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May 7, 2021
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VOL. 54 NO. 32
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
TEDxDPU 2021 will tackle 'The Unexpected'
University Marketing and Communications | May 7,2021
TEDxDePaulUniversity is back! The DePaul community, friends and family are invited to register for the free online event, set for May 21 at 11:30 a.m. This year's theme, "The Unexpected," will explore how some of life's most important lessons are the ones that were unforeseen.
Articles
MULTIMEDIA
Vaccine clinic helps DePaul get ready for fall
Visual Services | May 7, 2021
To increase access to the COVID-19 vaccine, DePaul held a clinic for students, faculty and staff on the Lincoln Park Campus in late April. About 450 community members received their first doses of the vaccine, some proudly taking selfies to share the news on social media.
DEBUZZ
Marcy Dinius earns Fulbright U.S. Scholar award
Rachel Wojnicki | May 7, 2021
Marcy J. Dinius, an associate professor in the Department of English, has earned a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award. She will use this award in spring 2022 to lecture at Ochanomizu University and Tsuda University, two prestigious women's universities, in Tokyo.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
DePaul Art Museum reopening May 14
Russell Dorn | May 7, 2021
With COVID-19 safety precautions in place, DePaul Art Museum will reopen to in-person viewing May 14. A pair of exhibitions, "LatinXAmerican" and "Claudia Peña Salinas: Quetzalli," will be on display through Aug. 15 at the museum, located on DePaul University's Lincoln Park Campus.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
Reminder: On-campus COVID-19 safety guidelines
University Marketing and Communications | May 7, 2021
While the CDC recently released new outdoor guidelines for vaccinated people, the university still requires non-vaccinated and fully vaccinated people to wear a mask, complete the #CampusClear questionnaire, abide by Chicago's Emergency Travel Order and maintain physical distance to Take Care DePaul.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
Updated Library due dates
Heather Hummons | May 7, 2021
As the end of the academic year approaches, the DePaul University Library would like to provide a few updates to your library due dates.
MULTIMEDIA
Back to Campus vodcast: End of year celebrations
Office of Student Involvement | May 7, 2021
Week six of the Back to Campus Vodcast features discussion around end of the year celebrations and ways to recognize your graduating student organization members with Teneshia Arnold from the Office of Student Involvement. This week’s vodcast also features information on DePaul University Vaccine Day, held on May 6.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
Mission: Are "thoughts and prayers" enough?
Katie Brick | May 7, 2021
When faced with another's loss or difficulty, is offering your "thoughts and prayers" enough? As we approach the National Day of Prayer on May 6, do you ever wonder how your prayer might be meaningful or effective?
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
Wellness: Let's continue the talk about sexual and relationship violence
Jess Peterson | May 7, 2021
Just before the beginning of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness welcomed its new sexual and relationship violence prevention specialist. Sara Heidbreder began her new role on March 22, just in time to shepherd in a month full of SAAM programs.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY
Louise Week 2021 starts Sunday
Division of Mission and Ministry | May 7, 2021
In honor of Saint Louise de Marillac’s Feast Day on May 9, the Division of Mission and Ministry invites DePaul students, faculty and staff to celebrate Louise Week 2021. Join the Division of Mission and Ministry May 9-14 to pause, connect, play, and sharpen your social justice tool kit. Read along with daily blog reflections, complete a virtual six-day pilgrimage, and attend many other events created to help our community connect and refresh.
FACULTY AND STAFF: HR NEWS
What you need to know about DePaul's 403(b) plan transition in July
Office of Human Resources | May 7, 2021
As was shared previously, effective July 21, 2021, Fidelity will become the single service provider for receiving contributions and providing plan services for DePaul's 403(b) Retirement Plan. The university will host two more virtual meetings on May 11 and 13 where faculty and staff can learn more.
Life Events
LIFE EVENTS
DePaul alumnus leaves lasting impact
May 7, 2021
Michael Holmes, a 2020 graduate, died on April 20 from astrocytoma, a rare and aggressive brain cancer that took his life rapidly only a month after diagnosis. The loss has left his DePaul friends and classmates deeply saddened, yet also firmly resolved to ensure the memorable gifts and spirit he radiated and shared so freely will live on to inspire and benefit others.
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