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February 26, 2021

VOL. 54 NO. 22

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

DePaul Download podcast: On with the show - Performing arts in the age of COVID 19

University Marketing and Communications | February 26,2021

​At the start of the pandemic, The Theatre School transitioned Shakespeare's dark comedy, "Measure for Measure," from a live in-studio play to a radio show. Maricruz Menchero, a 2020 MFA graduate, talks about the experience, the radio show's unexpected benefits and how her coursework introduced her to new skillsets for life after graduation.

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Articles

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

DePaul launches new Master's in artificial intelligence program

Rachel Wojnicki | February 26, 2021

​From the smartphones in our pockets to data analysis systems for tracking the spread of diseases like COVID-19, artificial intelligence now touches nearly every industry in modern society. Thanks to a new Master of Science in artificial intelligence, DePaul students now have the opportunity to develop a foundation in this fast-growing field.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

DePaul joins Illinois Science and Technology Coalition

Rachel Wojnicki | February 26, 2021

​​In January, DePaul joined the Illinois Science and Technology Coalition. The ISTC is a nonprofit which aims to strengthen the state's innovation economy through data collection, policy advocacy and impactful programs.
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HEY STUDENTS! NEWS YOU NEED

Referrals being accepted for new Rising High Fund

Office of Multicultural Student Success | February 26, 2021

​The Office of Multicultural Student Success is now accepting referrals for the Rising High Fund. Made possible by a recent gift of $150,000 from a generous donor, this fund provides financial assistance to undergraduate undocumented and DACAmented students at DePaul.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Submission window open for Cunningham Commission for Youth Theatre

Anna Ables | February 26, 2021

​The Theatre School is now accepting submissions for the Cunningham Commission for Youth Theatre. Faculty, staff and student playwrights, as well as TTS alumni and other Chicagoland playwrights, are eligible to apply. The deadline for submissions is April 1.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Share how you stay home with DePaul

Michelle Patrick | February 26, 2021

​Over the last year, Blue Demons have found creative, productive and fun ways to hang out at home to stop the spread of COVID-19. So, what have you been up to? Submit a photo for the chance to win at DePaul-branded face mask.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Reach for the sky: The Mabel Landry Staton story

Bob Sakamoto | February 26, 2021

​​Mabel Landry Staton is arguably the greatest athlete to ever attend DePaul. It was unfortunate that during her time in Lincoln Park in the early 1950s, there was no Blue Demon women's track and field program. So Staton trained independently, became a powerful force on the national scene and wound up proudly representing her country at the 1952 summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland.
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INTO THE ARCHIVES

Exploring book arts at DePaul Special Collections and Archives

Nora Gabor | February 26, 2021

​When you hear the words "rare books," you may think of old leather bound tomes. What you might not expect to find in Special Collections and Archives' rare book collections are artists' books. Using different media and formats, artists invite the reader to experience art through the act of reading and exploring the piece’s relationship between image and text.
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SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR

Staff explores storytelling, adventure in debut children's book

James Conway | February 26, 2021

​In this short children's book, readers become part of Benzo's Dream Cheese World. Every time this mouse falls asleep, a magical world begins in his mind. The only obstacle that he has to face is time itself before he awakens from his sleep.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Business Accelerator Program grads offer advice for entrepreneurs

Jaclyn Lansbery | February 26, 2021

​As the COVID-19 virus spread to the U.S. in early 2020, small businesses everywhere suffered. Learn how these Business Accelerator Program alumni have pivoted their businesses through the economic crisis, and advice they have for entrepreneurs.
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DEBUZZ

Faculty: Don't miss Research Services' Lunch and Learn series

Office of Research Service | February 26, 2021

​To continue the synergy started at Innovation Day 2021, the Office of Research Services is hosting monthly Lunch & Learn sessions. These sessions will enable faculty to network with others across Colleges, share their research, and foster innovative partnerships.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Mission: Having faith in light of life's mysteries

Michael Van Dorpe | February 26, 2021

​​"The more directly we look at the sun the less we see it..." - St. Vincent de Paul
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Life Events

LIFE EVENTS

Remembering alumnus John Kordek, former ambassador and associate vice president for external relations

February 26, 2021

​After 26 years as a distinguished American diplomat, Ambassador John Kordek returned to his alma mater to serve as associate vice president for external relations from 1991 until his retirement in 2004. Kordek died on Feb. 16 at home with his wife of 56 years by his side.

DePaul In The News

Crain's Chicago Business • Kellstadt Graduate School of Business

Social responsibility gains curriculum credibility

February 19, 2021

Borderless Magazine • DePaul Art Museum

New Contemporary Art Exhibit Uplifts Latinx Experiences

February 18, 2021

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