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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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From center: U.S. Representatives Robin Kelly, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton on the debate stage at International House.
Democratic Senate Candidates Debate ICE, Campaign Funding at I-House Ahead of Primary
By Boris Archipov / February 2, 2026
Lieutenant Governor Julianna Stratton and U.S. Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly debated policy objectives and “dark money” campaign funding at I-House on January 26.
A meeting of the Derivatives Group, a quantitative finance–focused RSO, where members are learning about a financial market pricing model.
Life of the Mind to Life on Wall Street
By Vedika Baradwaj / January 28, 2026
The my.UChicago login page.
My.UChicago Vulnerability May Have Exposed Student and Staff Social Security Numbers, Grades, Birth Dates
By Jinny Kim / January 26, 2026
News
Jaqueline Stewart delivers her keynote address at the Martin Luther King, Jr.
Film Historian Jacqueline Stewart Speaks on the Power of Media at Annual MLK Celebration
By Antonia Romm / February 5, 2026
Stewart, a cinema and media studies professor, spoke about King’s use of media as a tool to bring visibility to the civil rights movement.
Chicago Expands Rideshare “Congestion Zone” Fee to Include Hyde Park
By Oliver Buntin / February 4, 2026
A University spokesperson told the Maroon that UChicago is “evaluating” whether the surcharge applies to Via pickups.
College Council Recap: Three RSOs Appeal Funding Committee Decisions, Resolution to Expand Access to Student Spaces Introduced
By Boris Archipov / February 3, 2026
College Council heard funding appeals from Voices in Your Head, Dirt Red Brass Band, and Outdoor Adventure Club during its February 2 meeting.
USG Passes Resolution Supporting Maroon Dollar Laundry Payment Option
By Derek Hsu / February 3, 2026
The resolution, proposed by first-year representative Aaron Horowitz, urges administrators to add a Maroon Dollar payment option for laundry machines in dorms.
Grey City
Students complete their sun salutations at Promontory Point on the final day of Kuvia, led by Dean of the College Melina Hale.
Definitely Not a Kuvia Survival Guide
By Anika Krishnaswamy / January 20, 2026
Grey City recounts an unathletic person’s experience of the winter staple.
“A Step Backwards”: Students and Faculty on the Arts & Humanities Restructuring
By Kaci Sziraki / January 15, 2026
Following reorganization efforts in the arts and humanities, students and faculty reflect on how proposed consolidation could affect the future of small departments and language programs.
New Website, Cramwell AI, Helps Students “Find Easy Courses and Professors” for Upcoming Quarter
By Celeste Alcalay / November 21, 2025
A free course ratings website with an AI chatbot has generated buzz among students as they pick classes for the next academic quarter.
What Information Does the University of Chicago Police Department Make Public?
By Kalyna Vickers and Grace Beatty / November 18, 2025
As a private police force, UCPD is not subject to Illinois open-records laws or extensive city oversight, unlike police at some other peer institutions.
Arts and Culture
The Loner (2025) looks out at the University of Chicago, awaiting a response. Courtesy of BOB (Robert Heishman).
Zoya Cherkassky-Nnadi Offers a Response to Our Global Political Crisis: Sex.
By Nolan Shaffer / February 4, 2026
Storyteller Patti Smith Takes Another Crack at Horses
By Ciara Balanzá / January 30, 2026
Returning to her hometown during the Horses 50th anniversary tour, Smith slips into the role of a storyteller.
Need Valentine’s Day Plans? We Have You Covered
By Nolan Shaffer, Shawn Quek, Emily Sun, Elias Buttress, Violet Conklin, Noël Da, and Alkis Karmpaliotis / January 27, 2026
The Arts and Culture editors pitch seven different Valentine’s Day itineraries.
Requiem Mass Rises From the Dead
By Deniz Kurdi / January 24, 2026
Manfred Honeck provides a fresh interpretation of Mozart’s most dramatic piece.
Sports
Jesse Ssengonzi competing for Uganda. Courtesy of UChicago Athletics.
The Unorthodox Olympic Rise of Jesse Ssengonzi
By Ishaan Verma / February 4, 2026
The men’s rugby team after winning the Great Midwest Conference Championship. Courtesy of UChicago Rugby.
UChicago Has a Rugby Team, and They’re Really, Really Good
By Caspar Bailey / January 31, 2026
Soldier Field.
A New Home or a New Identity? Inside the Bears’ High-Stakes Stadium Crossroads
By Rahul Murthy / January 7, 2026
Op-Eds
Where Fun Comes to Die, UChicago Comes Alive
By Ibrahim Shaheen / January 23, 2026
Phones Are Incompatible with Art
By Alek Gideon / January 10, 2026
Columns
Where Fun Comes to Die, UChicago Comes Alive
By Ibrahim Shaheen / January 23, 2026
Life of the Veteran Mind: Ariel Joiner
By Ben Khadim DeMott / November 5, 2025
Editorials
“As Required by Law”: UChicago’s Responsibility in ICE Enforcement
By Maroon Editorial Board / November 20, 2025
What We’re Thankful For
By Maroon Editorial Board / November 19, 2025
Crosswords
Daily Minis - 104
Daily Minis – 104
By Piyush Garodia and Carter Otis / February 5, 2026

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