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DePaul University rejoices in election of Pope Leo XIV

DePaul University rejoices in election of Pope Leo XIV

​DePaul University joins the world in rejoicing in the election of Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, as the 267th Bishop of Rome. The new pope is a Chicago native and the first American pope in the Catholic Church’s history.​

DePaul University faculty discuss papal conclave

DePaul University faculty discuss papal conclave

​Faculty from DePaul University, one of the largest Catholic universities in the country, are available to discuss the upcoming papal conclave. Experts can also comment on the legacy of Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88.​

DePaul University named an ‘Opportunity College and University’ by the Carnegie Classifications

DePaul University named an ‘Opportunity College and University’ by the Carnegie Classifications

​CHICAGO — DePaul University has been designated an “Opportunity College and University” by the Carnegie Classifications, recognizing the university... read more

DePaul University mourns the death of Pope Francis

DePaul University mourns the death of Pope Francis

​Robert L. Manuel, president of DePaul University, expressed his sorrow following the passing of Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88.​

New direct admission program creates fast-track to medical careers in Chicago

New direct admission program creates fast-track to medical careers in Chicago

​​​Through a new direct admissions program, incoming undergraduate students can apply to DePaul and Rosalind Franklin simultaneously and earn direct admission to RFU when meeting academic requirements.​

Megalodon’s body size and form uncover why certain aquatic vertebrates can achieve gigantism

Megalodon’s body size and form uncover why certain aquatic vertebrates can achieve gigantism

​A new scientific study provides many new insights into the biology of the prehistoric gigantic shark, Megalodon or megatooth shark, which lived nearly worldwide 15-3.6 million years ago.​

Statement  from DePaul University on ADL Antisemitism Report Card

Statement from DePaul University on ADL Antisemitism Report Card

We are disappointed by the ADL’s assessment. At DePaul University, we condemn antisemitism in all its forms and will continue to stand firm in doing... read more

DePaul Art Museum to host exhibition of LA-based photographer Christina Fernandez

DePaul Art Museum to host exhibition of LA-based photographer Christina Fernandez

“Christina Fernandez: Multiple Exposures” will open March 20 and run until Aug. 3 at DePaul Art Museum.​

$2.5 million gift to DePaul College of Law establishes endowed faculty chair

$2.5 million gift to DePaul College of Law establishes endowed faculty chair

​DePaul University’s College of Law is advancing its academic excellence with generous support from DePaul alumnus Jack Martin (LAS ’58, JD ’61, DHL ’13), who has long given back to the university philanthropically and through servant leadership.​

Immigration during the Trump administration: Experts discuss what’s next

Immigration during the Trump administration: Experts discuss what’s next

​​CHICAGO — Three weeks into his second term in office, President Donald Trump and his administration have moved quickly on immigration policies... read more

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