DePaul Rewind

Alumni Success Stories

Explore DePaul Rewind, our feature video series highlighting six alumni and the experiences that shaped where they are today.

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DePaul Rewind Video Series

Every Blue Demon has a moment worth Rewinding

<div class="ck-content"><p><span class="agcmg" style="font-family:&quot;Rethink Sans&quot;;">The class that changed everything, the project that launched a career, or the service experience that shifted a perspective.</span></p><p><span class="agcmg" style="font-family:&quot;Rethink Sans&quot;;">In our DePaul Rewind series, alumni reflect on the defining moments that shaped their journeys. Their stories showcase the impact of DePaul’s Layered-Learning™ approach, preparing graduates to excel in their careers and lead meaningful lives.</span></p></div>

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Meet the Hosts of DePaul Rewind

Kalia Butler (CMN ‘23)  & Jenna Duddleston (CMN ‘15)

As journalism alumni, Kalia and Jenna bring authentic connection and peer-to-peer perspective to DePaul Rewind.

Join them for candid conversations with alumni across diverse industries, insightful reflections on life after graduation, and a special co-host episode, taking you behind the scenes of the series.

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The Power of DePaul'sLayered-Learning™ Approach

<div class="ck-content"><p><span class="agcmg" style="font-family:&quot;Rethink Sans&quot;;">Each story highlights DePaul’s distinctive Layered-Learning™ approach—a dynamic blend of classroom instruction, hands-on projects, and community service.</span></p><p><span class="agcmg" style="font-family:&quot;Rethink Sans&quot;;">Discover how these six alumni leveraged this integrated framework to become versatile, career-ready leaders equipped for lifelong success.</span></p></div>

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Alyssa Sierra
Alyssa Sierra
CMN '16, MBA '22
Learn how Alyssa built a foundation at DePaul that led to her current role as a Brand Manager for a major consumer packaged goods (CPG) company.
See Alyssa's Story
Evan Johnson Ransom
Evan Johnson-Ransom
CSH '18
From a childhood fascination to a career in paleontology, see how Evan’s time at DePaul’s College of Science and Health helped him launch his dream path.
See Evan's Story
Brittani Ward
Brittani Ward
CDM '10
See how filmmaker and casting director Brittani Ward transformed her passion into a career through the faculty, mentors, and experiences at DePaul’s School of Cinematic Arts.
See Brittani's Story
Vince Anter
Vince Anter
CDM '10
Vince's journey at DePaul ended better than planned. DePaul gave Vince the freedom to pivot. Learn how exploring new passions led him to a career path as founder and host of “V is for Vino” Wine Show.
See Vince's Story
David Harpest
David Harpest
SOM '00
David’s lifelong passion for music brought him to DePaul’s School of Music. There, being exposed to unexpected opportunities as a music major guided him toward a whole new career path.
See David's Story
Ge Wang
Ge Wang
JD '12
Learn how Ge Wang’s experience at DePaul College of Law unlocked new opportunities, inspiring his transition from legal practice to entrepreneurship.
See Ge's Story

DePaul Alumni by the Numbers

220,500
DePaul alumni globally; 60% are in Chicago
92%
of DePaul Graduates report positive career outcomes
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