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Bold & Gold 2027 Update: DePauw marks strategic progress and sets sights on additional transformations

DePauw University has issued a comprehensive midpoint update to its Bold & Gold 2027 strategic plan, detailing its transformative change rooted in the liberal arts.

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DePauw welcomes Class of 2029

The first-year residence halls are once again bursting with life after DePauw’s Class of 2029 made its long-awaited arrival on campus over the weekend.

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“The DePauw Promise” marks important university milestone 

DePauw University has taken the next major step to ensure that talented and ambitious students can access its premier liberal arts education, regardless of financial background. 

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DePauw’s liberal arts mission instills multi-dimensional skills for responding to global problems, which allows students to put their passions to good use.

Sharon Crary

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Move In
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16
Move In

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Fall Classes Begin
Aug
20
Fall Classes Begin

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Behind the Scenes: Indiana Impressionism & the Hoosier Group*
Aug
22
Behind the Scenes: Indiana Impressionism & the Hoosier Group*

The Richard E. Peeler Art Center

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Movie Night @ DePauw: Decision to Leave
Aug
27
Movie Night @ DePauw: Decision to Leave

The Richard E. Peeler Art Center

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