Navigating Your DePaul University Experience: A Guide to myDePaul and Key Resources

DePaul University provides a comprehensive online ecosystem designed to support students throughout their academic journey. This article serves as a guide to understanding and utilizing the essential tools and resources available, including the myDePaul portal, Campus Connect, D2L (Brightspace), and other vital platforms.

Introduction to myDePaul

myDePaul, accessible at my.depaul.edu, is the university's internal portal, replacing OneDePaul as the central hub for student needs. It offers a personalized and streamlined experience, connecting students to essential information and resources.

Key Features of myDePaul:

Advising Appointments: Schedule and manage advising appointments directly through the portal.
Personalized Alerts and Notifications: Receive important updates and notifications tailored to your student profile.
Student Accounts and Financial Information: Access and manage student accounts and financial aid details.
D2L Integration: Seamlessly link to courses and learning materials within the D2L platform.
Quick Access to Student Resources: Easily find and access key student resources and support services.

Reporting Issues with myDePaul

As with any large-scale launch, occasional technical issues may arise. DePaul's teams are actively addressing any broken links or missing content, and students are encouraged to report any issues they encounter.

Getting Started as a New Student: Campus Connect

Campus Connect is a crucial platform for newly admitted students, guiding them through the enrollment process.

Steps to Enrollment via Campus Connect:

Reserve Your Spot: Declare your intent to enroll through Blue Demon Domain by May 1st.
Submit Tuition Deposit: Submit the $200 non-refundable tuition deposit through Blue Demon Domain. This deposit is credited to the student account and deducted from the bill after course registration, applying only to the admitted term. Note that students admitted after the deposit deadline or for a term other than the fall should submit their deposit within two weeks of receiving their acceptance packet.
Submit Campus Housing Agreement: While on-campus housing isn't required or guaranteed, students desiring to live on campus can apply for housing upon admission. Rooms are assigned based on the date the Housing Agreement, prepayment, and parent/guardian voucher (if necessary) are received by DePaul Housing.
Placement Tests: Placement tests for modern languages and chemistry are optional for students planning to enroll in these courses.
Premiere DePaul Orientation: Sign up for Premiere DePaul Orientation and advising appointments through Blue Demon Domain, starting in early April for students admitted to summer and fall quarters. Registration requires submitting the tuition deposit and completing any required placement processes. Orientation includes meeting classmates, campus familiarization, academic advising, and course registration. Further details are available through the Office of New Student & Family Engagement.
Apply for Financial Aid: File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based financial aid. Information about scholarships is also available.
Connect with DePaul: Engage with the university through individual appointments with admission counselors, information sessions, student panels, and campus tours. Registration is available online.
Submit Final Transcript: Ensure the institution most recently attended sends the official, final transcript as soon as it becomes available to 1 E. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604. Self-submitted transcripts are not accepted as official. Enrollment is contingent upon satisfactory academic performance. DePaul reserves the right to revoke admission, withdraw students from courses, or institute additional requirements for reapplication if academic standards are not met or there is a significant change in character.
Provide Proof of Immunization: Comply with Illinois state law by providing proof of immunization. Detailed immunization requirements are available online.

Leveraging OneDePaul for Student Success

OneDePaul plays a vital role in supporting student success by facilitating communication and providing access to support services.

Key Functions of OneDePaul:

Feedback and Referrals: Enables instructors and advisors to send direct feedback to students regarding academic performance concerns and provide referrals to additional support services.
Student Support Resources: Includes a comprehensive list of student support offices.

Progress Surveys in OneDePaul:

OneDePaul utilizes progress surveys to monitor student engagement and identify those who may need additional support.

Beginning of the Quarter: Instructors verify student attendance in each class, replacing the Attendance Verification Process and ensuring compliance with federal financial aid regulations.
Mid-Quarter: Instructors raise alerts for students who may need extra attention, replacing the Academic Progress Report.

Accessing and Completing Progress Surveys:

Faculty members can access surveys through Campus Connect using their BlueKey credentials. Each course will have a corresponding survey link on the homepage. Comments should be directed to the student. Alerts and concerns raised are also visible to advisors within their OneDePaul portal.

Mastering D2L (Brightspace): DePaul's Learning Management System

D2L (Brightspace) is DePaul's Learning Management System (LMS), providing access to course materials, assignments, and communication tools.

Accessing D2L:

Login to D2L using BlueKey credentials. Courses are organized by quarter on the D2L Homepage. Activated courses are visible under the relevant quarter heading.

Troubleshooting Common D2L Issues:

Why don't I see a class I am registered for?

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- Check "All" Quarters: Select "All" among the academic quarter headings, then "View All Courses" and search for the course.
- Recent Registration: If registration occurred within the last 24 hours, processing may not be complete.
- Course Activation: Instructors are responsible for activating courses. Contact the instructor to inquire about activation.
- Course Start Date: The course may not be visible until it starts. Contact the instructor for clarification.
- Contact the Help Desk: If the course cannot be found after these steps, contact the Help Desk.
Why don't I see a class I was enrolled in last term?
- Navigate to Previous Term: Use the academic quarter options to navigate to the term when the class was taken.
- Instructor Deactivation: The instructor may have deactivated the course.
How do I add a video to a Submission Folder?
- Textbox Submission: Upload the video to Panopto first.
- Attachment Submission: Attach the video file as with any other file.
Why can’t I start my quiz?
- Due Date Passed: The quiz may not be available if the due date has passed.
- Quiz Not Released: Contact the instructor to see if the quiz has been released.
- Maximum Attempts Reached: Access may be denied if the maximum number of attempts has been reached.
How do I view feedback on a quiz?
- Locate Quiz Feedback: Go to the "Quizzes" area and locate the quiz. If feedback is provided, it will appear under the "Evaluation Status" column as a link that reads "Feedback: On Attempt." Select this link.
- Lockdown Browser: If the quiz uses Lockdown Browser, select the "On Attempt" link, then "Launch LockDown Browser" and "Open LockDown Browser." Select the attempt to view feedback.
Why aren't Panopto videos loading in Safari?

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- Third-Party Cookies and Incognito Mode: This is often related to the blocking of third-party cookies or using an incognito/private browser. Avoid using Safari's incognito/private browser for Panopto videos. Use Chrome or Firefox instead.

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