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What you do in the classroom matters – but it’s not everything. Build your network and have some fun by getting involved at DePaul outside the classroom as well. Choose from more than 350 organizations and clubs. Click on a tile below to learn more about DePaul and Student Life.
Student to faculty ratio
16:1
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Which DePaul Graduate Stars in Stranger Things?
Answer:
Joe Keery, 2014 Theatre School alum, stars as Steve Harrington
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wHY IS dEpAUL'S TEAM NAME tHE BLUE DEMONS?
Answer:
In 1907, DePaul athletes were called "D-Men" due to the large "D" on their uniforms. This eventually evolved into "Demons".
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