Asher Klein

Local, well-reviewed band gets NME nod

by Asher Klein

U of C-tied band The Smith Westerns named the fifth best band of 2010 so far, probably due in part to good press. Now with UPDATES!

Updated: Student dies in Virginia car crash

by Asher Klein

Another student was injured in the Saturday crash that claimed the life of fourth-year Ian Cumings.

Poll: When does finals week need to end?

by Asher Klein

If you could, when would you stop finals week, and why?

Shoplifting trend means Bart Mart, Midway Market close early

by Asher Klein

The stores will close at midnight through Thursday due to concerns over the safety of store staff, after spike in aggressive, drunken shoplifting.

Matt Bogen

MFIRE plan renews faculty clash with admin

by Asher Klein and Christina Pillsbury

CORES fears this development is indicative of a larger corporatization of the University.

Obama's library online??

by Asher Klein

President Obama should really have his library here, at the University of Chicago!

Matt Bogen

Renovation plans for MFI spook faculty

by Asher Klein

The University has commissioned Ann Beha Architects, a Boston firm, to renovate the building that houses the Chicago Theological Seminary.

SG funds vans for RSO rental

by Asher Klein

Student Government (SG) has allocated funds from the Student Activities Fee and SG budget to lease two vans starting next academic year.

SG to acquire vans

by Asher Klein

Recently-elected slate Next Generation has allocated funding for two vans to be used by athletics groups, RSOs, and others.

Ad hoc committee to probe policy fixes after Reg arrest

by Asher Klein

The committee, also co-chaired by Graduate Liaison to the Board of Trustees Toussaint Losier, is slated to work over the course of a year to advise administrators on a slew of policy changes to prevent similar conditions to those that led to Dawson’s arrest.

Darren Leow

Scav: Fourth win makes it a Snell-Hitchcock dynasty

by Asher Klein

Snell-Hitchcock was crowned victor of Scav for the fourth time running, the first such streak in 24 years of hunting.

Courtesy of the University of Chicago

Max Palevsky, 85, dies of heart attack

by Asher Klein

The alum (Ph.B. '48, S.B. '48) and former trustee of the University died in his Beverley Hills home, his wife told the L.A. Times. Palevsky has a dormitory, a theater in Ida Noyes Hall, and a University professorship named after him. He also donated millions of dollars to encourage faculty excellence and improve student life.

Veteran trustee picked to head UCMC Board

by Asher Klein

Rodney L. Goldstein has served on the Board for 18 years and was vice-chair under James S. Crown, the interim chair of the Board.

Jake Grubman

At Summer Breeze, Illmatic is the move

by Asher Klein

Nas, Damian Marley, and the Dirty Projectors are set to perform at the May 15 concert, which will this year feature a DJ and a Fire Escape film.

Jake Grubman

Nas to headline Summer Breeze

by Asher Klein

He'll round out the May 15 show, which features the Dirty Projectors and Damian Marley.

After vote, new SG position takes shape

by Asher Klein

Seventy-two percent of the 2,350 students who voted in the Student Government (SG) election were in favor of creating the liaison position. The liaison will communicate with city alderpeople/aldermen, state representatives, community members, and the University’s Office of Civic Engagement.

Not cool: the U of C tops HuffPo's Anti-Party list

by Asher Klein

Huffington Post's list, the anti-Playboy's TOP 10 Party Schools, tallies "places where serious study and gentle fun reign."

Matt Bogen

Teamsters rally to demand better contract

by Asher Klein

Campus workers from Teamsters held a two-site rally Wednesday denouncing a University-offered contract the union rejected April 16.

Courtesy of Pamela Villa

Executive Slate: Next Generation

by Asher Klein

Though they are running largely unopposed, Next Generation is making some serious campaign promises, including a 10-point plan for their first 30 days in office.

Undergraduate Liaison: Frank Alarcon

by Asher Klein

First-year College Council representative Frank Alarcon is running a “pragmatic campaign” for undergraduate liaison to the Board of Trustees.

No more midnight breakfasts in Hutch, for now

by Asher Klein

Though many stopped by Hutch Commons for late-night dining last week, it wasn’t enough to prove the program could sustain itself.

Camille van Horne

Church and estate

by Asher Klein

St. Stephen's Church was placed on the market in early April after being reposessed.

Arts Pass allows free entry to Art Institute

by Asher Klein

The UChicago Arts Pass provides discounts, memberships, and special offers at a total of 27 cultural organizations in Chicago.

Students publicize demands for University over student arrest

by Asher Klein

A group of students is advocating for a more precise response to the arrest of fourth-year Mauriece Dawson on the part of the University, which issued a report the group claims did not address systemic problems.

If it's too loud, you're too old

by Asher Klein

Smith Westerns' energy and talent show the kids are all right

Camille van Horne

Rasmussen: NATO needs more flexibility

by Asher Klein

NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen argued for a more flexible, more engaged NATO as the end of the mission in Afghanistan comes into view

Report on student arrest outlines policy changes

by Asher Klein

The University apologized over the February arrest of fourth-year Mauriece Dawson and announced a series of policy changes to prevent a similar incident in an announcement Friday.

Lloyd Degrane

Professor Neil Guterman to serve as SSA dean

by Asher Klein

Guterman will begin his five-year term on July 1, succeeding current SSA Dean Jeanne C. Marsh, who has served as dean for 16 years.

Jake Grubman

Tuition to increase 4.2 percent next academic year

by Asher Klein

Next year’s undergraduate tuition will cost $40,188, up from $38,550 this year. The total cost of education will rise by just over $2,000, to $53,244, with $13,056 devoted to room and board, and other fees.

UPDATED: Lab Schools senior killed biking, two others injured

by Asher Klein

One Lab Schools senior was killed and two other injured while biking in Southern Illinois, according to media reports. The students were struck by a mini-van.

Darren Leow

Arrest uproar prompts forum, answers from admins

by Asher Klein

Administrators outlined preliminary steps yesterday to remedy percieved racial profiling within the UCPD and to revise Library behavior policy and protocol in how staff ask for ID

Darren Leow

Packed forum presses admins on Reg arrest

by Asher Klein

Concerns over other potential cases of racial profiling dominated proceedings. Administrators had few specific answers to attendees' questions, citing three ongoing investigations.

Student arrest forum live blog coverage

by Asher Klein

The Maroon live blogged the forum, held in response to last week's A-level arrest.

China Center gets director as U of C plans for India

by Asher Klein

The Beijing Center will serve as a jumping-off point for deeper interaction between institutions in China at a time when few universities have the resources to expand internationally, President Robert Zimmer said in an interview. A committee is looking into creating a similar center in India.

Newsom plays conductor to Have One on Me's multiple movements

by Asher Klein

Out of many disparate elements, One album emerges

Student arrested in Reg

by Asher Klein

While UCPD claimed the student was charged because he refused to show officers his identification or leave the library for unruly behavior, witnesses deny that police asked the student for ID or that the student was causing a disturbance.

SG appoints Losier graduate liaison

by Asher Klein

History graduate student Toussaint Losier will attend next week's Student and Campus Life Trustee committee meeting.

Darren Leow

Graduate liaison resigns after proxy rejected

by Asher Klein

Joe Bonni stepped down last week, unable to attend this quarter's trustee meeting because his field work will send him abroad. He objected to liaisons being “held to the same standard of responsibilities and obligations regarding proxies” as trustees, while not being given the same privileges.

Haiti puts hospital’s global outreach in the spotlight

by Asher Klein

“You can think of it as what the University of Chicago can do for the rest of the world,” GHI coordinator Jimin Kim said.

Courtesy of The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools

Two sites proposed for Lab Schools addition

by Asher Klein

The plans call for an early education–specific building to be constructed on the school’s current campus at 59th Street and Dorchester Avenue or on the site of the Doctors Hospital, at 58th Street and Stony Island Avenue.

Camille van Horne

Uncommon Interview with Sara Olkon

by Asher Klein

The Maroon sat down with Sara Olkon to discuss the news cycle, news reporting, and, well, the news.

UCMC team relieves doctors in devastated Haiti

by Asher Klein

“It’s hard to wrap your brain around the level of devastation,” said a doctor who landed in Chicago last night, one of the original eight staffers who left last month.

Jeremy Martin

Zimmer dating professor after split with wife

by Asher Klein

President Robert Zimmer is dating a faculty member after separating from his wife and moving out of the President’s house in September.

Lupe fiasco: Hackers spoil MAB’s Summer Breeze poll

by Asher Klein

The poll, run by PollDaddy.com, received over 6,000 responses by Thursday night; Summer Breeze garners an annual attendance of around 2,000 each year.

Fox Host O'Reilly Compares South Side to Haiti

by Asher Klein

On the road with Glenn Beck Saturday, Bill O'Reilly compared the South Side of Chicago to Haiti.

Teamsters discuss University overtures in contract talks

by Asher Klein

Union will demand less wasteful spending, not just salary increases, in future rallies

Admin seeks to end contract posturing, union skeptical

by Asher Klein

The University’s current contract with Teamsters Local 743 expires February 28, and negotiations are underway.

Doctors Hospital could make way for new Lab School building

by Asher Klein

If approved, the ECC would be designed exclusively for students through the second grade, University spokesman Steve Kloehn said.

"Slumdog" was Hyde Park's favorite movie in 2009

by Asher Klein

The northern-half of Hyde Park Netflixed "Twilight" a little more than did the southern-half, according to data put up by the New York Times.

Out of the stacks, back to the newsstands

by Asher Klein

For the last two years, fourth-year Jackie Todd has been trying to get ahold of the student body. A naked student body, to be precise, in an attempt to resurrect dormant porn mag.

Camille van Horne

Cobb Gate, sidewalk repairs unfinished after winter break

by Asher Klein

The work is part of an initiative to meet accessibility codes on the main quads.

After 10 years, Booth School dean to step down in June

by Asher Klein

Snyder oversaw a faculty expansion, the construction of the Charles M. Harper Center, and the school’s renaming.

Kim Goff-Crews and the reshaping of the U of C

by Asher Klein

A top administrator brings her own approach to changing student life

Darren Leow

Protesters call for gefilte fish at Latke-Hamantash Debate

by Asher Klein

“There’s a big, wide world out there of Jewish side dishes," one protestor said. "Latkes and hamantashen are not the end of the line.”

U of C clinic offers H1N1 vaccines to those at risk

by Asher Klein

The one-day clinic, on 60th Street and Ellis Avenue from 12 to 4 p.m., will provide 600 to 800 vaccines, according to University spokesman Steve Kloehn.

Alex Gleckman

Obama campaign manager talks strategy

by Asher Klein

David Plouffe, on tour for his book The Audacity to Win, looked back on what has been called one of the best-run presidential bids in American history.

Econ prof appointed director of Milton Friedman Institute

by Asher Klein

Economics professor Lars Peter Hansen was appointed director of the Milton Friedman Institute for Research in Economics (MFI) last week. Hansen headed the faculty committee that proposed the MFI and was its acting director from its inception in July 2008.

Camille van Horne

C-Bench meeting civil, despite hype

by Asher Klein

Many showed up expecting a "rumble" between athletes and smokers after e-mails suggested a movement to "take back" the C-Bench.

H1N1 symptoms, and vaccines, hit campus

by Asher Klein

“For the first time, we’re starting to get indications that there are flu-like illnesses on campus,” University spokesman Steve Kloehn said.

Former city planner and student joins Office of Civic Engagement

by Asher Klein

Former city planner Arnold Randall Jr. (X ’94) was appointed a director in the Office of Civic Engagement last week. Randall will oversee University construction projects that overlap with public property, such as the Harper Court redevelopment project.

Daniel Sellon

Medical Center building evacuated for lots of smoke, a little fire

by Asher Klein

The fire was ignited by embers that fell into a seventh-floor storage space due to work being done on the roof, according to Fire Department spokesman Quention Curtis.

Transportation director leaves U of C

by Asher Klein

Transportation director Brian Shaw left the University Friday for unknown reasons, after weeks of student complaint regarding his overhauled UchicaGO transportation plan. Hundreds of students expressed dissatisfaction with the transportation system after this summer’s major retooling of the bus system left many disappointed.

Medical Center gets its first swine flu vaccines

by Asher Klein

There does not appear to be an urgent need for the vaccine at the University yet, as there have not been any clustered outbreaks of flu-like symptoms in the campus community, according to University spokesman Steve Kloehn.

Shuttles to run later after UchicaGO tweak

by Asher Klein

“Based on the first two weeks of rider data," Kloen wrote, "the shuttle routes have been adjusted to extend hours on Friday and Saturday, when there is more demand late, while reducing frequency on Saturday and Sunday, when overall ridership is down,” he said, in a message copied to the transportation listhost.

Econ profs help lead $10 million early education initiative

by Asher Klein

Run by two U of C economics professors, the multi-year program will look into what makes a good learning environment.

Northwestern Edges out U of C for Best University

by Asher Klein

In a vote on NBC.com, the University of Chicago lost the title of "Best University" to Northwestern, 49-51.

Shane Coughlan

The things they carried (out of the Shoreland)

by Michael Lipkin and Asher Klein

Fifty or so students and bargain-hunters were allowed back into the Shoreland one last time Saturday afternoon to take whatever they could haul out of the former dorm, in preparation for MAC Property Management’s disposal of most of the historic hotel’s furniture.

Early Olympics loss beats students to class

by Asher Klein

Many expected the first family’s surprise visit to the Copenhagen deliberations would ensure Chicago’s position as a top contender and planned on turning to their media outlet of choice around 11:30 a.m., when the final winner would be announced. Instead, the city’s bid was eliminated in the first round of voting, by 10:30 a.m.

New federal security program introduced at International House

by Asher Klein

Training focused on calming violence-prone students

CTA buses scrapped, UchicaGO under fire for overburdened shuttle service

by Asher Klein

“I don’t understand how you can build a new multi-million dollar dorm, have a coffee shop in it that runs from 7 to 3 a.m. every day, and not have transportation for the students.”

Chicago Loses Olympic Bid

by Asher Klein

Earlier in the morning than many expected, Chicago was knocked out of the running to host the 2016 Olympics.

Courtesy of Wikipedia

Medical Center union signs contract after near-unanimous rejection over the summer

by Asher Klein

Votes reverse after pay and health benefits improve.

Former FIJI president sues University over alledgedly tainted suspension

by Asher Klein

After last December's fight, dust still hasn't settled over the suspended student's disciplinary record.

Chicagoan Cries Foul at Claims of U of C Douchebaggery

by Asher Klein

Hard hitting blogging from your Maroon News Blog.

Recession Specialist: The Myth of the Bad Bad Business School

by Asher Klein

The Maroon's "UChicago in the news about the recession" blog.

Protesters Decry Hospital's Commitment to Streeterville Patients

by Asher Klein

The group gathered to denounce what it percieved as a pro-wealthy bias in its coverage

Courtesy of Wikipedia

Union Rejects New Contract with Hospital

by Asher Klein

The union seeks renewed negotiations after voting no on a contract that it says did not reflect the hospital's economic performance.

IHC recommends SCC make room for more appointments

by Asher Klein

In an IHC survey, students reported problems scheduling appointments, staff that trivialized patients’ symptoms, and a lack of privacy at the front desk.

Recession Specialist: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Bailout

by Asher Klein

Besides enveloping narrative and evocative setting, what sets great fantasy apart from the merely weird or silly is a grounding in issues pertinent to the real world.

Camille van Horne

Hyde Park church languishes after decade of disuse

by Asher Klein

The state of Saint Stephen’s Church, which has sat broken and boarded-up on East 57th Street and South Blackstone Avenue for more than 10 years, is a product of a contractor caught in a bind between funding, zoning laws, and a deal with a neighbors’ group. While a neighborhood group negotiated a deal to encourage development, a University professor stymies progress.

CCSR Chief John Easton confirmed by Senate for Dept. of Ed. Role

by Asher Klein

Easton will be in charge of organizing the Department of Education's research projects.

Alleged University employee charged with Hyde Park robbery

by Asher Klein

Chicago Police officers arrested an alleged University of Chicago employee early Thursday morning suspected of mugging a young man earlier that night.

SG representatives clash with administration over fee change

by Asher Klein and Graison Hensley-Chapman

Student Government criticized the administration's move to consolidate student fees, as well as its transparency in making that decision. While Vice President for Campus Life Kim Goff-Crews met with the cabinet twice this year, she said she was not looking for substantive input. "The conversation did break down more than we would have liked," SG President and fourth-year Matt Kennedy said.

Nimocks trades UCPD leadership for new community outreach role

by Asher Klein

Lynch, as new UCPD chief, already working with city police on increasing South Campus safety

Scav Hunt, Shoreland's Last Stand: Trouble?

by Asher Klein

Trouble?

Scav Hunt, Shoreland's Last Stand: Where's Jim?

by Asher Klein

Also, where's the list?

Shahzad Ahsan

Two Medical Center employees deemed probable swine flu victims

by Asher Klein

The two employees who had no patient contact are said to be resting at home and recovering.

Housing and Dining office to eliminate jobs, hours in latest cuts

by Asher Klein

Gutman: Residence hall councils should use “creative abilities” when spending money after 25 percent cutbacks

Former Director of Argonne Laboratory Elected Chairman of Bank of America

by Asher Klein

After its director stepped down, Dr. Walter E. Massey was elected Chairman of Bank of America by its shareholders.

Possible Case of Swine Flu Reported at Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine

by Asher Klein

Swine flu may have hit campus.

U of C preps for chance of swine flu outbreak

by Asher Klein

The University is taking steps to safeguard against an outbreak of swine flu on campus, canceling all of Monday and Tuesday’s routine appointments at the Student Care Center (SCC) in order to focus on screening and testing for the disease.

The Recession Specialist: Merge Together, Right Now, Over Me

by Asher Klein

In today's edition, Steve Kaplan tells us why corporate finance will be fine, guys, really.

Sharat Ganapati

Renovated Searle to be eco-friendly after “total gut rehab”

by Asher Klein

Like the rest of the building, the labs have been designed to make as much use of natural light as possible, in part as an improvement over the look and feel of the old building, as well as for environmental considerations.

Matt Bogen

SG election guide: United Progress

by Asher Klein

Casting itself as a politically savvy slate—despite having only underclassmen on its ticket—United Progress (UP) promises it has the know-how to make SG more accessible to the students it serves.

Tom Tian

Admin to consider new CTA route, shuttle service

by Asher Klein

New transportation system UchicaGO could use GPS in buses to text arrival times to students

University of Chicago ranked 3rd in Media Exposure

by Asher Klein

University of Chicago ranks third most covered in global media, after Harvard and Columbia, according to research group Global Lanuage Monitor (GLM).

Obama taps Easton for education post

by Asher Klein

Easton, who is currently director of the University’s Consortium on Chicago School Research (CCSR), has garnered wide recognition for his work in helping to reform the Chicago Public School (CPS) system.

Chris Salata

Tuition rises 4.5 percent

by Asher Klein

The University called the rise in tuition and total costs “the smallest in more than a decade” in the press release in which they were announced. However, when compared with the rate of inflation, real costs are higher than they have been in at least four years.

Post-party incidents from winter quarter challenge fraternity freedom

by Asher Klein

The University’s silence on last quarter’s alleged sexual assault at Alpha Delta Phi and an altercation involving a knife at Phi Gamma Delta has raised questions about the University’s level of control over fraternities.

University appoints cancer expert as new medicine chairman

by Asher Klein

Vokes, an international authority on head, neck, and lung cancer who developed new approaches to cancer treatment, was appointed chairman of the Department of Medicine.

Provost announces 5 percent budget cuts

by Asher Klein

The University is cutting its budget by about five percent, administrators announced Tuesday, citing the performance of the University’s endowment as the most significant cause. The endowment has fallen about 30 percent in the past year.

Chris Salata

Bill Ayers speaks to student conference, advocates “moral life” of an activist

by Asher Klein

Ayers and a panel of Chicago activists addressed the challenges facing activists and the benefits of collaboration.

Phi Gamma Delta arrested after fight with two fellow brothers, no charges filed

by Asher Klein

Goff-Crews on FIJI incident: Violence cannot be tolerated

Chris Salata

Oliver’s British invasion conquers Mandel Hall

by Asher Klein

Daily Show correspondent John Oliver’s brand of newsy British humor, on brilliant display at Mandel Hall Saturday night, has made him a favorite of the fake news show and has played a big part in its revival.

Shane Coughlan

Loyal customers could see Hyde Park through slow times

by Asher Klein

Despite tough times, Hallowed Grounds finds business upturn as regulars supply social atmosphere

Final stimulus package contains less aid to research and higher ed, but billions remain

by Asher Klein

Scott Sudduth, associate vice president for federal relations, singled out Fermilab as being “among the big winners.”

Aramark workers credit student activism in record pay raise

by Asher Klein

Dining workers’ union thanks student groups for public show of support during wage negotiations

Desire to apply economic expertise to solve real problems inspires Wheelan’s run

by Asher Klein

For a guy running for Congress, it isn’t hard to get in touch with Charlie Wheelan. Call his office and, while the voice on the other end of the line doesn’t have the sobriety one might expect from someone with his résumé, it’s him, not a campaign worker or a volunteer. Yet, despite his carefree tone, one gets the sense not just that he knows what he’s talking about, but that he’s discussing all sides of the issue.

Despite rise in Chicago crime, area statistics show improvement

by Asher Klein

Crime is down in Hyde Park and Kenwood for the second year in a row even as it increases throughout Chicago, according to statistics gathered by the University of Chicago Police Department.

Student Government passes new RSO-funding guidelines

by Asher Klein

SGFC unanimously passed an updated set of guidelines RSO funding which will serve as a reference for both SG and RSOs seeking funding, but will not have the force of bylaws, which dictate SGFC’s actions.

Gender-neutral housing approved for2009 quarter after two years of debate

by Asher Klein

Open Housing pilot program will allow opposite sexes to live in dorm rooms together

Chris Salata

Election night on campus: food, flags and Obama love

by Asher Klein

Campus was festive on election night - even the bust of John D. Rockefeller was decked out in big, red, white and blue earrings.

Election Night Ice Cream

by Asher Klein

Voting isn't the only thing causing big lines today.

Residents toss Plato, run with Liebniz at Shorelympics

by Asher Klein

With the Shoreland living out its last year as a University dorm, some spent the weekend adding fanfare to the farewell. Shoreland housing staff and residents held the first—and last—Shorelympics on Saturday, honoring the storied former hotel with a day of festivities.

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