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The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

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Scholz cheers on her teammates during DePaul's September 23 match against Big East opponent Villanova.

2x Big East Freshman of the Week Meghan Scholz continues to ‘shut everything down’

Steven Francis, Contributing Writer October 1, 2023

DePaul volleyball’s freshman middle blocker Meghan Scholz made her presence known in the Big East Conference with an emphatic start to the season. Despite only joining the team in August, Scholz has...

Freshman forward Liam Mullins (center) battles with junior forward John Gates (right) in DePaul's match against Loyola September 19

DePaul and Loyola Chicago rivalry stands strong during fall season

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor October 1, 2023

Three DePaul sports teams faced tough competition against Loyola University Chicago this month. DePaul women’s soccer lost a close 0-1 match to Loyola at Wish Field on Sept. 10 off of an 85th-minute...

DePaul Vice President and Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy welcomes basketball season ticket holders at DePaul Athletics’ annual summer reception.

Beyond the game: DeWayne Peevy’s impact on the DePaul community

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor September 24, 2023

Running through his array of plans and initiatives to elevate the athletics program at DePaul, an idea pops into DeWayne Peevy’s head. “Have you seen the building?” he asks. It could be an...

Men’s soccer assistant coach Martin Alba (center) acknowledges a strong first half in DePaul’s matchup against Loyola Chicago on Sept. 19

Meet DePaul’s newest fall sports assistant coaches

Eli Smith, Contributing Writer September 24, 2023

Three DePaul teams have new assistant coaches tasked with maintaining team culture and proper development for their athletes.  Peter McKeown, assistant coach for women’s soccer, came to DePaul this...

Sox fans walk from the red line stop to the stadium on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Chicago.

White Sox overhaul front office in response to disastrous 2023 season

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter September 17, 2023

White Sox fans are eager to leave behind a detrimental year as the baseball season comes to an end. With a second consecutive playoff miss looming, what was once a hopeful season is now one they would...

Olivia Borowiak racing in the Big East Cross Country Championship on Oct. 29, 2022.

DePaul Cross-Country kicks off season strong with double second-place finish

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor September 17, 2023

DePaul men’s and women’s cross-country opened their season at the Bradley Invitational in Peoria, Illinois on Friday. The teams finished second overall on both sides. “Overall, I was pretty pleased,”...

Freshman four-star recruit Zion Cruz plays defense against a Marian guard in Wintrust Arena on Nov. 1.

BREAKING: DePaul guard Zion Cruz enters transfer portal

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter September 13, 2023

Four-star recruit and sophomore guard Zion Cruz is reportedly leaving DePaul and entering the transfer portal, the university confirmed Wednesday afternoon. “We can confirm that Zion Cruz is not enrolled...

DeWayne Peevy speaks to The DePaulia during an interview in May 2022 regarding his two-year anniversary as the university's Athletic Director.

DePaul extends Vice President and Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy’s contract through 2027

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter September 13, 2023

DePaul’s Board of Trustees has approved and agreed to terms with Vice President and Director of Athletics, DeWayne Peevy on a multi-year contract extension that will keep him around until at least June...

A mockup of the proposed basketball practice facility to be housed on the Lincoln Park Campus, projected to begin construction in summer 2025 and be completed by fall 2026. Provided by DePaul University.

Athletics calls for $60 million philanthropic investment

Rose O'Keeffe, Asst. News Editor September 10, 2023

Students expressed excitement, frustration and anger with the prospect of raising $60 million for a new basketball practice facility in DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus.   “We're a Big East Conference...

Senior Da'Sean Nelson protects the ball from Xavier's Jack Nunge at Wintrust Arena on Jan. 18, 2023. The game went through nine lead changes in DePaul's 73-72 win.

DePaul’s nonconference schedule: Inaugural showdowns and historic reunions

Tom Gorski, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter September 10, 2023

DePaul men's basketball released its nonconference schedule for the upcoming season.  Basketball is still a couple of months away as Tony Stubblefield’s team looks to bounce back from a disappointing...

Jill Pressly, outside hitter for the DePaul women's volleyball team and senior, passes a ball during the Sept. 8 game against St. Thomas.

“Wash, Rinse, Repeat:” DePaul volleyball goes undefeated at DePaul Invitational

Steven Francis, Contributing Writer September 10, 2023

DePaul women’s volleyball emerged victorious in the DePaul Invitational Tournament, winning all three matches without dropping a single set. DePaul hosted the University of Northern Illinois, St. Thomas...

Rachel Krasowski, DePaul women’s volleyball libero and senior, holds two mini volleyballs to her eyes at the Sept. 7 game against Northern Illinois University. Before playing, the volleyball team threw mini volleyballs into the crowd.

2023 fall sports preview: What to look for, what to expect

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor September 10, 2023

DePaul’s fall sports had one of their most impressive recruiting summers on paper. As students return to campus, they are realizing the potential for a historic fall season. DePaul volleyball finished...

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