DePaul University Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media - CDM

10/15/2026

Ready to take the next step? DePaul's Graduate Virtual Open House is coming up on October 29th from 5-7:30pm CT! Learn how DePaul’s graduate programs can help you level up personally, professionally, and academically🎓✨Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4zT3Z63

10/06/2026

The application window for the CDM Scholarship Program - which provides funding to current, continuing students in CDM - is now open! Learn more about available scholarships and apply by November 8. https://bit.ly/47Djdj9

09/24/2026

We’re happy to announce the expanded DePaul Cinema Studios Full-Tuition MFA Scholarship! This scholarship is awarded to one exceptional student in each degree program: MFA Film and Television Directing, MFA Animation, MFA Creative Producing, and MFA Screenwriting. All students who submit a complete application to an eligible degree program by the priority deadline of December 15 will automatically be considered for this scholarship. Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/4rxMk0D

09/23/2026

Interdisciplinary teams of students designed digital, analog and hybrid location-based experiences centering the histories of the people of Graceland Cemetery in the course Playful Narratives, part of DePaul’s Hidden Narratives at Graceland Cemetery initiative. Learn more about the course and play their immersive games: https://bit.ly/47eBAuE

Students in the course Playful Narratives developed analog and digital games that combine the rich history of Graceland Cemetery with location-based play.

09/16/2026

In Jay Cunningham’s RAISE Lab, student researchers build human-centered AI systems that prioritize equity, community voices and accountability. Learn more in this Q&A with Cunningham, assistant professor in the School of Computing.
https://bit.ly/46Ywen5

09/08/2026

“Every day, I was challenged to think in new ways. From conceptual thinking and developing photo styles to art direction and creating a wireframe that successfully articulates the client's story while making it visually captivating.”

Jordyn Wolf (BFA Graphic Design ‘26) reflects on what she learned working on real client projects while interning at One Design.

If you've ever wondered what school might leave out about working in a studio, read on for perspective from recent DePaul University graduate Jordyn Wolf.

08/27/2026

🚆🎮 All Aboard! Earlier this month, 100 game developers, designers, artists and programmers traveled to DePaul’s Loop campus for the inaugural Junction Jam. Many participants from out-of-state arrived in Chicago via Amtrak (jamming along the way!), reinforcing the event’s unique train-inspired theme.

Participants worked in teams and solo, creating a number of games during the 2-day jam that can be played now. The event was co-organized by CDM, Global Game Jam, IGDA Chicago, the Nice Games Alliance, and Amber Waves of Games. We loved bringing Midwest developers together to engage, create, and play!

Read more: https://bit.ly/4hYdjj8

08/25/2026

We’re proud to announce that two alumni filmmakers received a production support package valued at $100,000 to advance their projects, as part of the School of Cinematic Arts’ inaugural Alumni Vision Fund.

Learn more about George Ellzey (MFA ‘23) and Johanna Unden (MFA ‘25) and their proofs-of-concept: https://tinyurl.com/4e8e9278

DePaul University’s School of Cinematic Arts has named filmmakers George Ellzey Jr. (MFA in Film and Television Directing ’23) and Johanna Unden (MFA in Film and Television Directing ’25) as the inaugural recipients of the SCA Alumni Vision Fund.

08/20/2026

Last month, the DePaul iD Lab held its third annual AI Camp for high school students in collaboration with Abbott. During the four-week camp, students had the opportunity to connect with professionals and visit leading organizations, gaining a firsthand look at how AI is being applied across different industries. Over the course of the camp, students worked alongside their mentors to develop AI projects. They presented their projects at the final showcase, sharing the solutions they built and reflecting on their learning.

08/18/2026