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Playwright David Auburn will be the speaker at the 2026 Class Day ceremony. Courtesy of Todd Cerveris.
Uncommon Interview: Playwright David Auburn, 2026 Class Day Speaker
By Clara Tripp / March 5, 2026
Auburn, best known for his Pulitzer-winning play Proof (2000), spoke with the Maroon about his time at UChicago and its influence on his career.
Chicago-based author Lindsay Currie cuts the ribbon to open Barnes & Noble’s new location at East 55th Street and South Lake Park Avenue.
Barnes & Noble Opens 18,000 Square Foot Location in Hyde Park Shopping Center
By Nathaniel Rodwell-Simon / March 7, 2026
Attendees of the store’s grand opening expressed hope that the store could function as a “third-space” in the neighborhood and expand access to books but voiced concerns that the corporate chain could negatively impact local independent booksellers.
College Council Recap: Members Hear Appeals From Space Program and Computational Biology RSOs, Implement Ranked Choice Voting
By Isaiah Glick / March 4, 2026
The council heard appeals from two RSOs that were denied funding by SGFC and the Community Service Fund, voted to introduce ranked choice voting for spring cabinet elections, and placed a referendum to add a Judicial Council on the spring ballot.
Policing Leadership Academy Appoints Kenneth Corey as Its Second Executive Director
By Ava Neal / March 4, 2026
Corey, the NYPD’s former highest-ranking uniformed officer, stressed the importance of bridging the “training gap” and the role of data education for police departments in an interview with the Maroon.
Chicago Codifies IHRA Definition of Antisemitism after UChicago Student Lobbying
By Aaryan Kumar / March 3, 2026
Jake Rymer, a third-year in the College, worked closely with 15th Ward Alderman Lopez to help pass the ordinance.
People stroll through the main quad.
Meet the New Named and Distinguished Service Professors Sustaining the Life of the Mind
By Ezra Ellenbogen / February 27, 2026
32 UChicago faculty were appointed to distinguished or named professorships on January 1. The Maroon sat down with eight of them to understand why they came to UChicago, how their work here has changed, and their lives outside of academia.
Now, Then, or Both? Uncovering UChicago’s Quantum Tradition
By Aman Thawani / February 22, 2026
From the famous Scav nuclear reactor to the discovery of new subatomic particles, the University’s history is marked by breakthrough experiments in nuclear and particle physics.
Life of the Mind to Life on Wall Street
By Vedika Baradwaj / January 28, 2026
Second-years and a UChicago alum discuss finance recruiting at the College.
Definitely Not a Kuvia Survival Guide
By Anika Krishnaswamy / January 20, 2026
Grey City recounts an unathletic person’s experience of the winter staple.
The film poster for Computer Chess. Courtesy of Kino Lorber.
What We Capture En Passant
By Jin Tuan / March 6, 2026
Computer Chess celebrates the humanity of pursuing passion for its own sake.
Ryan Rumchaks performs solo material at Gman Tavern.
Ryan Rumchaks Takes Center Stage at Gman Tavern
By Gabby Mansilla / March 5, 2026
The Chicago multi-instrumentalist offered an intimate glimpse into his creative world at the Wrigleyville bar.
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra prior to the concert.
Himari Shows Potential with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
By Alkis Karmpaliotis / March 5, 2026
Guest conductor Jaap van Zweden leads a multifaceted program starring 14-year-old violinist Himari.
Gap Civil performs old-time folk at Mandel Hall.
Seven Folk Acts Bring Warmth and Movement to UChicago’s Wintry Campus
By Noël Da / March 2, 2026
At the Folklore Society’s 66th annual concert, musicians from all corners of America performed all manner of Americana.
Head men’s basketball coach Mike McGrath talks to the team during a timeout.
UChicago Men’s Basketball are Making History in the Regular Season
By Joe Baldwin / February 25, 2026
The UChicago Men’s Basketball team is having their best regular season in recent memory. Their ultimate goal is to win the Division III National Championship, and if they continue to play at their current level, that is a very real possibility.
Rogers House residents at Campus North Residential Commons watch the 60th Super Bowl.
How the Super Bowl Played in a UChicago Dorm
By Alexa Walsh / February 19, 2026
125 million people watched the Super Bowl this year. How did UChicago students watch it?
Winnipeg forward Jonathan Toews takes a seat on the bench at the conclusion of his video tribute.
The Captain’s Homecoming: Jonathan Toews Returns to Chicago
By Alexa Walsh / February 16, 2026
In the long-anticipated return game of Chicago’s longest-tenured NHL captain and three-time Stanley Cup champion, the Chicago Blackhawks took a 2-0 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.
Jesse Ssengonzi competing for Uganda. Courtesy of UChicago Athletics.
The Unorthodox Olympic Rise of Jesse Ssengonzi
By Ishaan Verma / February 4, 2026
Ugandan national record-breaker Jesse Ssengonzi (A.B. '24) is back in the lanes training for a second Olympic run at LA28.
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