Han Jiang
UChicago Reports 32 New COVID-19 Cases in Week 6 as Virus Numbers Soar in Illinois
The latest COVID-19 update from the University comes alongside a rising tide of cases in Illinois, prompting officials to implement new regulations.
NEWS/
November 6, 2020
U of C Medical Researchers Holly J. Humphrey, Melody Swartz Elected to National Academy of Medicine
The National Academy of Medicine is widely recognized as a leading advisor on health and medicine.
NEWS/
November 6, 2020
The 2020 Presidential Election: UChicago Professors Weigh In
UChicago professors consider the logistical and political challenges that have emerged this voting cycle, from the fragility of American democracy to election manipulation.
FEATURE
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November 3, 2020
Newly Launched Chicago Thinker Aims to Promote Conservative and Libertarian Views on Campus
Third-years Audrey Unverferth and Evita Duffy started the newspaper to provide a platform for conservative and libertarian students.
NEWS/
November 2, 2020
Booth Community Members Comment on Remote Switch
Professors Laura Born and Lindsey Lyman, as well as MBA candidate Nick Jaroszewicz, share their thoughts on Booth’s temporary switch to remote learning and the reasons behind it.
NEWS/
November 2, 2020
Halloween Night Brings Police, Protesters, and Organizers to Hyde Park
Officers on bicycles pushed groups of Chicagoans around 53rd Street shortly after a demonstration against UCPD by #CareNotCops. Other community organizers were also in the area to help de-escalate tense situations.
NEWS/
November 1, 2020
Hans von Spakovsky Warns of Voter Fraud in Upcoming Election
The Former Federal Election Commission member, whose claims of voter fraud have been widely disputed, warned that voter fraud would be exacerbated by the increase in mail-in voting during an event at the Law School on October 23rd.
NEWS/
November 1, 2020
At Annual Humanities Day, Lecturers Analyze History and Talk Present American Democracy
The 40th annual Humanities Day featured a keynote address by Martha Nussbaum on animal welfare.
NEWS/
October 26, 2020
Booth Professor Uses Behavioral Nudges to Increase Defendants’ Attendance at Criminal Trials
Shah’s study showed that certain behavioral nudges were more effective in improving court attendance than standard punitive measures like the threat of arrest warrants or monetary bail.
NEWS/
October 26, 2020
Mukherjee Lab Joins Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology
In an effort to combat antibiotic resistance, Dr. Sampriti Mukherjee will study how multiple sensory inputs drive the transition between individual and collective behavior in bacteria.
NEWS/
October 25, 2020
Over a Dozen Students Struck by Paintballs In Series of Incidents Around Campus
Incidents involving pedestrians and bicyclists being shot by paintballs have occured throughout Hyde Park.
NEWS/
October 25, 2020
Researchers Uncover Promising Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
By fusing a cytokine to a blood protein, researchers hope to devise a way to prevent destructive immune cells from infiltrating the central nervous system.
NEWS/
October 22, 2020
37 New Cases Reported in Fourth Week as COVID-19 Rates Across the City Rise
University administrators reported 37 new cases, six positive tests, and a positivity rate of 0.15 percent in the fourth week of school.
NEWS/
October 23, 2020
Avi Waldman
Chicagoans Rally Downtown to “Defend the Election”
Hundreds of demonstrators, UChicago students among them, took to the streets after President Trump prematurely claimed victory.
NEWS/
November 6, 2020
Emeline Wright
So, What Do First-Years Think of Woodlawn Residential Commons?
First-years share their thoughts on life in Woodlawn Residential Commons, which opened this fall amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
NEWS/
November 5, 2020
Yiwen Lu
Get Out The Vote Efforts Adapt To An Unprecedented Election
Campus and city-wide organizations find innovative ways to get out the vote during the pandemic.
GREY CITY/
November 2, 2020
UChicago News
In Era of ‘Enlightened Consumerism’, Social Values are Big Business, According to CEOs of Chipotle and Pernod Ricard USA at Booth Event
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, “people are not just looking to buy brands, they’re looking to buy into brands,” according to the CEO of Pernod Ricard, Ann Mukherjee (A.B. ’87, M.B.A. ’94), at a Booth event.
NEWS/
November 2, 2020
UChicago News
Former Attorney General John Ashcroft Looks Back on Life in Academia and Public Service
Former Attorney General, Missouri Governor, and Senator John Ashcroft sat down with Law School Dean Thomas Miles to reflect on his life and career.
NEWS/
November 1, 2020
Lee Harris
Houses Continue to Adapt to Remote Experiences
House leadership and upperclassmen expressed worries about how to continue preserving and building house culture, but students are still finding community, friends, and a home in their house.
NEWS/
October 31, 2020
University of Chicago Institute of Politics
On National Vote Early Day, UChiVotes Led Voter Engagement Efforts Around Campus
The non-partisan, student-led initiative set up tables around campus to spread voting information and directed students to early voting-sites in Hyde Park.
NEWS/
October 29, 2020
Lee Harris
Confusion, Lines, Disenfranchisement Concerns for Chicago Voters, According to Lawyers at Law School Event
The speakers recommended voters dial the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee’s hotline (866-OUR-VOTE) as a resource for those who have questions about voter registration, polling locations, or any other concerns related to the election.
NEWS/
October 29, 2020
University of Chicago
Quantum Semiconductors Developed by Pritzker Researchers
New quantum computing research could reduce the price and improve the capabilities of quantum computing.
NEWS/
October 28, 2020
The Washington Post
President Zimmer Speaks in Washington Post Webinar on the Future of Free Expression in America
President Zimmer, known for the creation of the Chicago Principles, stressed the importance of committing to free speech on campus, especially in the current political climate.
NEWS/
October 26, 2020
Newly Launched Chicago Thinker Aims to Promote Conservative and Libertarian Views on Campus
Third-years Audrey Unverferth and Evita Duffy started the newspaper to provide a platform for conservative and libertarian students.
NEWS/
November 2, 2020
Booth Community Members Comment on Remote Switch
Professors Laura Born and Lindsey Lyman, as well as MBA candidate Nick Jaroszewicz, share their thoughts on Booth’s temporary switch to remote learning and the reasons behind it.
NEWS/
November 2, 2020
Halloween Night Brings Police, Protesters, and Organizers to Hyde Park
Officers on bicycles pushed groups of Chicagoans around 53rd Street shortly after a demonstration against UCPD by #CareNotCops. Other community organizers were also in the area to help de-escalate tense situations.
NEWS/
November 1, 2020
Hans von Spakovsky Warns of Voter Fraud in Upcoming Election
The Former Federal Election Commission member, whose claims of voter fraud have been widely disputed, warned that voter fraud would be exacerbated by the increase in mail-in voting during an event at the Law School on October 23rd.
NEWS/
November 1, 2020
At Annual Humanities Day, Lecturers Analyze History and Talk Present American Democracy
The 40th annual Humanities Day featured a keynote address by Martha Nussbaum on animal welfare.
NEWS/
October 26, 2020
Booth Professor Uses Behavioral Nudges to Increase Defendants’ Attendance at Criminal Trials
Shah’s study showed that certain behavioral nudges were more effective in improving court attendance than standard punitive measures like the threat of arrest warrants or monetary bail.
NEWS/
October 26, 2020
Mukherjee Lab Joins Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology
In an effort to combat antibiotic resistance, Dr. Sampriti Mukherjee will study how multiple sensory inputs drive the transition between individual and collective behavior in bacteria.
NEWS/
October 25, 2020
Over a Dozen Students Struck by Paintballs In Series of Incidents Around Campus
Incidents involving pedestrians and bicyclists being shot by paintballs have occured throughout Hyde Park.
NEWS/
October 25, 2020
Researchers Uncover Promising Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
By fusing a cytokine to a blood protein, researchers hope to devise a way to prevent destructive immune cells from infiltrating the central nervous system.
NEWS/
October 22, 2020
37 New Cases Reported in Fourth Week as COVID-19 Rates Across the City Rise
University administrators reported 37 new cases, six positive tests, and a positivity rate of 0.15 percent in the fourth week of school.
NEWS/
October 23, 2020
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VIEWPOINTS
#CareNotCops Has Pursued A Failing Strategy—Will They Turn It Around?
Student activists need to learn from their own history and center long-term community members.
COLUMNS/
November 9, 2020
COLUMN: The Presidential Election Is Just The Start
COLUMN: There’s No Other Option: Opt In to Feel Connected
OP-ED: Students Should Feel Comfortable Reporting Health Pact Violations
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