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On With The Show: Performing Arts In The Age Of Covid 19, University Marketing And Communications, Maricruz Menchero
On With The Show: Performing Arts In The Age Of Covid 19, University Marketing And Communications, Maricruz Menchero
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Last spring at the start of the pandemic, The Theatre School transitioned Shakespeare’s dark comedy, Measure for Measure, from a live in-studio play to a radio show. 2020 MFA graduate Maricruz Menchero talks about the experience, the radio show’s unexpected benefits and explains how her coursework introduced her to new skillsets for life after graduation.
The Importance Of Black Love In Romance Novels, University Marketing And Communications, Julie Moody-Freeman
The Importance Of Black Love In Romance Novels, University Marketing And Communications, Julie Moody-Freeman
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For Julie Moody-Freeman, reading Black romance novels isn’t a guilty pleasure - it’s an area of study. Moody-Freeman is the director of DePaul's Center for Black Diaspora and a faculty member in the African and Black Diaspora Studies Department. On this episode, she discusses the history and importance of Black love in romance novels, which inspires her work as the host of The Black Romance Podcast. She also reflects on her conversations with Black romance writers, editors and scholars and the importance of their oral histories.
Christmas From Depaul: A Behind The Scenes Look At This Year’S Virtual Event, University Marketing And Communications, Tony Peluso, Jamie Davis
Christmas From Depaul: A Behind The Scenes Look At This Year’S Virtual Event, University Marketing And Communications, Tony Peluso, Jamie Davis
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Like many things in 2020, the university’s cherished annual holiday event will look a bit different. Christmas from DePaul is going virtual. To give the DePaul community a behind the scenes look at this year’s event is its producers, Tony Peluso and Jamie Davis. On this episode, they talk about the challenges they faced due to COVID-19, explain how DePaul’s campus was used to help tell the story of Jesus’ birth and share how DePaul’s students were involved in creating this year’s event, in front of and behind the camera.
Depaul Professor And Environmental Scientist Shares How To Build An Antiracist Lab, University Marketing And Communications, Bala Chaudhary
Depaul Professor And Environmental Scientist Shares How To Build An Antiracist Lab, University Marketing And Communications, Bala Chaudhary
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Racial and ethnic diversity within the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields remains low, and many scientists and researchers are seeking solutions to help address racism in their workplaces. To help, assistant professor and environmental scientist in the Department of Environmental Science and Studies for DePaul’s College of Science and Health, Dr. Bala Chaudhary, collaborated with another researcher of color to create the “Ten Simple Rules for Building an Antiracist Lab.”
Students Find More Than Gaming In Depaul Esports, University Marketing And Communications, Courtney James
Students Find More Than Gaming In Depaul Esports, University Marketing And Communications, Courtney James
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The Esports market, or competitive video gaming, is anticipated to surpass $1.5 billion by 2023. At DePaul, Esports is even a BIG EAST-sanctioned program. DePaul’s director of Student Involvement, Courtney James, talks about DePaul’s unique Esports community, which draws hundreds of student gamers. Through their participation, the students find connection, an inclusive environment and even inspiration for career paths. James also discusses some of DePaul’s upcoming Esports events and the pandemic’s impact on the industry.
Sister Helen Prejean And The Death Penalty: Decades Of Fighting Capital Punishment, University Marketing And Communications, Helen Prejean
Sister Helen Prejean And The Death Penalty: Decades Of Fighting Capital Punishment, University Marketing And Communications, Helen Prejean
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Sister Helen Prejean has dedicated her life to opposing the death penalty after she witnessed an execution in her home state of Louisiana. Her efforts have sparked a national dialogue on capital punishment and she has helped shape the Catholic Church’s position on the topic. In 2011, she donated her personal archives to the university to help the DePaul community continue to learn from her work. On this episode of DePaul Download, Sister Helen talks about life’s work and what keeps her going.
How Two Psychology Professors Earned $6 Million To Support Chicago Youth At Risk Of Violence, University Marketing And Communications, Lavome Robinson, Leonard Jason
How Two Psychology Professors Earned $6 Million To Support Chicago Youth At Risk Of Violence, University Marketing And Communications, Lavome Robinson, Leonard Jason
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