“Go, learn how to free yourself and to be open to God’s will; let that be your lesson.” 205, Indifference, 16 May 1659, CCD, 12:197. How long does it take for people to really learn something? To gain not just knowledge, but true wisdom? Does it happen in an instant? Or, does it require a […]
“Oh, what a favor to be a member of a community, for each member shares in the good that is done by all.” *— Vincent de Paul Each of us has a role to play, and something important to contribute, to the whole enterprise that is DePaul University. We recognize ourselves to be part of […]
This postcard image from 1914 depicts one of the student dormitories at the Berceau of Saint Vincent de Paul (near Dax) temporarily transformed into a military hospital (hopital auxiliaire). Daughters of Charity from the orphanage and hospice served as nurses. In the left hand lower corner a confrere (wearing a biretta) plays a board […]
DePaul students and faculty participated in DePaul’s annual“Vincentian Service Day” May 4, where students volunteer at sites across Chicago in a super-charged day of service. DePaul volunteers cheerfully flocked to McGrath Arena at 8 a.m. on Saturday where they partook in some interfaith prayers and were sent off to their respective service sites. The cheerful […]
_ Caelin Niehoff is a sophomore at DePaul University pursuing a degree in American Studies. Caelin is an Interfaith Scholar and is involved with Catholic Campus Ministry at DePaul. _ Tranquility and the warmth of the sun’s reflection off the lake permeated George Williams College grounds: Lake Geneva Wisconsin. DePaul students departed University Ministry vans […]
— This is the first article in a several part series throughout this quarter, written by Nic Cable, focusing on the complexities of interfaith work in higher education. These articles are in conjunction with an academic independent study project on the same themes. — This past weekend, nearly 30 DePaul University students gathered together to […]
— Today’s post is by Nic Cable, a senior at Depaul, who is pursuing a double major in Religious Studies and Peace, Justice, and Conflict Studies. He is serving his second year as an Interfaith Scholar at DePaul University and is the Director of the Better Together Campaign at this institution. — Life is often […]
With sadness, we have learned of the death of Chris Rone, who worked for 25 years in the Office of Financial Aid. Chris passed away on June 24, 2025, at the age of 57. After completing his undergraduate studies at National Louis University, Chris earned a Master of Arts in Public Policy from The […]
Updates, resources, and events highlighting the integration of DePaul’s Vincentian mission into the daily life and work of the university community. MISSION MONDAY The Call of Uncertainty Now that it is spring and we are amid graduation season, much advice will be given to those who are matriculating, particularly… READ MORE
Updates, resources, and events highlighting the integration of DePaul’s Vincentian mission into the daily life and work of the university community. MISSION MONDAY Beginnings, Endings, and the Sacred In-Between It is in the in-between where we are formed to live our lives with meaning and purpose. READ MORE UPCOMING EVENTS Baccalaureate Lunch and […]