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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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Office of International Affairs Breaks Down International Student Visa Restrictions
By Kaci Sziraki / August 7, 2026
OIA program administrators explained how new Department of Homeland Security regulations would impact UChicago students during an August 5 webinar.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Nebraska Avenue Complex in Washington, D.C.
New Visa Restrictions Would Force International Students to Reapply Every Four Years
By Kaci Sziraki / July 22, 2026
The Office of International Affairs said it was evaluating how the new Trump administration rule, which applies to F and J visa holders, will affect international students at the University.
“The Template for Law Schools Around the World”: UChicago Law School Announces New AI Strategy
By Alkis Karmpaliotis / July 21, 2026
The Law School will prohibit electronic devices in most 1L courses next academic year, according to a broad strategy statement outlining its new approach to legal education amid increasing use of AI at universities and in the field.
UChicago Raises “Serious Concerns” Over Proposed Federal Grant Rules
By Kalyna Vickers / July 16, 2026
The Office of Management and Budget proposal would give political appointees greater authority over grant decisions and threaten long-term and international research, the University said.
UCP Workers Guild Wins Recognition in Union Election
By Clara Tripp / July 10, 2026
Eighty-nine percent of eligible workers across University of Chicago Press facilities voted to form a union affiliated with the Chicago News Guild. The union will soon begin contract negotiations.
The Decline of the Liberal Arts at UChicago, by the Numbers
The Decline of the Liberal Arts at UChicago, by the Numbers
By Ari Jacob / May 21, 2026
Over the past decade, the share of students majoring in the humanities and arts has declined while business economics has exploded—realizing long-standing fears about the pre-professionalization of the College.
Taking Stock of UChicago’s 13-Year Affiliation With the Marine Biological Laboratory
By Elijah Tan / May 20, 2026
UChicago’s partnership with the Massachusetts research institution—which will end next month after 13 years—offered valuable opportunities for students and faculty but cost the University over $100 million.
Big Caffeine Is Coming for Your RSO
By Leah Tabakh / May 20, 2026
Behind the scenes, energy drink companies are sponsoring student organizations, fraternities, and campus events. Are these sponsorships responding to UChicago’s caffeine culture, or shaping it?
A Brief History of Ida Noyes
By Aaryan Kumar / May 17, 2026
The building, now slated for renovation, was built more than 100 years ago as a women's clubhouse.
Evanescence’s Amy Lee performs in Tinley Park, Illinois, as part of the band’s Sanctuary World Tour.
Evanescence Unleashes Its Power on Sanctuary World Tour
By Gabby Mansilla / July 23, 2026
The band stopped at Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre during its first major world tour in four years, celebrating the release of its new album, Sanctuary.
Joji performing at the United Center.
Joji Returns to Chicago on His SOLARIS Tour
By Ethan Wang / July 22, 2026
Three years after his last world tour, Joji returns to the United Center for a sold-out show.
The poster for Supergirl. Courtesy of Warner Bros.
Supergirl Falls Below Expectations
By Shawn Quek / July 20, 2026
Craig Gillespie’s 2026 adaptation of a critically acclaimed graphic novel is a turbulent ride.
EXPO CHICAGO, which featured over 130 galleries exhibiting and selling artwork.
On Valuing Art: Reflections on EXPO CHICAGO
By Nolan Shaffer / July 17, 2026
After the annual art fair, Nolan Shaffer reflects on the value we attach to art.
Kurowski goes up for a dunk while playing for the Norwood Flames. Courtesy of Thomas Kurowski.
Thomas Kurowski on Taking the Game Overseas
By Anushka Vasudev / May 25, 2026
Former UChicago men’s basketball player Thomas Kurowski has continued his athletic career after college, playing for the Norwood Flames in Australia.
UC Pep Band Outside the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo. Courtesy of Rocky Lowenthal.
UC Pep Band Is Uniquely UChicago
By Boris Archipov / May 21, 2026
From its culture to song selection, the UC Pep Band reflects the fun and quirky UChicago identity.
An undated photograph of the old Bartlett Gymnasium swimming pool. Chicago Maroon Photographic Archive.
UChicago Ended Its Swim Test in 2012. Could You Pass It?
By Alexa Walsh / May 21, 2026
Until 2012, UChicago undergraduate students needed to pass a swim test to graduate. What did this graduation requirement look like?
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.
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