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'''DePaul University''' is a private, [[Roman Catholic]] university located in [[Chicago]], [[Illinois]], United States. Founded by the [[Vincentians]] in 1898, it is the largest Catholic university in the United States by enrollment. | '''DePaul University''' is a private, [[Roman Catholic]] university located in [[Chicago]], [[Illinois]], United States. Founded by the [[Vincentians]] in 1898, it is the largest Catholic university in the United States by enrollment. | ||
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* [[Higher education in the United States]] | * [[Higher education in the United States]] | ||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [http://www.depaul.edu Official website] | * [http://www.depaul.edu Official website] | ||
* [https://www.depaulbluedemons.com DePaul Blue Demons Athletics] | * [https://www.depaulbluedemons.com DePaul Blue Demons Athletics] | ||
{{Catholic universities and colleges in the United States}} | {{Catholic universities and colleges in the United States}} | ||
{{Universities and colleges in Chicago}} | {{Universities and colleges in Chicago}} | ||
[[Category:DePaul University| ]] | [[Category:DePaul University| ]] | ||
[[Category:Universities and colleges in Chicago]] | [[Category:Universities and colleges in Chicago]] | ||
Revision as of 22:46, 30 December 2024
DePaul University is a private, Roman Catholic university located in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded by the Vincentians in 1898, it is the largest Catholic university in the United States by enrollment.
History
DePaul University was founded in 1898 by the Congregation of the Mission (C.M.), also known as the Vincentians, a Roman Catholic religious order. The university was named after Saint Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century French priest who dedicated his life to serving the poor.
Academics
DePaul University offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its ten colleges and schools. These include the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Science and Health, the Driehaus College of Business, and the College of Computing and Digital Media.
Colleges and Schools
- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
- College of Science and Health
- Driehaus College of Business
- College of Computing and Digital Media
- College of Education
- College of Law
- School of Music
- The Theatre School
- School for New Learning
- College of Communication
Campus
DePaul University has two main campuses in the Chicago area: the Lincoln Park Campus and the Loop Campus. The Lincoln Park Campus is home to the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Science and Health, and the School of Music, among others. The Loop Campus is located in downtown Chicago and houses the College of Law, the School of Public Service, and the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.
Student Life
DePaul University offers a vibrant student life with over 350 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and service organizations. The university's athletic teams, known as the Blue Demons, compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Big East Conference.
Notable Alumni
DePaul University has a diverse and accomplished group of alumni, including:
- Gillian Anderson, actress
- Judy Greer, actress
- Joe Mantegna, actor
- Richard M. Daley, former Mayor of Chicago
- Ray Manzarek, musician and co-founder of The Doors
See Also
External Links
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