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Flo Milli tops the bill for this year's FEST celebration

Flo Milli tops the bill for this year's FEST celebration

FEST will feature a day full of music and plenty of fun activities for students to enjoy on Friday, May 26, at the Lincoln Park Quad.​​

Writing submissions accepted for First-Year Program competition

Writing submissions accepted for First-Year Program competition

DePaul stude​​nts who are or recently enrolled in the First-Year Program are invited to submit their best work for this spring's First-Year Program Writing Showcase.

Students: Show us your Inauguration week spirit

Students: Show us your Inauguration week spirit

​​ As the DePaul community comes together during Inauguration week, enter our selfie contest to show us how you are... read more

Get ready for finals with Brain Fuel Week

Get ready for finals with Brain Fuel Week

​​​ This article was updated on Nov. 7 to reflected canceled events on Nov. 7 and 8.As fall quarter finals approach, Brain... read more

DePaul announces BlueKey multi-factor authentication expansion for students

DePaul announces BlueKey multi-factor authentication expansion for students

​BlueKey MFA is expanding to other DePaul applications for students. When accessing Microsoft 365 apps, DePaul students will be asked to authenticate their identity through BlueKey MFA. These changes will take effect on the morning of Thursday, Oct. 27.​

DePaul offers students free, on-campus COVID and flu vaccine clinics

DePaul offers students free, on-campus COVID and flu vaccine clinics

As the weather turns colder and flu season ramps up, it’s important to protect yourself and others from both the flu and COVID by getting vaccinated. To make this a little easier, DePaul has partnered with Sage Medical Group to offer students two COVID booster clinics and two flu shot clinics​ this fall.

Apply for the 2023 Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar

Apply for the 2023 Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar

Are you interested in how texts and images have shaped the idea of Mexico, from the period of European invasion to the nation's early-20th-century revolution? Apply for the 2023 Newberry Library Undergraduate Seminar. Interested undergraduates must apply by Oct. 6.​​

Students invited to attend vision session

Students invited to attend vision session

​ Sept. 29 update: This event will now take place ​in conjunction with the Oct. 12 ice cream social. RSVP for the Oct. 12 event... read more

Students: Grab an ice cream sundae with President Rob Manuel

Students: Grab an ice cream sundae with President Rob Manuel

​What’s your favorite ice cream topping? DePaul President Rob Manuel wants to know the answer to this question and more at an ice cream social for students on Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. on the Lincoln Park Campus. Register today to build your own sundae with Rob.​

DePaul launches 'The Basic Needs Hub'

DePaul launches 'The Basic Needs Hub'

​​​This fall, the Department of Housing, Dining and Student Centers has launched The Basic Needs Hub at DePaul University, a... read more

Register for tutoring, mentoring opportunities this fall

Register for tutoring, mentoring opportunities this fall

​Thanks to DePaul's Education and Counseling Center​, housed in the College of Education, Blue Demons have an opportunity to participate in tutoring and mentoring programs this academic year. All students are welcome to apply, regardless of college or major. ​

University updates inter-campus shuttle, Vinnie Van for 2022-23

University updates inter-campus shuttle, Vinnie Van for 2022-23

The inter-campus shuttle between the Loop and Lincoln Park Campuses will be offered throughout the 2022-23 academic year. The Vinnie Van service from the Lincoln Park Campus to residential addresses will be offered each quarter throughout the academic year and with expanded hours during finals week.​

Apply for Sounds of Sheffield

Apply for Sounds of Sheffield

​The DePaul Activities Board, known as DAB, is looking for student artist to perform at our very own Sounds of Sheffield​ this fall quarter.​

Deadline for Doorstep Demons Move-In Crew is Aug. 21

Deadline for Doorstep Demons Move-In Crew is Aug. 21

​Interested in helping your fellow Blue Demons move in to the residence halls this fall? Sign up as a volunteer with the Doorstep Demons Move-In Crew. Registration closes Aug. 5.​

Students: Apply to be a HEAT Peer Health Educator

Students: Apply to be a HEAT Peer Health Educator

​Passionate about providing peer-to-peer health and wellness education? Consider becoming a HEAT Peer Health Educator.

Students: On-campus parking permits for 2022-23

Students: On-campus parking permits for 2022-23

​The university continues to subsidize parking and make it available to the campus community at a discounted rate for the 2022-2023 academic year. However, due to rising operational costs and city tax expenses, it is necessary that the pricing of all permits will be increasing effective July 1, 2022. The university continues to work at keeping permits affordable while maintaining a viable parking operation.

Apply for winter break 2022 service immersions

Apply for winter break 2022 service immersions

​Want to make connections with other DePaul students? Love community service? Excited to travel? Passionate about social justice? Apply for a winter break 2022 service immersion.​

DePaul Central moves to new Loop Campus location

DePaul Central moves to new Loop Campus location

​DePaul Central's Loop Campus office has moved from the 9th floor of the DePaul Center to a more visible location on the main level near the State Street entrance.

Brain Fuel Week is here

Brain Fuel Week is here

As  winter quarter finals approach, Brain Fuel Week returns to help students combat stress. From March 7-11, DePaul will host a number of events to help students de-stress, focus and stay fueled.

Get ready for the virtual Winter Career Fair

Get ready for the virtual Winter Career Fair

DePaul's virtual Winter Career Fair is set for Wednesday, Feb. 23, and will feature nearly 100 employers from various industries recruiting for jobs and internships. To prepare for the day's event and help students stand out to employers, the Career Center has outlined some top tips on how to prepar​e for a virtual career or networking event.​

Apply for Mission and Ministry's one-day service immersions

Apply for Mission and Ministry's one-day service immersions

​Do you love community service? Want to learn about social justice issues? The Division of Mission and Ministry’s Vincentians in Action are offering two different 1-Day service immersion experiences this spring break. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20.

Get ready for Blue Demon Week 2022

Get ready for Blue Demon Week 2022

The annual B​lue Demon Week, running Jan. 24 through 29, brings together students, faculty, staff and alumni to celebrate what it means to be a DePaul Blue Demon.

Don't miss signature Welcome Week events

Don't miss signature Welcome Week events

​The Office of Student Involvement has a number of fun events planned, including the return of the Blue Demon Welcome and First Friday Fun, for students as they make their way back to classes this fall.

Vaccine Update and Reminders

Vaccine Update and Reminders

​In preparation for the return to campus this fall and in the spirit of Take Care, DePaul, the university will require all employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19. ​

My Student Support Program now available to students for mental health support

My Student Support Program now available to students for mental health support

DePaul has expanded its health and wellness offerings with the My Student Support Program, which provides enrolled undergraduate and graduate students with acces​​s to individual, brief counseling support with a mental health clinician, as well as self-directed digital content.

Win prizes by submitting your COVID-19 vaccine records to DePaul

Win prizes by submitting your COVID-19 vaccine records to DePaul

DePaul is launching the first-ever Blue Demon Vaccine Contest for students who submit their completed COVID-19 vaccine records or proper documentation for an exemption by Thursday, Aug. 19.​

No more hang tags: New student parking permit system for 2021/2022

No more hang tags: New student parking permit system for 2021/2022

The sale of all parking permits for the coming academic year begins Thursday, July 1. One notable change: DePaul will no longer issue physical parking "hang tags" for students. Instead, your license plate will serve as your campus-parking permit.

New FCC benefit can assist students with getting online

New FCC benefit can assist students with getting online

The Federal ​Communications Commission has created an Emergency Broadband Benefit program that provides eligible households discounts of up to $50 a month on home internet service, as well as offering a $100 discount toward the purchase of a laptop, computer or tablet from a participating provider.

Library services expand for summer

Library services expand for summer

Effective Ju​​ne 14, all floors of the John T. Richardson (JTR) Library will be open to current students, faculty and staff for individual study and computer use. Reservations will no longer be required, and overall capacity will increase.

Library Access and Hours Expand for Finals

Library Access and Hours Expand for Finals

Need a place to study? The John T. Richardson Library is extending hours from June 6 to June 11, a​s well as opening access to the first and second floors for students, faculty and staff.

Opt-in summer U-Pass program available for students

Opt-in summer U-Pass program available for students

​For the first time, students will be able to opt into the U-Pass program this summer. Students must be enrolled in at least one course and complete the opt-in form no later than July 20.​

Graduating students: Share your thank yous with faculty, staff and students

Graduating students: Share your thank yous with faculty, staff and students

Class of 2021: Send a thank you to a member of the DePaul community that has made an impact on your DePaul experience before you graduate in June. 

COVID-19 vaccine will be required for students in fall 2021

COVID-19 vaccine will be required for students in fall 2021

​In the spirit of caring for each other and for our surrounding community, DePaul has decided to require students to be vaccinated for COVID-19 when the 2021-22 academic year begins. This requirement covers all undergraduate, graduate and professional students in all degree programs who intend to be on campus for any period of time starting in the fall 2021 term.​

Students: Complete the COVID-19 Vaccination Survey

Students: Complete the COVID-19 Vaccination Survey

​The Chicago Department of Public Health asked DePaul’s COVID-19 Response Task Force to survey the DePaul community to help inform vaccine distribution efforts. To help understand students' plans and what resources they may need, students should complete the quick COVID-19 Vaccination Survey by Sunday, April 18.

Class of 2021: Personalize Your Commencement Slides

Class of 2021: Personalize Your Commencement Slides

​Ahead of the upcoming online commencement ceremonies, the Class of 2021 can personalize their slides by submitting a recording of their name's pronunciation by April 19 and uploading a photo and quote by April 27. ​

Return to campus: Students and parents invited to town hall

Return to campus: Students and parents invited to town hall

​DePaul President A. Gabriel Esteban invites parents and students to attend a town hall on Thursday, April 8 at 5 p.m. to hear more about plans for the return to campus this fall. Registration is required.​

Winter 2021 Brain Fuel Week is here

Winter 2021 Brain Fuel Week is here

​As  winter quarter finals approach, Brain Fuel Week returns to help students combat stress. From March 8 – 12, DePaul will... read more

Submission window open for Excellence in First-Year Writing Teaching Award

Submission window open for Excellence in First-Year Writing Teaching Award

​Does your instructor help you reflect on and develop your writing process? Has your instructor helped you to become a more effective writer? Nominate your favorite First-Year Writing Teacher for the Excellence in First-Year Writing Teaching Award. Submissions will be accepted until April 9.​

Show us how you do On Thursdays We Wear Blue

Show us how you do On Thursdays We Wear Blue

​We want to see how our Blue Demon family is repping DePaul wherever they are as part of the new On Thursdays We Wear Blue contest.

Referrals being accepted for new Rising High Fund

Referrals being accepted for new Rising High Fund

​The Office of Multicultural Student Success is now accepting referrals for the Rising High Fund. Made possible by a recent gift of $150,000 from a generous donor, this fund provides financial assistance to undergraduate undocumented and DACAmented students at DePaul.

Food Pantry partners with Career Center to offer professional attire to students

Food Pantry partners with Career Center to offer professional attire to students

​The DePaul Student Food Pantry has partnered with the Career Center to offer students a selection of professional attire clothing for students in need.​

Spring quarter registration now open

Spring quarter registration now open

​​​Spring quarter registration begins Thursday, Feb. 4, and course carts in Campus Connect are now open. ​

First-Year Students: Apply now for the Vincentian Service Scholarship

First-Year Students: Apply now for the Vincentian Service Scholarship

​​Sponsored by the Division of Mission and Ministry, the Vincentian Service Scholarship will be awarded to students who will be sophomores during the 2021-2022 school year.​

Blue Demon Week kicks off Feb. 8

Blue Demon Week kicks off Feb. 8

​Set for Feb. 8 – 13, the annual Blue Demon Week brings together students, faculty, staff, and alumni to celebrate what it means to be a DePaul Blue Demon.​

Take Care DePaul: Resources for students diagnosed or exposed to COVID-19

Take Care DePaul: Resources for students diagnosed or exposed to COVID-19

​Resources are available to support students who have received a positive COVID-19 diagnosis or have been exposed to the virus.

Student Food Pantry open this fall, December intercession

Student Food Pantry open this fall, December intercession

​The Student Food Pantry, located on the third floor of the Lincoln Park Student Center, is open to all students this fall quarter. The pantry will be available to all students during the December intercession with modified hours.

From the President: Healing our social fabric with mutual care

From the President: Healing our social fabric with mutual care

​As we celebrate St. Vincent's life and legacy this Feast Day, Sept. 27, I ask the DePaul community to reflect on how we can listen to and care for each other. ​

Global Engagement to host study abroad sessions

Global Engagement to host study abroad sessions

​Today, Sept. 23, Global Engagement will host study abroad sessions for various colleges and programs. As part of Global Fall @ DePaul, the events will help students learn how they can study abroad during their time at DePaul and what programs are available for their particular college.​​​​

OSI hosts streaming series for Welcome Week

OSI hosts streaming series for Welcome Week

​As part of virtual Welcome Week, the Office of Student Involvement created several streaming series for students.

Check out DePaul's signature Welcome Week events

Check out DePaul's signature Welcome Week events

​The Office of Student Involvement has a number of fun, virtual events planned to welcome students back to classes this fall, and provide a way for students to connect to one another.​

BlueM@il Student email and messages from DePaul and D2L

BlueM@il Student email and messages from DePaul and D2L

​Starting at the beginning of the fall term, all class and university communications will be sent to students' BlueM@il email address (username@depaul.edu).

A guide to students starting online classes

A guide to students starting online classes

​A new academic year is approaching. Soon you will be starting fall classes, and, with only a few exceptions, those classes will take place online. Some of you, especially if you are new to DePaul, may be wondering how you will access your classes. Here's how​.

Information Services introduces BlueM@il

Information Services introduces BlueM@il

​Say hello to BlueM@ail, the university's new student email and communications platform. Starting this fall quarter, all university communications will be sent to the BlueM@il address​.

 Students and parents: RSVP for 'Virtual Town Hall: The Plan for Fall'

Students and parents: RSVP for 'Virtual Town Hall: The Plan for Fall'

​DePaul President A. Gabriel Esteban invites parents and students to attend a Virtual Town Hall to hear more about fall plans. Registration is required​. ​

Students: Parking permits for 2020-21 available next week

Students: Parking permits for 2020-21 available next week

​Parking permits for the Lincoln Park Campus for 2020-21 will be available beginning Monday, Aug. 3. ​

Fall quarter student residents: Prepare to return to campus

Fall quarter student residents: Prepare to return to campus

​To help students successfully and safely prepare for their return to campus this fall, DePaul'​s Department of Housing created a series of helpful resources and FAQs.​

Say hello to the new iDePaul app

Say hello to the new iDePaul app

​The iDePaul mobile app has a new look. Relaunched on a new platform, the mobile app promises to deliver up-to-date, important and engaging information to DePaul students.

Student Food Pantry summer hours

Student Food Pantry summer hours

​The Student Food Pantry, located on the first floor of the Lincoln Park Student Center, will remain open throughout the summer. It will continue to be available to all students, though hours will be limited.​

Graduating students: Share your thank yous with DePaul faculty, staff and students

Graduating students: Share your thank yous with DePaul faculty, staff and students

​Graduating students are invited to share a short note or a selfie with a thank you sign with the faculty, staff or peers who had an impact on your time on campus.​​

Celebrate the class of 2020 with some curb appeal

Celebrate the class of 2020 with some curb appeal

​​DePaul University is offering parents, families and friends the chance to celebrate their DePaul graduate with the sale of yard and window signs.​

Grads: Submit information for your commencement digital slide

Grads: Submit information for your commencement digital slide

Make sure your name is read aloud correctly during DePaul's upcoming online commencement ceremonies. Submit your digital slide information by tomorrow, Saturday, May 9, at 9 a.m.

Student Food Pantry available this spring

Student Food Pantry available this spring

​The Student Food Pantry, located in the Lincoln Park Student Center, will remain open for student use for the entire spring quarter. Though the original home of the pantry is on the third floor, this spring it will be housed on the first floor and is open​ daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.​​

The student perspective: Coping with COVID-19

The student perspective: Coping with COVID-19

​Peer health educators from DePaul's Health Education Action Team provide advice on maintaining peace of mind amid COVID-19.

Participate in Ozanam Café

Participate in Ozanam Café

​Looking for a way to connect to DePaul's Vincentian legacy this spring? Join Meet Me at the Mission and Vincentians in Action at the Ozanam Café - a space for community, reflection and Vincentian connection with fellow students. The next session​ is set for Thursday, April 9 at 4 p.m.​

Student Involvement creates Digital Engagement Network

Student Involvement creates Digital Engagement Network

​Student Invo​lvement has created a new online resource that will assist DePaul during this transition to virtual learning and engagement known as the Digital Engagement Network, known as DEN. The DEN will serve as a one-stop shop for students and staff to learn and share information regarding virtual opportunities.​

Egan Office accepting student leader applications

Egan Office accepting student leader applications

The Egan Office of Urban Education and Community Partnerships is now accepting applications for their student leadership positions for the 2020-21 academic year.

Graduating students: It's time to make plans for commencement

Graduating students: It's time to make plans for commencement

​Graduates attending one of the June ceremonies at Wintrust Arena have until April 9 to RSVP and order regalia. College of Law graduates have until March 20 for the May ceremony.

Call for student entertainers for 2020 TEDxDPU

Call for student entertainers for 2020 TEDxDPU

​TEDxDePaulUniversity is seeking student performers and groups to perform between several of the talks at the April 24 event.

Rental mailboxes available for commuter students

Rental mailboxes available for commuter students

Offered by DePaul's Lincoln Park Mailing Services, commuter mailbox rentals allows students who commute and live off campus a safe and easy way to have their mail delivered.

DePaul launches student food pantry

DePaul launches student food pantry

On Tuesda​y, Feb. 4, DePaul will open a new DePaul Student Food Pantry to aid the university's food insecure students. Located in room 326 of the Lincoln Park Student Center, the pantry will feature non-perishable food items, as well as easy-to-warm frozen meals.

Students: Apply to become a speaker at commencement

Students: Apply to become a speaker at commencement

​Class of 2020 graduating students with an inspiring message to share are encouraged to apply to become a student speaker at their commencement ceremony. Appli​cations are open until midnight on Friday, March 6.

Brain Fuel Week is here to help students with final stress relief

Brain Fuel Week is here to help students with final stress relief

​As ​fall quarter finals approach, Brain Fuel Week returns to help students combat stress. From Nov. 11 - 20, DePaul will host a number of events to help students de-stress, focus and stay fueled with free snacks. 

Let's Talk: A mental health consultation service

Let's Talk: A mental health consultation service

In an effort to help students find resources for dealing with stress, adjustment to college or social issues, Bill Johnson, a staff psychologist in DePaul's University Counseling Services, established “Let’s Talk.” Students can drop-in on Wednesdays from 3-5 p.m. in room 356 of O’Connell Hall throughout the academic year. ​

Celebrate National Transfer Student Week

Celebrate National Transfer Student Week

​National Transfer Student Week 2019 is Oct. 21 – 25 and DePaul is celebrating. Throughout the week, the Office of Undergraduate Transfer Admission will host a number of events. From mix and mingles to cookie decorating, all transfer students are invited to participate in the week honoring them and their fellow transfer peers.​

Students: Free pre-law prep program

Students: Free pre-law prep program

​​On Saturday, Oct. 19, DePaul will offer a pre-law preparation program, the CLEO: College Scholars Program, on the Loop Campus. The program is free and all DePaul students are welcome to register.

Become a peer mentor to DePaul's international student body

Become a peer mentor to DePaul's international student body

​Are you a DePaul student interested in helping others? Looking to share time and energy helping your peers succeed on campus? Consider becoming a mentor with the ​International Student Experience Exchange Peer Mentor Program for the fall 2019 term.​

FEST is this Friday

FEST is this Friday

​This Friday, May 24, from 4 to 9:30 p.m., DePaul will host FEST 2019. Immediately following this year's performance is the After Hours program from 9:30 p.m. to midnight. All students are welcome to attend.

Monarch Butterfly Scholarship applications due May 17

Monarch Butterfly Scholarship applications due May 17

​The Office of Multicultural Student Success is accepting applications for the 2019-20 Monarch Butterfly Scholarship. This scholarship is an opportunity for returning immigrant undergraduate students who do not qualify for FAFSA. Applications for the 2019-20 Monarch Butterfly Scholarship are due to the Office of Multicultural Student Success by this Friday, May 17, at 4 p.m.​

Students: Fund your summer internship with the Internship Plu$ Program scholarship

Students: Fund your summer internship with the Internship Plu$ Program scholarship

​Do you have an unpaid summer internship and need some financial assistance? Apply for the Internship Plu$ Program scholarship and receive up to $2,500. Applications are due by Friday, May 31.​

Students: Education and Counseling Center in search of summer volunteers

Students: Education and Counseling Center in search of summer volunteers

​The Education and Counseling Center in DePaul’s College of Education is in search of volunteers for its 2019 summer camps. All students and DePaul graduates are welcome to participate. 

Students can 'Get Unstuck' in spring 2019

Students can 'Get Unstuck' in spring 2019

​The Academic Success Center in the College of Education is back for spring with Get Unstuck. As midterms are upon us and finals not far behind, members of the Academic Success Center wants to remind the campus community that the center offers individual coaching for all DePaul students who fall behind or feeling overwhelmed.​

Students: Free HIV and STD testing

Students: Free HIV and STD testing

​On ​Tuesday, April 30,​ and Wednesday, May 1, DePaul will offer students free HIV and STD testing on campus. Students must pre-register for testing by Monday, April 29.​

Students: Got ideas? SGA wants to hear them

Students: Got ideas? SGA wants to hear them

​This month the Student Government Association is soliciting suggestions from students through the SGA Twitter, Instagram, Facebook sites and other venues, and will submit the best ones to administrators for funding consideration.

Students: Don't miss the spring job and internship fair

Students: Don't miss the spring job and internship fair

​The Career Center invites all DePaul students and alumni to participate in the 2019 Spring Job & Internship Career Fair. On Tuesday, April 16, attendees can interact and network with top employers recruiting for jobs and internships.​

Take part in DePaul's third annual Purpose Pitch competition

Take part in DePaul's third annual Purpose Pitch competition

​Have an idea for a purpose driven startup in Chicago? Submit your application now for the third annual Purpose Pitch Competition. Hosted by DePaul's Coleman Entrepreneurship Center, the competition will take place May 14. ​All DePaul students and alumni are invited to apply by Friday, April 12.

Students: Apply for the Millennium Fellowship

Students: Apply for the Millennium Fellowship

​The United Nations Academic Impact and MCN proudly present the Millennium Fellowship. This program convenes, challenges and celebrates bold student leadership advancing the UN's Sustainable Development Goals on campus and in communities. All undergraduate students are welcome to apply. The admissions process is rolling, with the next application deadline set for March 31.  

Don't miss the 2019 Winter Internship Fair

Don't miss the 2019 Winter Internship Fair

​On Tuesday, Feb. 26 the Career Center will host the 2019 Winter Internship Fair in the Lincoln Park Student Center from 2 - 5 p.m. All DePaul students are welcome to attend. 

Vincentian Service Scholarship applications due Jan. 18

Vincentian Service Scholarship applications due Jan. 18

​Applications for a new scholarship through the Division of Mission and Ministry, the Vincentian Service Scholarship, are due Friday, Jan. 18​.  Applicants must be first-year students who will have sophomore standing in the 2019-2020 academic year, demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 2.7 GPA.​

RSVP to attend the Midnight Breakfast

RSVP to attend the Midnight Breakfast

​On Tuesday, Nov. 13, Student Affairs will host the second annual Midnight Breakfast from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. There will be free food served by faculty, staff and DePaul’s President A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., and his wife, Josephine. ​Students can RSVP to attend the event. Faculty and staff can sign up to volunteer at the midnight meal.

Meal program updates create more options for DePaul diners

Meal program updates create more options for DePaul diners

​This fall, the new academic year brought new food options for DePaul diners. In addition to changes in the meal plan structure, DePaul rolled out expanded food choices at the main Lincoln Park Campus dining hall. ​Read on to learn more about the new updates and inclusions. 

Celebrate National Transfer Student Week

Celebrate National Transfer Student Week

​National Transfer Student Week 2018 is Oct. 15 – 19, and DePaul is celebrating. Throughout the week, the Office of Undergraduate Transfer Admission will host a number of events. ​All transfer students are invited to participate.

Register for a Global Learning Experience at DePaul

Register for a Global Learning Experience at DePaul

​Would you like to collaborate with students overseas on a project or assignment without leaving your DePaul classroom or your home? Are you interested in having meaningful global conversations and transformative intercultural experiences facilitated by your instructor and aided by technology? Consider taking a DePaul course with a GLE component.​

Students: Mark your calendars for Family Weekend 2018

Students: Mark your calendars for Family Weekend 2018

Students, Family Weekend 2018 is just around the corner. From School of Music concerts to open houses with academic programs to free admission at the Art Institute of Chicago, Family Weekend is a university-wide event Oct. 12-14 intended for students and their families to experience campus during the fall quarter. Discounted tickets are available to those who preregister before Friday, Oct. 5. 

University hosts back to school events

University hosts back to school events

​Welcome Week 2018 may be over, but the fun isn’t. Check out some Back to School 2018 events, like an amusement fair and an outdoor screening of "The Avengers," happening across campus and mark your calendar accordingly.​

Understanding FERPA

Understanding FERPA

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, commonly referred to as FERPA, provides students with certain rights regarding educational records. ​Read on for more information about your rights under FERPA.

Tuition insurance available for students

Tuition insurance available for students

​There’s no way of foreseeing medical or personal issues that force students to withdraw from classes. If you don’t have proper coverage you could lose some, or all, of the money you have paid. This year, the GradGuard Protection Plan is available for tuition reimbursement in cases of emergency.​

Students: Get ready for FEST with upcoming events

Students: Get ready for FEST with upcoming events

​FEST, DePaul’s annual spring celebration held on May 25, is almost here. Tickets to see ASAP Ferg and Chicago the BJ Kid are $10. In the week leading up to FEST, the DePaul Activities Board will host a number of related events where the student body can celebrate the end of the academic year.​

A fusion of business and communication: Sports communication degree debuting this fall

A fusion of business and communication: Sports communication degree debuting this fall

​DePaul is one of the pioneers in higher education to offer a sports communication bachelor's degree - a fusion that balances communication and business classes. Classes are slated to begin this fall. Read on to learn more about the new program and the variety of career opportunities the sports industry offers. ​

Want to be a student speaker at commencement? Deadline extended to Sunday

Want to be a student speaker at commencement? Deadline extended to Sunday

​Students graduating in June have until 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, to submit an application to become a speaker at their commencement ceremony.​

Commencement update: Attend early ticket pickup and enter to win an Apple watch

Commencement update: Attend early ticket pickup and enter to win an Apple watch

​Students with commencement ceremonies that require tickets should plan to attend Early Ticket Pickup on Monday and Tuesday.​

Commencement update: Don't miss tomorrow's cap and gown ordering deadline

Commencement update: Don't miss tomorrow's cap and gown ordering deadline

​Tomorrow, April 6, is the deadline for students graduating in June to order a cap and gown for commencement. The ordering deadline for Law was March 12. Continue reading to get the step-by-step instructions. ​

Vincentian Service Day group registration closes Sunday, April 8

Vincentian Service Day group registration closes Sunday, April 8

​Vincentian Service Day 2018 is Saturday, May 12. On that day, more than 1,200 DePaul students, faculty, staff and alumni will participate in a day of service. Registration for group participation in the day's events will close on Sunday, April 8.​

Commencement update: Apply to become a student speaker and more news

Commencement update: Apply to become a student speaker and more news

​Applications are being accepted until midnight on April 20 for students who would like to be considered to present an address at their respective commencement ceremonies in June. Read on to find out how to apply, as well as more details about early ticket pickup. ​

Students: Win $500 in t-shirt design contest

Students: Win $500 in t-shirt design contest

​Students, could you use $500? Do you have a creative flair? If so, flex your creativity, support fair trade fashion and possibly put some cold cash in your pocket by entering a T-shirt design contest.​

Commencement update: Change to the ticketing process and more news

Commencement update: Change to the ticketing process and more news

​In response to concerns from the Student Government Association and other students, DePaul is adjusting the process of distributing commencement tickets to allow graduates an earlier time period in which they can try to secure additional tickets. Read on to get all the details.​

Students: University offers 'Feel Better Fast' workshops

Students: University offers 'Feel Better Fast' workshops

​University Counseling Services now offers "Feel Better Fast," a weekly workshop designed to help students identify changes they may want to make in their personal lives, ways to overcome obstacles and techniques to improve their overall mood. Read on to learn more about upcoming discussion topics and when the group meets.​

Aromatherapy, healthy food and career advice: Finals week is upon us

Aromatherapy, healthy food and career advice: Finals week is upon us

​Stressed about finals? Need career advice? Check out these upcoming events for DePaul students in the beginning of March. (Yes, there will be food.) Read on to learn more about Brain Fuel Week from March 5-9 and a career workshop for students on March 9.  ​

'Black Panther' screening, other events tailored for students this February

'Black Panther' screening, other events tailored for students this February

​Need tickets to see "Black Panther" this weekend? Find out how to score them, plus learn about other student events on campus. ​

Take part in DePaul's winter internship fair

Take part in DePaul's winter internship fair

​Looking for an internship? Join the Career Center for its annual Winter Internship Fair this Friday, Feb. 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 60 different employers are excited to connect with DePaul students for job and internship opportunities.​

Want a chance to win a giftcard? Join DePaul's inaugural gnome hunt

Want a chance to win a giftcard? Join DePaul's inaugural gnome hunt

​DePaul's inaugural Gnome Hunt will take place Feb. 5-9. Find a gnome on the Loop or Lincoln Park Campus and you'll receive two DePaul t-shirts and a Chartwells gift card.​

Students: Apply to be a peer health educator

Students: Apply to be a peer health educator

​Peer health educators, members of the Health Education Action Team, promote health and well-being across campus through workshops and programs around health-related topics. Applications are due Feb. 16. ​

Students: Become a Chicago Quarter Program mentor, orientation leader

Students: Become a Chicago Quarter Program mentor, orientation leader

​New Student and Family Engagement is now accepting applications for Chicago Quarter mentors and orientation leaders. Applications are due Sunday, Jan. 21.​

University news for students

University news for students

​Over the past several months, DePaul students expressed an interest in receiving more news from the university. We heard you and are happy to officially welcome you to DePaul Newsline, the newsletter for the university community. Check out the student news column now.​