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May 15, 2020

VOL. 53 NO. 32

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

DePaul Download podcast: Bioethicists and their roles in the fight against COVID-19

University Marketing and Communications | May 15,2020

​At the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic are bioethicists, experts who help health professionals and elected officials navigate tough decisions. On this episode, DePaul bioethicists Craig Klugman and Valerie Koch discuss how they've applied their expertise during this pandemic, their takes on local and state responses to COVID-19 and what may come next.

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Articles

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

From the President: Plans for fall quarter reopening

A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D. | May 15, 2020

​I write with an update on an important question and to confirm that DePaul is planning to be open for limited in-person learning and reduced occupancy in on-campus student residences in the fall quarter 2020.
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DEBUZZ

Attend the 2020 Interfaith Baccalaureate Service

Division of Mission and Ministry | May 15, 2020

​At a time when many are feeling isolated, in need of spiritual support and could benefit from a faith-based celebration, the university invites graduating students, faculty, staff, family and friends to attend the Interfaith Baccalarueate Service on Friday, June 12.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Cynthia Pickett appointed associate provost for diversity, equity and inclusion

Elizabeth Clements | May 15, 2020

​Following a national search, Interim Provost Salma Ghanem announced on May 14, Dr. Cynthia Pickett will serve as DePaul's associate provost for diversity, equity and inclusion in the Office of Academic Affairs. Her appointment will begin July 1.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

New business minor, combined degrees prepare undergrads for the job market

Robin Florzak | May 15, 2020

​The Driehaus College of Business is offering a new business minor for DePaul undergraduates majoring in non-business disciplines this fall. The minor equips students with an entrepreneurial skillset that will empower them to create their own career opportunities or stand out in their fields.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

PRAD students advance to the final round of PRSSA's Bateman Competition

Jen Himes | May 15, 2020

​For the first time in DePaul's history, a team of College of Communication students are advancing to the final round of the Bateman Competition, PRSSA's premier national case study competition for public relations students. Another team at DePaul has received an honorable mention for their campaign.
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DEBUZZ

Ester Trujillo earns 2020 Career Enhancement Fellowship

Rachel Wojnicki | May 15, 2020

​Earlier this quarter, the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation named Ester Trujillo as a 2020 Career Enhancement Fellow. Trujillo is an assistant professor of Latin American and Latino Studies at DePaul.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Athlete's passion for helping others leads to healthcare front line

DePaul Athletics | May 14, 2020

​After graduating from DePaul's nursing program last summer, former Blue Demon basketball player Brooke Schulte landed a position working in the emergency room at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Now she's on the front lines battling to save lives in the onslaught of the coronavirus pandemic.
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Meet Christine Augustin and Claire Newby: Peer Health Educators caring for the campus community

Carolyn Brinckwirth | May 15, 2020

​As peer health educators on DePaul's Health Education Action Team, Christine Augustin and Claire Newby strive to care for the well-being of their Blue Demon peers.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Mission Monday: Seeing with Vincentian eyes

Mark Laboe | May 15, 2020

​In light of COVID-19, the life example of Vincent de Paul invites us to care for those who suffer, who are forgotten, isolated, or marginalized from a sense of human community, or who lack the opportunities and resources necessary to flourish.
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

Wellness Wednesday: What is Mental Health Awareness Month?

Katrina Wagner | May 15, 2020

​This year, Mental Health Awareness Month coincides with one of the most complex and challenging times in our nation's history. The coronavirus pandemic has caused immense physical pain and hardships, as well as loss for many people.
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DEBUZZ

DPAM Director curates 'Chicago Tribute' section of virtual Frieze New York art fair

Madeline Rosemurgy | May 15, 2020

​Chicago women artists are celebrated in this year's Frieze New York international art fair, an annual event usually held on Randall Island in New York City. DePaul Art Museum's Julie Rodrigues Widholm curated the Chicago Tribune section to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ratification of women's right to vote. The fair has moved online, and a virtual viewing room open until May 15.
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