DePaul community members from faculty, staff and students to alumni are often interviewed or profiled in news outlets about their areas of research, work in the community or current events. Just some of those media appearances are listed below.
For members of the media looking to interview DePaul experts, reach out to newsroom@depaul.edu and check out the DePaul Experts Guide.
Why does Chicago use Comic Sans on some elevator inspection certificates?
Chicago Sun-Times | June 3, 2026
Lee Zelenak
Brightline proved America wants trains. Can it survive?
Fast Company | June 3, 2026
Joe Schwieterman
Jackie Robinson West’s title strip remains an open wound for south siders
Chicago Reader | June 3, 2026
Evan F. Moore
America 250: The creation of Amtrak
WTOP | June 3, 2026
Joe Schwieterman
Local theologians, experts welcome new encyclical on AI
Chicago Catholic | June 3, 2026
Paula McQuade
Why the US needs a clear Cuba strategy
The National Interest | June 2, 2026
Steven E. Hendrix
Standalone magnetometry is the new GPS
IEEE Spectrum | June 2, 2026
David Hanley
The end of the golden era of late-night shows: between Trump's hatred, network interests, and falling ratings
EL MUNDO AMERICA | June 2, 2026
Benjamin E. Alba
Why Chicago is pouring millions into neighborhoods the banks forgot
Straight Arrow News | June 1, 2026
Geoff Smith
Not every teacher should be an administrator. Here’s how to decide
Education Week | June 1, 2026
Erica Buchanan-Rivera
Mayor Brandon Johnson predicts revival of faith in Chicago following Vatican trip
Chicago Tribune | May 31, 2026
William Cavanaugh
Vatican Names Nigerian Priest-Theologian to Co-Lead Global Mission Initiative on “gift exchange” Between Churches
aciafrica | May 29, 2026
Fr. Stan Chu Ilo
Inflation outpaces hourly earnings
Trade Only | May 29, 2026
Brian Thompson
‘Cost our family everything': Parents sound alarm after teen deaths on e-scooters
NBC 5 Chicago | May 29, 2026
Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence
Mayor Johnson, Pope Leo talk slavery, wars and a Chicago invitation during historic Vatican visit
Chicago Sun-Times | May 28, 2026
Robert Manuel
Pritzker's BUILD plan prioritizes development over affordability
May 13, 2026 | Chicago Sun-Times
Carolina Sternberg and Jesse Mumm
DePaul Grad, Oscar winning playwright debuts new show at Steppenwolf
WBBM | May 11, 2026
Tarell Alvin McCraney
Experts in Chicago weigh in as passengers disembark from hantavirus-hit ship
CBS 2 Chicago | May 10, 2026
Noé de la Sancha
Hantavirus isn’t immediate threat to Chicago, experts say: ‘People should not be alarmed’
Chicago Tribune | May 9, 2026
Noé de la Sancha
You are what you keep: why we cling to clutter and how to free yourself of it
The Guardian | May 1, 2026
Dcn. Joseph Ferrari
Brushwood Center expanding reach of nature-therapy program: ‘Nature can help relieve stress in a variety of ways’
Lake County News-Sun | April 30, 2026
Shreya Aragula
Central Bank leaves federal funds rate unchanged
Trade Only | April 30, 2026
Brian Thompson
It’s time to treat sexual assault as a public health crisis
WBEZ | April 29, 2026
Megan Greeson
As Supreme Court mulls ending protections for migrants, Chicago advocates warn families could face crisis
Chicago Sun-Times | April 29, 2026
Ludovic Comeau Jr.
U.S. and Italy honor alliance to curb art looting, amid broader tensions
New York Times | April 29. 2026
Patty Gerstenblith
March jobs report beats expectations
Trade Only | April 28, 2026
Brian Thompson
The perils of South Korea’s digital diplomacy
The Diplomat | April 28, 2026
Minseon Ku
Questions raised after CTA derailments
WGN Radio | April 28, 2026
Joe Schwieterman
DePaul University pole vaulter Katelyn Welsh sets the bar high for Blue Demons
CBS 2 Chicago | April 28, 2026
Katelyn Welsh and David Thompson
Legal support for small businesses drives the American Dream
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin | April 28, 2026
Geoffrey Rapp
Pope and President, at odds again?
Commonweal | April 28, 2026
DePaul University
‘Dead Man Walking’ nun brings message of hope and activism to DePaul University
WBEZ | April 27, 2026
DePaul University and DePaul Dialogue Collaborative
Local agencies adjust their approaches amid concerns over CTA crime
WTTW | April 27, 2026
Joseph Schwieterman
‘The Pitt’ has no romance on-screen. Online, it’s a different story
Variety Australia | April 27, 2026
Paul Booth
‘Two fronts’: Higher costs for fertilizers and fuel from Iran war challenge farmers
Idaho Press | April 26, 2026
Tim J. Smith
Illinois sets new rules barring state workers from prediction market bets and AI use without oversight
Chicago Tribune | April 26, 2026
Karl Lockhart
More Chicagoans view Mayor Brandon Johnson unfavorably than favorably ahead of 2027 mayoral race, Suffolk-Tribune poll says
Chicago Tribune | April 26, 2026
William Sampson
Church’s slavery legacy in spotlight
The Columbian | April 25, 2026
Fr. Stan Chu Ilo
Decluttering: What seniors should know about clearing out their homes
Monterey Herald | April 25, 2026
Dcn. Joseph Ferrari
Experts raise concerns about CTA after Yellow Line derailment in Rogers Park
CBS 2 Chicago | April 24, 2026
Joe Schwieterman
How underconsumption became the word of the year
Independent | April 19, 2026
Dcn. Joseph Ferrari
Pope Leo XIV’s visit to an African church linked to slavery reflects on his own complex heritage
AP | April 17, 20206
Fr. Stan Chu Ilo
Why experts say a military draft is unlikely – despite automatic registration change
NBC 5 Chicago | April 9, 2026
Tom Mockaitis
Prediction markets are back in the spotlight, this time because of the war in Iran
AP | April 9, 2026
Karl Lockhart
Why spring cleaning is good for you — and how to make it less stressful
The Washington Post | April 5, 2026
Joe Ferrari
Trump administration sues Illinois over state’s attempts to regulate prediction markets
NPR Illinois | April 3, 2026
Karl Lockhart