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The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

A sign hangs on the side of the John T. Richardson Library in Lincoln Park, Chicago, on Aug. 25, 2024. The sign reads out new demonstration policies on campus.

DePaul has new protest and demonstration guidelines. Here’s what has changed

Jake Cox, Digital Managing Editor August 31, 2024

A leadership note was sent to the DePaul community on Aug. 8, updating the guidelines for demonstrations on campus. This policy change has been in the works since Summer 2023, and follows intense protests...

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...

DePaul addresses safety concerns after multiple robberies on campus Saturday

DePaul addresses safety concerns after multiple robberies on campus Saturday

Samantha Moilanen, Former Online Managing Editor September 10, 2023

Multiple assault and battery incidents on DePaul’s campuses during the last academic year prompted students to push for increased safety measures, such as changing the university from an open to closed...

McGee’s Tavern, which is located on Webster Avenue in Lincoln Park, is widely regarded at DePaul as a top spot for partying on weekends.

Welcome to ‘DeParty’

Elena King January 20, 2020

Local bars on DePaul’s Lincoln Park Campus make going out easier for students on a budget. With classes back in session for DePaul students, the joy and freedom of winter break already seem so far gone...

DePaul shows solidarity to people experiencing homelessness with 'Big Sleep Out'

DePaul shows solidarity to people experiencing homelessness with ‘Big Sleep Out’

Xavier Ortega, Photo Chief December 8, 2019

On a cold, cloudy Chicago night of about 38 degrees Fahrenheit, DePaul hosted the Chicago Sleep Out on Dec. 7. About 130 participants joined together to spend one night sleeping outside in the Lincoln...

Those who celebrate Day of the Dead often decorate ofrendas, ritual altars decorated with personal items meant to invite the spirit of their lost loved ones.

DePaul students celebrate Day of the Dead

Ebony Ellis November 12, 2019

When walking into the Student Center on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus, the last thing one would expect to see are pictures of people who have died. These pictures are surrounded by colorful skulls, flowers...

Robyn Gabel, state representative

College of Science and Health hosts climate change experts at DePaul

Alayne Trinko, Focus Editor October 19, 2019

DePaul College of Science and Health associate professor and department chair Mark Potosnak and associate professor Hugh Bartling of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences mediated a climate change...

Public Safety: DePaul student victim of armed robbery on Lincoln Park campus

Public Safety: DePaul student victim of armed robbery on Lincoln Park campus

Bianca Cseke, Online Managing Editor October 11, 2019

A DePaul student reported that they were the victim of an armed robbery about 7:30 p.m. Friday on the Lincoln Park campus, according to a public safety alert. The student reported that they were approached...

Freshman Amber Gray paid for a larger room but was assigned a single suite instead. This, and multiple other cases, made students question the Housing Department.

DePaul’s student housing policies frustrate some new freshmen

Alayne Trinko, Focus Editor September 23, 2019

Freshmen roommates Sierra Reiynolds and Maureen Andersen said they have had a great experience working with the Department of Housing, but that hasn’t been the same for all students living on campus. “I...

Marie Huels (right), who works in marketing with the Chicago Park District, speaks to Joan Bellagamba (left), Lincoln Park resident, about events hosted by the park district.

City Hall comes to Lincoln Park

Camille Koch and Patsy Newitt September 23, 2019

City Hall was brought directly to students on Thursday, Sept. 20, moving into the Student Center in Lincoln Park with its new Mobile City Hall. The event was held by the City Clerk’s Office to provide...

A student walks through the Quad on one of the coldest days ever recorded in Chicago, Jan. 30, 2019. This day fell during the beginning of DePaul’s Winter Quarter last year.

DePaul 101

Mackenzie Murtaugh and Patsy Newitt, News Editor and Assistant News Editor September 16, 2019

So, you’ve decided to become a Blue Demon at DePaul, the home of a competitive theatre program, urban campus and a less-than-stellar basketball team. Regardless of your reason for attending DePaul, you’ve...

Authorities arrest person of interest in stabbing of recent DePaul graduate

Authorities arrest person of interest in stabbing of recent DePaul graduate

Bianca Cseke, Online Managing Editor August 8, 2019

A man who may be connected to the stabbing of a recent DePaul graduate near the Lincoln Park campus last month was arrested in Texas, Chicago police said. Adam Bramwell, 32, who was wanted on two outstanding...

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