Before the Academic Convocation procession to St. Vincent de Paul Church, faculty and staff meet in the Quad to don their regalia and spend time together.
Provost Salma Ghanem welcomed the DePaul community and wished everyone a happy new school year: "Convocation provides a welcome opportunity for us to reflect on the past year and to usher in the new year."
President Manuel and Provost Ghanem recognized faculty and staff for their exceptional efforts in service to the DePaul community.
President Manuel and Associate Provost for Research Daniela Stan Raicu share a moment in the Quad.
Faculty process toward St. Vincent de Paul Church enroute to DePaul's traditional convocation ceremony to mark the start of the new academic year.
A faculty member shows off a smile and thumbs up in excitement for the 2024-25 school year!
Sun, smiles and snacks made for an enjoyable welcome back celebration for faculty and staff.
Arm in arm, Provost Ghanem and colleagues share a smile at the welcome back celebration.
On Aug. 29, faculty and staff gathered on the Lincoln Park Campus for Academic Convocation, the official kickoff of the new academic year. President Robert L. Manuel and Provost Salma Ghanem welcomed everyone back to campus. The exceptional efforts of faculty and staff and their dedication to the university community were recognized through a number of awards. Afterwards, faculty and staff enjoyed a welcome back celebration on the Quad to spend time together before the new school year begins. (Photos by Alex Soares/DePaul University)