Students return to campus for fall 2021

Oct. 8, 2021

From classrooms to community events, DePaul welcomed students back to campus in style this fall quarter. New and returning Blue Demons filled campus on the first day of classes, discovered extracurriculars at the Involvement Fair and celebrated St. Vincent at Vinny Fest.

Students Return to Campus for Fall Quarter 2021

The Loop and Lincoln Park Campuses sprung to life with the start of the fall quarter. (DePaul University/Jeff Carrion)

On a busy first day of classes, students take time to study during passing periods in the DePaul Center. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

Criminology students attend "Introduction to Criminal and Legal Systems," taught by Rhonda DeLong. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

Students and staff fill the halls of the Loop Campus DePaul Center during the first day of classes. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

Nick Sandys, an adjunct faculty member in The Theatre School, teaches students the art of stage combat. (DePaul University/Jeff Carrion)

Julie Ferguson, an adjunct faculty member in the College of College of Communication, goes over the syllabus during her public relations and advertising course. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

Students take a break from course work to enjoy fun in the sun at the Blue Demon Welcome carnival on the Lincoln Park Campus. (DePaul University/Jeff Carrion)

Class of 2025 students marked the first day of their collegiate career by signing a 2025 banner during the Blue Demon Welcome in the Loop. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

During this year's extended Welcome Week, students attended the annual Involvement Fair to explore all the various clubs and organizations DePaul has to offer. (DePaul University/Jeff Carrion)

Together with DIBS and students dressed as St. Louise de Marillac and St. Vincent de Paul, Gene Zdziarski, vice president for Student Affairs; and Fr. Memo Campuzano, C.M., vice president for Mission and Ministry; pause for a photo during Vinny Fest. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

Steve Stoute, vice president of strategic initiatives and chief of staff, learns about the history of the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul during Vinny Fest 2021. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

Min. Jené Ashley Colvin, a ministry coordinator for Christian and Interfaith Engagement, along with students from the Sankofa Black Student Formation Program, pass out tea and honey during Vinny Fest. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)

DIBS and Fr. Memo celebrate another successful Vinny Fest on the Quad. (DePaul University/Randall Spriggs)