A Legacy of Learning That Leads to Impact
At DePaul’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, your education builds on a tradition of curiosity, rigor and real-world engagement. We believe insight begins with understanding and impact grows from applying what you learn. So, across disciplines, you’ll explore ideas, tackle complex challenges and develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to make a meaningful difference in your community and beyond.
OUR ALUMNI
Better Worlds Start Here
Our graduates are advancing progress with insight and integrity
LAS alumni are making a difference across all fields, from public policy and health care to the arts and civic life.
Charles Hawkins (’92)
Blends politics and entrepreneurship with mission-driven design.
Jade Ryerson (’18)
Park Historian for the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.
Jake Wild Crea (’20)
PAX graduate using storytelling and advocacy to drive social change.
James Holzhauer-Chuckas, ObSB (‘17)
Leads United Catholic Youth Ministries to foster emerging leaders.
Marisol Morales (’97, ’06)
Drives civic engagement as VP at the Carnegie Foundation.
Meaghan Berry (’19)
Expands access to mental health care at Mount Sinai Hospital.
FACULTY VOICES
Faculty Who Inspire
Our faculty unite global insights with individualized mentorship. Through their research and teaching, they bring relevance, depth and a commitment to social justice to every class.
Francesca Royster
Faculty
English
Professor and Director of the Center for Black Diaspora
froyster@depaul.edu
Michelle Stuhlmacher
Faculty
Geography and GIS
Assistant Professor
michelle.stuhlmacher@depaul.edu
David Lay Williams
Faculty
Political Science
Professor and Pre-law Advisor
david.williams@depaul.edu
John Joe Schlichtman
Faculty
Sociology
Professor
j.j.schlichtman@depaul.edu
Heather Montes-Ireland
Faculty
Women's and Gender Studies
Assistant Professor
hirelan1@depaul.edu