Institute of Politics
UChicago Alum Bernie Sanders, A Progressive Icon, Enters 2020 Presidential Race
He becomes the second alumnus to enter the presidential race, after Senator Amy Klobuchar who announced her candidacy last Sunday.
NEWS/
February 19, 2019
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“You Support Genocide”: Students Protest Trustee’s Involvement in the Yemen War at Broomball Match
The students aimed to spotlight trustee James Crown’s ties to defense contractor General Dynamics, which has sold weapons to the Saudi-led coalition in the Yemen War.
NEWS/
February 17, 2019
2019 Chicago City Elections Voting Guide
Be an informed voter on February 26, courtesy of The Maroon.
FEATURE
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February 16, 2019
Federal Work-Study Funding Could Expire This Spring
The University will be responsible for independently funding work study positions if funds run dry.
NEWS/
February 13, 2019
Fifth Ward Aldermanic Endorsement: Gabriel Piemonte
Piemonte has been a rock in the community for decades.
EDITORIALS/
February 13, 2019
20th Ward Aldermanic Endorsement: Anthony Driver
Driver is experienced, passionate, and realistic about the challenges he will face in office.
EDITORIALS/
February 13, 2019
Breaking: Armed Robbery Suspects Apprehended on Campus as University Locks Down
UChicago told the campus community to stay inside as police looked for a possibly armed robber from an “off-campus” incident.
NEWS/
February 11, 2019
College Republicans Disinvite Aldermanic Candidate Accused of Sexual Assault
CR members said that leadership knew of the allegations when they first invited him, but withdrew the invitation after receiving messages and looking into court documents.
NEWS/
February 9, 2019
Community Organizer Pushes for Accountability in 20th Ward Aldermanic Campaign
Jeanette Taylor challenges the commitment her fellow candidates have to the 20th ward.
NEWS/
February 7, 2019
What Does the Mayor of Chicago Do?
The new mayor, with their substantial executive power, will have to face the consequences of Emanuel’s more unpopular decisions.
NEWS/
February 7, 2019
Chico Calls for Eliminating Clerk and Treasurer Offices, Abolishing Aldermanic Prerogative in IOP Visit
He also talked education equity and reinvesting in neighborhoods in his visit as part of the IOP’s ChiElect series.
NEWS/
February 4, 2019
At Mayoral Forum, Candidates Debate Disenfranchisement, Police Practices, Education
Participants largely agreed on voter equity, not so much on school boards.
NEWS/
January 31, 2019
Following Pipe Rupture, Residents of Ronald McDonald House Forced to Relocate
The charity is fundraising to cover relocation costs for the families.
NEWS/
February 4, 2019
Math Prof Wins Prestigious Wolf Prize for Probability Research
Gregory Lawler’s research focuses on mathematical models arising in theoretical physics.
NEWS/
February 4, 2019
Pipe Bursts and Sprinkler Issues During Polar Vortex Flooded Campus Buildings | Newsletter for February 2
Pipe bursts and sprinkler issues during polar vortex flooded campus buildings; faculty call for University to investigate firing of Lab Schools teacher; crosswords now online
NEWSLETTER/
February 2, 2019
Obama Foundation
Lawsuit Opposing Construction of Obama Center in Jackson Park to Proceed
The suit, initially expected to be thrown out, has now gained both ardent support and dissent from University faculty.
NEWS/
February 19, 2019
The Ransom Notes
Strong Singers, Stronger Bonds
Grey City Reporter Olivia Chilkoti takes a look at the thriving a cappella scene on campus, from auditions to competitions.
FEATURE
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February 18, 2019
UChicago United
Students Meet to Discuss Forming a Department of Comparative Race and Ethnic Studies
Although the University offers both a major and minor in Comparative Race and Ethnic Studies, unlike most majors there is no academic department dedicated to the field.
NEWS/
February 18, 2019
Matthew Lee
Palestinian Rights Activists Demonstrate Outside UChicago Hillel
If Not Now, a progressive Jewish organization, issued a set of demands to change Hillel’s Birthright program earlier this week.
NEWS/
February 18, 2019
Kenwood Academy Hosts Five Mayoral Candidates to Discuss Policies and Plans for CPS
Three students moderated the forum on Education and Urban Development.
NEWS/
February 18, 2019
Two Suspects Arrested on Campus After University Lockdown Charged
The 21-year-old and 16-year old allegedly participated in an armed robbery off-campus.
NEWS/
February 15, 2019
At SSA Teach-In, Activists Talk Potential Benefits of Obama Center CBA
SSA professor Eve Ewing moderated a panel that included activists from STOP and the Black Youth Project 100.
NEWS/
February 18, 2019
Oren Oppenheim
At IOP, 2020 Hopeful Pete Buttigieg Highlights Gun Safety, “Intergenerational Justice”
The 37-year-old prospective candidate has also billed himself as being in touch with a “millennial” generation faced with rising threats of climate change, internet privacy, and healthcare access.
NEWS/
February 16, 2019
UChicago Organization Circulates CBA Petition
UChicago for a CBA is a part of the Obama Community Benefits Coalition, a group of South Side community advocacy groups attempting to pass a CBA via a Chicago City Council Ordinance.
NEWS/
February 16, 2019
UChicago Professor Developing Pill for Loneliness
According to Professor Cacioppo, loneliness is not only a temporary feeling but a cognitive reality that has many physical effects on the human brain.
NEWS/
February 16, 2019
Aparna Jayashankar
Lisa Madigan, Illinois Officials Talk the State's Future Under Pritzker
The discussion revolved around some of Pritzker's biggest obstacles: the $3.2 billion budget deficit and te $133.5 billion unfunded pension liability.
NEWS/
February 14, 2019
Federal Work-Study Funding Could Expire This Spring
The University will be responsible for independently funding work study positions if funds run dry.
NEWS/
February 13, 2019
Fifth Ward Aldermanic Endorsement: Gabriel Piemonte
Piemonte has been a rock in the community for decades.
EDITORIALS/
February 13, 2019
20th Ward Aldermanic Endorsement: Anthony Driver
Driver is experienced, passionate, and realistic about the challenges he will face in office.
EDITORIALS/
February 13, 2019
Breaking: Armed Robbery Suspects Apprehended on Campus as University Locks Down
UChicago told the campus community to stay inside as police looked for a possibly armed robber from an “off-campus” incident.
NEWS/
February 11, 2019
College Republicans Disinvite Aldermanic Candidate Accused of Sexual Assault
CR members said that leadership knew of the allegations when they first invited him, but withdrew the invitation after receiving messages and looking into court documents.
NEWS/
February 9, 2019
Community Organizer Pushes for Accountability in 20th Ward Aldermanic Campaign
Jeanette Taylor challenges the commitment her fellow candidates have to the 20th ward.
NEWS/
February 7, 2019
What Does the Mayor of Chicago Do?
The new mayor, with their substantial executive power, will have to face the consequences of Emanuel’s more unpopular decisions.
NEWS/
February 7, 2019
Chico Calls for Eliminating Clerk and Treasurer Offices, Abolishing Aldermanic Prerogative in IOP Visit
He also talked education equity and reinvesting in neighborhoods in his visit as part of the IOP’s ChiElect series.
NEWS/
February 4, 2019
At Mayoral Forum, Candidates Debate Disenfranchisement, Police Practices, Education
Participants largely agreed on voter equity, not so much on school boards.
NEWS/
January 31, 2019
Following Pipe Rupture, Residents of Ronald McDonald House Forced to Relocate
The charity is fundraising to cover relocation costs for the families.
NEWS/
February 4, 2019
Math Prof Wins Prestigious Wolf Prize for Probability Research
Gregory Lawler’s research focuses on mathematical models arising in theoretical physics.
NEWS/
February 4, 2019
Pipe Bursts and Sprinkler Issues During Polar Vortex Flooded Campus Buildings | Newsletter for February 2
Pipe bursts and sprinkler issues during polar vortex flooded campus buildings; faculty call for University to investigate firing of Lab Schools teacher; crosswords now online
NEWSLETTER/
February 2, 2019
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NEW: The Maroon's free classifieds page for Hyde Park and its surrounding neighborhoods.
VIEWPOINTS
Toni Preckwinkle, the Hyde Parker Who Will Fix Chicago
The Maroon Editorial Board endorses Toni Preckwinkle for mayor because she demonstrates the political know-how and fresh ideas necessary to lead Chicago.
EDITORIALS/
February 19, 2019
COLUMN: Administrators, Face the Music
COLUMN: Sharing the Work of Diversity
OP-ED: The University’s Racist History on the South Side, and the Photo
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