NATO events offer unique opportunities for students to think and engage with Chicago.
Editorials
Sinking the tray
Students should advance the cause of trayless dining to reduce excessive food waste.
Much ado about hunting
Students wary of Scav should reexamine assumptions about the annual tradition.
Internal affairs
It’s not too late to salvage some summer plans if you follow these tips for finding ways to keep busy.
Upstanding committee
The University must place its trust in students by instituting a Socially Responsible Investment Committee.
A more perfect union
Increased grad presence and participation in SG should encourage undergrads to reach out.
Preparing to face debt
The Office of College Aid should more actively engage with students over expenses.
A change in greenery
The University must do more to fund and encourage student efforts at promoting sustainability.
Liaison Endorsements
The Maroon endorses candidates for Undergraduate Liaison to the Board of Trustees, Graduate Liaison to the Board of Trustees, and Community and Government liaison.
SG Slate Evaluations
The Maroon evaluates the three slates in this year’s SG elections in terms of experience, policy, and any potential shortcomings they may possess.
Community building
Myriad opportunities exist for U of C students to get more involved in the neighborhood.
Safety speed bump
Plans to axe SafeRide, change shuttle system will not sufficiently address student safety concerns.
Prospective ideas
Some of the many ways to show your prospie a good, insightful time in the coming weeks.
A priceless commitment
Administrators’ monetary solutions for Pierce fiasco don’t address the larger problem.
Global positioning
Study Abroad should expand programs in underrepresented areas.
Remix to tuition
Recent tuition increase warrants University aid policy which better serves students of all incomes.
Residence evil
The University must move forward quickly with plans to restore and replace Pierce.
Invest with competence
The University should consult its community in re-evaluating how the Kalven report is interpreted.
Wiping the slate clean
SG should overhaul the slate format and introduce separate elections for specialized positions.
Coarse registration
New course registration site addresses certain issues, but its poorly planned launch creates others.
Employment agency
Hiring employees from second-chance programs benefits both the University and the community.
Feast your mind
Smart Museum’s interactive exhibition opening reveals the value of bringing Chicagoans to campus.
All the single students
A short, not-so-sweet list of things for single students to do on Valentine’s Day.
Police chatter
Recent communication between University police and students provides a solid foundation to build on.
Two thumbs down
Changes to the Uncommon Fund application and selection process are well-intentioned but inadequate.
Early to rise
Despite increased applications, yield rate remains low and would benefit from a switch to Early Decision.
A net gain
A new online course doesn’t take the U of C education out of the classroom.
Sick of waiting
Students in need should never have to wait more than 24 hours to see a physician on campus.
Canceling the party
New Institute of Politics provides welcome public service opportunities but should avoid partisanship.
Protecting protest
New changes to the student manual regarding protests are cause for concern.
Demanding diversity
CAPS should make an effort to broaden offerings outside of finance and business.
Student life support
Goff-Crews’s untimely departure signals future instability for Office of Campus and Student Life.
Electoral dysfunction
The current system for replacing College Council representatives should be reformed.
Reasons for living
A short, incomplete list of things to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.
Pardon the Protest
The administration should protect the free speech rights of students just as much as those of speakers.
An open investment
Administration should organize an open forum to discuss the future of socially responsible investment.
An irresponsible compromise
Despite merit, new proposals betray original intent of socially responsible investment initiative.
Not enough on our plate
The Phoenix Plan’s lack of viable meal exchange options undermines its success.
Arrested development
Lack of communication between the University and the community jeopardizes construction plans.
Useless to the Core
Current Core Bio classes are uninspiring and turn students away from the sciences.
Fundamental problems
With almost twice as much money, the Uncommon Fund board should take steps to ensure neutrality.
Shuttle shakeup
Changes to transportation policy should reflect student input and demand.
The Wheel World
Ensuring bicycle safety and convenience would lead to heightened campus engagement.
Life of the party
Large, campus-wide events like Blues ’N’ Ribs are high in demand and low in supply.
Election Connection
Newly elected first-years should keep College Council transparent, focused on small, significant issues.
Free pass
A pass/fail system for the first quarter of college would help ease the transition into a new environment.
You’re not on the list
Excluding non-SG members from College Council listhost undermines transparency efforts.
A house without a home
Midway House exposes flaws in housing strategy and compromises dorm culture.
Fair Necessities
Take advantage of today’s RSO fair and get involved on campus
Investing in dialogue
The Board of Trustees should make an honest effort to compromise with SRIC supporters.