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Graduate Ambassadors

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 about the 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!


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Stephanie Feeney

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

"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."

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Timothy Harper

Timothy Harper

Program:Network Security

Hometown:Chicago, IL

Undergraduate Studies:University of Illinois, Urbana: English

"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."

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Savina Imrhan

Savina Imrhan

Program:Human-Computer Interaction/Online Learner

Hometown:Arlington, TX

Undergraduate Studies:Carnegie Mellon University: Computer Science

Student Organizations/Activities:Alpha Phi Omega

"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!"

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William Mortl

William Mortl

Program:Computational Finance and Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence Concentration

Undergraduate Studies:Purdue University: Physics and Computer Science

Student Organizations/Activities:Alpha Phi Omega

"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."

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Josh DaSilva

Josh DaSilva

Program:Digital Cinema

Hometown:Kalamazoo, MI

Undergraduate Studies:UW-Milwaukee: Theater Studies

Student Organizations/Activities:Digital Cinema Collaborative

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.

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Chris Giesler

Chris Giesler

Program:Human Computer Interaction

Hometown:Downers Grove, IL

Undergraduate Studies:Indiana University, Bloomington: Religious studies

"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."

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Stanislava Valeva

Stanislava Valeva

Program:Business Information Technology

Hometown:Dobrich, Bulgaria

Undergraduate Studies:UNSS, University of National & World Economy, Sofia, Bulgaria: International Tourism

"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!"

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Tinglan Yang

Tinglan Yang

Program:Computer Science

Hometown:Beijing, China

Undergraduate Studies:Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology: Automation

"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."

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Laura Floyd

Program: Predictive Analytics

Hometown: Merrillville, IN

Undergraduate Studies: DePaul University, Marketing

"I've really enjoyed my transition from marketing to the growing field of Predictive Analytics. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about DePaul or our MS PA program. I received my undergraduate degree from DePaul, as well, so I'm also happy to answer any questions you might have about living in Chicago and the university itself."
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Syed Abdul Hameed Jibran

Program: Network Engineering & Management

Hometown: Hyderabad, India

Undergraduate Studies: Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Electronics & Communications Engineering

"As an international student at DePaul, I can guide new students on how to transition to a new city and school. I have a background in Network Engineering & Management and I work in the Course OnLine department as a technician. I am involved in few student activities like the Collaborative for Multilingual Writing and Research (CMWR) program, and also have grown quite familiar with Chicago. I have had a remarkable learning experience here. I'd be happy to share my experiences and answer your questions about DePaul and Chicago."
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Jonathan Martinez

Program: Network Engineering & Management

Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico

Undergraduate Studies: DePaul University, Network Technologies

"I completed my undergraduate at DePaul in Network Technologies and I am currently pursuing a MS in Network Engineering and Management (NEM). In addition, I am a Networking tutor at CDM so feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the NEM program or any other questions that will help you become more familiar with the DePaul CDM experience."
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Angela Misch

Program: Information Systems with concentration in Information Security & Compliance

Hometown: Bartlett, IL

Undergraduate Studies: DePaul University, Communications & Psychology

"As a working mother of two I am happy to share my experiences of how I plan and balance my education alongside my commitments to my family, career and community."
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Dimitri Constantine Nicklas

Program: Computer, Information and Network Security with concentration in Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Undergraduate Studies: Northwestern University, Political Science

"As a student in CDM who earned a bachelors in the liberal arts and then transitioned to Information Systems Security I am happy to address issues a student may have about a new career choice. In addition, I also began as a Network Security student and have some insight as to what prospective students can except within the CINS department. Please feel free to contact me at any time!"
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Lynda Rollins

Program: MFA in Animation

Hometown: Crown Point, IN

Undergraduate Studies: Columbia College, Film/Video/Animation

"I am one of the first to be accepted to the MFA in Animation program after starting out in the MA, so I can answer questions you may have about both programs. I am also on the Animation Lodge Board, DePaul’s main animation-related student organization. Last, if you are a career changer, so am I, so don’t be afraid to make the jump!"
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Farooq Ali Khan

Program: Information Systems with concentration in Information Technology Management

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Undergraduate Studies: DePaul University, BS in Information Systems

"I have completed most of my Graduate level classes online and so I am able to discuss questions regarding juggling full-time work and distant learning in an efficient manner. I travel quite a bit for work and so time management is extremely important in managing competing priorities when it comes to work and school. I think the administration and faculty at DePaul provide great tools and resources for the students that they can take advantage of to be successful."
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Brea Cunningham

Program: Cinema Production

Hometown: Decatur, IL

Undergraduate Studies: Ball State University, Telecommunications/Production

"This is my second year at DePaul and being a CDM tutor has exposed me to courses not necessarily in the direct field and helped to widen my array of knowledge. On top of any CDM related question, I can touch on things such as graduate assistantships, work/school/internship balancing while maintaining an active role on projects or even experiencing what Chicago has to offer!"
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