DePaul University Newsline > Issue > January 21, 2022

January 21, 2022

VOL. 55 NO. 17

Articles

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Presidential search advances to semi-finalist stage

Judy Greffin | January 21, 2022

​The search advisory committee continues its work to find the best person to serve as DePaul's next president. The committee met earlier this week to review our current pool of candidates and determine our semi-finalists.

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SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR

Faculty develops myeloma textbook for nurses

Joseph D. Tariman | January 21, 2022

​This third edition presents cutting-edge information on novel treatments and nursing care of patients with multiple myeloma receiving these novel therapies.

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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Dining discount available for faculty and staff

Rachel Wojnicki | January 21, 2022

​DePaul faculty and staff can now receive a 10 percent discount on purchases at participating Blue Demon Dining locations.

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FACULTY AND STAFF: HR NEWS

Performance appraisals: Check in on 2021-22 performance goals

Office of Human Resources | January 21, 2022

​Although we just started a new calendar year, we are already halfway through the current staff performance appraisal period. The 2021-22 performance appraisal cycle officially ends on June 30.

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FACULTY AND STAFF: HR NEWS

At-home COVID-19 tests covered through DePaul’s medical plan pharmacy benefits

Office of Human Resources | January 21, 2022

​DePaul’s medical plan pharmacy benefits now cover over-the-counter diagnostic tests for COVID-19. This coverage is per new federal guidance and is effective through the end of the federal public health emergency.

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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

$300,000 gift addresses vital student need

Office of Advancement | January 21, 2022

DePaul Life ​Trustee Joanne Velasquez and her husband, Arthur, are helping those in need realize their academic and career aspirations through a generous $300,000 gift to fund the Velasquez Family Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship recognizes and supports high-potential graduates of Chicago Catholic high schools who wish to enroll at DePaul and who demonstrate financial need.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

A glowing example of neighborly goodwill at the Ray

Melania Toczko | January 21, 2022

​An internshi​p at the Ray Meyer Fitness and Recreation Center gives high school students with special needs crucial on-the-job experience as they prepare to enter the working world.

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HEY STUDENTS! NEWS YOU NEED

Get ready for Blue Demon Week 2022

Rachel Wojnicki | January 21, 2022

​Blue Demon Week is around the corner. Set for Jan. 24 – 29, this annual event brings together students, faculty, staff and alumni to celebrate what it means to be a DePaul Blue Demon.

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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

DePaul IDs required for dining halls

Dining Services | January 21, 2022

Chicago now ​requires proof of vaccination when dining or drinking indoors, a change that affects university dining locations. Students, faculty and staff must now show their DePaul ID every time they dine or drink at one of these spots. Diners may remove their mask only when they are actively eating and drinking. New rules also apply to dining guests who are not affiliated with DePaul.
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Scene At DePaul

In-person learning resumes across DePaul

​DePaul was thrilled to welcome students and faculty back to campus Tuesday, the first day for in-person classes this quarter. Thank you to everyone for their flexibility, which allowed us to start the winter term with caution. Please remember that DePaul is asking everyone to improve the quality of masks worn on campus. The university highly recommends using medical-grade masks such as KN95 or N95 masks. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

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DePaul In The News

Visible Magazine • Lydia Stazen

To 'Build Back Better,' We Must End Homelessness

January 18, 2022

Psychology Today • Joseph Ferrari

Ubuntu: Our Interconnection, Summed Up in One Word

January 6, 2022

WTTW • Joseph Schwieterman

AT&T, Verizon Pause Some New 5G After Airlines Raise Alarm

January 19, 2022

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