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A sign on the door of the former location of Sbarro on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The Sbarro in the DePaul center has closed after 31 years of business.

Loop business owners question the impact of DePaul budget cuts

One Loop business owner has noticed a drop in customers; others say the future is uncertain.
Emma Howe, Contributing Writer / July 1, 2026

After 31 years in the DePaul Center downtown, Sbarro pizza has permanently closed its doors to the public. Just across the hall, a Uni Uni Boba business owner worries it’s a sign that cutbacks at the...

Harold Washington Library in the Loop.

Hidden spots at DePaul’s Loop campus

Madi Garcia / March 1, 2020

DePaul University, as a city school, has much to offer its students. The Loop campus exposes students to the exciting and diverse city of Chicago. There are a multitude of places to discover, and there...

The Chicago Theatre, which is sometimes called the “Wonder Theatre of the World,” has hosted some of the world’s greatest performers, from Duke Ellington to Robin Williams.

Navigating Chicago’s art scene

Being a new student at a new school — and possibly living in a new city — may be intimidating, but both Chicago and DePaul’s arts scenes offer a warm welcome.
Chinyere Ibeh and Keira Wingate / September 23, 2019

For many, the start of a new school year can mean lots of stress. But when living in a city as exciting as Chicago, you’ll soon learn there’s more to be excited about than stressed. As you settle into...

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

Before you take a seat on the Smoker’s Steps, there are a few things you must know about campus culture
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...

Scott Ingerson blows a giant bubble during the Loop Block Party held at Pritzker Park on Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. The Loop Block Party is one of the numerous free events during Welcome Week 2019. Welcome Week also now includes an event at Wintrust Arena for incoming freshman.

Loop Block Party kicks off new school year

Xavier Ortega, Photo Chief / September 15, 2019

On the first day back to school, the Loop Block Party kicks off the school year on a high note providing free food truck food, music by the Original Chicago Blues All-Stars, the DePaul Pep Band, and...

Students gather on the quad, hammocking and picnicking on a recent sunny day. Most universities have quads that are used for events and just hanging out.

Lincoln Park vs. Loop Campus

There are bound to be differences when the city is your campus
Bella Michaels / May 28, 2019

DePaul is not your ordinary university. Unlike a traditional college campus, the city of Chicago is DePaul’s campus—but the university still offers both contrasting cultures. In a college town,...

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