 2021, the... read more

$1.6 million gift bolsters Business Law at DePaul University

$1.6 million gift bolsters Business Law at DePaul University

DePaul College of Law alumnus Marc Lieberman and his wife, Cindy, strengthen interdisciplinary programs with a $1.6 million legacy gift through their estate plan. ​

Scientists scan, create 3D images of more than 13,000 natural history specimens

Scientists scan, create 3D images of more than 13,000 natural history specimens

Specimens once restricted solely to the scientists who study them are now available as 3D models to everyone. (Florida Museum image by... read more

Experts from DePaul University available to discuss 2024 primaries, general election

Experts from DePaul University available to discuss 2024 primaries, general election

​CHICAGO — With the 2024 election season underway, voters are weighing in at primaries and caucuses around the country. DePaul University experts are... read more

DePaul University receives more than $10 million gift from estate of Mary Patricia Gannon

DePaul University receives more than $10 million gift from estate of Mary Patricia Gannon

​​CHICAGO — Mary Patricia Gannon, a longtime supporter of DePaul Uni​versit​y who died in February 2023, committed more than $10 million to the... read more

Upcoming DePaul Art Museum exhibition explores domestic violence

Upcoming DePaul Art Museum exhibition explores domestic violence

​​CHICAGO — Domestic violence is both a personal and societal issue and spans geographic, cultu​ral and linguistic lines. In her first solo museum... read more

Exploring memory and vision: 'In Memory Of' and 'The Image Pool' coming to DePaul Art Museum

Exploring memory and vision: 'In Memory Of' and 'The Image Pool' coming to DePaul Art Museum

​​CHICAGO — Two new exhibitions at DePaul Art Museum will challenge the established norms of art and join a transformative journey exploring memory,... read more

Research: Community health workers boost AI predictions of hospital readmission risk

Research: Community health workers boost AI predictions of hospital readmission risk

CHICAGO – Heath informatics — the intersection of health care data and machine learning — is a rapidly growing force throughout many hospitals.... read more

John Quiñones to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

John Quiñones to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

​​​ John​ Quiñones, Emmy-award winning, ABC News veteran, will be honored with the Distinguished Journalist Award and Rachel Hinton, a 2017... read more

DePaul and Rosalind Franklin award 2024 interdisciplinary research grants

DePaul and Rosalind Franklin award 2024 interdisciplinary research grants

​ Malaria, cigarette smoking and septic shock kill millions of people every year. In a fresh round of funding, DePaul University and Rosalind... read more

 Slender shark: Study finds Megalodon was not like a gigantic great white shark

Slender shark: Study finds Megalodon was not like a gigantic great white shark

Previous and new interpretations of Megalodon body form. A dark grey silhouette depicting the previously reconstructed Otodus megalodon... read more

DePaul closes Jan. 16, switch to remote class and work

DePaul closes Jan. 16, switch to remote class and work

​ Remote learning (Photo by Randall Spriggs, DePaul University) Due to extreme temperatures, the university will be closed tomorrow,... read more

Winter weather closure Jan. 12 at 7 p.m.

Winter weather closure Jan. 12 at 7 p.m.

​​CHICAGO —​ Due to expected adverse weather conditions this evening, all Loop and Lincoln Park buildings will close at 7 p.m. today,... read more

How to gift toys sustainably during the holidays

How to gift toys sustainably during the holidays

CHICAGO — In the toy aisle of a nearby store, hundreds of dolls, LEGO sets and stuffed animals await becoming a child’s favorite gift of the year.... read more

DePaul University appoints Cristel A. Turner as Chief Branding Officer

DePaul University appoints Cristel A. Turner as Chief Branding Officer

​​ CHICAGO — DePaul University has named seasoned marketing and branding strategist Cristel A. Turner as chief branding officer. Turner brings... read more

$1 million gift supports transformative scholarships

$1 million gift supports transformative scholarships

​ Jim and Michelle Ryan and Provost Salma Ghanem, gather with recipients of the Ryan Family Scholarship from the Jarvis College of... read more

DePaul University announces campaigns to enhance campus athletics facilities, academics

DePaul University announces campaigns to enhance campus athletics facilities, academics

​​​CHICAGO — Transforming DePaul University’s athletics facilities and shaping academic initiatives are the goals of a philanthropic expansion... read more

Napkin problems: DePaul University students discover solution to math puzzle

Napkin problems: DePaul University students discover solution to math puzzle

CHICAGO — An intriguing and whimsical pure math puzzle has a new solution, thanks to three recent DePaul University... read more

Election experts from DePaul University available to discuss key 2024 campaign topics

Election experts from DePaul University available to discuss key 2024 campaign topics

​​CHICAGO — Just 15 months away from Election Day 2024, campaigns for the presidency and Senate are well underway. More than a dozen Republican... read more

What to know about the state of voting rights ahead of 2024

What to know about the state of voting rights ahead of 2024

CHICAGO — In a pair of decisions this summer that surprised some voting rights advocates, the U.S. Supreme Court went against the trend of... read more

 Tiny scales reveal Megalodon was not as fast as believed, but mega-appetite explains gigantism

Tiny scales reveal Megalodon was not as fast as believed, but mega-appetite explains gigantism

​​​​ CHICAGO — A new study reveals the iconic extinct Megalodon, or ‘megatooth shark’, was a rather slow cruiser that used its warm-bloodedness to... read more

Prince William’s Homewards program taps Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness at DePaul University

Prince William’s Homewards program taps Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness at DePaul University

​​​ CHICAGO — Prince William and The Royal Foundation have tapped the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness as a sector partner for a new... read more

Megalodon shark was warm-blooded, confirm researchers using geochemical technique

Megalodon shark was warm-blooded, confirm researchers using geochemical technique

CHICAGO — A new study finds that the gigantic Megalodon or megatooth shark, which lived nearly worldwide roughly 15-3.6 million years ago and... read more

DePaul University computer scientists sequence cotton genome

DePaul University computer scientists sequence cotton genome

Assistant professor Thiru Ramaraj and alumna Azalea Mendoza have published one of the most complete genomes of a top species of cotton.... read more

Experts available to discuss NASCAR street race in Chicago

Experts available to discuss NASCAR street race in Chicago

​​​CHICAGO — The Grant Park 220 — a 100-lap, 220-mile NASCAR street race set to take place near Chicago’s Loop neighborhood July 2 — has been the talk... read more

DePaul Art Museum explores ‘marvelous tangle’ of life

DePaul Art Museum explores ‘marvelous tangle’ of life

​​ ​​​CHICAGO –– Opening this fall, DePaul Art Museum’s exhibition “Life Cycles” will include artworks from the museum’s permanent... read more

Three young Chicago filmmakers set off for Cannes Film Festival

Three young Chicago filmmakers set off for Cannes Film Festival

​​ CHICAGO — Three young filmmakers from Chicago are traveling to France this week to attend the Cannes Film Festival. As they set off on the dream... read more

DePaul University earns $4.2 million to prepare school counselors to serve in CPS

DePaul University earns $4.2 million to prepare school counselors to serve in CPS

​ DePaul faculty Autumn Cabell, Antonio Polo, Melissa Ockerman, (bottom row) Alexandra Novakovic and Rebecca Michel collaborated on the... read more

DePaul University invests $100K in alumna-founded media company

DePaul University invests $100K in alumna-founded media company

​​​CHIC​AGO –– DePaul University made its first investment of $100,000 from the new Halperin Emerging Company Fund in Visual... read more

Experts available to discuss refugees and forced migration

Experts available to discuss refugees and forced migration

​ CHIC​AGO — This week, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot declared a state of emergency as more than 8,000 migrants have arrived to the city... read more

DePaul University names John Milbauer dean of the School of Music

DePaul University names John Milbauer dean of the School of Music

CHICAGO — DePaul University Provost Salma Ghanem announced John Milbauer will serve as the dean of the School of Music​ effective July 1. Milbauer, a... read more

DePaul University names Jennifer Mueller dean of the College of Education

DePaul University names Jennifer Mueller dean of the College of Education

​CHICAGO — DePaul University Provost Salma Ghanem announced that Jennifer Mueller will serve as the dean of the College of Education... read more

DePaul University names Richard Wiltse vice president for Facility Operations

DePaul University names Richard Wiltse vice president for Facility Operations

​​​​DePaul University Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Sherri Sidler announced Rich Wiltse has been named vice president for... read more

DePaul names Alexandra Murphy dean of the College of Communication

DePaul names Alexandra Murphy dean of the College of Communication

​​​​CHICAGO — A longtime DePaul University leader and recognized communication studies scholar who has promoted innovation within the College of... read more

DePaul University experts available to discuss Chicago mayoral run-off, issues that will decide race

DePaul University experts available to discuss Chicago mayoral run-off, issues that will decide race

CHICAGO — As Chicago voters head to the polls in less than a month to decide whether Brandon Johnson, a Cook County Board Commissioner, or Paul... read more

Researcher Leonard A. Jason pushes discovery on long COVID, ME/CFS

Researcher Leonard A. Jason pushes discovery on long COVID, ME/CFS

CHICAGO — For three decades, DePaul University psychologist Leonard A. Jason has studied how common viruses can trigger a debilitating illness:... read more

Katie Fraumann appointed senior vice president for Advancement and External Relations

Katie Fraumann appointed senior vice president for Advancement and External Relations

Katie Fraumann has been appointed senior vice president for the Division of Advancement and External Relations. (Image courtesy of Katie... read more

Study captures nurses’ experiences of maternity care during COVID-19

Study captures nurses’ experiences of maternity care during COVID-19

​​ CHICAGO — Delivering an infant during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic was traumatic for many new parents. Researchers at the DePaul... read more

DePaul University board welcomes three new trustees

DePaul University board welcomes three new trustees

​​​​​  CHICAGO — Three distinguished leaders from the fields of investment advising and the restaurant industry recently joined DePaul... read more

DePaul University experts available to discuss upcoming Chicago elections

DePaul University experts available to discuss upcoming Chicago elections

CHICAGO — As Chicago voters head to the polls in less than a month to decide the next mayor of the third largest city in the U.S.—in addition to... read more

AI and health care: DePaul and Rosalind Franklin award interdisciplinary research grants

AI and health care: DePaul and Rosalind Franklin award interdisciplinary research grants

​​​ CHICAGO — DePaul University and Rosalind Franklin University of Science and Medicine are funding three faculty research projects that bring... read more

Judy Woodruff to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

Judy Woodruff to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

​​​​​​​ Best known for her years anchoring the “PBS NewsHour,” Judy Woodruff will be honored with the Distinguished Journalist Award from... read more

City Council proclaims Jan. 25 ‘DePaul Day’ in Chicago

City Council proclaims Jan. 25 ‘DePaul Day’ in Chicago

​​ DePaul students Tommy Le, Jaylen Johnson and Julianna De Leon and Erick Quezada (right) join Mayor Lori Lightfoot and DePaul... read more

Living on the edge: Small mammals in threatened, biodiverse hotspot hold clues for conservation

Living on the edge: Small mammals in threatened, biodiverse hotspot hold clues for conservation

​ A mouse opossum (Gracilinanus agilis) lives along the forest's edge at Limoy Biological Reserve, department of Alto Paraná, in... read more

DePaul University sponsors free community ice skating at Maggie Daley Park

DePaul University sponsors free community ice skating at Maggie Daley Park

​​​​ CHICAGO — DePaul University is marking a very special milestone: 125 years of engaging, diverse learning and service in Chicago. As part of... read more

DePaul University mourns Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

DePaul University mourns Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

CHICAGO — ​Robert L. Manuel, president of DePaul University, expressed his sorrow following the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who died Dec.... read more

DePaul University unites for inauguration of 13th president, Robert L. Manuel

DePaul University unites for inauguration of 13th president, Robert L. Manuel

​​ CHICAGO — DePaul University President Robert L. Manuel called upon faculty, staff and students “to engage, walk shoulder to shoulder with each... read more

Emergency situations concluded on Lincoln Park Campus

Emergency situations concluded on Lincoln Park Campus

Updated at 8:30 p.m. CHICAGO -- On Thursday, Oct. 27, emergency services from both DePaul and the City of Chicago responded to two... read more

DePaul University president appoints alumnus as chief of staff and vice president for strategic initiatives

DePaul University president appoints alumnus as chief of staff and vice president for strategic initiatives

​ CHICAGO — An executive leader with expertise in facilitating communication, building understanding and fostering culture change will serve as... read more

DePaul University to host virtual dialogue between Pope Francis and African university students

DePaul University to host virtual dialogue between Pope Francis and African university students

​   Pope Francis participates in the first Building Bridges event with students from the Americas hosted by Loyola University... read more

Study: Concerns over COVID-19 vaccine’s effectiveness, not general medical mistrust, slowed early uptake in Black, Latinx communities

Study: Concerns over COVID-19 vaccine’s effectiveness, not general medical mistrust, slowed early uptake in Black, Latinx communities

​​ CHICAGO — When the COVID-19 vaccine became widely available in spring of 2021, Black and Latinx populations had a slower uptake of the vaccine.... read more

Election experts from DePaul University available to discuss midterms

Election experts from DePaul University available to discuss midterms

​​​​Note: Article updated Oct. 25, 2022 with additional experts.CHICAGO — As voters head to the polls in less than a month to decide elected positions... read more

Sister Helen Prejean awarded St. Vincent de Paul Award by DePaul University

Sister Helen Prejean awarded St. Vincent de Paul Award by DePaul University

​CHICAGO — Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ, an internationally known anti-death penalty activist and author, will be awarded the prestigious Saint Vincent... read more

 DePaul University kicks off 125th anniversary

DePaul University kicks off 125th anniversary

​ CHICAGO — This year marks an important milestone in DePaul University’s history and an opportunity to think about the future – its 125th... read more

DePaul University to host activities at two Movies in the Parks in August

DePaul University to host activities at two Movies in the Parks in August

​​​ CHIC​AGO –– DePaul University students will play games, paint faces and entertain crowds at two parks this August as part of the... read more

DePaul University board welcomes new trustees

DePaul University board welcomes new trustees

​​CHICAGO —  Five​ leaders from fields ranging from public health to finance to philanthropic engagement joined DePaul University’s... read more

DePaul University faculty experts available to discuss back-to-school topics

DePaul University faculty experts available to discuss back-to-school topics

​CHICAGO — National education discussions from teacher shortages to curriculum requirements and school safety have been front and center throughout... read more

DePaul Art Museum to showcase Latinx, BIPOC surrealist women artists

DePaul Art Museum to showcase Latinx, BIPOC surrealist women artists

​​ Joiri Minaya’s “Container #7” from 2020 is part of “A Natural Turn.” (Courtesy of the artist)CHICAGO — This fall DePaul Art... read more

Experts from DePaul University to discuss summer movies and TV

Experts from DePaul University to discuss summer movies and TV

​​​​CHICAGO — Summer blockbusters are back. Moviegoers can enjoy big-name productions, including “Buzz Lightyear,” “Minions: The Rise of Gru” and... read more

Climate advocate, screenwriter, immigrant turned civic leader: Meet DePaul University’s Class of 2022

Climate advocate, screenwriter, immigrant turned civic leader: Meet DePaul University’s Class of 2022

​CHICAGO — An award-winning documentary filmmaker focusing on environmental issues. A DACA recipient turned permanent resident with dreams of being an... read more

Experts from DePaul University to discuss mass shootings

Experts from DePaul University to discuss mass shootings

 CHICAGO — The DePaul University community grieves for the dead in Uvalde, in our own city, nation, and throughout the world, and we accompany... read more

Dr. Robert L. Manuel Named as 13th President of DePaul University

Dr. Robert L. Manuel Named as 13th President of DePaul University

​ DePaul University announced Dr. Robert L. Manuel will serve as its 13th president. (DePaul University/Jeff Carrion)CHICAGO — Today, May... read more

Study: Nurses experienced ‘moral distress’ on frontlines of COVID-19 pandemic

Study: Nurses experienced ‘moral distress’ on frontlines of COVID-19 pandemic

CHICAGO — A new study from researchers at DePaul University’s School of Nursing documents the emotions of 100 nurses who cared for patients... read more

First international initiative to end street homelessness unveils important successes and systemic failures

First international initiative to end street homelessness unveils important successes and systemic failures

​​CHICAGO — In the first global initiative aimed at ending street homelessness, 13 cities around the world, including Chicago, discovered key... read more

The Rev. John T. Richardson, C.M., 9th president of DePaul University, passes away at 98

The Rev. John T. Richardson, C.M., 9th president of DePaul University, passes away at 98

​​​CHICAGO — The Rev. John T. Richardson, C.M., a visionary who led the historic expansion of DePaul University during his 12-year presidency, has... read more

New data reveals the giving patterns underlying the growth of donor-advised funds

New data reveals the giving patterns underlying the growth of donor-advised funds

​​​​CHICAGO — Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are an increasingly popular way to contribute to charity by allowing a donor to store future contributions in... read more

Transformative gift to DePaul University renames College of Computing and Digital Media

Transformative gift to DePaul University renames College of Computing and Digital Media

CHICAGO — Eugene P. Jarvis, a trailblazer in the video game industry, and his wife Sasha L. Gerritson (MUS ’99), a DePaul trustee and alumna, are... read more

Cooler waters created larger Megalodon than warmer waters

Cooler waters created larger Megalodon than warmer waters

​CHICAGO — A new study reveals that the iconic extinct Megalodon or megatooth shark grew to larger sizes in cooler environments than in warmer areas.... read more

DePaul University faculty discuss Russian invasion of Ukraine

DePaul University faculty discuss Russian invasion of Ukraine

DePaul faculty in political science, law, refugee studies and global homelessness can discuss topics related to the Russian invasion of... read more

DePaul University names Martine Kei Green-Rogers dean for The Theatre School

DePaul University names Martine Kei Green-Rogers dean for The Theatre School

CHICAGO — An esteemed dramaturg and higher education leader who is passionate about teaching will serve as the next dean for The Theatre School at... read more

Latest study reveals no one still knows what the Megalodon really looked like

Latest study reveals no one still knows what the Megalodon really looked like

​​​CHICAGO —​ A new scientific study shows that all previously proposed body forms of the gigantic Megalodon, or megatooth shark, which lived nearly... read more

DePaul names Sulin Ba dean for the Driehaus College of Business

DePaul names Sulin Ba dean for the Driehaus College of Business

​ Sulin Ba, a higher education leader who is dedicated to fostering research, interdisciplinary collaboration and global learning, will... read more

Bill Whitaker to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

Bill Whitaker to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

​​ Bill Whitaker will receive the Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University's Center for Journalism Integrity and... read more

Self-help recovery homes protect residents from COVID infection, death

Self-help recovery homes protect residents from COVID infection, death

New DePaul University research finds residents of Oxford House recovery homes had lower rates of COVID-19. (iStock.com/WinnieVinzence)... read more

DePaul Art Museum explores themes of torture, reparations in upcoming exhibition

DePaul Art Museum explores themes of torture, reparations in upcoming exhibition

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul Art Museum’s exhibition “Remaking the Exceptional: Tea, Torture, and Reparations | Chicago to Guantánamo” marks 20 years since the... read more

DePaul, Rush expand collaboration

DePaul, Rush expand collaboration

​ ​CHICAGO — Building on the success of their partnership in founding and operating the​ Center for Community Health Equity, DePaul and Rush... read more

DePaul University and the Deloitte Foundation to Fund Scholarships for Students Pursuing a Fifth-Year Master’s Program in Accounting

DePaul University and the Deloitte Foundation to Fund Scholarships for Students Pursuing a Fifth-Year Master’s Program in Accounting

​​ CHICAGO – The School of Accountancy & MIS (SOAMIS) at DePaul University is collaborating with the Deloitte Foundation in the... read more

Experts available to discuss refugees and forced migration

Experts available to discuss refugees and forced migration

​ CHICAGO — As hundreds of Afghan families prepare to resettle in the Chicago region, DePaul University faculty experts are available to... read more

$8 Million Bequest Supports Student Scholarships

$8 Million Bequest Supports Student Scholarships

Robert A. Holland has made an $8 million gift to DePaul University to support student scholarships. The bequest honors the legacy of his late wife,... read more

DePaul Art Museum highlights socially engaged artists, educators in fall exhibitions

DePaul Art Museum highlights socially engaged artists, educators in fall exhibitions

Artist and DePaul faculty member Jim Duignan founded the Stockyard Institute to respond to needs, questions, and hopes of the youth,... read more

Experts available to discuss anniversary of 9/11

Experts available to discuss anniversary of 9/11

CHICAGO — As the United States approaches the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in 2001, DePaul University faculty and experts are... read more

Sterling Bay’s Prysm Institute and DePaul University Launch Entrepreneurship Initiative

Sterling Bay’s Prysm Institute and DePaul University Launch Entrepreneurship Initiative

​ A new initiative with Sterling Bay's Prysm Institute will give DePaul student, faculty, staff and alumni entrepreneurs access to... read more

DePaul University President A. Gabriel Esteban stepping down summer 2022

DePaul University President A. Gabriel Esteban stepping down summer 2022

​CHICAGO — ​DePaul University announced today that A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., will step down from his position as president at the end of the... read more

Inspired by Sikh faith, DePaul graduate leveling gender disparities for finance majors

Inspired by Sikh faith, DePaul graduate leveling gender disparities for finance majors

​​CHICAGO — When Seerat Kaler sees a need, she doesn’t stop until there’s progress. As a sophomore at DePaul University, she used an internship... read more

Study: ‘Brai​n fog’ persists among COVID-19 long-haulers

Study: ‘Brai​n fog’ persists among COVID-19 long-haulers

​ CHICAGO — As people with long-haul COVID-19 continue to recover from their illness, neurocognitive symptoms may persist or even worsen over time,... read more

DePaul University trustees appoint Salma Ghanem as provost

DePaul University trustees appoint Salma Ghanem as provost

​​CHICAGO — DePaul University’s Board of Trustees voted on Friday, May 7, to appoint Salma Ghanem as provost, effective immediately. Ghanem, professor... read more

DePaul University appoints Sherri Sidler as executive vice president

DePaul University appoints Sherri Sidler as executive vice president

CHICAGO — DePaul University’s Board of Trustees has appointed Sherri Sidler as executive vice president. Sidler, an accomplished and longtime... read more

Poet sets out to teach and serve in Chicago

Poet sets out to teach and serve in Chicago

​​​​​​​​ Juan Sandoval knows what it’s like to have a teacher change your life. A longtime resident of the Gage Park neighborhood on Chicago’s South... read more

DePaul Art Museum reopening May 14

DePaul Art Museum reopening May 14

​CHICAGO — With COVID-19 safety precautions in place, DePaul Art Museum will reopen to in-person viewing May 14. A pair of exhibitions —... read more

WGN anchor Lourdes Duarte to join DePaul University’s commencement

WGN anchor Lourdes Duarte to join DePaul University’s commencement

​​​​​​​CHICAGO — Emmy-winning WGN reporter Lourdes Duarte will serve as alumni inductor at DePaul University’s commencement ceremonies, which debut... read more

DePaul University to require COVID-19 vaccine for students in fall 2021

DePaul University to require COVID-19 vaccine for students in fall 2021

CHICAGO — DePaul University will require students to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before returning in-person to campus this fall. This requirement... read more

$1.5 million pledged to DePaul University will support scholarships, athletics and homelessness institute

$1.5 million pledged to DePaul University will support scholarships, athletics and homelessness institute

​​ CHICAGO — DePaul University alumnus and native Chicagoan Bertram “Bert” L. Scott has pledged $1.5 million to support Now We Must: The Campaign for... read more

Ron Magers to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

Ron Magers to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

CHICAGO — Legendary Chicago news anchor Ron Magers and Chicago Tribune police reporter Jeremy Gorner will receive awards in 2021 from DePaul... read more

DePaul University researcher links diabetes mortality, racial inequities

DePaul University researcher links diabetes mortality, racial inequities

CHICAGO — Black Americans are dying from diabetes at higher rates than their white neighbors in all of the 30 largest cities in the U.S. This finding... read more

Statement from DePaul University president on the death of Richard H. Driehaus

Statement from DePaul University president on the death of Richard H. Driehaus

​​​CHICAGO — Statement from A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul University, on the passing of Richard H. Driehaus.  “It is with deep... read more

Study provides guidance for supporting neighborhood entrepreneurs post pandemic

Study provides guidance for supporting neighborhood entrepreneurs post pandemic

​​​​CHICAGO — A well-run small business can help lead the resurgence of a neighborhood and become an anchor for the community. Entrepreneurs may... read more

DePaul University receives $21 million for scholarships, homelessness institute

DePaul University receives $21 million for scholarships, homelessness institute

​ DePaul alumnus George L. Ruff and his wife, Tanya S. Ruff, have made gifts to the university totaling $21 million to support... read more

DePaul University to reopen campuses Wednesday, Feb. 17

DePaul University to reopen campuses Wednesday, Feb. 17

CHICAGO — DePaul University’s Loop and Lincoln Park campuses will reopen Wednesday, Feb. 17, after being closed since 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, due to... read more

Student need propels $5 million gift for scholarships at DePaul University

Student need propels $5 million gift for scholarships at DePaul University

​​CHICAGO — In keeping with their long-term commitment to providing students with access to high-quality education, Jennifer, Robin and Heather Steans... read more

DePaul University closes Lincoln Park and Loop campuses due to extreme weather forecast

DePaul University closes Lincoln Park and Loop campuses due to extreme weather forecast

​ CHICAGO — Due to continuing poor weather and dangerous road conditions Monday, DePaul University is closing its Loop and Lincoln Park campuses... read more

Actor, writer Lena Waithe to headline screenwriting conference at DePaul University

Actor, writer Lena Waithe to headline screenwriting conference at DePaul University

​Actor and screenwriter Lena Waithe will headline this year's virtual Courier 12 Screenwriting Conference, organized by DePaul University's School of Cinematic Arts.​

NIH-funded study examines mono, chronic fatigue syndrome in college students

NIH-funded study examines mono, chronic fatigue syndrome in college students

​ College students who developed chronic fatigue syndrome after contracting mono had more physical symptoms and immune irregularities at... read more

Megalodon shark gave live birth to large newborns that likely grew by eating unhatched eggs in womb

Megalodon shark gave live birth to large newborns that likely grew by eating unhatched eggs in womb

​​ ​​​​CHICAGO — A new study shows that the gigantic Megalodon or megatooth shark, which lived nearly worldwide roughly 15-3.6 million years ago and... read more

Geoffrey Wiseman joins DePaul University as endowed chair of applied diplomacy

Geoffrey Wiseman joins DePaul University as endowed chair of applied diplomacy

​CHICAGO — Geoffrey Wiseman, a professor, career foreign service officer and expert on diplomatic theory and practice, will join DePaul University’s... read more

DePaul University names Brian Sullivan treasurer

DePaul University names Brian Sullivan treasurer

​​​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University announced today, Jan. 8, that Brian Sullivan will serve as its next treasurer. His appointment is effective Jan.... read more

DePaul University welcomes public comment related to accreditation of new master’s program in speech language pathology

DePaul University welcomes public comment related to accreditation of new master’s program in speech language pathology

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University’s Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology Program is under review for candidacy accreditation by the Council on... read more

‘LatinXAmerican’ set to open at DePaul Art Museum this winter

‘LatinXAmerican’ set to open at DePaul Art Museum this winter

​​​CHICAGO — Designed to increase the visibility of Latinx artists and voices in museums, DePaul Art Museum has compiled an intergenerational group... read more

Data scientists fill in gaps on race, ethnicity in COVID-19 testing

Data scientists fill in gaps on race, ethnicity in COVID-19 testing

​​ CHICAGO — Thousands of people are being tested for COVID-19 each day, but collecting complete demographic information, including race and... read more

DePaul University announces State Scholar Plus scholarship program for high-achieving students nationwide to earn a private university education at an attainable cost

DePaul University announces State Scholar Plus scholarship program for high-achieving students nationwide to earn a private university education at an attainable cost

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University is launching the State Scholar Plus scholarship program for qualifying high school graduates who are entering college... read more

Chicago-based artist Ayanah Moor’s work on display at DePaul Art Museum

Chicago-based artist Ayanah Moor’s work on display at DePaul Art Museum

CHICAGO — In a new site-specific billboard exhibition at DePaul Art Museum viewable from the Chicago Transit Authority’s Fullerton ‘L’ platform,... read more

DePaul University welcomes 2 CFOs to its board of trustees

DePaul University welcomes 2 CFOs to its board of trustees

​CHICAGO —DePaul University is welcoming business leaders Manny Favela and Christopher Jorge Del Moral-Niles to its 41-member board of trustees.Favela... read more

Body size of the extinct Megalodon indeed off the charts in the shark world

Body size of the extinct Megalodon indeed off the charts in the shark world

​​​​​​CHICAGO — A new study shows that the body size of the iconic gigantic Megalodon or megatooth shark, about 50 feet (15 meters) in length, is... read more

Building an antiracist lab: Scientists offer steps to take action now

Building an antiracist lab: Scientists offer steps to take action now

​​​​​​​​​​​CHICAGO — Racial and ethnic diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) remains low, continuing to raise concerns... read more

DePaul University welcomes 2 business leaders, alumnae to board of trustees

DePaul University welcomes 2 business leaders, alumnae to board of trustees

​​​CHICAGO — As the fall academic quarter gets underway, DePaul University is welcoming two alumnae, Anna Richo and Ruth Williams-Brinkley, to its... read more

 DePaul University announces 'Now We Must: The Campaign for DePaul’s Students'

DePaul University announces 'Now We Must: The Campaign for DePaul’s Students'

CHICAGO — DePaul University students are balancing staying safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, while also keeping the momentum going toward... read more

Women presidential candidates are focus of DePaul Art Museum window installation

Women presidential candidates are focus of DePaul Art Museum window installation

​​​​CHICAGO — The United States has never had a woman president, but the list of trailblazing women who have run for the office is longer than many... read more

Sinai Health System and DePaul University come together to address health inequities

Sinai Health System and DePaul University come together to address health inequities

​​​​​CHICAGO — Sinai Health System and DePaul University announce today they will join forces to address critical health inequities in Chicago through... read more

Kentucky’s DeWayne Peevy named director of athletics at DePaul University

Kentucky’s DeWayne Peevy named director of athletics at DePaul University

​​​​CHICAGO — DeWayne Peevy, an admired and respected leader in collegiate athletics, will serve as the next director of athletics at DePaul... read more

Nursing during COVID: DePaul University researchers interview front-line nurses

Nursing during COVID: DePaul University researchers interview front-line nurses

​​​​ CHICAGO ​​— Nurses sharing their stories from the COVID-19 pandemic may change the health care profession, said Shannon Simonovich, an assistant... read more

Morrison Family Foundation’s $1M gift to DePaul University honors legacy of Harrison I. Steans

Morrison Family Foundation’s $1M gift to DePaul University honors legacy of Harrison I. Steans

​​​​​​​​CHICAGO — The Harold M. and Adeline S. Morrison Family Foundation and Morrison family provided a $1 million gift to DePaul University to... read more

RSM $1 Million gift endows accounting faculty fellowships at DePaul University

RSM $1 Million gift endows accounting faculty fellowships at DePaul University

​​​​CHICAGO — The RSM US Foundation has made a $1 million gift to DePaul University to promote academic excellence at DePaul’s School of Accountancy... read more

Conrad N. Hilton Foundation gives $1.5 Million grant to support DePaul University partnership with Kenya’s Tangaza University College

Conrad N. Hilton Foundation gives $1.5 Million grant to support DePaul University partnership with Kenya’s Tangaza University College

​​​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University received a $1.5 million gift from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to support its ongoing partnership with Tangaza... read more

DePaul University College of Law receives $1 million gift to establish Kopple Scholars Endowment

DePaul University College of Law receives $1 million gift to establish Kopple Scholars Endowment

​​CHICAGO — The DePaul University College of Law announces the Kopple Scholars Endowment, made possible through a $1 million gift from alumnus Robert... read more

DePaul University researchers address COVID-19 challenges

DePaul University researchers address COVID-19 challenges

​​​​​​CHICAGO — In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, DePaul University has called on its scientific community to address challenges in the areas of... read more

Statement from DePaul University on joining amicus brief in opposition to ICE policy modifications for international students

Statement from DePaul University on joining amicus brief in opposition to ICE policy modifications for international students

​​CHICAGO — DePaul University has been in contact with elected officials, and is closely following a legal challenge to policy modifications announced... read more

Symbiotic underground fungi disperse by wind, new study finds

Symbiotic underground fungi disperse by wind, new study finds

​A new study published in the journal New Phytologist from a research team led by environmental scientist Bala Chaudhary at DePaul University uncovered previously undiscovered patterns in the dispersal of mycorrhizal fungi that could help ecologists understand how these beneficial fungi travel. ​

DePaul University announces the appointment of Kathryn Stieber as secretary of the university, in addition to her new role as vice president and general counsel

DePaul University announces the appointment of Kathryn Stieber as secretary of the university, in addition to her new role as vice president and general counsel

​CHICAGO — DePaul University announces that Kathryn Stieber was appointed by the board of trustees as secretary of the university, effective July 1.... read more

100 poets write about Chicago gun violence in new book

100 poets write about Chicago gun violence in new book

​​CHICAGO — One of poetry’s most important powers is its ability to personalize the impersonal, according to Chris Green, a senior professional... read more

Statement from DePaul University president on U.S. Supreme Court decisions affecting DACA and LGBTQ+ rights

Statement from DePaul University president on U.S. Supreme Court decisions affecting DACA and LGBTQ+ rights

​​​​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University President A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., sent the following message to the university community today, under the heading... read more

Athletic Director Jean Lenti Ponsetto to retire from DePaul University

Athletic Director Jean Lenti Ponsetto to retire from DePaul University

​​​​​​​​CHICAGO — Following an illustrious 45-year career at DePaul University, Athletic Director Jean Lenti Ponsetto has notified university... read more

 Comedy, health care, theatre and law: Meet DePaul University’s Class of 2020

Comedy, health care, theatre and law: Meet DePaul University’s Class of 2020

CHICAGO — This June, DePaul University will celebrate the Class of 2020 in an unprecedented way: Online ceremonies that will provide graduates,... read more

Theatre grad aims high with solo show: ‘A Diva’s Bedroom’

Theatre grad aims high with solo show: ‘A Diva’s Bedroom’

​​CHICAGO — Since childhood, Sydney Michelle Nelson found solace in heading to her bedroom, closing the door and turning on music. She would transport... read more

Graduating health sciences major learns from working with patients

Graduating health sciences major learns from working with patients

​​​​​​​CHICAGO — Radhwa Ramadan is driven to help others and give back to her community. While interning at a local Chicago clinic, Ramadan learned... read more

Comedy screenwriters graduate with MFAs from DePaul University

Comedy screenwriters graduate with MFAs from DePaul University

CHICAGO — Comedy writers Emma Rosenthal and Courtney Hull are used to finding humor in dark places. They are set to graduate from DePaul University... read more

Community psychologists: Agents of change

Community psychologists: Agents of change

​​​CHICAGO — For decades, community psychologists have used their psychology training to identify solutions to challenging problems like neighborhood... read more

Law grad focuses on homelessness, social justice

Law grad focuses on homelessness, social justice

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University’s mission to serve others has always meant something special to Ezra Graham ​Lintner. During their studies at the... read more

DePaul University names Cynthia Pickett associate provost for diversity, equity and inclusion

DePaul University names Cynthia Pickett associate provost for diversity, equity and inclusion

​CHICAGO — Following a national search, DePaul University Interim Provost Salma Ghanem announced May 14, that Cynthia Pickett will serve as the... read more

Study: Ecological dipoles reveal where trees may reproduce across North America

Study: Ecological dipoles reveal where trees may reproduce across North America

​ CHICAGO — Forests in North America create a ripple effect in the ecosystem when trees occasionally reproduce synchronously en masse — a process... read more

‘Stranger Things’ actor Joe Keery to join DePaul University’s virtual commencement

‘Stranger Things’ actor Joe Keery to join DePaul University’s virtual commencement

CHICAGO — Strange times can be a great catalyst for creativity and connection. No one understands this better than actor Joe Keery, the 2014 DePaul... read more

DePaul University names Tatum Thomas dean of School of Continuing and Professional Studies

DePaul University names Tatum Thomas dean of School of Continuing and Professional Studies

​CHICAGO —​ For more than 15 years, Tatum Thomas has committed herself to preparing adult and nontraditional learners for the next stage in their... read more

DePaul University names cancer researcher, higher education leader as dean of the College of Science and Health

DePaul University names cancer researcher, higher education leader as dean of the College of Science and Health

​An expert in cancer biology and leader in higher education will serve as the next dean for DePaul University’s College of Science and Health. Interim Provost Salma Ghanem announced April 29 that Stephanie Dance-Barnes will join the DePaul community July 1.​

Women’s suffrage: DePaul University experts available to discuss 100th anniversary

Women’s suffrage: DePaul University experts available to discuss 100th anniversary

​CHICAGO — The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing women the right to vote was ratified by the states Aug. 18, 1920. During the 100th... read more

DePaul University experts available to discuss recovery, life after the COVID-19 pandemic

DePaul University experts available to discuss recovery, life after the COVID-19 pandemic

​CHICAGO — Recovery. Reentry. Reopen. Return. A new normal. Faculty experts at DePaul University are available for news media interviews about what... read more

Fandoms and virtual engagement in a time of social distancing

Fandoms and virtual engagement in a time of social distancing

CHICAGO — With many people remaining in physical isolation due to the coronavirus, some are turning to old hobbies and even older TV shows to stay... read more

Ecological dipoles: A new approach to tracking plants, wildlife

Ecological dipoles: A new approach to tracking plants, wildlife

​​​ ​ CHICAGO — For decades, climatologists have used data to predict large trends in weather, such as El Niño, that affect entire continents.... read more

DePaul University extends pay for student workers, hourly employees to June 30

DePaul University extends pay for student workers, hourly employees to June 30

​​​​​CHICAGO —With the COVID-19 pandemic showing few signs of ending soon, DePaul University will extend the pay guidelines that it shared with... read more

Chicago public health expert on disparities of coronavirus and African Americans

Chicago public health expert on disparities of coronavirus and African Americans

​​CHICAGO—More African Americans are dying of COVID-19 in Chicago than any other racial group, according to data released this week by the Chicago... read more

DePaul University freezes tuition for 2020-21 academic year to ease economic burden posed by COVID-19

DePaul University freezes tuition for 2020-21 academic year to ease economic burden posed by COVID-19

​​​​CHICAGO — In recognition of the economic uncertainty that the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced into families’ lives, DePaul University today... read more

DePaul University faculty, students use 3D printers to make face shields, face mask covers

DePaul University faculty, students use 3D printers to make face shields, face mask covers

​CHICAGO — Health care workers treating COVID-19 patients across the nation are facing a critical shortage of personal protection equipment,... read more

Supply chain expert on mitigating COVID-19 disruption

Supply chain expert on mitigating COVID-19 disruption

 CHICAGO — Supply chains affect many facets of our lives, from empty toilet paper aisles to a lack of facemasks for health care workers.... read more

 DePaul University nurses donate personal protection equipment to local hospitals

DePaul University nurses donate personal protection equipment to local hospitals

​​​CHICAGO — As health care providers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic face a national shortage of medical supplies, DePaul University’s... read more

Communication expert: Customize your social media to cope with COVID-19

Communication expert: Customize your social media to cope with COVID-19

​​​​​​CHICAGO — How are you holding up? Many of us are tuning in to social media to ask how others are doing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Connecting... read more

DePaul University’s Laila Farah part of group tasked with designing National Pulse Memorial & Museum

DePaul University’s Laila Farah part of group tasked with designing National Pulse Memorial & Museum

​CHICAGO — Laila Farah, an associate professor in DePaul University’s Women’s and Gender Studies department, is part of a group selected to design a... read more

DePaul University professor Margaret Storey named Illinois Mother of the Year

DePaul University professor Margaret Storey named Illinois Mother of the Year

​​CHICAGO — For Margaret Storey, epilepsy awareness advocacy isn’t just a passing interest, it’s a life mission to honor her daughter Josie’s daily... read more

Privacy policies influence consumer behavior online, new study finds

Privacy policies influence consumer behavior online, new study finds

​​CHICAGO — Deciding how much personal information to share online has become an everyday choice for consumers. However, whose responsibility is it to... read more

DePaul University experts available to discuss coronavirus issues

DePaul University experts available to discuss coronavirus issues

​​CHICAGO — Faculty experts at DePaul University are available for news media interviews about the COVID-19 pandemic. Scholars who research... read more

DePaul University receives major gift to create leadership development center

DePaul University receives major gift to create leadership development center

​CHICAGO — Chicago businesses and DePaul University students will soon have access to a new resource for leadership education, training and research.... read more

Arbor Day Foundation honors DePaul University with 2019 Tree Campus USA recognition

Arbor Day Foundation honors DePaul University with 2019 Tree Campus USA recognition

​​​​​CHICAGO — For the second year in a row, DePaul University was honored with a Tree Campus USA recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its... read more

Expert: Art museums ‘have work to do to represent complete human experience’

Expert: Art museums ‘have work to do to represent complete human experience’

​​CHICAGO — Historically, art museum galleries have lacked diversity of gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, abilities, and sexual orientation, and... read more

Tell your story: DePaul University offers MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing

Tell your story: DePaul University offers MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing

​​CHICAGO — Writers are rarely just working on one thing. They are copy writers on deadline, teachers penning poems and office workers starting a... read more

DePaul Art Museum sets out to ‘change art history’ with Latinx Initiative

DePaul Art Museum sets out to ‘change art history’ with Latinx Initiative

​​​CHICAGO — As a small but mighty influencer in the world of contemporary art, DePaul Art Museum is launching a Latinx Initiative to increase the... read more

C2E2 to feature DePaul University panels on careers in esports, building a gaming computer

C2E2 to feature DePaul University panels on careers in esports, building a gaming computer

CHICAGO — This year’s Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo — C2E2 — will feature a pair of DePaul University panels that focus on careers in esports... read more

‘Breaking Bad’ producer Stewart A. Lyons, ‘First Cow’ director Kelly Reichardt to appear at DePaul University

‘Breaking Bad’ producer Stewart A. Lyons, ‘First Cow’ director Kelly Reichardt to appear at DePaul University

​​​CHICAGO — Creators of award-winning television shows and movies will appear at DePaul University’s School of Cinematic Arts for its Visiting... read more

Poet and novelist Erika Sánchez teaches writing, Latinx literature at DePaul University

Poet and novelist Erika Sánchez teaches writing, Latinx literature at DePaul University

​​​​​CHICAGO — When award-winning writer and poet Erika Sánchez was growing up in the Chicago suburb of Cicero, she felt a deep connection to TV... read more

DePaul University board welcomes 6 trustees

DePaul University board welcomes 6 trustees

CHICAGO — DePaul University announces that six leaders from the fields of business, education and finance have been elected to its 40-member board of... read more

Study finds many youth living with undiagnosed chronic fatigue syndrome

Study finds many youth living with undiagnosed chronic fatigue syndrome

​​​​​​​​CHICAGO — Most youth living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) have not been diagnosed, according to a new... read more

Cause of gap in starting pay between male and female physicians still inconclusive

Cause of gap in starting pay between male and female physicians still inconclusive

CHICAGO — When taking into account factors such as work-life balance, the pay difference between new male and female physicians is still largely... read more

NIH funds Chicago-based study of chronic fatigue syndrome and mono in college age students

NIH funds Chicago-based study of chronic fatigue syndrome and mono in college age students

​CHICAGO — Pathophysiological underpinnings of the development of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are still poorly... read more

DePaul University names Soumitra Ghosh vice president for enrollment management

DePaul University names Soumitra Ghosh vice president for enrollment management

CHICAGO — DePaul University has appointed Soumitra Ghosh, Ph.D., as its next vice president for enrollment management, effective May 1.  “DePaul... read more

Ron Magers to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

Ron Magers to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

Update: This event has been cancelled due to COVID-19. The Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence looks forward to honoring outstanding... read more

Spring exhibition at DePaul Art Museum explores human impact on the environment

Spring exhibition at DePaul Art Museum explores human impact on the environment

​​CHICAGO — In spring 2020, DePaul Art Museum will present "The World to Come: Art in the Age of the... read more

DHGE and DePaul University collaborate to offer custom-designed online education programs for healthcare professionals

DHGE and DePaul University collaborate to offer custom-designed online education programs for healthcare professionals

​CHICAGO — In its most ambitious partnership to date, Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE), the leading healthcare workforce development company, is... read more

World’s Big Sleep Out: DePaul University hosts Chicago event Dec. 7

World’s Big Sleep Out: DePaul University hosts Chicago event Dec. 7

CHICAGO —People around the world will give up their beds and sleep outside on Dec. 7 to help put an end to global homelessness. The World’s Big Sleep... read more

Dinosaur-era shark fossil discovered in Kansas; researchers name it Cretodus houghtonorum

Dinosaur-era shark fossil discovered in Kansas; researchers name it Cretodus houghtonorum

​Excavation of a partial skeleton of the newly described, 91-million-year-old fossil shark, Cretodus houghtonorum, in central Kansas in 2010,... read more

Expert: Citizen diplomats necessary to address rise of nationalism in Europe

Expert: Citizen diplomats necessary to address rise of nationalism in Europe

CHICAGO — DePaul University associate professor David Wellman, an expert in the relationship between diplomacy, interreligious engagement and... read more

Irish ambassador to US to speak at DePaul University Nov. 20

Irish ambassador to US to speak at DePaul University Nov. 20

CHICAGO — Daniel Mulhall, the Irish ambassador to the U.S., visits DePaul University Nov. 20 to participate in a lecture and Q&A session titled... read more

Stop-motion animators to brighten Chicago’s State Street with Christmas window

Stop-motion animators to brighten Chicago’s State Street with Christmas window

​​​​CHICAGO — Lavish Christmas window displays along State Street have been a tradition in downtown Chicago since the late 1800s,... read more

Ann Skiffington assumes leadership role in new Office of Gender Equity

Ann Skiffington assumes leadership role in new Office of Gender Equity

CHICAGO — A new Office of Gender Equity was created at DePaul this year to more accurately describe the responsibilities of the Title IX Coordinator,... read more

NIMH funds youth violence prevention research at DePaul University

NIMH funds youth violence prevention research at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Psychology researchers at DePaul University have received a $6.6 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health to reduce... read more

‘Woodstock at 50’ headlines DePaul Humanities Center’s fall season

‘Woodstock at 50’ headlines DePaul Humanities Center’s fall season

​CHICAGO — Two hours of peace and music, and the arts and humanities, to commemorate the golden anniversary of the Woodstock music festival,... read more

​Paleobiologist clarifies scientific record of the size of extinct megatooth shark

​Paleobiologist clarifies scientific record of the size of extinct megatooth shark

​CHICAGO — The iconic extinct megatooth shark, Otodus megalodon, is an impressive gigantic shark, but new research shows scientifically justifiable... read more

4 new murals under Fullerton ‘L’ station explore DePaul University milestones

4 new murals under Fullerton ‘L’ station explore DePaul University milestones

​​CHICAGO — The newest murals in a multi-year public art project to memorialize key figures and moments in DePaul... read more

$20M gift establishes The Grace School of Applied Diplomacy at DePaul University

$20M gift establishes The Grace School of Applied Diplomacy at DePaul University

CHICAGO — DePaul University has received a $20 million gift from anonymous benefactors to establish The Grace School of Applied Diplomacy, which is... read more

DePaul University to host Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet Competition

DePaul University to host Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet Competition

CHICAGO — Some of the brightest and best young talent in jazz trumpet will gather at DePaul University’s School of Music this fall to compete for a... read more

Political marketing researcher eyes branding in lead-up to 2020 presidential election

Political marketing researcher eyes branding in lead-up to 2020 presidential election

CHICAGO — With U.S. President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign underway and more than 20 candidates vying to be the Democratic standard bearer, how... read more

DePaul University statement on decision by NCAA Committee on Infractions

DePaul University statement on decision by NCAA Committee on Infractions

CHICAGO — DePaul University issued the following statement after the announcement of the decision by the NCAA Committee on Infractions. “The decision... read more

Fall exhibitions at DePaul Art Museum examine architecture, place

Fall exhibitions at DePaul Art Museum examine architecture, place

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul Art Museum presents three new exhibitions this fall organized on the occasion of the Chicago Architecture Biennial. Together, the... read more

DePaul University computer scientist earns NSF CAREER grant to study computational reproducibility

DePaul University computer scientist earns NSF CAREER grant to study computational reproducibility

​​CHICAGO — Reproducibility is the cornerstone of science. In order for scientists to make advancements, they must be able to validate and build on... read more

DePaul University trustees appoint Salma Ghanem interim provost

DePaul University trustees appoint Salma Ghanem interim provost

​CHICAGO — DePaul University’s Board of Trustees voted this week to appoint Salma Ghanem, Ph.D., interim provost effective July 1. Ghanem, professor... read more

Environmental activist, music educator among DePaul University’s Class of 2019

Environmental activist, music educator among DePaul University’s Class of 2019

CHICAGO — Stopping plastic from flowing into the ocean. Observing music education behind bars. Earning a teaching degree while parenting.... read more

Music education in prison sparks scholar's teaching research

Music education in prison sparks scholar's teaching research

CHICAGO — Music education major Willord Simmons shifted his thinking on a career path after assisting a University of Iowa associate professor last... read more

At the UN and in her backyard, environmental activist takes on Earth’s plastics problem

At the UN and in her backyard, environmental activist takes on Earth’s plastics problem

CHICAGO — Growing up in a town of 36 people in rural Illinois, Baylee Ritter knew that the world extended far beyond the cornfields of McDowell.... read more

Latina mom finds calling in early childhood education

Latina mom finds calling in early childhood education

CHICAGO — When Jaqueline Sanchez steps off the train at the Fullerton stop at DePaul University, she feels like she’s arrived in more ways than one.... read more

Law grad completes 1,000 hours of public service

Law grad completes 1,000 hours of public service

CHICAGO — Amanda Moreland doesn’t turn down an opportunity to serve. During an involvement fair her first year at DePaul University’s College of Law,... read more

Students help DePaul University earn ‘Tree Campus USA’ recognition; plan Earth Week activities

Students help DePaul University earn ‘Tree Campus USA’ recognition; plan Earth Week activities

CHICAGO — DePaul University will be celebrating Earth Week this year as a newly recognized Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. This is the... read more

DePaul University ecologist receives NSF CAREER grant to study dispersal of mycorrhizal fungi

DePaul University ecologist receives NSF CAREER grant to study dispersal of mycorrhizal fungi

CHICAGO — Mycorrhizal fungi are among the most common beneficial fungi for plants, mining soil nutrients and delivering them to plants in exchange for... read more

Championing the humanities: DePaul University receives $750K from Mellon Foundation to launch experiential collaborative

Championing the humanities: DePaul University receives $750K from Mellon Foundation to launch experiential collaborative

CHICAGO — DePaul University has been awarded a four-year, $750,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation in support of a humanities initiative... read more

DePaul University is among Peace Corps’ 2019 top volunteer-producing schools

DePaul University is among Peace Corps’ 2019 top volunteer-producing schools

For the second year in a row, DePaul University has been named to the Peace Corps’ list of top volunteer-producing colleges and universities. There... read more

Air Force vet, artist Eric J. Garcia critiques militarization in ‘Bald Eagle’s Toupee’

Air Force vet, artist Eric J. Garcia critiques militarization in ‘Bald Eagle’s Toupee’

CHICAGO — A military veteran’s political art is the focus of “Eric J. Garcia: The Bald Eagle’s Toupee,” a new exhibition from DePaul Art Museum... read more

DePaul University announces 2019 commencement speakers

DePaul University announces 2019 commencement speakers

CHICAGO — DePaul University’s 120th commencement will celebrate an estimated 6,600 graduates during seven separate ceremonies May 18 and June... read more

‘New Age, New Age’ at DePaul Art Museum examines social change, empowerment

‘New Age, New Age’ at DePaul Art Museum examines social change, empowerment

​​CHICAGO — The New Age movement emerged in the 1960s and provided alternative approaches to traditional Western culture, from yoga to... read more

Climate change communication: Building consensus

Climate change communication: Building consensus

CHICAGO — From frigid cold in the Midwestern U.S. to melting heat in Australia, extreme weather and climate change are making news around the world.... read more

C2E2 to feature DePaul University panels on gaming, esports

C2E2 to feature DePaul University panels on gaming, esports

CHICAGO — This year’s Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo — C2E2 — will feature a pair of DePaul University panels that focus on gaming and esports... read more

TEDxDePaulUniversity speakers to explore ‘Fast Forward’ theme

TEDxDePaulUniversity speakers to explore ‘Fast Forward’ theme

CHICAGO — Tickets are on sale for TEDxDePaulUniversity, scheduled for April 12 from 1-5 p.m. at DePaul University School of Music’s new Holtschneider... read more

Health law scholars to explore biohacking, artificial intelligence, citizen science

Health law scholars to explore biohacking, artificial intelligence, citizen science

CHICAGO — Experts on the promises and perils of technological and data-driven innovations in health are set to gather at DePaul University’s College... read more

Women in Entrepreneurship Institute at DePaul University integrates academic learning, research with incubation, funding

Women in Entrepreneurship Institute at DePaul University integrates academic learning, research with incubation, funding

​​​CHICAGO — Despite owning 38 percent of businesses in the U.S., women entrepreneurs received just 2 percent of venture capital funding in 2017,... read more

DePaul University College of Law sets summit on combating sex trafficking for Feb. 11

DePaul University College of Law sets summit on combating sex trafficking for Feb. 11

CHICAGO — The state of affairs of sex trafficking in the city of Chicago and what can be done to combat modern day slavery will be addressed in panel... read more

DePaul University to reopen campuses, resume classes on Feb. 1

DePaul University to reopen campuses, resume classes on Feb. 1

CHICAGO — DePaul University campuses will reopen and classes will resume Friday, Feb. 1, after being closed since 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, due to a... read more

DePaul University extends class cancellation and campus closures through Thursday, Jan. 31, due to extreme weather forecast

DePaul University extends class cancellation and campus closures through Thursday, Jan. 31, due to extreme weather forecast

CHICAGO — DePaul University is canceling all classes, including classes taught on any off campus locations, through Thursday, Jan. 31, due to extreme... read more

DePaul University cancels classes for Tuesday evening, Jan. 29, and all day Wednesday, Jan. 30, due to extreme weather forecast

DePaul University cancels classes for Tuesday evening, Jan. 29, and all day Wednesday, Jan. 30, due to extreme weather forecast

CHICAGO — With a forecast of extreme cold weather conditions predicted for the Chicago area by the National Weather Service, DePaul University is... read more

Big Shoulders International Student Film Festival showcases emerging filmmakers

Big Shoulders International Student Film Festival showcases emerging filmmakers

CHICAGO — Student filmmakers from around the world will convene at DePaul University this February to showcase their work at the Big Shoulders... read more

Dean Baquet to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

Dean Baquet to receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University

CHICAGO — Dean Baquet, executive editor of The New York Times, and WGN-TV news anchor Lourdes Duarte will receive awards from DePaul University’s... read more

Michiko Itatani’s cosmic paintings focus of online exhibition

Michiko Itatani’s cosmic paintings focus of online exhibition

CHICAGO — Painter and Japanese immigrant Michiko Itatani says she chose to move to Chicago by pointing arbitrarily to the middle of a map of the... read more

Weaving, sports and LGBTQ identity in winter shows at DePaul Art Museum

Weaving, sports and LGBTQ identity in winter shows at DePaul Art Museum

​CHICAGO — Chicago-based artists Karolina Gnatowski and Betsy Odom, who create works of art using techniques of weaving, leather tooling, woodcarving... read more

Chief of staff must be willing to ‘speak truth to power,’ says researcher

Chief of staff must be willing to ‘speak truth to power,’ says researcher

CHICAGO — “With less than two years in office, President Donald Trump will have burned through two chiefs of staff, which is quicker than any... read more

DePaul University, City Colleges of Chicago partner to launch new path to bachelor’s degree for Chicago high school Star Scholars

DePaul University, City Colleges of Chicago partner to launch new path to bachelor’s degree for Chicago high school Star Scholars

CHICAGO — DePaul University and City Colleges of Chicago are launching the DePaul Harold Washington Academy, a first-of-its-kind partnership to... read more

Slavery in early Illinois: The untold battle to keep the state free

Slavery in early Illinois: The untold battle to keep the state free

CHICAGO — The call to make Illinois a slave state in the early 1820s failed in large part to a pair of English settlers who founded the southern... read more

DePaul University announces $20K scholarships for high-achieving graduates of Chicago Public Schools and Catholic high schools in Illinois

DePaul University announces $20K scholarships for high-achieving graduates of Chicago Public Schools and Catholic high schools in Illinois

CHICAGO — DePaul University is strengthening its commitment to young people in Illinois with two new scholarship programs that will ease financial... read more

DePaul University board adds 2 trustees: Community health network CEO and university president

DePaul University board adds 2 trustees: Community health network CEO and university president

CHICAGO — DePaul University has elected Donna Thompson, CEO of Chicago-based Access Community Health Network, and Joseph R. Marbach, president of... read more

More than half a century after Civil Rights Act, work still to be done in quest for equal rights, says political scientist

More than half a century after Civil Rights Act, work still to be done in quest for equal rights, says political scientist

CHICAGO — While the U.S. civil rights movement is often said to have ended in 1968, the continued fight for equal rights for all Americans can be... read more

Four new murals under Fullerton ‘L’ station explore key moments in DePaul University history

Four new murals under Fullerton ‘L’ station explore key moments in DePaul University history

​​CHICAGO — Murals honoring a DePaul University basketball legend, the former Blue Demon football program, the... read more

‘The Color of Law’ author Richard Rothstein to speak at DePaul University

‘The Color of Law’ author Richard Rothstein to speak at DePaul University

​CHICAGO — Government policy at the local, state and federal levels has played — and continues to play — a critical role in the segregation that’s... read more

Hollywood screenwriters gather for conference at DePaul University

Hollywood screenwriters gather for conference at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Entertainers, producers and screenwriters will join the DePaul University School of Cinematic Arts for the annual Courier 12 Screenwriting... read more

Images of the DePaul University School of Music Holtschneider Performance Center

Images of the DePaul University School of Music Holtschneider Performance Center

The new 185,000 square foot DePaul University School of Music Holtschneider Performance Center is... read more

Political scientist: US Supreme Court not intended to be democratic institution

Political scientist: US Supreme Court not intended to be democratic institution

CHICAGO — The Supreme Court appears poised to shift to the right if Congress confirms U.S. Circuit Judge Brett Kavanaugh for a position on the... read more

The Hollywood Reporter ranks DePaul among Top 25 American Film Schools

The Hollywood Reporter ranks DePaul among Top 25 American Film Schools

CHICAGO — The Hollywood Reporter ranks DePaul University 13th on its list of the Top 25 American Film Schools of 2018, in an issue released this... read more

Study links segregation, low birth weight in US cities

Study links segregation, low birth weight in US cities

CHICAGO – A recent study finds a strong association between low birth weight and racial and ethnic segregation in four U.S. cities — Chicago,... read more

DePaul Art Museum announces fall exhibitions

DePaul Art Museum announces fall exhibitions

CHICAGO — Steel sculptures and neon lights by artist and dancer Brendan Fernandes, which are based on fabricated African masks sold to tourists in... read more

New gateway on DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus reflects neighborhood architectural style

New gateway on DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus reflects neighborhood architectural style

CHICAGO — DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus has a new entrance at the corner of Fullerton Avenue and Halsted Street. A neoclassical gateway and... read more

Research: The more ‘stuff’ you have, the more likely you are to be a procrastinator

Research: The more ‘stuff’ you have, the more likely you are to be a procrastinator

CHICAGO — An overabundance of “stuff” can have a detrimental effect on a person’s mental health and disrupt their sense of home,... read more

Immigration expert Kathleen Arnold discusses asylum for victims of domestic violence

Immigration expert Kathleen Arnold discusses asylum for victims of domestic violence

CHICAGO — An expert on domestic violence, the U.S. asylum system and detention policies, political scientist Kathleen Arnold is available to discuss... read more

Mental health advocacy, game design drive DePaul University grads

Mental health advocacy, game design drive DePaul University grads

CHICAGO —More than 6,700 DePaul University students are graduating this year and many will gather this weekend at five commencement ceremonies to... read more

Video game designer creates gameplay to help others cope with chronic pain

Video game designer creates gameplay to help others cope with chronic pain

CHICAGO — Gracie Straznickas began playing video games as soon as she could hold a controller.“I have distinct memories of playing ‘Tetris’ with my... read more

Marine with a heart for mental health studies the brain

Marine with a heart for mental health studies the brain

CHICAGO — The brain’s primary function is to send messages and make connections between different parts of the body. For Alysa Bloodsworth,... read more

From Englewood to Lincoln Park, DePaul grad overcomes homelessness

From Englewood to Lincoln Park, DePaul grad overcomes homelessness

CHICAGO — Cassandra Murff loves the work of writers Toni Morrison and Gwendolyn Brooks, but she didn’t have many books of her own while she was in... read more

Once a neighborhood organizer, soon to be an esports entrepreneur

Once a neighborhood organizer, soon to be an esports entrepreneur

CHICAGO — Video games are more than entertainment for Esteban Perez; they're his future livelihood.Perez is set to graduate this year with a... read more

Itzhak Perlman to perform Nov. 11 at DePaul University

Itzhak Perlman to perform Nov. 11 at DePaul University

​CHICAGO — Internationally acclaimed performers, including violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, soprano Ana María Martínez, trumpet master Nicholas Payton,... read more

Study: In an ‘Uber economy’ Chicago public transit should integrate ride-sharing

Study: In an ‘Uber economy’ Chicago public transit should integrate ride-sharing

CHICAGO — Public transit agencies should find ways to integrate with ride-sharing services for trips within Chicago, recommend researchers at DePaul... read more

Law graduate plans career in the military

Law graduate plans career in the military

CHICAGO — It was in third or fourth grade when LaSheda Brooks remembers first declaring her intention to become a lawyer. "I used to talk a lot... read more

Video game designer says medium can provide outlet for empathy, dialogue and increased self-awareness

Video game designer says medium can provide outlet for empathy, dialogue and increased self-awareness

CHICAGO — Video games can be used for more than just entertainment, they can also help raise awareness for mental illness and diseases, said Doris... read more

The Second City and DePaul University to offer degrees in comedy filmmaking

The Second City and DePaul University to offer degrees in comedy filmmaking

CHICAGO — The Second City and DePaul University today announced a collaboration designed to expand comedy education. Starting in... read more

Controversial bathroom law spawns play on gender identity

Controversial bathroom law spawns play on gender identity

​CHICAGO — When North Carolina defined gender access to public bathrooms in 2016, people protested, corporations yanked expansion plans in the state,... read more

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents Dr. Seuss' ‘The Cat in the Hat’

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents Dr. Seuss' ‘The Cat in the Hat’

CHICAGO — Bright lights, loud noises and shushes from the audience can make the theatre an unwelcoming place for children with sensory... read more

Researchers examine link between traumatic brain injury and domestic violence

Researchers examine link between traumatic brain injury and domestic violence

CHICAGO — Loss of memory, trouble concentrating and an unstable mood are among the indicators of traumatic brain injury and a research focus... read more

A fusion of business and communication: New sports communication degree at DePaul University this fall

A fusion of business and communication: New sports communication degree at DePaul University this fall

CHICAGO — Sports in the U.S. is a major force for economics, entertainment, education and culture with PricewaterhouseCoopers predicting that the... read more

‘Beasts at Bedtime’ reveals environmental lessons in children’s books

‘Beasts at Bedtime’ reveals environmental lessons in children’s books

​​CHICAGO — How can favorite children’s books, from “Peter Rabbit” to “The Hunger Games,” teach valuable lessons about nature and... read more

DePaul University to launch new comprehensive brand awareness campaign

DePaul University to launch new comprehensive brand awareness campaign

CHICAGO — DePaul University announces a new brand awareness campaign with the message “Here, We Do.” Breaking April 23 and running initially for 12... read more

DePaul University announces 2018 commencement speakers

DePaul University announces 2018 commencement speakers

​ Author Stuart Dybek addresses DePaul graduates during a 2017 commencement ceremony. (DePaul University/Jeff Carrion) CHICAGO — DePaul... read more

DePaul University Humanities Center examines perception and reality

DePaul University Humanities Center examines perception and reality

CHICAGO — Identity, perception and illness round out the discussions of the DePaul Humanities Center's Spring 2018 programs as the center... read more

Stock market researcher: Despite euphoric 2017, this year’s volatility not out of ordinary

Stock market researcher: Despite euphoric 2017, this year’s volatility not out of ordinary

CHICAGO — After a booming 2017 on Wall Street, the volatility that the markets have shown so far in 2018 is not unusual, said James Valentine, a... read more

DePaul University names Dan Allen vice president for advancement

DePaul University names Dan Allen vice president for advancement

CHICAGO — DePaul University President A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., has appointed Dan Allen as vice president for the Office of Advancement, effective... read more

Fullerton Stage at DePaul University to be renamed Dr. John R. and Joyce L. Watts Theatre

Fullerton Stage at DePaul University to be renamed Dr. John R. and Joyce L. Watts Theatre

​​CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University announces it is renaming the Fullerton Stage in recognition of John Ransford... read more

Finance, computing experts at DePaul University available to comment on fintech, cryptocurrency

Finance, computing experts at DePaul University available to comment on fintech, cryptocurrency

​CHICAGO — Cryptocurrency grabbed mainstream America's attention when bitcoin, the first and most widely recognized cryptocurrency, peaked at... read more

Child psychologist in Chicago discusses gun violence, youth and stress

Child psychologist in Chicago discusses gun violence, youth and stress

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Family searches for meaning in Anton Chekov's 'Three Sisters'

Family searches for meaning in Anton Chekov's 'Three Sisters'

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present Anton Chekhov's "Three Sisters" directed by graduate student Jacob... read more

How abstraction and identity factor into DePaul Art Museum's spring exhibitions

How abstraction and identity factor into DePaul Art Museum's spring exhibitions

CHICAGO — This Spring, DePaul Art Museum will offer an unconventional dialogue between its two exhibitions.In one gallery, Beverly Fresh — artist,... read more

DePaul University names hospitality leader dean of business college

DePaul University names hospitality leader dean of business college

CHICAGO — A recognized leader in the hospitality industry will serve as dean for DePaul University’s Driehaus College of Business. Provost Marten... read more

March Madness: DePaul University math prof talks longshot odds of picking perfect bracket

March Madness: DePaul University math prof talks longshot odds of picking perfect bracket

​CHICAGO — As college basketball fans get set to fill out their brackets this March Madness, DePaul University mathematics professor Jeff Bergen... read more

Experts at DePaul University available to comment on Illinois political races

Experts at DePaul University available to comment on Illinois political races

CHICAGO — As Illinois voters prepare for state primary races March 20, DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and... read more

Comic book expert calls ‘Black Panther’ a ‘cultural milestone’ for genre

Comic book expert calls ‘Black Panther’ a ‘cultural milestone’ for genre

CHICAGO — Part of the reason Marvel’s “Black Panther” has seen so much success is because it came along at the right time both ​culturally and... read more

Chinese Studies program at DePaul University to welcome Year of the Dog at Feb. 16 gala

Chinese Studies program at DePaul University to welcome Year of the Dog at Feb. 16 gala

CHICAGO — Chinese New Year is all about family, food and firecrackers. This year, it’s also about Fido.The holiday, also known as Lunar New Year... read more

Study: Demand on the rise for intercity bus travel

Study: Demand on the rise for intercity bus travel

CHICAGO — After being financially hurt for several years by cheap fuel prices and a soft economy, intercity bus lines rolled into the new year with... read more

Stage adaptation of Richard Wright’s ‘Native Son’ explores systemic racism in 1930s South Side Chicago

Stage adaptation of Richard Wright’s ‘Native Son’ explores systemic racism in 1930s South Side Chicago

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents the stage adaptation of Richard Wright’s 1940 novel “Native Son,” adapted by Theatre... read more

Folleville church model celebrates DePaul University’s legacy

Folleville church model celebrates DePaul University’s legacy

CHICAGO — DePaul University is honoring its Vincentian heritage with an exhibition that transports visitors back to 17th century rural... read more

‘Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play’ takes different approach to storytelling

‘Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play’ takes different approach to storytelling

​CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents “Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play” written by American playwright Anne Washburn and... read more

Images of Wintrust Arena roof

Images of Wintrust Arena roof

CHICAGO — These high-resolution downloadable images of the Wintrust Arena rooftop at Chicago’s McCormick Square were taken during a Nov. 28, 2017,... read more

Giant image of Chicago flag spans Wintrust Arena roof

Giant image of Chicago flag spans Wintrust Arena roof

CHICAGO — Wintrust Arena at Chicago’s McCormick Square is sporting what likely is the largest rooftop image of the Chicago flag anywhere in the world.... read more

Children’s theatre production puts focus on fairness, friendship in ‘Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook’

Children’s theatre production puts focus on fairness, friendship in ‘Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook,” written by Allison Gregory and adapted from the book... read more

Jane Pauley to receive distinguished journalist award from DePaul University

Jane Pauley to receive distinguished journalist award from DePaul University

CHICAGO — Jane Pauley, host of “CBS Sunday Morning,” and Ann Pistone, an investigative journalist with ABC 7 Chicago, will receive awards from... read more

Exploring shadows, art with DePaul University Humanities Center

Exploring shadows, art with DePaul University Humanities Center

CHICAGO — Acting, art and an investigation into shadows are among discussion topics for the DePaul University Humanities Center’s Winter 2018 programs... read more

Investment expert joins DePaul University board of trustees

Investment expert joins DePaul University board of trustees

CHICAGO — DePaul University has elected Judith P. Greffin, the former executive vice president and chief investment officer at Allstate Insurance... read more

DePaul Art Museum turns spotlight on printmaking in 3 winter exhibitions

DePaul Art Museum turns spotlight on printmaking in 3 winter exhibitions

CHICAGO — Printed works from various artists will be on display at DePaul Art Museum this winter. Three exhibitions will include works by... read more

Images from the inauguration of A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul University

Images from the inauguration of A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul University

CHICAGO — High-resolution images from the Nov. 19, 2017, inauguration of DePaul University President A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., are... read more

DePaul University holds inauguration for 12th president, A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D.

DePaul University holds inauguration for 12th president, A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D.

CHICAGO — The board of trustees entrusted A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., with DePaul University’s mission statement and presidential Chain of Office... read more

‘Thrill Ride’: From a child’s dream to the big screen

‘Thrill Ride’: From a child’s dream to the big screen

​ CHICAGO — “Thrill Ride,” started as a promise Chris Parrish kept to his son and has now turned into an award-winning film for... read more

Images of A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul University

Images of A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul University

A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul University. (DePaul University/Jamie Moncrief)CHICAGO —... read more

Class translation project with Newberry Library offers students insight into French Revolution

Class translation project with Newberry Library offers students insight into French Revolution

CHICAGO — Students in Pascale-Anne Brault’s French translation class often feel they are back in 18th-century France, during the French... read more

Rock band Chicago to perform at DePaul University opening weekend at Wintrust Arena

Rock band Chicago to perform at DePaul University opening weekend at Wintrust Arena

CHICAGO — Public tickets are now available for a special concert Nov. 9 by the rock band Chicago at Wintrust Arena. The band and DePaul University are... read more

Fairy tales with a twist in ‘Into the Woods’

Fairy tales with a twist in ‘Into the Woods’

​CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “Into the Woods,” Steven Sondheim’s musical twist on the Brothers Grimm fairy... read more

Documentary filmmakers to talk craft, activism at DePaul University event

Documentary filmmakers to talk craft, activism at DePaul University event

CHICAGO — Documentary filmmakers will gather at DePaul University’s School of Cinematic Arts in downtown Chicago to teach free master classes... read more

Faculty use online learning to bridge study-abroad gap

Faculty use online learning to bridge study-abroad gap

CHICAGO — Only a small percentage of U.S. college students will study abroad, but many will enter fields that require intercultural competence.... read more

​‘Seven Homeless Mammoths Wander New England’ explores evolution of relationships

​‘Seven Homeless Mammoths Wander New England’ explores evolution of relationships

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents “Seven Homeless Mammoths Wander New England” written by Madeleine George and directed by... read more

Filmmaker Alireza Khatami draws on experience in classroom

Filmmaker Alireza Khatami draws on experience in classroom

CHICAGO — Alireza Khatami finds the roles of educator and student are sometimes blurred in his classroom, which he fully embraces.“I believe teaching... read more

‘Hey! Play! Games in Modern Culture’ aims to bring out the gamer in everyone

‘Hey! Play! Games in Modern Culture’ aims to bring out the gamer in everyone

CHICAGO — An interactive exhibition that encourages play and offers guests a look at the world of games beyond what’s found on Xbox or Steam is set... read more

DePaul University Humanities Center examines what’s real in conversation with Rick Jay Oct. 11

DePaul University Humanities Center examines what’s real in conversation with Rick Jay Oct. 11

​CHICAGO — Determining fact from fiction has placed the word “fake” in an even more unflattering spotlight, making it a timely topic for the... read more

In memoriam: Emeritus Professor of Law M. Cherif Bassiouni

In memoriam: Emeritus Professor of Law M. Cherif Bassiouni

CHICAGO — Human rights advocate, renowned legal scholar and DePaul University Emeritus Professor of Law M. Cherif Bassiouni died Sept. 25 at the age... read more

Film, TV professionals bring expertise to screenwriting forum at DePaul University

Film, TV professionals bring expertise to screenwriting forum at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Entertainment industry executives will bring their experience and expertise to the annual Courier 12 Screenwriting Conference, hosted by... read more

‘Augusta & Noble’ addresses immigration for young audiences

‘Augusta & Noble’ addresses immigration for young audiences

CHICAGO — Carlos Murillo’s play about the child of undocumented immigrants seems to have uncanny timing. Immigration reform was at the forefront... read more

Statement from DePaul University president on federal decision to rescind DACA

Statement from DePaul University president on federal decision to rescind DACA

CHICAGO — DePaul University President A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., sent the following message to students, faculty and staff today, in regard to the... read more

Environmental experts at DePaul University offer insight on Hurricane Harvey

Environmental experts at DePaul University offer insight on Hurricane Harvey

CHICAGO — As Americans absorb the news of suffering and destruction in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, many have questions about the roles of... read more

Study: Gaps widen in the intercity bus and rail system, forcing more to drive

Study: Gaps widen in the intercity bus and rail system, forcing more to drive

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Camera system to hitch ride on high altitude balloon to video total solar eclipse from above

Camera system to hitch ride on high altitude balloon to video total solar eclipse from above

CHICAGO — While many Americans will be looking skyward Aug. 21 during the total solar eclipse, if all goes according to plan, a camera system device... read more

DePaul University welcomes 2 business leaders to board of trustees

DePaul University welcomes 2 business leaders to board of trustees

CHICAGO — DePaul University has elected two Illinois business leaders to its 44-member board of trustees: Michael L. Scudder, president and CEO of... read more

Solar eclipse: Mythic stories personify sun and moon to make sense of cosmic disruption

Solar eclipse: Mythic stories personify sun and moon to make sense of cosmic disruption

CHICAGO — Throughout the ages, humans have told mythic stories to make sense of unusual cosmic events, like a solar eclipse, explained Lisa... read more

Why all the interest in the solar eclipse? It’s not just a science phenomenon, says DePaul University sociologist

Why all the interest in the solar eclipse? It’s not just a science phenomenon, says DePaul University sociologist

CHICAGO — The upcoming total solar eclipse on Aug. 21 is creating a buzz across America, in part due to humans wanting to experience events. “This... read more

New murals under Fullerton ‘L’ station depict DePaul University history

New murals under Fullerton ‘L’ station depict DePaul University history

CHICAGO — A multi-year public art project to memorialize key figures in DePaul University’s history now includes four new murals on the pillars... read more

Experts discuss health disparities, social justice in Chicago

Experts discuss health disparities, social justice in Chicago

CHICAGO — Public health researchers at DePaul University are using health fairs to fight lead poisoning and photo exhibitions to lessen the... read more

Note to our readers: #DePaul in the NEWS gets a new look

Note to our readers: #DePaul in the NEWS gets a new look

Check the news on your phone, turn on the TV or radio, or open a newspaper in Chicago and chances are a DePaul University expert will be... read more

DePaul University joins 2112

DePaul University joins 2112

CHICAGO — Higher education and music innovation are intersecting in Chicago as DePaul University joins 2112 – the first of its kind music, film and... read more

Ângela Ferreira taps architecture, history at DePaul Art Museum

Ângela Ferreira taps architecture, history at DePaul Art Museum

CHICAGO — Architecture, art and history will intersect this fall at the DePaul Art Museum in “Ângela Ferreira: Zip Zap and Zumbi.” Museum... read more

Ritual and connection: DePaul Art Museum to feature Senga Nengudi

Ritual and connection: DePaul Art Museum to feature Senga Nengudi

CHICAGO — In the 1970s, artist Senga Nengudi would carry pantyhose and other supplies for her “R.S.V.P.” series of sculptures around in her bag.... read more

Quizzical art is focus of DePaul Art Museum’s ‘Stranger Things’ summer exhibition

Quizzical art is focus of DePaul Art Museum’s ‘Stranger Things’ summer exhibition

​CHICAGO — Art is meant to stimulate discussion and that is precisely the goal of DePaul Art Museum’s “Stranger Things” exhibition, which encourages... read more

Military veteran overcomes hardships to obtain math degree

Military veteran overcomes hardships to obtain math degree

CHICAGO —  Lucas Estelle always loved math. He invented coin-flipping games as a child, toying with probability before he ever understood the... read more

Ethiopian Sudanese immigrant earns degree in refugee, forced migration studies

Ethiopian Sudanese immigrant earns degree in refugee, forced migration studies

CHICAGO — Standing in front of the Massachusetts State House with dozens of other protesters on a chilly Boston evening in 2013, Addisalem Agegnehu... read more

Theatre School grad works to expand access

Theatre School grad works to expand access

CHICAGO — As a child, Mishari Zambrano stepped into a circus tent with her mother and felt transformed. The swooping acrobats, thrilling music and... read more

Refugee scholar, Army veteran and theatre advocate among DePaul University graduates

Refugee scholar, Army veteran and theatre advocate among DePaul University graduates

CHICAGO — This weekend some 6,500 graduates will gather for DePaul University’s 119th commencement ceremonies and reflect on their... read more

Classic Cinemas to show DePaul University student-produced shorts on big screen

Classic Cinemas to show DePaul University student-produced shorts on big screen

CHICAGO — Two animated shorts created by DePaul University alumni when they were student filmmakers will be shown in Classic Cinemas’ theaters the... read more

DePaul University names new music building after outgoing president

DePaul University names new music building after outgoing president

CHICAGO — DePaul University’s new School of Music building will be named for its outgoing president, the Rev. Dennis H. Holtschneider, C.M., who... read more

DePaul University elects James Ryan as board chair

DePaul University elects James Ryan as board chair

​ DePaul University’s board of trustees elected James T. Ryan, center, to serve as its next chair. He succeeds William E. Bennett, right,... read more

CBRE exec Jack Durburg receives leadership award from DePaul University

CBRE exec Jack Durburg receives leadership award from DePaul University

CHICAGO — Jack Durburg, CEO of the Americas at CBRE, was honored with the “Outstanding Leadership in the Real Estate Profession” award from the... read more

Statement from DePaul University president on decision to rescind speaker invitation

Statement from DePaul University president on decision to rescind speaker invitation

​CHICAGO — The Rev. Dennis H. Holtschneider, C.M., president of DePaul University, sent the following text to students, faculty and staff today, with... read more

Screenwriter, director Paul Schrader to appear May 26 at DePaul University as visiting artist

Screenwriter, director Paul Schrader to appear May 26 at DePaul University as visiting artist

CHICAGO — Legendary screenwriter and director Paul Schrader, whose credits include "Taxi Driver,” "Raging Bull,” "Mishima,” “American... read more

Environmental policy expert at DePaul University discusses EPA, nuclear power

Environmental policy expert at DePaul University discusses EPA, nuclear power

CHICAGO — Changes to the Environmental Protection Agency under President Donald Trump’s administration could motivate a new wave of... read more

Faculty experts available to discuss ‘The Great War’ 100 years after US entry

Faculty experts available to discuss ‘The Great War’ 100 years after US entry

CHICAGO — The U.S. officially entered the Great War – known more commonly as World War I – 100 years ago in April 1917 and remained active through... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents two world premiere productions

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents two world premiere productions

CHICAGO ­— The Theatre School at DePaul University will present two world premiere productions in May directed by school alumni. “Michael Jordan in... read more

Screenwriter, director Paul Schrader to appear at DePaul University for Visiting Artists Series

Screenwriter, director Paul Schrader to appear at DePaul University for Visiting Artists Series

CHICAGO — A prestigious lineup of movie directors and screenwriters will be at DePaul University during May as part of the Visiting Artists Series... read more

DePaul University College of Law to graduate 240 students May 14

DePaul University College of Law to graduate 240 students May 14

CHICAGO — DePaul University College of Law will hold its commencement ceremony May 14, when an estimated 240 students will receive... read more

Autism experts at DePaul University discuss education, awareness

Autism experts at DePaul University discuss education, awareness

CHICAGO — Advances in education and the arts are changing the lives of people with autism, and DePaul University experts are available to discuss... read more

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents ‘Cinderella: The Remix’

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents ‘Cinderella: The Remix’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents “Cinderella: The Remix,” with book and lyrics by Psalmayene 24, music by Nick tha 1Da,... read more

500 years after the Reformation: Scholars gather at DePaul University for World Catholicism Week

500 years after the Reformation: Scholars gather at DePaul University for World Catholicism Week

CHICAGO — In 1517, Martin Luther nailed a proclamation to a church door in Wittenberg, Germany and launched the Protestant Reformation.... read more

Anti-death penalty crusader Sister Helen Prejean to speak at DePaul University April 19

Anti-death penalty crusader Sister Helen Prejean to speak at DePaul University April 19

CHICAGO — The current debate over capital punishment is the backdrop for a panel discussion on the ethics of execution at DePaul University April... read more

Exhibit views Great War through eyes of Lincoln Park family

Exhibit views Great War through eyes of Lincoln Park family

CHICAGO — When U.S. President Woodrow Wilson declared war on the German Empire April 6, 1917, one Lincoln Park neighborhood family with... read more

Firelei Báez, Hương Ngô to bring work to DePaul Art Museum

Firelei Báez, Hương Ngô to bring work to DePaul Art Museum

​​CHICAGO — Caribbean and Asian influences will be on display at the DePaul Art Museum this spring with Miami artist Firelei... read more

DePaul University announces 2017 commencement speakers

DePaul University announces 2017 commencement speakers

CHICAGO — Speakers for DePaul University’s 119th commencement ceremonies are leaders in their respective fields including education, broadcast... read more

DePaul Humanities Center to honor Native American culture, art

DePaul Humanities Center to honor Native American culture, art

CHICAGO — This spring, many of the DePaul University Humanities Center’s lineup of events will incorporate Native American art and culture. Topics... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents ‘Wig Out!’

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents ‘Wig Out!’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present Tarell Alvin McCraney’s “Wig Out!” with director Nathan Singh on the Fullerton Stage,... read more

DePaul University’s Irwin W. Steans Center adds community development institute

DePaul University’s Irwin W. Steans Center adds community development institute

​CHICAGO — Drawing upon 30 years of experience and accomplished community engagement, the internationally recognized Asset-Based Community Development... read more

ACA: What’s next? DePaul University health law policy expert says market-based mechanisms need price transparency for consumers

ACA: What’s next? DePaul University health law policy expert says market-based mechanisms need price transparency for consumers

CHICAGO — DePaul University associate law professor Wendy Netter Epstein, an expert in the Affordable Care Act and Republican proposals to repeal and... read more

6 business leaders join DePaul University board of trustees

6 business leaders join DePaul University board of trustees

CHICAGO — DePaul University has elected six business leaders to its 44-member board of trustees: Therese K. Fauerbach, CEO of The Northridge Group;... read more

Lester Holt to receive distinguished journalist award from DePaul University

Lester Holt to receive distinguished journalist award from DePaul University

CHICAGO — Lester Holt, anchor of “NBC Nightly News” and “Dateline NBC,” and data journalist Ben Welsh of the Los Angeles Times will return to... read more

Cognitive neuroscientists use systems level approach to search for cause of chronic fatigue syndrome

Cognitive neuroscientists use systems level approach to search for cause of chronic fatigue syndrome

CHICAGO — A team of researchers from the Center for Community Research at DePaul University are on a mission to better understand why the brain... read more

Study: Problematic social media use linked to brain imbalance

Study: Problematic social media use linked to brain imbalance

CHICAGO — The impulsive act of checking Facebook while driving, in a work meeting, or at other times that could lead to negative consequences... read more

DePaul University School of Music adds 2 internationally recognized opera singers to voice faculty

DePaul University School of Music adds 2 internationally recognized opera singers to voice faculty

​CHICAGO — The DePaul University School of Music​  announces that Nicole Cabell and Christopher Magiera, both internationally recognized and... read more

The perfect bracket: DePaul mathematician talks longshot odds of predicting March Madness

The perfect bracket: DePaul mathematician talks longshot odds of predicting March Madness

CHICAGO -- As college basketball fans get set to fill out their brackets this March Madness, DePaul University mathematics professor... read more

DePaul’s School of Cinematic Arts teams with HBO and ‘Vice’ for visiting artists event

DePaul’s School of Cinematic Arts teams with HBO and ‘Vice’ for visiting artists event

CHICAGO -- A new HBO “Vice” documentary, “Trans Youth,” which follows the story of transgender children, their families and doctors as they ponder... read more

DePaul University names first lay leader as its 12th president

DePaul University names first lay leader as its 12th president

CHICAGO — This morning, at a live public announcement, DePaul’s Board of Trustees named A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., as the university’s 12th president.... read more

Dr. Seuss and literacy: 60 years since ‘The Cat in the Hat’

Dr. Seuss and literacy: 60 years since ‘The Cat in the Hat’

CHICAGO — Sixty years ago this March, Dr. Seuss put a hat on a cat and revolutionized children’s literature. “By rearranging simple words into... read more

International Catholic scholars to address the Reformation, marriage, democracy

International Catholic scholars to address the Reformation, marriage, democracy

CHICAGO – A diverse group of Catholic scholars from around the world are slated to speak at DePaul University’s Center for World Catholicism and... read more

Accreditation team to visit DePaul University in May

Accreditation team to visit DePaul University in May

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University’s re-accreditation review by the Higher Learning Commission this spring will include a campus visit in May by an... read more

DePaul University houses execs from Hyatt Hotels, Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises

DePaul University houses execs from Hyatt Hotels, Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises

CHICAGO — Leaders from two iconic Chicago hospitality groups, Lettuce Entertain You restaurants and Hyatt Hotels, have joined a new Executive in... read more

Drama tells story of nearly forgotten African genocide

Drama tells story of nearly forgotten African genocide

CHICAGO – The Theatre School at DePaul University presents a drama with comedic undertones about an ensemble of eager, well-meaning young actors... read more

Faculty experts available to discuss Abraham Lincoln legacy as birthday nears

Faculty experts available to discuss Abraham Lincoln legacy as birthday nears

CHICAGO – To mark Abraham Lincoln’s birthday Feb. 12 – he was born in 1809 in Kentucky – DePaul University experts are available to discuss the... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents William Shakespeare’s ‘Richard III’

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents William Shakespeare’s ‘Richard III’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents William Shakespeare’s “Richard III,” directed by Jacob Janssen. It is now playing and... read more

‘Catholics and Coal’ panel to discuss Catholic response to coal mining in US and Philippines

‘Catholics and Coal’ panel to discuss Catholic response to coal mining in US and Philippines

​CHICAGO – The Center for World Catholicism & Intercultural Theology at DePaul University will host “Catholics and Coal,” a panel discussion... read more

DePaul University Humanities Center to feature ballet, comedy and the Bible

DePaul University Humanities Center to feature ballet, comedy and the Bible

CHICAGO — Events featuring space exploration, improv comedy, Royal Ballet Principal Edward Watson and the temptations of Christ are slated for the... read more

Health equity study compares segregation, low birth weight in Chicago and Toronto

Health equity study compares segregation, low birth weight in Chicago and Toronto

CHICAGO – A new study reveals that low birth weight is strongly associated with racial and ethnic segregation in Chicago neighborhoods. In Toronto,... read more

Experts available to speak on cybersecurity, Russia

Experts available to speak on cybersecurity, Russia

CHICAGO – In light of the U.S. investigation into Russian hacking, DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and commentary... read more

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents ‘Night Runner,’ a world premiere by Ike Holter

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents ‘Night Runner,’ a world premiere by Ike Holter

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents “Night Runner,” a world premiere by Ike Holter and directed by Lisa Portes, with musical... read more

Chinese Studies program at DePaul University to welcome Year of the Rooster at annual gala

Chinese Studies program at DePaul University to welcome Year of the Rooster at annual gala

CHICAGO – For the ninth consecutive year, DePaul University is set to celebrate the Chinese New Year with a gala that features authentic Lunar... read more

Young artists examine AIDS, childhood in show at DePaul Art Museum

Young artists examine AIDS, childhood in show at DePaul Art Museum

CHICAGO — For a rising generation of young, contemporary artists, the AIDS crisis has always been part of their lives. This winter, DePaul Art Museum... read more

Study finds biking in Chicago is faster than CTA, Uber

Study finds biking in Chicago is faster than CTA, Uber

CHICAGO — It is often faster to ride a bicycle through Chicago than to take an Uber or public transportation, find researchers at DePaul... read more

‘Four Saints in Three Acts’ combines art, iconography at DePaul Art Museum

‘Four Saints in Three Acts’ combines art, iconography at DePaul Art Museum

​​CHICAGO — Art and the representation of saints have been intertwined for centuries. An upcoming winter exhibition at the DePaul... read more

Vincentian historian, scholar to receive Pierre Coste Prize Dec. 12

Vincentian historian, scholar to receive Pierre Coste Prize Dec. 12

​CHICAGO —The Rev. John E. Rybolt, C.M., will be honored Dec. 12 when he receives the Vincentian Studies Institute’s Pierre Coste Prize. Rybolt, who... read more

Event center at McCormick Square to be named Wintrust Arena

Event center at McCormick Square to be named Wintrust Arena

CHICAGO — Wintrust Financial Corporation – Chicago’s leading community and corporate banking company – DePaul University, and the Metropolitan Pier... read more

Cyber-risk conference confronts ‘The Speed of Change’

Cyber-risk conference confronts ‘The Speed of Change’

CHICAGO — The landscape of cyber security is rapidly changing in a dynamic interplay of threat, compliance and protection in the digital world.... read more

Faculty experts at DePaul University discuss Election Day

Faculty experts at DePaul University discuss Election Day

CHICAGO — As voters prepare for Election Day, DePaul University faculty experts are available discuss how the presidential, national and... read more

Singles’ Day in China, Black Friday, Cyber Monday: DePaul University experts discuss facets of global consumer holidays

Singles’ Day in China, Black Friday, Cyber Monday: DePaul University experts discuss facets of global consumer holidays

CHICAGO — DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and commentary on approaching consumer holidays: Singles’ Day... read more

Modern take on ‘Romeo and Juliet’ examines politics, race and gender

Modern take on ‘Romeo and Juliet’ examines politics, race and gender

CHICAGO — Four hundred years ago, William Shakespeare wrote plays that explored sexual identity, familial obligation and public unrest. As a... read more

Baseball, Cubs and leadership insight from DePaul sports management expert

Baseball, Cubs and leadership insight from DePaul sports management expert

​​CHICAGO — The success of a baseball club is not just defined by wins and losses, according to DePaul University sports management and... read more

Award-winning filmmakers to gather at DePaul University

Award-winning filmmakers to gather at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Documentary filmmakers will gather at the School of Cinematic Arts at DePaul University for “Verité,” two days of events that offer an... read more

Murals under the Chicago ‘L’ immortalize DePaul University’s diverse history

Murals under the Chicago ‘L’ immortalize DePaul University’s diverse history

CHICAGO — When referring to pillars of the community, comments are often made in reference to local heroes or influential icons who have made, or... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents Sarah Ruhl’s ‘Eurydice’

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents Sarah Ruhl’s ‘Eurydice’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “Eurydice,” a retelling of the Orpheus myth, written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by... read more

Mars, zombies and the ethics of voting open DePaul University Humanities Center season

Mars, zombies and the ethics of voting open DePaul University Humanities Center season

CHICAGO — A NASA scientist who turns Mars Curiosity rover data into art, the filmmaker of cerebral zombie flick “Pontypool,” and a discussion... read more

DePaul University to host town hall on US-China relations

DePaul University to host town hall on US-China relations

CHICAGO — Relations between the U.S. and China have been a frequent topic of debate in the presidential campaigns. Experts will discuss the history... read more

Researchers describe new large prehistoric shark

Researchers describe new large prehistoric shark

CHICAGO — Megalolamna paradoxodon is the name of a new extinct shark described by an international research team who based their discovery on... read more

Workplace expert discusses culture, leadership in Wells Fargo scandal

Workplace expert discusses culture, leadership in Wells Fargo scandal

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DePaul University to co-host Chicago Climate Festival

DePaul University to co-host Chicago Climate Festival

CHICAGO — Chicago artists, academics and community groups will gather at DePaul University, Columbia College and... read more

Hollywood screenwriters gather for conference at DePaul University

Hollywood screenwriters gather for conference at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Entertainers, producers and screenwriters will join the DePaul University School of Cinematic Arts for the annual Courier 12 Screenwriting... read more

Election experts at DePaul University discuss presidential race, debates

Election experts at DePaul University discuss presidential race, debates

CHICAGO — Ahead of the presidential debates, DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and... read more

DePaul Library exhibition aims to place Vincentians into ‘arena of American history’

DePaul Library exhibition aims to place Vincentians into ‘arena of American history’

CHICAGO — This year, the Congregation of the Mission — Vincentian priests — will be celebrating their 200th... read more

DePaul Art Museum hires assistant curator, collection and exhibition manager

DePaul Art Museum hires assistant curator, collection and exhibition manager

CHICAGO — DePaul Art Museum announces the hiring of Mia Lopez as assistant curator and Laura-Caroline Johnson as collection and exhibition manager.... read more

Donation funds first endowed professorship in DePaul University’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Donation funds first endowed professorship in DePaul University’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

​CHICAGO — In honor of his late wife’s love for historical studies, DePaul University alumnus LeRoy “Lee” Sanders, who passed away in 2015, had... read more

‘Windy City in Motion’ exhibit connects movies, travel

‘Windy City in Motion’ exhibit connects movies, travel

Visitors and commuters at Chicago’s Union Station peruse the “Windy City in Motion: Movies + Travel in Chicago” exhibit, a collaboration... read more

DePaul Art Museum receives gift of 114 works by Chicago-based artists

DePaul Art Museum receives gift of 114 works by Chicago-based artists

​​CHICAGO — Collectors and artists in Chicago who are seeking to build a legacy of the city’s modern and emerging artists are finding... read more

DePaul Art Museum showcases international art exhibition ‘On Space and Place’

DePaul Art Museum showcases international art exhibition ‘On Space and Place’

​​CHICAGO — For the first time, viewers of the ART21 series “Art in the Twenty-First Century” will be able to see work by... read more

   Health disparities, social justice focus of Aug. 12 conference at DePaul University

Health disparities, social justice focus of Aug. 12 conference at DePaul University

CHICAGO — People who live in different Chicago neighborhoods and have the same health issue can experience entirely different outcomes because... read more

St. Louise de Marillac scholar receives DePaul University Vincentian Studies Institute grant

St. Louise de Marillac scholar receives DePaul University Vincentian Studies Institute grant

CHICAGO – Doctoral student Edward Gray of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been selected as recipient of the 2016 DePaul University Vincentian Studies... read more

Study: Car sharing stalls under tax burdens, competition

Study: Car sharing stalls under tax burdens, competition

CHICAGO — Hefty taxes on car-sharing services, such as Zipcar, may be stopping some drivers from getting behind the wheel. Researchers at DePaul... read more

Cutting through the clutter: Study examines 'dark side of home'

Cutting through the clutter: Study examines 'dark side of home'

CHICAGO — The phrase “make yourself at home” seems innocuous but there is a significant psychological element to... read more

DePaul University joins 1871, the nation’s largest entrepreneurial technology incubator

DePaul University joins 1871, the nation’s largest entrepreneurial technology incubator

CHICAGO — With a commitment to innovation, quality education and providing real-world experiences to students, DePaul University is opening a... read more

Political experts from DePaul University discuss Republican and Democratic national conventions

Political experts from DePaul University discuss Republican and Democratic national conventions

CHICAGO — Ahead of the Democratic and Republican national conventions, DePaul University faculty experts are... read more

DePaul University president stepping down in summer 2017

DePaul University president stepping down in summer 2017

CHICAGO — DePaul University announced today that the Rev. Dennis H. Holtschneider, C.M., will step down from his position as president at the end of... read more

Meet DePaul University’s class of 2016

Meet DePaul University’s class of 2016

CHICAGO — Beneath the sea of mortarboards at DePaul University’s 118th commencement ceremonies, some 6,500 graduates will reflect... read more

Accounting and computing graduate gets the best of both worlds at DePaul

Accounting and computing graduate gets the best of both worlds at DePaul

CHICAGO — Most DePaul University students end their college career by walking in one graduation ceremony to receive a diploma. Greg Kulasik has earned... read more

Chicago native works to make a difference among minority youth

Chicago native works to make a difference among minority youth

CHICAGO — Growing up in Chicago, Bella Mucino volunteered in her mother’s kindergarten classroom with bilingual students. Mucino could relate to the... read more

Amar Patel: From nickels to numbers

Amar Patel: From nickels to numbers

CHICAGO — "I just like numbers." For Amar Patel, numbers just make sense. From his early days of prize tickets and payroll, to his... read more

Theatre School graduate uses performance for social change

Theatre School graduate uses performance for social change

CHICAGO — Jalen Gilbert can still remember the reaction he received after playing the lead role in his second grade school play. “People kept... read more

Animation graduate draws inspiration from Japan

Animation graduate draws inspiration from Japan

CHICAGO — A single frame of Donalisa Gomez's animation reveals a glimpse of her storytelling world. In the center, a soft face emerges wide-eyed... read more

Graduate aims to shape bilingual education

Graduate aims to shape bilingual education

CHICAGO — At a young age, Erik Martinez learned that a strong education was worth extra effort, even if it meant crossing a border. For six years,... read more

DIY punk is red, white and blue

DIY punk is red, white and blue

​CHICAGO — The year was 1991 and the city was Los Angeles, and Daniel Makagon was broadcasting from KXLU, the student radio station at Loyola... read more

Statement from DePaul University president about profane graffiti on campus

Statement from DePaul University president about profane graffiti on campus

CHICAGO — Very early this morning, Public Safety received a call from the College Republicans reporting that someone had painted on the sidewalk in... read more

‘Real Men Don’t Sing’: Allison McCracken on crooning in American culture

‘Real Men Don’t Sing’: Allison McCracken on crooning in American culture

CHICAGO — Before Justin Timberlake or Frank Sinatra, a generation of male singers in the 1920s pioneered crooning on the radio. Allison McCracken,... read more

Catholic studies graduate finds calling through social justice experiences at DePaul

Catholic studies graduate finds calling through social justice experiences at DePaul

​CHICAGO — Griffin Hardy was sitting in a high school classroom in Wheaton, Illinois, when he first learned about Sister Helen Prejean’s work from the... read more

Marriott Foundation grant to DePaul University aims to develop next generation of hospitality leaders

Marriott Foundation grant to DePaul University aims to develop next generation of hospitality leaders

​CHICAGO —A new grant from The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation will be used to provide personalized progressive career preparation and... read more

‘Courier 12’ — A screenwriting jam session at DePaul University May 21

‘Courier 12’ — A screenwriting jam session at DePaul University May 21

​CHICAGO — Screenwriters, producers, editors and directors from the entertainment industry will give insider views during “Courier 12,” this year’s... read more

‘Imagining Heschel’ — a dialogue between renowned rabbi and cardinal — to be performed May 18 at DePaul University

‘Imagining Heschel’ — a dialogue between renowned rabbi and cardinal — to be performed May 18 at DePaul University

Dr. King taught that, in the end, how we live every day is of the greatest importance. Each morning we must remember that there is work to be done.... read more

Pre-eminent cellist in ‘pursuit of musical excellence’

Pre-eminent cellist in ‘pursuit of musical excellence’

CHICAGO — Ben Rogers sat in the audience as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra performed Tchaikovsky’s Sixth Symphony. As the piece began to swell,... read more

Health communicator writes her own path to success

Health communicator writes her own path to success

CHICAGO — In Bohorodchany, a small town nestled in western Ukraine near the Carpathian Mountains, Oleksandra... read more

College of Law graduate lands public interest law ‘dream job’

College of Law graduate lands public interest law ‘dream job’

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DePaul University presents 2-day institute: ‘Learning Agility and the Brain’

DePaul University presents 2-day institute: ‘Learning Agility and the Brain’

​CHICAGO — Results of an executive survey​ released this month by the Futurestep division of the global management consulting firm Korn Ferry found... read more

DePaul University College of Law to graduate 250 students May 15

DePaul University College of Law to graduate 250 students May 15

​CHICAGO — DePaul University College of Law will hold its commencement ceremony May 15 at the Rosemont Theatre where some 250 students will receive... read more

​DePaul Art Museum features Tony Fitzpatrick’s ‘The Secret Birds’

​DePaul Art Museum features Tony Fitzpatrick’s ‘The Secret Birds’

CHICAGO — Chicago artist Tony Fitzpatrick will bring his signature brand of witty visual repartee to the DePaul Art Museum this... read more

​‘Barbara Rossi’s: Poor Traits’ and ‘Eye Owe You!’ open at DePaul Art Museum May 12

​‘Barbara Rossi’s: Poor Traits’ and ‘Eye Owe You!’ open at DePaul Art Museum May 12

CHICAGO — Chicago artist Barbara Rossi’s enigmatic drawings and meticulous Plexiglas paintings will be featured at the DePaul Art Museum May 12... read more

‘Catholic Church, Jewish People and Jewish State’ is topic of panel discussion set at DePaul University April 18

‘Catholic Church, Jewish People and Jewish State’ is topic of panel discussion set at DePaul University April 18

​CHICAGO — Inspired by the Building Bridges of Faith photo exhibition of papal visits to the Holy Land, a panel discussion titled “The Catholic... read more

Local law firms support student legal services at DePaul

Local law firms support student legal services at DePaul

CHICAGO — DePaul University students who fight bad landlords or contest frivolous lawsuits now have more support, thanks to donations from... read more

Why to talk about death at dinner

Why to talk about death at dinner

CHICAGO — Death is not a topic people usually bring up at the dinner table, but it should be, says medical anthropologist and bioethicist... read more

Meet the speakers: TEDxDePaulUniversity

Meet the speakers: TEDxDePaulUniversity

​CHICAGO — With an overwhelming response to the call for speaker applications, the TEDxDePaulUniversity selection committee was astounded by the... read more

DePaul University names composer, community engagement leader as dean for School of Music

DePaul University names composer, community engagement leader as dean for School of Music

​​​​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University has selected Dr. Ronald Caltabiano, an internationally recognized composer with more than 25 years of... read more

Political reporters, campaign experts talk social media at DePaul

Political reporters, campaign experts talk social media at DePaul

CHICAGO — Some of Chicago’s top political reporters and campaign experts will gather at DePaul University to discuss how social media is... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents ‘Peter Pan and Wendy’

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents ‘Peter Pan and Wendy’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “Peter Pan and Wendy,” adapted by Doug Rand from the cherished J.M. Barrie novel... read more

DePaul names architect, urban planner as dean for College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

DePaul names architect, urban planner as dean for College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

CHICAGO — DePaul University has selected an architect and urban planner with three decades of experience in higher education as its... read more

DePaul University 2016 commencement speakers: Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, and business, education, technology and humanitarian thought leaders

DePaul University 2016 commencement speakers: Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, and business, education, technology and humanitarian thought leaders

​CHICAGO — Speakers for DePaul University’s 118th commencement ceremonies are thought leaders in their respective fields including education,... read more

Photo exhibition of papal visits to the Holy Land at DePaul University this spring

Photo exhibition of papal visits to the Holy Land at DePaul University this spring

​​​​​​CHICAGO — A photographic exploration of papal visits to Israel from 1964-2014 will be on display at DePaul University this spring... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents Molière's ‘The Misanthrope’

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents Molière's ‘The Misanthrope’

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents a modern retelling of “The Misanthrope,” Molière's classic comedy of manners... read more

World famous philosopher to speak at DePaul University

World famous philosopher to speak at DePaul University

CHICAGO — World-renowned intellectual Kwame Anthony Appiah will speak on “Education for Global Citizenship and the Crisis Facing Black... read more

Odds of a perfect NCAA bracket are near impossible: DePaul University mathematician

Odds of a perfect NCAA bracket are near impossible: DePaul University mathematician

​​​​​CHICAGO — The odds of picking a perfect bracket for the NCAA men’s basketball March Madness championship tournament are a staggering less than... read more

Statement from DePaul University president on Gov. Rauner's veto of SB2043

Statement from DePaul University president on Gov. Rauner's veto of SB2043

​​​CHICAGO — The Rev. Dennis H. Holtschneider, C.M., president of DePaul University, issued the following statement about the Monetary Award Program... read more

AACSB renews accreditation for DePaul University business and accounting programs

AACSB renews accreditation for DePaul University business and accounting programs

​​​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University’s business college and accountancy school have each earned 5-year renewals of their accreditation from AACSB... read more

Drones for research: DePaul University archaeologist to explain UAV use at Fifa for site documentation, monitoring

Drones for research: DePaul University archaeologist to explain UAV use at Fifa for site documentation, monitoring

​​​​​​​​CHICAGO — “Drones are proving to be powerful new tools to archaeologists for documenting excavation, mapping landscapes... read more

Fossil discovery: Extraordinary ‘big-mouthed’ fish from Cretaceous Period

Fossil discovery: Extraordinary ‘big-mouthed’ fish from Cretaceous Period

CHICAGO — An international team of scientists have discovered two new plankton-eating fossil fish species of the genus called... read more

Experts at DePaul University analyze presidential primaries

Experts at DePaul University analyze presidential primaries

​​​CHICAGO — Presidential debates, primaries and caucuses are in full swing, and DePaul University’s experts are available to provide insight and... read more

Valentine’s Day: DePaul University experts discuss ‘broken heart syndrome,’ consumer behavior, religious symbolism and cinema

Valentine’s Day: DePaul University experts discuss ‘broken heart syndrome,’ consumer behavior, religious symbolism and cinema

CHICAGO — DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight into different aspects of Valentine’s Day, including its religious... read more

DePaul University names Linda Blakley vice president for the Office of Public Relations and Communications

DePaul University names Linda Blakley vice president for the Office of Public Relations and Communications

​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University has selected Linda Blakley, an accomplished communications professional, as the next vice president for the Office of... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents 'God's Ear'

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents 'God's Ear'

CHICAGO – The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “God’s Ear,” written by Jenny Schwartz and directed by Andrew Peters, on the Fullerton... read more

'In the Blood' premieres at The Theatre School at DePaul University

'In the Blood' premieres at The Theatre School at DePaul University

​​​CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University presents “In the Blood” by Suzan-Lori Parks, directed by Nathan Singh, in the Sondra & Denis... read more

DePaul University appoints 3 to board of trustees

DePaul University appoints 3 to board of trustees

​​​​​​CHICAGO — DePaul University has elected three leaders to its 41-member board of trustees: Gery J. Chico, senior partner at the Chicago law firm... read more

Catholic scholar to speak on Jesus' African impact

Catholic scholar to speak on Jesus' African impact

​​​CHICAGO — The Rev. Laurenti Magesa, whose work has reshaped the study of Catholicism in Africa, will deliver an evening public lecture, “Naming... read more

World premiere of ‘Prospero’s Storm’ opens Jan. 14 for young audiences

World premiere of ‘Prospero’s Storm’ opens Jan. 14 for young audiences

​​​​​​CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present the world premiere of “Prospero’s Storm,” adapted and directed by Damon Kiely,... read more

Chicago artists Frid, Rezac, showcase ‘surprising connections’ in ‘Split Complementary’ opening Jan. 28 at DePaul Art Museum

Chicago artists Frid, Rezac, showcase ‘surprising connections’ in ‘Split Complementary’ opening Jan. 28 at DePaul Art Museum

CHICAGO — With refined appreciation for materials, but very different approaches, the art of Dianna Frid and Richard Rezac meets on complementary... read more

Study: Bus stations ‘brimming’ with traffic over Christmas and New Year’s

Study: Bus stations ‘brimming’ with traffic over Christmas and New Year’s

​​​CHICAGO — Winter holiday bus travel is projected to increase 1-2 percent from last year, reaching 2.6 million passengers over a 12-day period for... read more

DePaul University leadership expert publishes guide to 2016 presidential election process

DePaul University leadership expert publishes guide to 2016 presidential election process

​​​​​CHICAGO — Feb. 1, 2016, marks the official start of the U.S. presidential primary election season and even ​seasoned voters and political wonks... read more

DePaul University honors education advocates at Tangaza College commencement ceremony

DePaul University honors education advocates at Tangaza College commencement ceremony

CHICAGO — Two education crusaders, Sister Loretta Brennan, C.S.B., and Josephine Kulea will be recognized by DePaul University with honorary... read more

Acclaimed Chicago journalists Carol Marin and Don Moseley to co-direct new Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence at DePaul University

Acclaimed Chicago journalists Carol Marin and Don Moseley to co-direct new Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence at DePaul University

​​​CHICAGO — Truth, accuracy, fairness and context will serve as the guiding principles for DePaul University’s new Center for Journalism Integrity... read more

What presidential campaigns reveal about effective marketing

What presidential campaigns reveal about effective marketing

CHICAGO — The 2016 presidential election is less than a year away, and candidates are turning to technology more than ever to effectively... read more

Syrian refugee situation: DePaul University experts provide insight on U.S. and global implications

Syrian refugee situation: DePaul University experts provide insight on U.S. and global implications

CHICAGO — In the wake of recent terrorist attacks in Paris and Beirut reportedly carried out by the Islamic State group, government leaders and... read more

Study projects 1.5 million will travel by bus over Thanksgiving holiday

Study projects 1.5 million will travel by bus over Thanksgiving holiday

​​​CHICAGO — Passenger travel on scheduled bus lines over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend is expected to be at or near its highest level in more than... read more

Theatre’s De Shields, Aldridge, Raizin receive honors for excellence in the arts from DePaul University

Theatre’s De Shields, Aldridge, Raizin receive honors for excellence in the arts from DePaul University

CHICAGO — The annual Awards for Excellence in the Arts, held Nov. 9 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, celebrated talented artists and visionaries and... read more

Muslim-Catholic dialogue at DePaul University to focus on sub-Saharan Africa

Muslim-Catholic dialogue at DePaul University to focus on sub-Saharan Africa

​​​CHICAGO — Muslim and Catholic leaders engaged in interfaith dialogue will be on DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus Nov. 12 to discuss... read more

Cyber-risk conference: ‘A New Manhattan Project’

Cyber-risk conference: ‘A New Manhattan Project’

​​​​​CHICAGO — A series of cyberattacks in July 2015 on the New York Stock Exchange’s electronic trading platform, the Wall Street Journal’s website... read more

DePaul University to begin construction on new home for School of Music

DePaul University to begin construction on new home for School of Music

CHICAGO — Pre-construction work is set to begin this week for a new School of Music building on DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus. The... read more

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Singles’ Day in China: DePaul University experts discuss facets of consumer holidays

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Singles’ Day in China: DePaul University experts discuss facets of consumer holidays

CHICAGO — DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and commentary on the consumer holidays of Black Friday and Cyber... read more

Fact Sheet | New School of Music Complex at DePaul University

Fact Sheet | New School of Music Complex at DePaul University

First Phase | November 2015-Spring 2018 Demolition of McGaw Hall and construction of a 185,000-square-foot music center that will include teaching... read more

August Wilson’s ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’ opens Nov. 6 at Fullerton Stage Theatre

August Wilson’s ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’ opens Nov. 6 at Fullerton Stage Theatre

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present August Wilson’s “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone” at the Fullerton Stage Theatre. The... read more

Civil War memoirs of Catholic sister nurses reveal stories of charity and courage

Civil War memoirs of Catholic sister nurses reveal stories of charity and courage

CHICAGO — In the face of adversity and danger during the American Civil War, the Daughters of Charity, a Roman Catholic community of religious... read more

High performing Chicago Cubs head into NLCS matchup with leadership, confidence

High performing Chicago Cubs head into NLCS matchup with leadership, confidence

CHICAGO — There is a new wind blowing in Wrigleyville, as front office leadership, coaching and management style has the Chicago Cubs... read more

Presidential elections: DePaul University faculty experts discuss the 2016 campaigns, candidates, issues

Presidential elections: DePaul University faculty experts discuss the 2016 campaigns, candidates, issues

CHICAGO — The U.S. presidential primary season is underway, and DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and commentary... read more

Physicians, social scientists team up to reduce health disparities in Chicago

Physicians, social scientists team up to reduce health disparities in Chicago

CHICAGO - Individuals are born with their own personal health potential, yet social factors like a lack of access to quality care can negatively... read more

Ibsen’s ‘The Lady from the Sea’ launches season on the Healy stage at DePaul

Ibsen’s ‘The Lady from the Sea’ launches season on the Healy stage at DePaul

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will present Henrik Ibsen’s “The Lady from the Sea” as the first production of the season in... read more

DePaul University opera alumni to perform at Mesirow Financial’s ‘A Grand Night for Singing'

DePaul University opera alumni to perform at Mesirow Financial’s ‘A Grand Night for Singing'

CHICAGO — Two of DePaul University School of Music’s most celebrated alumni are returning to Chicago for a one-of-a-kind musical event. Soprano... read more

Expert: Domestic violence solutions are political, not only personal

Expert: Domestic violence solutions are political, not only personal

Political scientist Kathleen R. Arnold believes Americans do not respond effectively to domestic violence, and that solutions are not just... read more

Apple tasting with Cézanne opens DePaul University Humanities Center season

Apple tasting with Cézanne opens DePaul University Humanities Center season

CHICAGO — An apple tasting and discussion of artist Paul Cézanne will kick off the fall season for the DePaul University Humanities Center Oct.... read more

Daryl Koehn joins DePaul University as Wicklander Chair in Business Ethics

Daryl Koehn joins DePaul University as Wicklander Chair in Business Ethics

CHICAGO — Daryl Koehn returns to DePaul University as the Wicklander Chair in Business Ethics, a position she previously held from... read more

DePaul University appoints Jeffrey Bethke as executive vice president

DePaul University appoints Jeffrey Bethke as executive vice president

CHICAGO — Jeff Bethke, an accomplished and longtime member of the university’s financial team, has been selected by DePaul University’s board of... read more

Study: Advance directives are about more than refusing care

Study: Advance directives are about more than refusing care

CHICAGO — A new study finds that nearly a third of people who fill out advance health care directives — documents that lay out a patient’s... read more

Study: New framework helps measure, define global homelessness

Study: New framework helps measure, define global homelessness

CHICAGO — Ahead of World Homeless Day Oct. 10, researchers have released a new framework to help unite those addressing homelessness worldwide.... read more

Real Martians: Researcher talks movies, NASA and team composition

Real Martians: Researcher talks movies, NASA and team composition

Fictional astronauts coping with drama in deep space make for a great movie. In real life, researchers are helping NASA better understand... read more

Researchers discover new lineage of prehistoric, plankton-eating sharks

Researchers discover new lineage of prehistoric, plankton-eating sharks

DePaul University paleobiologist Kenshu Shimada’s rendering of a Pseudomegachasma shark hypothesizes it had a large mouth with many small teeth.... read more

Substance abuse recovery odds increase in a community setting

Substance abuse recovery odds increase in a community setting

CHICAGO — Following substance abuse treatment, individuals who live in a collaborative housing setting with community rules and responsibilities... read more

Syrian refugee crisis: DePaul University experts available to speak on the global implications

Syrian refugee crisis: DePaul University experts available to speak on the global implications

CHICAGO — Humanitarian and political efforts have mobilized across the globe as millions of Syrian refugees flee to Europe and the Middle East... read more

DePaul University to support and align with federal financial aid changes

DePaul University to support and align with federal financial aid changes

CHICAGO — DePaul University, the largest Catholic university in the United States with nearly 24,000 students, is preparing to make changes in... read more

‘Esperanza Rising’: Children’s show opens at DePaul’s Merle Reskin Theatre Oct. 8

‘Esperanza Rising’: Children’s show opens at DePaul’s Merle Reskin Theatre Oct. 8

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University will open the 2015-16 Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences series with “Esperanza... read more

Foodie fest: DePaul University experts chew over impact of food on health, wine, culture

Foodie fest: DePaul University experts chew over impact of food on health, wine, culture

CHICAGO – From “Travel and Leisure​” to the “Travel Channel​,” Chicago has been named as one of America’s best cities for food and foodies. This... read more

DePaul University earns Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award

DePaul University earns Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award

CHICAGO — DePaul University has received the 2015 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. This... read more

U.S. News & World Report lists DePaul University as ‘innovative school’

U.S. News & World Report lists DePaul University as ‘innovative school’

CHICAGO — DePaul University is one of the country’s “most innovative schools,” according to the 2016 college rankings published by U.S. News &... read more

‘Idol Structures’ showcases artwork hidden in plain sight

‘Idol Structures’ showcases artwork hidden in plain sight

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Study: 1.14 million will travel by bus over Labor Day holiday

Study: 1.14 million will travel by bus over Labor Day holiday

CHICAGO — Late summer vacations, college kids on the move and travelers headed to family events will result in hundreds of intercity buses being... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University announces the 2015-16 season

The Theatre School at DePaul University announces the 2015-16 season

CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University’s 2015-16 season features two world premiere productions, reimagined classics, contemporary pieces... read more

A decade after Hurricane Katrina: Experts discuss climate change, race relations and social enterprise

A decade after Hurricane Katrina: Experts discuss climate change, race relations and social enterprise

CHICAGO — This August marks the 10-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which killed 1,200 people and crippled the city of New Orleans. While... read more

Study: 1.3 million will travel by bus over July Fourth holiday

Study: 1.3 million will travel by bus over July Fourth holiday

CHICAGO — A long holiday weekend, budget fares and the convenience of a new GPS tracking system will draw more than 1.3 million passengers to... read more

Transportation expert, Chicago historian discuss Eastland disaster

Transportation expert, Chicago historian discuss Eastland disaster

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Study: More Chicago Metra riders glued to electronics

Study: More Chicago Metra riders glued to electronics

CHICAGO — Metra commuters in Chicago are increasingly doing things that would be illegal if they were driving — texting, reading email, shopping... read more

Experts available to speak on Greece’s debt crisis

Experts available to speak on Greece’s debt crisis

CHICAGO — DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide insight and commentary on the financial and political crisis in Greece.... read more

DePaul Art Museum selects MCA’s Julie Rodrigues Widholm as director

DePaul Art Museum selects MCA’s Julie Rodrigues Widholm as director

CHICAGO — DePaul University has named Julie Rodrigues Widholm, a nationally recognized curator of contemporary art, as director for the DePaul Art... read more

Author of ‘Soundless Roar,’ Ava Kadishson Schieber, to speak at DePaul University

Author of ‘Soundless Roar,’ Ava Kadishson Schieber, to speak at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Artist and poet Ava Kadishson Schieber, who as an adolescent during the Holocaust hid on a small farm in Serbia, will offer reflections... read more

Experts available to speak on pope’s encyclical on environmental issues

Experts available to speak on pope’s encyclical on environmental issues

CHICAGO — DePaul University faculty experts are available to provide commentary on Pope Francis’ encyclical on environmental issues, which the... read more

Designing a strong path to success at DePaul

Designing a strong path to success at DePaul

Jenny Fuerte grew up amid the sights, sounds and smells of Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood. Food vendors sell everything from tacos to tamales, elotes... read more

Meet DePaul University’s class of 2015

Meet DePaul University’s class of 2015

CHICAGO — Some 6,700 students will graduate from DePaul University this academic year and among them are Fulbright scholars, veterans, educators,... read more

Student playwright: ‘Rehearsals help get play on its feet’

Student playwright: ‘Rehearsals help get play on its feet’

If a family member or someone you love deeply told you they saw an angel, would you believe them? “I thought that was an interesting question;... read more

From Indiana to Turkey, multi-lingual scholar receives Fulbright

From Indiana to Turkey, multi-lingual scholar receives Fulbright

Kevin Cole was in a Japanese language class in middle school when something clicked. His teacher remarked that Cole was picking up the language... read more

College of Communication grad sees advertising as storytelling

College of Communication grad sees advertising as storytelling

As a college student majoring in hospitality leadership, Jose Juarez fell in love with advertising after realizing “advertising is essentially... read more

Future teacher aims to change children’s lives through music

Future teacher aims to change children’s lives through music

Music has been a major part of Larena Code’s life for as long as she can remember. It became especially important for her when she moved from... read more

‘Act of defiance’ fuels future leader’s path

‘Act of defiance’ fuels future leader’s path

ROTC Cadet Val Gonzalo still remembers doing pushups and situps with her cousins when she was 5 years old. “They told me I was really... read more

Education major gives back to Chicago Public Schools

Education major gives back to Chicago Public Schools

Stephanie Berryhill was standing in a classroom at Englewood High School wondering why all of the students were laying their heads on their desks.... read more

Marine fosters passion for service and leadership at DePaul University

Marine fosters passion for service and leadership at DePaul University

If you asked him 10 years ago, Ulises Ivan Sanchez would have never guessed that he was going to provide human resources support to over 1,500... read more

Psychology graduate aims to impact youth in her community

Psychology graduate aims to impact youth in her community

For Benita Figueroa, the definition of success is not about how much money or how much power she has; it’s about how many young lives she can... read more

Printers Row Lit Fest to feature DePaul University authors, experts

Printers Row Lit Fest to feature DePaul University authors, experts

CHICAGO — Authors Clark Elliott and Rebecca Johns Trissler, transportation expert Joseph Schwieterman and librarian Morgen MacIntosh-Hodgetts — DePaul... read more

Ugandan educator Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe to visit DePaul University

Ugandan educator Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe to visit DePaul University

CHICAGO — Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe uses her voice, faith and aluminum pull tabs to change women’s lives in Uganda. Nyirumbe will visit DePaul... read more

Waterloo: A defining battle in military history

Waterloo: A defining battle in military history

CHICAGO — French general and politician Napoléon Bonaparte won more battles than he lost. But under his command on June 18, 1815, the French... read more

Jeff Tweedy, guest readers to celebrate author George Saunders at DePaul University

Jeff Tweedy, guest readers to celebrate author George Saunders at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Bestselling author George Saunders will headline a marathon celebration of his work at DePaul University June 2-3. “24 Hour George... read more

Bus travel will reach 25-year high over Memorial Day holiday

Bus travel will reach 25-year high over Memorial Day holiday

CHICAGO — Instead of getting behind the wheel or boarding an airplane for the Memorial Day holiday, more than 1.7 million passengers will travel via... read more

Cook County House Price Index highlights persistent divide between neighborhoods

Cook County House Price Index highlights persistent divide between neighborhoods

CHICAGO — As house prices rebound in all communities across Cook County, the divide between areas that are thriving and those that are struggling... read more

Lighting design students illuminate architecture of Lincoln Park church

Lighting design students illuminate architecture of Lincoln Park church

CHICAGO — When the sun goes down, Chicago’s beautiful architecture doesn’t disappear into the dark. Instead, lighting designers use technology and... read more

Latina from Chicago’s South Side blazes trail to business law

Latina from Chicago’s South Side blazes trail to business law

It’s rarely good to scream on an airplane. Amanda Moncada was on a flight when she opened an email that made her feel like she could jump out of... read more

DePaul University College of Law to graduate 280 students May 17

DePaul University College of Law to graduate 280 students May 17

CHICAGO — DePaul University College of Law will hold its commencement May 17 at the Rosemont Theatre where some 280 students will receive their... read more

DePaul University Library joins federal program that provides access to government information

DePaul University Library joins federal program that provides access to government information

CHICAGO — The U.S. Government Publishing Office announced the designation of DePaul University Library as a digital-only member of... read more

Sonja Thomsen’s ‘Glowing Wavelengths In Between’ opens at DePaul Art Museum May 14

Sonja Thomsen’s ‘Glowing Wavelengths In Between’ opens at DePaul Art Museum May 14

CHICAGO — Describe a rainbow without using the word “rainbow.” It is harder than it sounds. Artist Sonja Thomsen asked viewers this question when... read more

Ancient language expert to analyze text of cuneiform tablets at DePaul University

Ancient language expert to analyze text of cuneiform tablets at DePaul University

CHICAGO — Dusty, pocket-sized, 4,000-year old clay cuneiform tablets, which traveled from ancient Iraq to the United States, have found a home at... read more

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents 2 world premieres

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents 2 world premieres

CHICAGO — New work will take center stage this spring, as The Theatre School at DePaul University offers two world premiere productions to conclude... read more