VIEWPOINTS
Siena Fite
Starting College After a Gap Year
Though many worry about starting college a year later than expected, adjusting to college after a gap year isn’t as difficult as it’s assumed to be.
September 22, 2019
COLUMNS
New Business Econ Specialization Betters UChicago Economics Program
Rather than undermining the Economics Department's traditional theoretical emphasis, the new Business Economics specialization supplements it, better preparing students for careers in industry.
October 14, 2019
Dear Incoming Freshmen: It Will Be Okay
While there exists a slew of unhelpful advice for college freshmen, incoming students should rest assured that their first year will be challenging, enjoyable, and unique to them.
September 22, 2019
The Neverending Quarter System Summer
Anticipating the next academic year at UChicago may lead to various expectations, and even anxiety about a new year.
September 22, 2019
The Maroon's Mistake
UChicago newspaper staff made the wrong call by not publishing an article about the persecution of Uyghur Muslims.
July 5, 2019
Stop With the Secrets
UChicago Secrets Facebook page is not the forum to engage in political dialogue.
June 4, 2019
The Core Conundrum
Both students and the University must work to make the Core Curriculum a better experience.
May 22, 2019
Thank You for Trader Joe's
Trader Joe's is the ideal replacement for Treasure Island, filling a niche in the Hyde Park grocery market.
May 20, 2019
Scav Deserves to be Saved
Declining interest in quirky UChicago traditions like Scav represents a rather alarming transformation of campus culture.
May 16, 2019
Why You Should Thank “That Kid” in Your Sosc Class
There is something we can learn from all the different students in UChicago Core classes.
May 13, 2019
Early Graduation Is a Thing of the Past
Though UChicago defines itself by untraditional qualities, its credit policy inhibits students from taking untraditional paths to graduation.
May 7, 2019
To Speak for the Trees
Too often overlooked, trees in Hyde Park should play a larger role in our experience on campus.
May 6, 2019
Reform Means More Security Alerts
The Reform slate’s emphasis on increased security alerts fails to acknowledge what students actually want from the UCPD.
May 6, 2019
In Defense of Silence
Instead of viewing silence as an awkward conversation-ender, we should embrace it as a valuable time for self-reflection— especially in stressful environments.
May 4, 2019
Selectivity Doesn't Equal Quality
University admission metrics do not reflect quality of life and education at any given school, giving applicants an incomplete picture.
April 26, 2019
Apathetic Advising
Academic advising as it stands leaves much to be desired, and this is especially detrimental to first year students.
April 24, 2019
OP-EDS
The Fiction of Neutrality
While the administration declines to make university-backed political statements as per the Kalven Report, its investment decisions remain inherently political.
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October 13, 2019
CIA Recruitment on Campus Must End
Due to the CIA’s complicity in human rights violations, students should oppose professional opportunities with the organization.
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September 22, 2019
The Profound Benefits of Add-Drop
First-year students shouldn’t be wary of adding and dropping courses at the start of the quarter, as it often proves to be helpful.
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September 22, 2019
The Myth of the Impenetrable College Clique
While exclusive friend groups were commonplace in high school, UChicago’s social scene is less daunting if you remain open-minded.
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September 22, 2019
Jessica Xia
Battle of the Food Trucks
While a variety of food trucks come to campus during lunch hours, it’s hard to know which offer the best eats; these rankings may ease your indecision.
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September 22, 2019
Alvin Shi
The Importance of Candor and Communication
Though social anxiety is quite common at UChicago, there is still room for building confidence through kindness and honesty.
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September 22, 2019
The Foolish Pursuit of Metra Improvement
Making the Metra more affordable and accessible wouldn't alleviate poverty— it would burden taxpayers.
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July 9, 2019
Lift-Off
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June 3, 2019
Supporting GSU Is Economically Logical
Arguments suggesting that graduate students are not sufficiently oppressed to unionize are not only mistaken, but also completely irrelevant.
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June 3, 2019
Jessica Xia
On Images: The Deceptive “Objectivity” of a Photo
The framing of a photo, however "candid," is rife with subjectivity. Photojournalism isn't as objective as it might seem.
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June 3, 2019
LETTERS
Andrew Dietz
Solidarity With Grad Workers!
We work for the University, and we want an organized voice in decisions that affect us.
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September 20, 2019
Alvin Shi
In Light Of Tuition Hike, University Needs More Financial Transparency
In light of the recent increase in undergraduate tuition, it is critical that the University fully disclose its operating costs and discretionary expenses.
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August 11, 2019
The Immorality of Anti–GSU Rhetoric
Two NYU professors urge UChicago’s administration to recognize Graduate Students United, charting the history of graduate students at elite universities fighting for basic rights as students and as workers.
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July 15, 2019
The UChorus, USO, and Motet Choir Concert Was Worth Attending
While UChorus, Motet Choir, and USO performed a problematic oratorio, the work is worthy of discussion and shouldn't be dismissed.
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July 9, 2019
Alumni Respond to Diermeier on GSU
In response to the June 6th email from Diermeier about the GSU action, more than 200 College alumni spanning classes from 1961 to 2019 signed a letter with a point by point rebuttal.
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June 17, 2019
University Goes Corporate
Considering grad student picketing through economic lens provides legitimacy for actions of GSU.
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June 7, 2019
GSU: Striking May Negatively Affect Graduating Seniors
Though Graduate Students United's grievances deserve recognition, holding labor action during 10th week may pose significant hurdles for many graduating seniors.
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June 2, 2019
The Responsibility of Power
The Institute of Politics must listen to the demands of marginalized students on campus, and provide better resources and platforms for groups like Leaders of Color.
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May 25, 2019
EDITORIALS
Jessica Xia
As Tuition Soars, Quality of Education Stalls
Though UChicago has become the nation's most expensive college, educational support systems—especially for low-income students—lag behind.
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October 15, 2019
Jeremy Lindenfeld
College Students, Join the Picket Line
Undergraduate support is essential to this week’s GSU strike. Here are some ways to get involved.
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June 2, 2019
UChicago Photographic Archive, Copyright Chicago Maroon
Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Should Be Eligible for the Quantrell Prize
The University should honor its contract with Faculty Forward, the union of non-tenure-track faculty, and make all non-tenure-track faculty eligible for the Quantrell teaching award.
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May 22, 2019
To Improve Grad Students’ Pedagogical Training, the University Must Recognize GSU
Undergrads should care about graduate students’ struggles—many college students are taught by graduate students from day one.
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May 6, 2019
Endorsement: CARE for Executive Slate
On key topics, the slate combines clear stances with meticulous plans that go beyond mere advocacy.
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May 3, 2019
Making Metcalfs Less Finance-Focused
The University's Metcalf internship program should better reflect the many career options available to students.
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April 29, 2019
Where’s Obama?
President Obama should present himself as an active voice in the construction of the Obama Presidential Center.
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April 29, 2019
Don't Just Digitize, Prioritize: The Case for NARA at the Obama Center
The Obama Center's physical facility should be run in conjunction with the National Archives.
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April 8, 2019
Toni for Chicago
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.
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February 19, 2019
Pete Grieve
Fifth Ward Aldermanic Endorsement: Gabriel Piemonte
Piemonte has been a rock in the community for decades.
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February 13, 2019
Anthony Driver
20th Ward Aldermanic Endorsement: Anthony Driver
Driver is experienced, passionate, and realistic about the challenges he will face in office.
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February 13, 2019
Alvin Shi
Two-Year Requirement Won't Make Housing Better
The University should aim to have students choose to stay.
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January 29, 2019
Closed Observatory, Open Dialogue
The University has respectfully engaged with those affected by the Yerkes Observatory closure. Undergrads and union organizers deserve the same.
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January 10, 2019
Early Decision Unfairly Favors Wealthy Applicants
The binding Early Decision admission plan unfairly disadvantages students who need to take financial aid into consideration when making their college decisions.
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December 3, 2018
The Maroon Gives Thanks
What we're thankful for (and what we aren't).
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November 19, 2018
Zita Ouyang
Looking for a Better Way to Prevent Sexual Assault
UChicago’s current sexual assault prevention course is unspecific and unhelpful.
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November 15, 2018
Alvin Shi
Liberals, Don’t Intern in the Trump Administration
The prestige of a federal government internship isn’t worth sacrificing your values.
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November 8, 2018
Maroon Staff
Write a Senior Column for The Maroon
The Maroon is accepting submissions for senior columns.
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May 11, 2018
SUBMISSIONS
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