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Institute of Global Homelessness
DePaul receives $21 million for scholarships, homelessness institute
Kristin Claes Mathews
Alumnus George L. Ruff and his wife, Tanya S. Ruff, have made estate and monetary gifts to the university totaling $21 million to support scholarships and DePaul’s Institute of Global Homelessness. In recognition of the gift, the institute will be renamed the George and Tanya Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness.
Student Spotlight
Political science student passes perseverance, mentorship on to next generation
Carolyn Brinckwirth
Robert Dietterick, a senior political science major, credits a faculty mentor and his life-long love of education for his success at DePaul. As he rounds out his time as an undergraduate, Dietterick is making plans to pass his perseverance and political knowledge on to the next generation.
Accolades
Alumna Gillian Anderson wins at 2021 Golden Globes
Alumni Relations
On Feb. 28, Gillian Anderson, a 1990 alumna of The Theatre School at DePaul, took home the 2021 Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress. She earned the award for her portrayal of as Margaret Thatcher in Netflix's "The Crown."
Take Note
Faculty, staff and students
Fundraiser with Corner Bakery: In need of a restaurant recommendation today, March 5? Choose Corner Bakery to partner with the School of Music’s collegiate chapter of the National Association for Music Education for a meal with a purpose. All proceeds from orders at the 676 N. St. Clair location will go towards repairing instruments received at an upcoming used instrument drive benefitting various Chicagoland student music programs. To qualify for this fundraiser, you must mention “DePaul NAfME” in store, or use promo code “659” for online pick up or delivery orders.
Students
Meister Endowed Scholarship for Community-based Service Learning: The Richard J. & Joan M. Meister Scholarship lies in the tradition of scholars who reflect on societal issues and problem solving methods to achieve societal goals and engage in service within the local and/or global community. Current DePaul students are welcome to apply for the award by March 10.
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Wednesday, March 10
CSH 10th Anniversary Celebration Symposium - “What Must be Done? Learning from the COVID-19 Pandemic to Strengthen our Future” DePaul in the News
Immigration: What We've Done, What We Must Do
Allison Brownell Tirres • Public Books Countering the Stress and Loneliness of Covid-19
Kristen Neisler • Chicago Health Report: Nobody talks about ‘global warming’ anymore
Jill Hopke • Grist MORE DEPAUL IN THE NEWS Scene at DePaul
ICYMI: Lurie Children's Hospital honors DemonTHON for passing the $1 million fundraising milestone
Last month, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago honored DemonTHON with a room dedication for raising over $1 million dollars over the program’s history.
Read more. (DePaul University/Katie Donovan)