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$1 million gift spotlights lighting design students at The Theatre School

$1 million gift spotlights lighting design students at The Theatre School

​​​​Kristen E. Hansen, who served DePaul for more than 28 years in several staff positions before retiring in 2022, is giving back to the university by establishing the Christine A. Binder Endowed Scholarship in Lighting Design. ​

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents 2024-2025 season

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents 2024-2025 season

​ CHICAGO — The Theatre School at DePaul University, Chicago’s legendary theatre training ground, is pleased to present its 2024-2025... read more

DePaul University faculty experts available to discuss back-to-school topics

DePaul University faculty experts available to discuss back-to-school topics

​CHICAGO — National education discussions from teacher shortages to curriculum requirements and school safety have been front and center throughout... read more

DePaul University names Martine Kei Green-Rogers dean for The Theatre School

DePaul University names Martine Kei Green-Rogers dean for The Theatre School

CHICAGO — An esteemed dramaturg and higher education leader who is passionate about teaching will serve as the next dean for The Theatre School at... read more

 Comedy, health care, theatre and law: Meet DePaul University’s Class of 2020

Comedy, health care, theatre and law: Meet DePaul University’s Class of 2020

CHICAGO — This June, DePaul University will celebrate the Class of 2020 in an unprecedented way: Online ceremonies that will provide graduates,... read more

Theatre grad aims high with solo show: ‘A Diva’s Bedroom’

Theatre grad aims high with solo show: ‘A Diva’s Bedroom’

​​CHICAGO — Since childhood, Sydney Michelle Nelson found solace in heading to her bedroom, closing the door and turning on music. She would transport... read more

 DePaul University nurses donate personal protection equipment to local hospitals

DePaul University nurses donate personal protection equipment to local hospitals

​​​CHICAGO — As health care providers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic face a national shortage of medical supplies, DePaul University’s... read more

DePaul University announces 2019 commencement speakers

DePaul University announces 2019 commencement speakers

CHICAGO — DePaul University’s 120th commencement will celebrate an estimated 6,600 graduates during seven separate ceremonies May 18 and June... read more

Controversial bathroom law spawns play on gender identity

Controversial bathroom law spawns play on gender identity

​CHICAGO — When North Carolina defined gender access to public bathrooms in 2016, people protested, corporations yanked expansion plans in the state,... read more

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents Dr. Seuss' ‘The Cat in the Hat’

Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences presents Dr. Seuss' ‘The Cat in the Hat’

CHICAGO — Bright lights, loud noises and shushes from the audience can make the theatre an unwelcoming place for children with sensory... read more

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