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Get Involved

The Chaddick Institute team is always keen to have students and professionals get involved with the institute, and to discuss how our work might intersect with your professional experience in the Chicagoland area or educational experience at DePaul University. The Chaddick Institute offers various volunteering opportunities for graduate students during the academic year, including assisting with our events, research, and bi-annual study trips. Find upcoming opportunities to get involved here.

Want to Get Involved?

Email us at Chaddick@depaul.edu.

Join our Mailing List

Email us at chaddick@depaul.edu. You can request to be added to our i) municipal planning and development, 2) transportation, or 3) student lists, or multiple lists. We limit the number of emails to prevent inbox clutter.

Chaddick Scholars

The Chaddick Scholars Program is a great way to interact with professionals and individuals interested in the field of metropolitan planning. This program is designed for graduate students looking to gain real-world experience in urban planning and community development. After being accepted into the program, candidates become ambassadors of the Institute and participate in activities such as immersion trips to explore various cities, volunteer opportunities, and professional networking events. The Chaddick Scholars Program typically starts in November and ends in June.

For program requirements and kick-off dates, please contact us at chaddick@depaul.edu.

2024 Chaddick Scholars

Sophia Burns | Public Administration

Jared Smith | Sustainable Urban Development

Danielle Nickaf | School of Public Service

Neil Sherman | History Department

Codey Zurek | Sustainable Urban Development

Emily Hamilton | Sustainable Urban Development

Samira Kassem | Sustainable Urban Development

Shamiso Gombero | School of Public Service

Orlando Solorza | Sustainable Urban Development

MaryAnn McGovern |Sustainable Urban Development

Ranuel Urguiza |Sustainable Urban Development

Please refer to our Chaddick Scholar Alumni tab for photos and bios of these talented individuals.

2023 Chaddick Scholars

2022 Chaddick Scholars

2021 Chaddick Scholars

REED CAPSHAW | Master of Public Policy

HUGO CORONADO | Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development

KIMBERLY FAIR | Master of Public Policy
SARA FRANKIEWICZ | Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development

DYLAN HABER | Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development

JENNIFER HERNANDEZ | Master of Public Policy

MITCH HIRST | Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development

CASEY LAWLER | Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development

VALERIA TARKA | Master’s in Sustainable Urban Development

2020 Chaddick Scholars

ALEX ASTA | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development

ERIN BAYNES | Master of Public Administration

JAMAINE ALBERTO GOODING | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development
LUCAS HAWLEY | Master of Public Administration

JAMAL MCPHERSON | Master of Public Policy

PJ NASSOS | Master of Public Service Management

COLE NEDER | Master of Public Administration

DELIAH ODEH | Master of Public Service Management

YASMINE OUTLAW | Master of Public Administration

JACOB WALLS | Master of Public Policy

MAGGIE YOUNG | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development

ROB ZIMMER | Master of Public Policy

2019 Chaddick Scholars

KYLE ACEVEDO | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development

SETH BAKER | Master of Public Administration

NORA BEAMISH-LANNON | Master of Public Service Management

ISABELLA DOWNES | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development

CONNOR RETTIG | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development

STEPHEN RODNEY | Master of Public Policy

JACQUELYN RODRIGUEZ | Master of Public Policy

KEVIN SNYDER | Master of Public Policy

SANTA TORRIJO | Master of Public Policy

2018 Chaddick Scholars

MOHAMED ALI | Master's in Sustainable Urban Develoment

ELIZABETH BALSAVICH | Master's in Public Policy

TOM BENEDETTO | Master's in Public Policy

WILLIAM HOOVER | International Relations

JASMINE JONES | Master's of Public Administration

MATTHEW LANGE | Master's of Public Service Management

JOANNA MCCALL | Master's in Sustainable Urban Development

JANELLE MYERS | PhD in Education

2017 Chaddick Scholars

ARLINDA BAJRAMI | Masters in Public Administration

GABRIELA BALDASSARI | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

MICHAEL FODOR | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development
FRANK KRAUT | Masters in Public Administration
COREY MCEACHERN | Masters in Public Policy
MALCOLM MOSSMAN | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development
STIJN VAN DER SLOT | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

2016 Chaddick Scholars

JEN ARON | Masters in Leadership and Policy Studies

BENTON DOSKY | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

ROMUALD LENOU | Masters of Public Administration

JAZMINE ROMERO | Masters of Public Administration

NOELLE PAIGE | Masters of Public Administration

RACHAEL SMITH | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

ANTOINETTE THOMAS | Masters in Public Service Managemement

GRAY TUREK | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

2015 Chaddick Scholars

JOSEPH CUNANAN | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

PASQUALE DI DIANA | Masters in Public Administration

ELIZABETH GRISANZIO | Masters in Public Service

ANNE LYNCH |

BRIAN TERRELL | Masters in Leadership and Policy Studies

NATALIE TOPP | Masters in Leadership and Policy Studies

JOANA ZAIDAN | Masters in Sustainable Urban Development

Previous Chaddick Scholars (2005-2014)

2013-14

Valerie Egon, Jeff Fredericksen, Jenny Godinez, Megan Overbey, Emily Reilly, Gary Scott, William Stefaniuk, and James Wong

2012-13

Alyssa Battaglia, Jamela Clark, Brandi DeLoatch, Ryan Forst, Blaire MacHarg, Brian Pigeon, Kelsey Somerville, Martina Stanley, and Kate Witherspoon

2011-12

Derick Anderson, Sid Holcomb, Shawn Janzen, Wilmar Molina, Mark Patoska, Candice Torres, and Stephen Woodring

2010-11

Caitlin Allen, Will Covert, Martin Ellinger-Locke, Leah Haas, Brian Izzo, Amy Kirsling, Paige Largent, Rebecca McAlpine, Elisa Sledzinska, Sara Wendelburg, and Jada Wollenzien

2009-10

Antwon Bailey, Alice Bieszczat, Steven Field, Justin Klusas, Suzanne Ostrovsky, and Jonathan Wittig

2008-2009

Andrew Pizzano, Eric Roach, Cyrus Khazai, and Fatih Takmakli

2007-2008

Erin Kelly, Lisa Koivu, Kateri Routh, Lisa Pagnucci, Sara Smith, and Lauren Fischer

2006-2007

Liezl Alcantara, Gretchen Anderson, Caitlyn Brennan, Peter Drake, Beau Gallegos, Brian Guyer, Michael Frigo, Dan Nakahara, Erika Radeke, Alyssa Schiffman, Melanie Silas, and Dale Wilson

2005-2006

Donna Cicinelli, Brian Guyer, Christie Hahn, Lauren Pike, Erika Radeke, Alyssa Schiffman, and Sonya Szot

2004-2005

Michelle Cullerton, Christine Drew, Alison Ferrari, Pamela Gayles, Joseph Kearney, Katie McCall, Janice Murphy, Shari Schwartz, and Gail Walker

Bi-Annual Study Trips

The Chaddick Institute began offering study trips for graduate students and professional planners in 2010. These full-day intensive experiences offer participants the opportunity to explore urban issues in a real world setting, meeting with municipal officials, planners, non-profit leaders, etc. and gaining a better understanding of the innovative solutions being pursued to revitalize challenged urban areas.

We hold a study trip in the fall quarter and spring quarter of each academic year. Our study trips are to cities located in the Midwest - previous study trips have taken participants to Detroit, St. Louis, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, and Madison. Study trips typically cost around $30/person and include lodging, local transportation and lunch. Approximately 25 graduate students and professionals attend each trip. Visit our Upcoming Events page for information on the next study trip!

Young Professionals Program

Our Young Professionals (YP) program involves after-work activities highlighting trends in the urban planning field. Events are designed to be informal and fun, focusing on professional development and offering exposure to a wide variety of experts. YP events are typically free to attend! If you are not already on our Young Professionals mailing list, click here to start receiving our emails and event notices.

New ideas for future YP events are always welcome. If you have a great idea for an event, please contact us at chaddick@depaul.edu.

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