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09/20/2016
This trail opening is an awesome opportunity for some mid-week exploring, especially while the weather is so nice!
North Branch Trail Spur Opens Wednesday: Why This 2-Mile Path Is A Big Deal The trail extension creates a connector for epic rides from the lakefront to the Botanic Garden.
09/20/2016
Check out these awesome illustrations of landmarks throughout Chicago's neighborhoods- Do you have a favorite?
How Many Of These Chicago Landmarks Do You Know? No "Bean"-style gimmes.
Happy first day of classes DePaul! After a brief hiatus, we look forward to exploring Chicago with you this year.
Looking for a fun city-related course to take during your time at DePaul? Please consider enrolling in Geography 331, Chicago: Spatial Anatomy of a Metropolis. Additional students are currently needed to keep the course running. This is a great class for exploring Chicago, with many field trips to points around the city.
09/26/2013
Iconic Wicker Park High Rise to Become Boutique Hotel The Coyote Building is finally being transformed into a hotel after years of plans falling through the cracks.
Just a reminder that our first meeting will be tonight, at 6 PM in the Richardson Library hallway. Hope to see you there!
Hi all! First meeting, this Thursday at 6 PM, Richardson Library hallway. Come help us plan some exciting excursions this quarter!
09/23/2013
The Chicago Architecture Foundation has released its site list for Open House Chicago, October 19-20. Great opportunity to see and explore Chicago's great buildings!
http://www.openhousechicago.org/sites/
Open House Chicago - Site List The commercial heart of Chicago has undergone a dramatic transformation during the past three decades. Downtown has been marked by an increasing diversity of building types and uses as well as a steady increase in the number of full-time residents and university students. Famous worldwide for its in...
Former DePaul Geography professor will be speaking this Friday on the topic of GIS careers and graduate programs. Great opportunity!
06/24/2013
Critics Say Chicago Shouldn’t Aid DePaul Arena With Schools Closing A proposal to build a $173 million arena with public and private money has upset critics who prefer the city stave off school closures.
06/19/2013
So excited for !
The official plans for The 606/Bloomingdale Trail were unveiled last night -- along with details about street closures and construction.
The 2.7 mile park will include a skate park, event center and an observatory designed to line up with the setting sun.
More details/photos here: http://dnain.fo/11Oc2ee
06/12/2013
Public transportation geeks, rejoice! We bring you 10 things you may not have known about the Red Line reconstruction project.
Public transportation geeks, rejoice! We bring you 10 things you may not have known about the Red Line reconstruction project.
http://dnain.fo/13CjiLG