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Giacomo Cain

Giacomo Cain, Photo Editor

Giacomo was born in San Francisco, California and is a junior studying journalism. This guy LOVES taking photos, editing photos, uploading photos, downloading photos and looking at photos. If he’s not doing any of those, it means he’s asleep and dreaming about photos.

Contact Giacomo: [email protected]

Myrriah Gómez hands a microphone to Satoshi Tanaka at DePaul’s Student Center on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025. Gómez and Tanaka both presented their stories before fielding questions from the audience.

[Photo] Satoshi Tanaka and Myrriah Gómez speak on nuclear justice

Finn Morse, Theater Beat Writer
November 3, 2025
Students at DePaul’s Theatre School rehearse "The Rocky Horror Show" on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. The show will run on Halloweekend.

[Photo] DePaul’s Musical Theatre Players puts on ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ in The Theatre School

Brielle Kohlbeck, Content Managing Editor
October 27, 2025
Sean Berg speaks to the audience after being crowned tallest gentleman at the Tall Ball On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. Berg stands at 7'0.

[Photo] The tall tale of Tall Tour

Lindsay Freiberger, Asst. Arts & Life
October 20, 2025
Jesse Iñiguez takes an order from a customer at Back of the Yards Coffeehouse on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Iñiguez was born and raised in the Back of the Yards and has made it a mission to give back to the neighborhood.

[Photo] Back of the Yards coffeehouse becomes community stronghold in midst of ICE raids

James Matthews, Contributing Writer
October 6, 2025
Students Riley Moulton and Laine Wyatt listen to Instructor Sean Keenehan at the Good Day DePaul studio on Thursday, Sep. 18, 2025. Keenehan wants to bring a fresh eye to Good Day DePaul while building upon Rick Brown's legacy.

[Photo] Good Day DePaul’s new adviser brings fresh perspective to student media

Sarah Hendry, Current Events Beat Writer
September 29, 2025
Meghan Scholz shares an embrace with Morgan Stewart after DePaul defeated Loyola in The Chicago Cup on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at Joseph J. Gentile Arena. The Blue Demons are 5-5 against The Ramblers in the last 10 matches against them.

[Photo] Victory for DePaul women’s volleyball in five-set thriller fit for red line rivalry

Isabella Siemaszko, La DePaulia News Editor
September 22, 2025
DIBS poses with students at the Blue Demon Welcome at the DePaul Quad on Tuesday, Sep. 9, 2025. The event included food, activities and music.

Photo Gallery: Blue Demon Welcome kicks off academic year

Giacomo Cain, Photo Editor
September 15, 2025
Rob Manuel, presidente de DePaul, sentado durante una entrevista con la prensa estudiantil el viernes, 12 de septiembre de 2025 en el campus de Lincoln Park. Comentó que aunque la matrícula subgraduada y de traslado ha aumentado, ha habido una disminución de la matrícula de estudiantes internacionales y está creando desafíos financieros.

[Photo] DePaul Refuerza su compromiso con la misión Vicentina en medio de la presión política

LiLi Jarvenpa and Sofia Joseph
September 15, 2025
DePaul students dance on stage during Aux Cord Wars' performance during Blue Demon Welcome on the DePaul University Quad on Tuesday, Sep. 9, 2025. Featured students competed in dance-offs to win cash prizes.

[Photo] Aux Cord Wars takes over Blue Demon Welcome

April Klein, Arts & Life Editor
September 15, 2025
DePaul president Rob Manuel sits in Lincoln Park Campus for an interview with student media on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. He noted that while freshman and transfer enrollment has risen, a significant decline in international student enrollment is creating financial challenges.

[Photo] DePaul faces strain from declining enrollment, Manuel warns of spending cuts

October 3, 2025
DePaul President Rob Manuel sits on Lincoln Park Campus for an interview with student media on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. All efforts to support students are to ensure they feel welcome, not to gain federal funding, he said.

[Photo] DePaul doubles down on Vincentian mission amid political pressure

September 15, 2025
Incoming DePaul freshmen cheer for their residence hall during the Blue Demon Welcome at McGrath-Philips Arena on Tuesday, Sep. 9, 2025. Transfer and international students were also in attendance.

[Photo] 12 things to do on campus next week: Volleyball, Loop involvement fair, Doctor Who club and more

April Klein, Arts & Life Editor
September 12, 2025
Sumer Lee dribbles down the court against UConn on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. DePaul women's basketball finished the 2024-25 season with an overall record of 13-19.

[Photo] ESPN and Big East ink new multi-year digital media rights agreement

Peyton Hopp, Sports Editor
July 8, 2025
A line of people receive holy communion at St. Vincent DePaul Church during a memorial mass for Pope Francis Thursday, April 24. Francis' funeral will be held Saturday, April 26 in Rome.

[Photo] Priest, prophet and pontiff: The life and legacy of Pope Francis

Rose O’Keeffe, Content Managing Editor
April 28, 2025
Lionel Messi chases after the ball against the Chicago Fire on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Soldier Field. This was Messi's first time playing at Soldier Field.

[Photo] Major League Soccer on the rise: Chicago Fire fill Soldier Field with big names and local talent

Isabella Siemaszko, La DePaulia News Editor
April 21, 2025
Layden Blocker drives to the basket on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Blocker collected five rebounds to go along with his 25 points.

[Photo] DePaul accepts postseason bid to College Basketball Crown tournament

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
March 17, 2025
DePaul guard Isaiah Rivera slashes to the lane in the second half of DePaul's quarterfinals matchup against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Rivera played all 50 minutes, scoring 17 points and collecting nine rebounds.

[Photo] Despite heartbreaking loss, DePaul says this is only the beginning

Nick Palazzolo and Ryan Hinske
March 14, 2025
Layden Blocker drives to the basket on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Blocker collected five rebounds to go along with his 25 points.

[Photo] Creighton calls timeout after made three-pointer

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
Layden Blocker dunks the ball against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul made 45.7% of their field goals.

[Photo] Neal and Blocker trade dunks

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
A ref makes a call against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Creighton caught up to DePaul during the second half.

[Photo] One possession game

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
CJ Gunn waits between plays during the second half on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Gunn fouled out shortly before overtime.

[Photo] Gunn fouls out

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
CJ Gunn shoots the ball in the second half against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Gunn had the most steals for DePaul with 6.

[Photo] We. Have. Overtime.

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
Layden Blocker moves down the court during the second half in DePaul's game against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Blocker was DePaul's highest scorer with 25 points.

[Photo] DePaul makes four of five

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
JJ Traynor walks off the court after DePaul's loss to Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. The final score was 85-81, ending DePaul's tournament run.

[Photo] FINAL, 2OT – Creighton 85, DePaul 81

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
A fan celebrates from the stands on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul stayed in the lead against Creighton in the first half.

[Photo] Halftime – DePaul maintains double-digit lead

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
Layden Blocker defends the ball during the first half on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Blocker picked up a second foul.

[Photo] Blocker picks up second foul, DePaul flirts with foul trouble

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
Jamiya Neal dribbles the ball during DePaul's game against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Creighton's overall record this season is 22-9.

[Photo] Creighton heads to timeout with six turnovers

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
JJ Traynor kneels during the first half following an injury on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. He did not return to the game.

[Photo] Injury timeout – JJ Traynor

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
NJ Benson, Layden Blocker and David Thomas line up for the pledge of allegiance before DePaul's game on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. While Blocker and Benson have committed to another year with DePaul, Thomas has reportedly set his sights on the transfer portal.

[Photo] Starters announced for tonight’s matchup

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
CJ Gunn defends the ball during the first half during DePaul's game against Creighton on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul is in its second round of the Big East Tournament.

[Photo] Live updates: heavy underdog DePaul takes Creighton to double overtime

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 13, 2025
Michael Ansari shows off his baby blue DePaul jersey after the team's win on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. The Blue Demons defeated the seven seed Georgetown Hoyas 71-67.

[Photo] DePaul superfan travels 850 miles to watch his team play — during finals

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
March 13, 2025
Layden Blocker drives down the court while Micah Peavy keeps up on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul won round one of the Big East Tournament against the Georgetown Hoyas.

[Photo] DePaul upsets Georgetown, lives to see another day in conference tournament

Ryan Hinske and Nick Palazzolo
March 12, 2025
David Thomas looks for a pass while Jayden Epps tries to block on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Epps missed a free throw which allowed DePaul the possession to win.

[Photo] DePaul takes timeout, 70-67

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
Chris Holtmann yells to DePaul while on the sidelines during the second half on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul averages 72.6 points per game.

[Photo] JJ Traynor tip in as shot clock expires

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
A DePaul fan motions to his gear on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. The Blue Demons won all three contests against Georgetown this season.

[Photo] DePaul timeout after lackluster defensive possession

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
NJ Benson shoots a free throw on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Benson returned to the game, regardless of his hand injury and helped DePaul reach victory.

[Photo] Benson … again

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
DePaul cheerleaders celebrate DePaul's win with DIBS after the Big East game on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul will next play two-seeded Creighton.

[Photo] FINAL – DePaul 71, Georgetown 67

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
David Thomas makes his way down the court while Georgetown follow on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. By halftime, Thomas had three fouls.

[Photo] Six straight by Hoyas prompts Holtmann timeout

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
Layden Blocker dribbles down the court while Malik Mack guards on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. Blocker had 10 points in the first half.

[Photo] DePaul shooting above 50% out the gate

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
Georgetown's head coach Ed Cooley shouts from the sidelines during the first half on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. At the half, the Hoyas lead DePaul, 40-38.

[Photo] Furious Georgetown comeback fuels halftime lead

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
JJ Traynor hangs on to the rim after making a dunk during the first half on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Madison Square Garden. DePaul is undefeated against Georgetown so far this season.

[Photo] Live Updates: DePaul wins dramatic first game in Big East Tournament

Ryan Hinske, Sports Editor
March 12, 2025
DePaul faculty convenes to discuss President Donald Trump's second term on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at Arts and Letters Hall. More than 150 people joined in person and over Zoom to listen to the panel.

[Photo] DePaul is standing firm on DEI, won’t be ‘bullied’

Jake Cox and Rose O’Keeffe
February 21, 2025
Fans cheer in the stands on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena during a DePaul women's basketball game. DePaul lost to UConn, 84-58.

[Photo] DePaul basketball attendance is ‘on the rebound’

Jake Cox, Digital Managing Editor
February 17, 2025
A customer browses the shelves at The Last Chapter Book Shop on February 6, 2025. The Roscoe Village store specializes in romance novels of all sub-genres.

[Photo] Pick literature over lovers this V-Day

Brielle Kohlbeck, Content Managing Editor
February 10, 2025
Sumer Lee dribbles down the court on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. DePaul lost to UConn 84-58.

[Photo] Live Updates: DePaul unsuccessful in loss against Seton Hall

Peyton Hopp, Sports Editor
February 1, 2025
Taylor Johnson-Matthews catches a pass during the second half of DePaul's game against UConn on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. Johnson-Matthews scored 19 points.

[Photo] Final Score: UConn 84, DePaul 58

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Writer
January 29, 2025
Fans cheer in the stands on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. DePaul lost to UConn, 84-58.

[Photo] Another run, another timeout

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Writer
January 29, 2025
Jorie Allen fights to get the ball to the basket during DePaul's game against UConn on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. Allen set a career-high scoring 34 points and was a perfect 12-12 from the free-throw line during her last game.

[Photo] DePaul down but not out

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Writer
January 29, 2025
Taylor Johnson-Matthews looks to pass while Ashlynn Shade guards during the first half on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. The Blue Demons have won two in a row getting to 11-11 on the season.

[Photo] Last second layup gets DePaul within two possessions

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Writer
January 29, 2025
Sumer Lee dribbles down the court on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. Lee started the game.

[Photo] Starting lineups

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Writer
January 29, 2025
DePaul fans cheer during the first half on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. The game was nearly sold out.

[Photo] Live Updates: DePaul falls to Bueckers, UConn in front of record-breaking crowd

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Writer
January 29, 2025
DePaul volleyball players cheer on the court on Friday, Sept. 21, 2024, at McGrath-Phillips Arena. DePaul hosted the Chicago Cup from Sept. 19-21.

[Photo] A season full of firsts for DePaul volleyball: ‘You blow it all up and you start over’

Nathan Klepp, Sports News Beat Writer
January 20, 2025
CJ Gunn dribbles around a Marquette defensemen on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. Gunn played 40 minutes of the game.

[Photo] Final- Marquette 85- DePaul 83

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
DePaul basketball players celebrate on the bench during the second half of their game against Marquette on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. CJ Gunn was the highest scorer with 21 points.

[Photo] Marquette 84- DePaul 80 13.4 to play

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
Isaiah Rivera shoots the ball during the second half on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. DePaul made 37.5% of their three-pointers.

[Photo] Isaiah Rivera again. One point game. 5.5 left

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
Chris Holtmann celebrates from the sidelines during the second half on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. DePaul men’s basketball hasn’t won a Big East conference game in 727 days.

[Photo] Same score. 25.6 left

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
Layden Blocker shoots for a basket while Ben Gold guards during the second half of the game on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. DePaul made 51.6% of their field goals.

[Photo] DePaul 50- Marquette 48 11:38 left

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
Conor Enright dribbles the ball while looking for a pass on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, during the first half of the game at Wintrust Arena. Enright is a guard for DePaul.

[Photo] DePaul 36- Marquette 32 3:45 left in first half

January 14, 2025
CJ Gunn passes the ball while Tre Norman guards on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. Gunn started the game.

[Photo] Marquette 26- DePaul 23 7:50 remaining in first half

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
Layden Blocker comes down the court during the first half of DePaul's game against Marquette on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. Blocker is a sophomore.

[Photo] Marquette 24- DePaul 18 11:05 remaining in first half

Nick Palazzolo, Men’s Basketball Beat Writer
January 14, 2025
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