The following list introduces some of the technology resources that are available to students at DePaul. Additional information is available on the Information Services website (is.depaul.edu) and by searching the knowledge base at helpdesk.depaul.edu. Visit the Getting Started: Tech Checklist for students to get the most out of tech resources at DePaul.
Campus Connect
Campus Connect provides access to many of DePaul's primary services, including course registration, grades, tuition billing, transcripts, Demon Express and much more.
Computer Labs and Classrooms
There are many technology-equipped classrooms across both campuses. Technology resources range from traditional rooms for in-person participants to Zoom-enabled rooms for both in-person and remote participants. Specialty rooms exist across the university for classes with specific needs, and additional technology is available upon request.
DePaul also has computers available for use by students, faculty or staff, located in computer labs, lounges and lobbies across the campuses. Additional technology access is available to residence hall students; each residence hall is outfitted with study lounges allowing for student access to computers and printers at any time.
Ventra U-Pass
The Ventra U-Pass provides unlimited rides for eligible DePaul students on CTA buses and trains during the Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer Quarters. Students enrolled in at least 4 credit hours are eligible to receive a U-Pass, and this change now expands access to part-time students. To participate in the program, all students—both new and returning—must complete the U-Pass opt-in form each term they wish to receive the pass. Students who are not enrolled in a minimum of 4 credit hours by the last day to drop classes for the term will have their U-Pass deactivated, and the fee will be refunded to their student account.
Learn more about the U-Pass and opt-in form at go.depaul.edu/upassinfo.
Blue Demon Card
The Blue Demon Card is a mobile ID on your smartphone. The mobile ID enables access to various DePaul buildings, computer labs, printers, and libraries.
The Blue Demon Card can purchase items using your Demon Express account and meal plan. You must have your Blue Demon Card while on campus. New students receive their ID by submitting a photo online, following the steps to obtain a mobile Blue Demon Card, or visiting ID services at the Loop or Lincoln Park campuses for a physical Blue Demon Card.
Physical Blue Demon Cards will no longer be printed except for special cases. Physical cards require approval.
For more information about the mobile and physical Blue Demon Cards, please visit bluedemoncard.depaul.edu.
Demon Express
Demon Express is a prepaid debit account that is linked to your Blue Demon Card. Demon Express can be used at DePaul cafeterias, coffee shops, campus bookstores, libraries, printers, copiers, and other areas.
Desire2Learn (D2L)
D2L is an electronic course management system that enables interaction between students and faculty. D2L incorporates document sharing, discussion boards, email, an online grade book, assignment drop boxes, chat rooms, small group areas, online quizzes, and more. To log in, use your BlueKey login credentials (username@depaul.edu email address and password). If you need assistance using D2L, training is available.
Discounts
Demon Discounts provides discounted goods and services, including computer hardware and software, to DePaul students.
BlueM@il
All students are provided a BlueM@il email account (username@depaul.edu email address). Additional information is available on the Information Services website. Check out all of the ways to access your BlueM@il email account.
Printing
The Intelliprint system allows students to print from DePaul computer labs. Students use their Blue Demon Card to pay for prints and are entitled to a set amount of free printing per quarter. Additional funds can be added to Demon Express as needed. You may also print to the Intelliprint system wirelessly.
Residence Hall Technology
Lincoln Park residence hall rooms are equipped with high speed Internet connections, wireless Internet access, and free telephone connections.
Technical Support
The Help Desk is your first point of contact for technical assistance. The Help Desk provides free assistance via phone, e-mail and web for current DePaul students. We support all DePaul wireless networks, telephones, e-mail accounts and software. Please visit the web portal at helpdesk.depaul.edu, call (312) 362-8765 or email helpdesk@depaul.edu for support.
Direct, walk-up support is also available through the Genius Squad; a free tech support resource available to all current students. The Genius Squad can support desktops, laptops, phones, tablets, and other personal electronic devices. Please see go.depaul.edu/gs for more information.
Technology Training
LinkedIn Learning - DePaul students, faculty, and staff can log into linkedinlearning.com for unlimited free access to a vast online library of the instructional videos covering the latest software, creative, and business skills. Learn more about LinkedIn Learning for students.
Wireless Internet Access
Wireless internet access is available to students on all DePaul campuses.