Welcome To UPE DePaul!
Recognizing academic excellence in the information and computing disciplines since 2003
Who We Are
DePaul University’s chapter of Upsilon Pi Epsilon represents an international honor society recognizing scholastic achievements at the Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media. Our student-driven executive board strives to bring more awareness of the information and computing disciplines in collaboration with the student body through social engagement and academic events.
How We Started
DePaul University’s Upsilon Pi Epsilon Chapter was established in 2003 by Dr. Daniela Raicu. With over 2,000 members, it is one of the largest chapters in the nation.
One word we embody here at UPE is “expanding”.
We are passionate about spreading the endless potential that the computer science field has to offer, through our events and social media presence, to all of its students that are intrigued in or majoring in the Information and Computing Disciplines.
What We Do
Since we are an honor society within DePaul University, we embrace its credo, “I will show you the way of wisdom.”
We provide all of our students the ‘wisdom’ to grow and thrive within the information and computing disciplines by fostering an environment that aides in a student’s knowledge by providing them insight into the technology world, industry and academia, alike.
We demonstrate our values, with the undying public service by our UPE Executive Board, our collaborations with other student organizations, and interactions we engage in throughout the year.
In the past, the local UPE DePaul Chapter has participated in a range of events, from informative events about funding for graduate students, speakers from companies in the Chicagoland area, research symposiums, to student social events and panel discussions.
How You Can Join
To become a member of the Upsilon Pi Epsilon Honor Society at DePaul University, students are invited via email, at the end of the academic winter quarter. The requirements to be a member are as follows:
- For Undergraduates:
- 69 credit hours completed
- GPA of 3.5/4.0
- For Graduates:
- 24 credit hours completed
- GPA of 3.75/4.0
*There is a one-time initiation fee of $95.00 to become a member of the Upsilon Pi Epsilon Honor Society.
For more information, please visit our FAQs page, here.
Upcoming Events
Executive Board
DePaul’s UPE Executive Board
President
Hi! My name is Marija Stojanoska. I’m currently majoring in computer science, with a passion for artificial intelligence and sustainable computing. I am dedicated to fostering a collaborative and enriching environment for our members and I’m focused on creating opportunities for collaboration and professional development within our society. I’m excited to work alongside our team to launch initiatives that inspire innovation and recognize academic excellence in computing. One fun fact about me is that I moved to the US about 6 years ago!
Treasurer
Hi, my name is Amela Perazic and I am the treasurer for UPE! I am a junior here at DePaul and I am majoring in Computer Science with a Software Development concentration! In my personal time I love spending time with my family, crocheting/knitting, and baking!
Vice President
Hi! My name is Jay Gallegos (they/he). I am a Computer Science major. I value minorities and LGBTQ in tech and want to create software that is accessible and convenient for all.
I love crocheting, photography, and pet photos! Send some my way or reach me at agalle29@depaul.edu
Data Anaylst
Sue Yang is a graduate student majoring in Data Science, with a strong passion for data analytics and visualization. She is leveraging her analytical skills to promote UPE events and enhance student engagement.
Web Admin
Hello, my name is Tania Lopez. I am an MSCS student at DePaul University serving as Web Admin for DePaul’s UPE Chapter. My journey into tech has been fueled by curiosity, creativity, and a drive to build meaningful software that solves real problems for people. I have a passion for fullstack development. When I’m not coding, you’ll find me rock climbing, watching reality competition shows, or enjoying live music.
Web Admin
I’m Abhinav Mishra, a senior majoring in Computer Science at DePaul University, set to graduate in November 2025. My interests include web development, software architecture, and artificial intelligence. As the Web Administrator on the UPE board, I manage and maintain the organization’s website.
Web Admin & Events Committee Chair
I am Mohammed Saalim Kartapillai. I serve as a web admin and events committee chair for UPE. I also created an AI interview simulation (https://hackdepaul-mockmate.vercel.app/) that won first prize at the 2025 DePaul Data Science Hackathon and actively contribute to open-source projects like Microsoft’s PowerToys and Polly.
Graphics Designer
Hello DePaul, my name is John Roman-Rodriguez. He/him pronouns. I’m a Computer Science major, double minoring in Creative Writing and Animation. Outside of academia I spend my time developing fictional project ideas, watching old television, and digital painting. Feel free to reach out to me at my school email: iromanro@depaul.edu.
Outreach / Discord
Hi there, my name is David Oh and I’m a second-year graduate student. My interests include working with data-intensive systems and exploring web development and architecture. I also enjoy automating everyday tasks to free up more time for the things I love. As Discord Admin, I’m excited to strengthen communication within UPE by ensuring members stay connected and notified promptly, while also helping bridge our alumni network with our current chapter. Fun Fact: I studied philosophy as an undergraduate. Beyond that, I enjoy late-night drives, building projects, boxing, and much more.
Secretary
Hi! My name is Sasha Hassall and I’m majoring in cybersecurity with minors in computer science and data science. I love exploring how technology can solve complex problems and create opportunities for growth, and I’m committed to making our community a space where people feel inspired to share ideas and support each other. One fun fact about me is that I have figure skated competitively for 17 years, and now I coach and skate recreationally!
Consigliere
My name is Andrew Green, and I am alumni of DePaul University. I received my Master’s of Science in Cyber Security in 2023. My interests include playing video games and fantasy sports. In the past, a hobby I had was performing statistical analysis of professional sports games in order to spot potential opportunities for financial gains.
Faculty Advisor
Roselyne Tchoua is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computing, DePaul University.Dr. Tchoua received her PhD in computer science from the University of Chicago, focusing on Hybrid Human Machine Scientific Information Extraction and working with materials science data specifically. During her graduate studies, she collaborated with scientists at the UChicago Institute of Molecular Engineering and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to extract polymer names and properties from the literature.
Faculty Advisor
Alexandru Iulian Orhean is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science in the School of Computing at the Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media at DePaul University. He received his PhD in Computer Science in 2023 from Illinois Institute of Technology under Professor Ioan Raicu. He received his BS in Computer Science in 2016 from University Politehnica of Bucharest.
Founder, DePaul UPE Chapter
Daniela S. Raicu is a Professor of School of Computing, College of Computing and Digital Media at DePaul University, Chicago. She is the co-director of the Medical Informatics and the Intelligent Multimedia Processing Laboratories. Daniela is also the Director of the Data Mining and Predictive Analytics Center at DePaul. Daniela holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Oakland University, Michigan, a M.A. in Computer Science from Wayne State University, Michigan, and a B.S. in Mathematics from University of Bucharest, Romania. She also serves on the National Executive Council of the Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE) honor society in Computer and Information Sciences since 2008.