Student Experience

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Facilities that Inspire Curiosity and Innovation

Spaces built for projects that push the boundaries of design

<div class="ck-content"><p>Experiment and build in spaces made for bold creativity. From the Jarvis Student Center to the Idea Realization Lab and Print Lab, every facility supports students who innovate, iterate and want to bring their ideas to life.</p></div>

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FACILITIES AT SCHOOL OF DESIGN

School of Design Spaces Builtfor Projects that Push Boundaries

Explore, experiment and push boundaries in spaces built for bold creativity. From the Jarvis Student Center to the Print Lab and PUSH Studio, every facility supports students who innovate, iterate and want to bring their boldest ideas to life.

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SCHOOL OF DESIGN LABS AND STUDIOS

Work in Research and Design Labs

Collaborate with faculty on projects while building your portfolio

Our faculty are a dynamic mix of researchers and designers with deep industry experience and connections. Students can engage in funded research positions and collaborate on projects across a wide range of design disciplines.

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OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

School of Design Events and Opportunities

Special industry access and career-building opportunities await

From welcome events to portfolio reviews to world-class speakers, game jams, showcases, studio visits and conferences, your calendar will be filled with opportunities to grow your skills and build valuable industry connections. With Chicago as a design and tech hub, our deep networks will grant you access to the places, people, ideas and projects that will shape your professional identity.

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School of Design Talks

We invite leaders at the forefront of design to expand, challenge and inspire our design perspectives. Past speakers include Lesley-Ann Noel, Cennydd Bowles and American Artist.

Career Fairs and Company Visits

Connect directly with employers in design and technology through our vast network of companies and organizations. DePaul has hosted visits from Disney, Pixar and Iron Galaxy.

Portfolio Reviews

Get 1:1 feedback from industry professionals and alumni to refine your portfolio and prepare for your internship or job search at these quarterly events.

Studio Visits

Step in the doors of leading design studios and agencies to see real work environments and processes while building professional connections.

Industry Conferences

Students present their work, attend workshops and stay ahead of fast-moving trends and ideas. Our students have attended the Midwest Developers Conference, Chicago Toy and Game Fair, IndieCade and more to learn and connect with game developers and industry professionals.

Student Grants and Challenges

Apply for funding and resources to work on team projects driven by your interests. The Design IMPACT summer grants and the Jarvis Innovation Challenge provide stipends, budgets and mentoring for projects directed by students.

Showcases

Present your projects to peers, faculty and industry experts at events that celebrate and showcase your work. Recent showcases put student work on view to the public at the Design Museum of Chicago.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Join New Communities

Build and grow with your design peers

DePaul students are passionate, curious and actively connect with people around their interests. Student-led groups help you build leadership skills, connect with peers and expand your professional network—all while doing what you love.

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