When choosing a graduate program, it is important to get the student perspective. The CDM Student Ambassadors are a group of current graduate students who have volunteered to serve as representatives of the College of Computing and Digital Media. Ambassadors are available to answer questions for prospective students aboutthe College, the curriculum, clubs and activities and more importantly to share with you their own personal experience as a graduate student at DePaul CDM.
Contact a CDM Student Ambassador today!
Jonquil Boyd-McClure
Program: Information Systems
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Undergraduate Studies: Drake University
Contact Jonquil
"I am available to talk to students about balancing school and professional life, preparing for graduate school, living in the Loop and life in Chicago-land."
Richard Chiang
Program: Digital Cinema
Hometown: Taipei, Taiwan
Undergraduate Studies: School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Student Organizations/Activities:DePaul University Taiwanese Student Association, DePaul University OISS & ELA Social Media Specialist and Event Organizer
Contact Richard
"With a background in liberal arts and work history in a non-tech related field, I can help anyone with questions about making the transition to CDM. Feel free to contact me about DePaul University's academic structure, student life, or anything else you may have questions about."
Fouad Almakki
Program:E-Commerce Technology
Hometown:Oak Park, IL/ Saihat City, Saudi Arabia
Undergraduate Studies:DePaul University CDM: Information Technology
Student Organizations/Activities:Saudi Students Association, United Muslims Moving Ahead, DePaul International Students Organization
Contact Fouad
"It is my pleasure to assist you with any questions regarding pursuing your graduate degree here at CDM. I am also happy to talk with international students about making this transition."
Andre Burrell
Program:Software Engineering
Hometown:Kingston, Jamaica
Undergraduate Studies:Dominican University: Mathematics and Computer Science
Student Organizations/Activities:CDM Graduate Student Assistant, Math and Computer Science tutor, Soccer
Contact Andre
"As an international student at CDM I am able to discuss questions you may have regarding your transition to DePaul University. I have held a few student worker jobs at the Loop and Lincoln Park campuses and I can also provide insight into student life and activities on campus."
Stephanie Feeney
Program:Information Systems
Hometown:Chicago, IL
Undergraduate Studies:University of Michigan: Economics
Student Organizations/Activities:ACM-W, Women in Computing, Chicago Youth Centers
Contact Stephanie
"As a member of the business world who is making the transition into technology, I'm happy to speak to prospective students about questions you may have. I am also a Chicago local and pretty involved with the city so please feel free to ask about all things Chicago."
Timothy Harper
Program:Network Security
Undergraduate Studies:University of Illinois, Urbana: English
Contact Timothy
"As a graduate ambassador I look forward to helping new students to become more familiar with all that DePaul has to offer. As a working professional and student I can share many tips on how to balance work and school."
Michael Henson
Program:Software Engineering/Gaming and Entertainment Technology Concentration
Hometown:Carol Stream, IL
Undergraduate Studies:Blackburn College: Computer Science
Contact Michael
"As an adult student who returned to finish graduate school after a long break, I am well acquainted with the challenges of trying to balance school, work, family and other demands. I can share some tips that enabled me to satisfy my obligations while still allowing some time for my game development projects on the side."
Savina Imrhan
Program:Human-Computer Interaction/Online Learner
Hometown:Arlington, TX
Undergraduate Studies:Carnegie Mellon University: Computer Science
Student Organizations/Activities:Alpha Phi Omega
Contact Savina
"As a distance learning student, I can discuss the benefits and challenges of becoming a distance learning student, as well as tips on how to overcome some of those challenges. I can also discuss ways to become more active in the DePaul community, which can be difficult to do when you are unable to visit campus often. Additionally, I did relocated to Chicago after my undergrad, so I would be happy to talk to prospective students about Chicago and making the transition to the area. If anyone is relocating to the northwestern suburbs of Chicago I can also provide suggestions on place to go and things to do in the area. Please feel free to reach out to me!"
William Mortl
Program:Computational Finance and Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence Concentration
Undergraduate Studies:Purdue University: Physics and Computer Science
Contact William
"Please feel free to contact me about the masters programs in either Computational Finance or Computer Science. Also, as a full time employee and student, I'd be happy to answer work-life balance questions as well."
Josh DaSilva
Program:Digital Cinema
Hometown:Kalamazoo, MI
Undergraduate Studies:UW-Milwaukee: Theater Studies
Student Organizations/Activities:Digital Cinema Collaborative
Contact Josh
Josh da Silva received his B.A. in Theater Studies from the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. He has over 15 years of directing, producing, and art director experience. Josh's work has been featured at the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Gene Frankel Theater and the Milwaukee Performing Arts Center. More recently Josh's films have been featured at the Los Angeles Music Video Festival, the Chicago International Movie Music Festival and the Chicago Comedy Film Festival.
Kemi Duro-Emanuel
Program:IT Project Management
Undergraduate Studies:University of Lagos, Nigeria: Geography and Planning
Student Organizations/Activities:Graduate Assistant at CDM
Contact Kemi
"Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time if you have any particular questions regarding IT Project Management courses at CDM. I can also provide some nuggets of wisdom to make your DePaul University experience totally enjoyable."
Chris Giesler
Program:Human Computer Interaction
Hometown:Downers Grove, IL
Undergraduate Studies:Indiana University, Bloomington: Religious studies
Contact Chris
Stanislava Valeva
Program:Business Information Technology
Hometown:Dobrich, Bulgaria
Undergraduate Studies:UNSS, University of National & World Economy, Sofia, Bulgaria: International Tourism
Contact Stanislava
"As a student at CDM, who has earned their bachelor's degree in another country, I will be able to help you through the process of international admission when starting at DePaul University. Also, feel free to contact me with any questions regarding a transition from the financial industry to Business Information Technology and merging the fields of finance and technology. I am happy to be considered as your new friend at DePaul!"
Tinglan Yang
Program:Computer Science
Hometown:Beijing, China
Undergraduate Studies:Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology: Automation
Contact Tinglan
"I am very glad to share my experiences while studying at DePaul University. I am also happy to share information to make you more familiar with the Loop and Lincoln Park campuses."