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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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Faculty and staff gather on the steps and walkway outside of Levi Hall on Friday, May 15.
AAUP Protests “Sanitized and Bureaucratic” New Lab School Viewpoint Neutrality Standards
By Aaryan Kumar / May 17, 2026
Members of the American Association of University Professors gathered on Friday to protest the Laboratory Schools’s adoption of a policy calling for “viewpoint neutrality” in the classroom, which critics say will suppress academic expression and open inquiry.
Members of UChicago United for Palestine at a protest on the main quad on Friday.
“Made to Disappear”: Speakers Reflect on the Nakba, Criticize Board of Trustees at UCUP Rally
By Anika Krishnaswamy / May 17, 2026
Members of UChicago United for Palestine rallied on the quad on Friday to commemorate the 78th anniversary of the Nakba and criticize the University’s ties to Israel.
UChicago Press Workers Set to Hold Union Election
By Clara Tripp / May 16, 2026
The University of Chicago Press chose not to voluntarily recognize a union formed by employees last week, prompting an election overseen by the National Labor Relations Board.
UChicago to Offer Free Undergraduate Tuition for Families Making Less Than $250,000 per Year
By Boris Archipov / May 13, 2026
The initiative, which will begin in autumn 2027, will also cover all costs for families making less than $125,000 annually.
Library Staff Share Programming Plans for Regenstein “Oasis”
By Aarnav Chopra / May 13, 2026
Staff at the Joseph Regenstein Library are continuing to develop programming and engagement for the “Maroon Oasis,” a student relaxation space inside the building.
The west entrance of Ida Noyes Hall.
A History of Ida Noyes: From Women’s Clubhouse to Common Area
By Aaryan Kumar / May 17, 2026
Construction for Ida Noyes Hall was completed in 1916, when women had few places on campus. Since then, it has become a space less for women’s athletic recreation and more for general student life.
UChicago’s Lab School Is Split Over New “Viewpoint-Neutral Education” Policy
By Elena Eisenstadt / May 12, 2026
A policy calling for “student-centered open inquiry” at Lab has sparked debate about the role of progressive politics in progressive education.
In His Last College Quarter, Ben Heim Is Building an AI Project Every Week
By Alkis Karmpaliotis / May 8, 2026
With the help of Claude Code, fourth-year Ben Heim is showing how generative artificial intelligence can be used for productivity and innovation.
The Programmer’s Dilemma
By Kaci Sziraki and Kennedy Greenfelder / May 1, 2026
Students and professors reflect on the recurrent use of AI in introductory computer science courses.
Schubert leads the University Symphony Orchestra in rehearsal.
Uncommon Interview: Barbara Schubert Reflects on 50 Years as Music Director of the University Symphony Orchestra
By Alkis Karmpaliotis / May 8, 2026
In an interview with the Maroon, Barbara Schubert discusses her time with the USO and previews the “Opus 50” concerts.
The poster for The Stranger, FOZ - Gaumont/Prod.DB/Alamy, under Fair Use.
The Myth of Meursault: The Stranger Opens at the Music Box Theatre
By Isaac Crane / May 8, 2026
Chicago-based Music Box Films screens an adaptation of Camus’s novella which excels in its depiction of human emptiness
Lead vocalist Max Kerman holds up beam lights as he performs at Bottom Lounge.
Arkells Makes a Triumphant Return to Chicago
By Gabby Mansilla / May 4, 2026
The Ontario natives stopped at Bottom Lounge as a part of a limited U.S. run to promote their new album, Between Us.
Model (fourth-year Tessa Brummel) dressed in an all-white gown and angel wings walks down the runway.
MODA’s 2026 Fashion Show Celebrates Student Designers
By Violet Conklin / April 26, 2026
UChicago’s fashion organization MODA hosted its annual fashion show on April 11 at the Field Museum with an opening performance by UChicago dance group, Maya.
Dancers at the 2025 “Where Fun Comes to Dance” show performing an improvised step sequence. Courtesy of Chris Tien.
Hidden in Plain Sight: Dancers in UChicago’s Low-Profile Athlete Culture
By Alexa Walsh / May 4, 2026
Members of UChicago’s various dance groups describe their artistic process and the work that goes into assembling their performances.
Moore playing for the Boston Bruins. Courtesy of John Moore.
UChicago Undergraduate John Moore Reflects on His Journey from the NHL to the Classroom
By Alexa Walsh / April 15, 2026
Former NHL defenseman John Moore discusses his journey from professional hockey to the University of Chicago.
Bears fans outside of Soldier Field.
Bye, Bye Bears: Chicago Bears One Step Closer to Relocation
By Alexa Walsh / April 1, 2026
The Chicago Bears are antsy to shed themselves of an aging stadium. Where will the Bears call home next?
Participants watch on during the final shootout.
Broomball Is Life (of the Mind)
By Shrivas Raghavan / March 27, 2026
Broomball has been UChicago’s most beloved intramural sport for decades. What is it and how did the quirky, little-known Midwestern activity solidify itself as a cornerstone of UChicago culture?
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