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May 28, 2021
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VOL. 54 NO. 35
Memorial Day: Honoring its history and meaning
Riley Knox | May 28,2021
This Monday, May 31, is our country's 50th annual day of remembrance, during which we honor all who have died while serving in the U.S. military. This occasion has a long history and carries profound meaning for our nation.
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Welcome Week dates announced
Student Affairs | May 28, 2021
Fall Welcome Week will be Aug. 30 - Sept. 10. Through this extended experience, students—including traditional second-year or transfer students who haven't been able to visit campus yet—will have the opportunity to explore options at DePaul that engage outside of the classroom.
Study: ‘Brain fog’ persists among COVID-19 long-haulers
Kristin Claes Mathews | May 28, 2021
As people with long-haul COVID-19 continue to recover, neurocognitive symptoms may persist or even worsen over time, as reported in new findings from researchers at DePaul University. Psychologist Leonard A. Jason led the study comparing those with long-haul COVID-19 with patients who have myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome.
Vito Tonejc Wins BIG EAST Player of the Year
Bob Sakamoto | May 28, 2021
Vito Tonejc has been honored as the BIG EAST Player of the Year, the second Blue Demon in program history to achieve such recognition. Tonejc and Boris Spanjaard were unanimous selections for the All-BIG EAST First Team.
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Micaela Cayton Garrido receives Fulbright research award
Scott Butterworth | May 28, 2021
Micaela Cayton Garrido, an instructor in the Peace, Justice, and Conflict Studies Program, will study COVID-19 and the migrant worker experience in the Philippines and Singapore through the Fulbright ASEAN Research Program.
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Brenda Chavez earns Fulbright Scholars Award
Rachel Wojnicki | May 28, 2021
Brenda Chavez, an assistant director of admission and Texas regional representative for DePaul, earned a Fulbright Scholars Award to be an English teaching assistant in Mexico. A Double Demon, Chavez will leave for her program this August.
Myth busters: COVID-19 vaccine edition
DePaul Community Health Team | May 28, 2021
While many have jumped at the chance to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some may still be concerned about the vaccines' efficacy and safety. Here are five of the most common myths about the vaccines and the latest, science-based information debunking them.
Faculty: Affordable course materials reduce student costs and uncertainty
Susan Shultz, reference librarian | May 28, 2021
Fall quarter preparations are underway with cautious optimism amid the uncertainty about what COVID-19 will look like in September. Consider incorporating affordable learning materials into your fall classes as a way to decrease students’ costs and alleviate stress. DePaul's library liaisons are available to help locate open education and library resources for your courses.
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'To Be Free From Fear': The Berrigan Family's Call to Action
Morgen MacIntosh Hodgetts | May 28, 2021
Special Collections and Archives' new digital exhibit celebrates the presentation of the inaugural Berrigan-McAlister Award this May. Spearheaded by faculty in Catholic Studies, DePaul gives the award to a person or organization that exemplifies active Christian nonviolence.
Mission: Managing Life’s Transitions
Matt Merkt | May 28, 2021
There is transition happening all around us. What are the changes you are moving through right now? The calmer we can be, the easier these moments may become.
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Back to Campus Vodcast
May 28, 2021
Episode nine of the Back to Campus Vodcast features Connor Mudd from the DePaul Activities Board. Tune in to hear about what DAB learned from its on-campus spring events and what the board is planning for fall quarter.
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