Harris School of Public Policy
Provost Diermeier to Leave Post for Chancellorship at Vanderbilt
In an announcement, Vanderbilt cited Diermeier’s recent development of a new funding model for Ph.D. students.
NEWS/
December 4, 2019
College Scorecard Data Reveals Which Majors Fare the Best Post-Graduation
On November 20, the U.S. Department of Education released data on the expected earnings and debt of university graduates, categorized by institution, degree type, and degree field.
NEWS/
November 27, 2019
When Healthcare Leads to Health Epidemics, Physician Shares Experiences with Ebola and War-Related Illnesses
Dr. Vinh-Kim Nguyen describes the cause of epidemics as traceable to disparities in healthcare and violence rooted in the pursuit of healthcare.
NEWS/
November 27, 2019
University Cancels Hong Kong Study Abroad Program Over Security Concerns
Participants had until 5 p.m. on Tuesday to decide whether to study abroad at the University’s Center in Paris or to remain in Hyde Park next quarter.
NEWS/
November 21, 2019
Protestors? "Terrorists." Carrie Lam? "A Sinner for A Thousand Years."
At a University symposium, panelists debated criticisms of both the pro-democracy movement and Hong Kong government’s actions.
NEWS/
November 19, 2019
UC Medical Center Nurses Overwhelmingly Vote to Strike for Second Time in Two Months
During the nurse's strike in September, the hospital bypassed all ambulances, closed units, and transferred patients to nearby hospitals.
NEWS/
November 14, 2019
After Eight Decades at OI, Ancient Tablets Return to Iran
The museum says the return is not a “repatriation” because the items were always intended to be returned.
NEWS/
November 18, 2019
Chicago Police Investigate Reported Sexual Assault in Delta Upsilon House
An e-mail sent to students Sunday by the University’s Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator said that a student had reported being sexually assaulted at a party.
NEWS/
November 5, 2019
SG Urges Admin to Reconsider Stricter Dean’s List Cutoff
The passed resolution also argues that the lack of transparency for qualifying GPA requirements will foster competitiveness and stress among the student body.
NEWS/
November 11, 2019
Survivor of America's Longest Solitary Stint Calls It 'Brutal Nonphysical Torture'
“An individual can cause chaos,” Woodfox said, “a mass movement can cause change.”
NEWS/
November 12, 2019
Fundraising for Kashmir
The South Asian Students Association's recent mehndi night aimed to fundraise for Kashmiris and promote campus dialogue about the humanitarian crisis.
NEWS/
November 12, 2019
Yerkes’s Brighter Future: University Enters Agreement to Give Over Observatory to Local Foundation
The Yerkes Future Foundation plans on restoring the observatory’s buildings and telescopes, reopening the observatory to visitors, and setting up educational programs.
NEWS/
November 6, 2019
NCAA Announces Athletes Can Benefit From Name, Image, and Likeness; Maroons React
“No one knows how this story is going to end,” economics senior lecturer Allen R. Sanderson said.
NEWS/
November 11, 2019
Eliana Melmed and UChicago Hillel
Ecofeminism, Oil Refineries, and Yiddish Euphemisms: Latke-Hamantash Debate Considers Environmental Sustainability
The theme of this year’s debate addressed the question, “Which [of the two foods] is better for our biosphere?”
NEWS/
December 2, 2019
Alexis Florence
The Obama Center and a CBA: Where Do We Go from Here?
South Side residents continue pushing for a Community Benefits Agreement despite resistance from fellow community members.
FEATURE
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November 27, 2019
Epstein for Supreme Court
Daniel Epstein (J.D. ‘15) Makes Progressive Case for IL. Supreme Court Seat
“If we want to change the rules of procedure, evidence of ethics, design, standards, data, technological stuff, truly, there are only seven people who can do a lot of this stuff.”
NEWS/
November 27, 2019
@realchoppedliva
@realchoppedliva Talks Twitter Stardom, Comedic Inspirations
The UChicago second-year’s popularity on Twitter skyrocketed this summer after posting a video that parodied transitions in musical theater.
NEWS/
November 26, 2019
University of Chicago
Nurses’ Strike Averted
Nurses at the University of Chicago Medical Center reached a tentative contract agreement over the weekend, averting a strike that had been planned for tomorrow.
NEWS/
November 25, 2019
Alexis Florence
After Protest, CBA Coalition Secures Housing Ordinance Meeting with City Officials
“The Coalition has been asking for this meeting since the CBA Housing Ordinance was introduced"
NEWS/
November 23, 2019
Maroon Staff
Endowment Hits High of $8.5 Billion, Reporting 6.9 Percent Return
The University of Chicago’s endowment grew by $300 million during the most recent fiscal year.
NEWS/
November 20, 2019
Student Health and Counseling Services
Student Counseling Is Getting a Facelift. Will Wait Times Shrink?
The new space and design features will change how students receive health care on campus, but does not offer immediate solutions for student’s most voiced complaints.
NEWS/
November 19, 2019
University Cancels Hong Kong Study Abroad Program Over Security Concerns
Participants had until 5 p.m. on Tuesday to decide whether to study abroad at the University’s Center in Paris or to remain in Hyde Park next quarter.
NEWS/
November 21, 2019
Protestors? "Terrorists." Carrie Lam? "A Sinner for A Thousand Years."
At a University symposium, panelists debated criticisms of both the pro-democracy movement and Hong Kong government’s actions.
NEWS/
November 19, 2019
UC Medical Center Nurses Overwhelmingly Vote to Strike for Second Time in Two Months
During the nurse's strike in September, the hospital bypassed all ambulances, closed units, and transferred patients to nearby hospitals.
NEWS/
November 14, 2019
After Eight Decades at OI, Ancient Tablets Return to Iran
The museum says the return is not a “repatriation” because the items were always intended to be returned.
NEWS/
November 18, 2019
Chicago Police Investigate Reported Sexual Assault in Delta Upsilon House
An e-mail sent to students Sunday by the University’s Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator said that a student had reported being sexually assaulted at a party.
NEWS/
November 5, 2019
SG Urges Admin to Reconsider Stricter Dean’s List Cutoff
The passed resolution also argues that the lack of transparency for qualifying GPA requirements will foster competitiveness and stress among the student body.
NEWS/
November 11, 2019
Survivor of America's Longest Solitary Stint Calls It 'Brutal Nonphysical Torture'
“An individual can cause chaos,” Woodfox said, “a mass movement can cause change.”
NEWS/
November 12, 2019
Fundraising for Kashmir
The South Asian Students Association's recent mehndi night aimed to fundraise for Kashmiris and promote campus dialogue about the humanitarian crisis.
NEWS/
November 12, 2019
Yerkes’s Brighter Future: University Enters Agreement to Give Over Observatory to Local Foundation
The Yerkes Future Foundation plans on restoring the observatory’s buildings and telescopes, reopening the observatory to visitors, and setting up educational programs.
NEWS/
November 6, 2019
NCAA Announces Athletes Can Benefit From Name, Image, and Likeness; Maroons React
“No one knows how this story is going to end,” economics senior lecturer Allen R. Sanderson said.
NEWS/
November 11, 2019
MARKETPLACE
NEW: The Maroon's free classifieds page for Hyde Park and its surrounding neighborhoods.
VIEWPOINTS
Liberal Arts, but with Liberal Class Sizes
The Admissions department paints an inaccurate image of UChicago, failing to inform prospective students of its commitment to research and expanding the student body.
COLUMNS/
December 3, 2019
LETTER: #CareNotCops Urges University to Support Charles Thomas and Revamp Mental Health Resources on Campus
EDITORIAL: What We're Thankful For
COLUMN: Introductions Have a Lasting Impact
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New Data Shows Major-Specific Starting Salaries; Daniel Epstein (J.D. ’15) On His Bid for IL Supreme Court | Newsletter for December 3
Nurses' Strike Averted; Hong Kong Study Abroad Program Canceled | Newsletter for November 28
Hong Kong Officials, Protesters Draw Criticism; New Student Counseling Center Adds Office Space | Newsletter for November 21
UCMC Nurses Authorize Strike; SASA Holds Fundraiser for Kashmiris | Newsletter for November 18
Superintendent Eddie Johnson at IOP; SG Comes Out Against Stricter Dean’s List, Creates Health & Wellness Committee | Newsletter for November 14
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