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March 14, 2019
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VOL. 52 NO. 24
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
It's Celebration City in the South Loop
DePaul Athletics | March 14,2019
DePaul Women's Basketball won its fourth BIG EAST Tournament title on Tuesday night, March 12, at Wintrust Arena. With the win, the women punched their 17th straight ticket to the NCAA Tournament.
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Admissions scandal in higher education
Office of Public Relations and Communications | March 14, 2019
You likely have read coverage of the unfolding investigation of college admissions fraud and may be concerned about whether it touches DePaul, as one of those who have been indicted has made donations to the university. Read DePaul's statement regarding the admissions scandal in higher education.
FACULTY AND STAFF: HR NEWS
Spring forward to a healthier you
Ben Craig | March 14, 2019
The 2019 Healthy Vincent's Wellness Program is designed to encourage good habits that promote overall health and well-being. Let spring be the time to schedule appointments and plan for a year of healthy living. Get your teeth cleaned. Set up a DePaul 403(b) financial planning session. Set up that annual checkup with your doctor. DePaul Human Resources is committed to helping you achieve a healthy lifestyle. Read on to learn more about how to earn your wellness points.
STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
Global Learning Experience Expands to Colombia and Beyond
Denise Mattson | March 14, 2019
Bringing students from around the world together using technology is the idea behind DePaul's Global Learning Experience. The initiative, known as GLE, enables faculty and students to collaborate on joint projects and interact with classrooms in other countries without the time and expense of travel. Read on to learn more about a new College of Education course that will offer a transnational intercultural experience for students in Chicago and Colombia.
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Two Days Only: Discounted Tickets Available to TEDxDePaulUniversity
Office of Public Relations and Communications | March 14, 2019
DePaul speakers on the verge of viral fame. Raffles for gift certificates and a downtown hotel stay. Performance art and audience engagement opportunities. All are in store for this year's TEDxDePaulUniversity on April 12 at the School of Music's new Holtschneider Performance Center.
DEBUZZ
DePaul esports team in first place entering BIG EAST League of Legends playoffs
Russell Dorn | March 14, 2019
After cruising through the regular season with an 11-1 record, DePaul's League of Legends esports team is the top seed for the upcoming BIG EAST playoffs, set for March 17.
DEBUZZ
DePaul community members to share experience with gaming, esports at two C2E2 panels
Russell Dorn | March 14, 2019
This year's Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo — or C2E2 — will feature a pair of DePaul panels that focus on gaming and esports in college. In addition, the university will co-sponsor the Overwatch Gaming Zone during the three-day expo set for March 22-24 at McCormick Place.
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DePaul’s Board of Trustees Approves Budget for 2019-20
Office of Public Relations and Communications | March 7, 2019
DePaul’s Board of Trustees approved a $583 million budget today for fiscal year 2019-20 that helps DePaul further its Catholic, Vincentian mission and secure an academically vibrant and financially sustainable future for the university.
DEBUZZ
Faculty and staff: Don't miss Lunch with Vincent on March 22
Rachel Marciano | March 7, 2019
This month, the Lunch with Vincent quarterly dialogue series continues with an event on Friday, March 22. John Culbert, dean of The Theatre School, will serve as guest speaker. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend. RSVPs are requested. Please note, this item was updated on March 11 to reflect the new time and date.
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Business college launches undergraduate digital marketing track
Robin Florzak | March 7, 2019
Digital marketing talent is in high demand by organizations nationally. In fact, it is the most recruited role by marketing leaders, according to the McKinley Marketing Partners 2019 Hiring Trends Study. To ensure that DePaul students are well-prepared for these opportunities, the Driehaus College of Business has launched a digital marketing concentration in its undergraduate marketing major.
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