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DePaul's Student Newspaper — Since 1923

The DePaulia

DePaul's Student Newspaper — Since 1923

The DePaulia

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Annie and Becky Koziel pose for a photo at Annie's first Cubs game on Sept. 28, 2005.

How can you not be romantic about baseball?

Why I’m proud to be graduating in Cubbie blue.
Annie Koziel, Arts & Life Editor / June 1, 2026

I came into this world a Chicago Cubs fan. From my first game at Wrigley as a literal baby to my latest (a walk-off walk, by the way), that team has shaped my days, for better or for worse. It’s been...

DePaul softball pitcher Kelly Greene shares her post-graduate plans at the Sullivan Athletic Center on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Greene will be returning to DePaul to pursue a master's degree.

What graduating athletes plan to do after school

Athletes speak on their futures on and off the field.
Graham Anderson, Contributing Writer / June 1, 2026

With the academic year wrapping up, many athletes are set to graduate. Some plan to continue their athletic pursuits, while others are about to hang up their uniform and go into professional fields. Whatever...

Jill Pizzotti looks onto the DePaul women's basketball team as they play against the UConn Huskies on Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026. DePaul lost 86-40.

DePaul women’s basketball add transfers to 2026-27 roster

The women’s basketball team starts to reshape their roster.
Peyton Hopp, Sports Editor / May 25, 2026

Louis Volker (George Mason) Louis Volker is a 6-foot-1 rising senior forward transfer from George Mason University. She helped lead them to an Atlantic 10 Championship in 2025 and an NCAA tournament appearance....

Peter’s Power Hour: Editors’ hot take grab bag

Peter’s Power Hour: Editors’ hot take grab bag

Agreeing or disagreeing with The DePaulia non-sports staff’s hottest takes.
Peter Jurich, Asst. Sports Editor / May 25, 2026

The 2025-26 DePaulia season is nearing a close, and although the paper will be back next year, a new incoming roster means that this collection of student journalists will never be the same. To commemorate...

The emotional cost of loving losing teams

The emotional cost of loving losing teams

Loyalty, frustration and the pain of rooting for bad teams.
Michael Lyons, Contributing Writer / May 25, 2026

Watching sports as a fan of a bad franchise might be one of the worst feelings in the entire world. “When they win, I feel complete, but when they lose, I just want to die,” freshman Kevin Bland...

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden goes to the basket against the Detroit Pistons during the second half in Game 5 of a second-round NBA playoffs basketball series, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in Detroit.

COLUMN: I’m afraid of James Harden

Please let me off James Harden’s wild ride.
Jeremy Battle, Director of Photography & Multimedia / May 18, 2026
I’ve never cared for James Harden. I’ve never cared for his style of aggressive, highlight reel basketball.
Navy sailors stand and watch the National Anthem before the Chicago White Sox vs. Kansas City Royals at Rate Field on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The White Sox won 6-5.

In Chicago, which stadium or ballpark rises above the rest?

Chicago students discuss the city’s most iconic stadiums.
Lalo Miali, Contributing Writer / May 18, 2026

A few train stops from DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus, fans stream out of the green metal gates of Wrigley Field, the second-oldest baseball stadium in America. They share a laugh and a cheer as they head...

Chicago Bulls' Collin Sexton talks with Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan during a time out in an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Dallas.

When does rebuilding a team stop being an excuse?

A lot of Chicago teams bring in new players and coaches to start again. But for some, nothing ever seems to change.
Tighe Donovan, Contributing Writer / May 11, 2026

Chicago sports teams have long expected their fans to stay patient during rebuilds. But over time, this patience wears thin. When does “rebuilding” stop being an excuse for bad performance?  For...

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