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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon

The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon

Dean of Students in the College, Philip Venticinque in his office.
Uncommon Interview: Dean of Students in the College Philip Venticinque
Venticinque, who began his tenure in February, told the Maroon about his transition into being a dean “for” students and his efforts to raise graduation rates and proactively support students.
By Tiffany Li / April 19, 2024
ChatGPT vs. the UChicago Core
ChatGPT vs. the UChicago Core
By Josie Barboriak / March 29, 2024
Tools like ChatGPT are a type of forbidden fruit, tempting even those who wouldn’t normally fudge their assignments.
Students calling for the University to divest its endowment from fossil fuels at Divestival on April 21, 2023.
UChicago Alumni Pledge to Withhold Donations Unless Endowment Eliminates Fossil Fuel Investments
By Oliver Buntin / April 22, 2024
The group of over 100 alumni, led by UChicago for Climate Action, called on the University to join other schools in eliminating fossil fuels from their endowment.
A sticker posted on campus protesting President Paul Alivisatos’ recent meeting with the Israeli Consul General.
How Little Does Palestinian Life Matter to the University of Chicago?
By Christopher Iacovetti / April 19, 2024

My first distinct recollection about Palestine dates back to late 2014. Israel had just concluded one of its periodic massacres in Gaza, slaughtering...

The Ancient Virtues Will Not Save You
The Ancient Virtues Will Not Save You
By Nicolas Posner / April 22, 2024

In the year 4000, an explorer trudged through the swamp-choked asphalt runs that feed into Lake Michigan. In the southern reaches, a complex...

74. Take a Happy Song and Make It Worse
74. Take a Happy Song and Make It Worse
By Eli Lowe and Pravan Chakravarthy / April 16, 2024

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A sticker posted on campus protesting President Paul Alivisatos’ recent meeting with the Israeli Consul General.
How Little Does Palestinian Life Matter to the University of Chicago?
The University of Chicago's rhetoric of 'political neutrality' is a lie.
By Christopher Iacovetti / April 19, 2024
The Ancient Virtues Will Not Save You
The Ancient Virtues Will Not Save You
By Nicolas Posner / April 22, 2024

In the year 4000, an explorer trudged through the swamp-choked asphalt runs that feed into Lake Michigan. In the southern reaches, a complex...

2024 USG Endorsement: The Timing’s Just Right with “Better Slate Than Never” Slate
2024 USG Endorsement: The Timing’s Just Right with “Better Slate Than Never” Slate
The Maroon Editorial Board endorses Better Slate Than Never for Undergraduate Student Government’s executive slate, Arsima Araya for trustee and faculty governance liaison, and Andrea Pita Mendez for vice president of advocacy.
By Maroon Editorial Board / April 15, 2024
Resetting the Record
Resetting the Record
In January, a reporter asked to tell the story of my experience as a cross country athlete—but he ended up telling only half of it.
By Nora Holmes / March 24, 2024
The Maroon Weekly, E118
By Gregory Caesar, Tiffany Li, and Jake Zucker / April 16, 2024

On Episode 118, Greg and Jake are joined in the studio by Tiffany, a second-year who is joining the section. She tells us about the new contract...

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Special Series: Undergraduate Student Government, E1
By Jake Zucker, Head Podcasts Editor / April 2, 2024

On the first episode of a new mini-series covering Undergraduate Student Government (USG) here on campus, Jake talks to USG President Jefferson...

The Maroon Weekly, E117
By Celeste Alcalay, Gregory Caesar, and Jake Zucker / March 29, 2024

On Episode 117, Celeste shares her insights into new agreements reached between the administration and nurses and graduate students, averting...

So What Brings You Here: O-Week for Transfers
By Celeste Alcalay and Erica Cai / March 20, 2024

On their second episode, Celeste and Erica discuss navigating O-week as a transfer — from awkward first impressions over Zoom to extravagantly...

The Maroon Weekly, E116
By Gregory Caesar and Jake Zucker / March 20, 2024

On Episode 116, Greg and Jake discuss cultural issues facing the cross country team, more perspectives on University finances, and a recent...

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