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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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University Identifies Suspect in AEPi Sexual Assault Case, Suspect Banned From Campus
By Nathaniel Rodwell-Simon / October 13, 2026
University officials declined to identify the individual, who they said is not affiliated with UChicago, citing an ongoing Chicago Police Department investigation.
The University of Chicago's Booth School of Business
Tenured Booth Professor Criticized for Publishing “AI Slop” Research Papers
By Boris Archipov / October 12, 2026
Hundreds of articles written by Nicholas Polson with help from generative AI were taken down by the Social Science Research Network, an academic research publishing platform, due to his unusually high publication rate.
UChicago AEPi Chapter Says No Fraternity Members Involved in Sunday Sexual Assault
By Isaiah Glick / October 12, 2026
Alpha Epsilon Pi’s Lambda chapter and national organization condemned the incident in separate statements and said they were cooperating with police investigations. The University said it had reported the case to AEPi’s national organization and was investigating separately. 
Sexual Assault Reported at AEPi Fraternity House
By Kalyna Vickers / October 11, 2026
The Chicago Police Department is investigating the assault, which took place early Sunday morning. University officials encouraged anyone with information about the incident or the suspect to contact city or University police.
DHS Proposes $70,000 Fee for International Student Work Authorization
By Oliver Buntin / October 11, 2026
The proposal would compel universities to pay to recommend international students for the Optional Practical Training (OPT) temporary work authorization.
Edward H. Levi Hall, which houses many of the University's administrative offices.
“An Ethical and Moral Problem”: How Professors are Reshaping Courses in the Age of AI
By Alkis Karmpaliotis and Vedika Baradwaj / September 22, 2026
The Maroon spoke with 10 professors across disciplines about how they view AI in the classroom.
Getting to Know UGo
By Kaci Sziraki / September 20, 2026
The University’s transportation system has spent decades evolving to meet student needs. Today, a new shuttle ambassador program continues a long history of student involvement in University shuttles.
Uncommon Interview: Fields Medalist Yu Deng on the Emergence of Irreversibility
By Navaneeth Rajan / September 16, 2026
The UChicago mathematics professor spoke to the Maroon about his work proving one of the decade’s most important results in mathematical physics.
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.
A poster for The Social Reckoning featuring Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerburg. Courtesy of Sony Pictures.
The Social Reckoning Crumbles Under the Specter of Its Predecessor
By Isaac Crane / October 9, 2026
Aaron Sorkin wrote and directed a follow up to The Social Network. We don’t need it.
New Zealand–based heavy-metal artist Vana performs at Riot Fest.
Girls Who Riot: The Women Making Noise at Riot Fest
By Gabby Mansilla / October 7, 2026
Associate Arts Editor Gabby Mansilla takes a look into some of the artists who performed at Riot Fest 2026, showcasing the range of women in alternative music.
Tony Revolori and Robert Pattinson in Primetime. Courtesy of A24.
Primetime Catches a Predator Catcher on Camera
By Shawn Shaw Quek / October 6, 2026
Lance Oppenheim’s Primetime is an ambitious meditation on morality in entertainment that excels in its performances, visuals, and directorial promise.
"Longer Than the Sky: Art of the Obama Years" is set to run at the Reva & David Logan Center for the Arts through Oct. 10.
Culture Vulture, October 6–16
By Alkis Karmpaliotis / October 6, 2026
Arts Editor Alkis Karmpaliotis presents a list of arts and culture events to look forward to this week.
Second-year Nikolas Polsinelli competing on Jeopardy! last month. Courtesy of Nikolas Polsinelli.
UChicago for 200: Second-Year Nikolas Polsinelli Secures Two-Day Jeopardy! Win Streak
By Alexa Walsh / October 7, 2026
Nikolas Polsinelli discusses his Jeopardy! preparation and appearance on the show.
The UChicago Men’s Basketball team that faced Harvard in their 1951 matchup. The University of Chicago Photographic Archive.
UChicago vs. Harvard: A Rematch 75 Years in the Making
By Katherine Hunt / September 21, 2026
The Maroon looks back on the history of athletics at the University ahead of the DIII Maroons’ November 8 matchup against the DI Crimsons, their first since 1951.
The Chicago Maroons celebrate after their walk-off victory over Bridgewater College, the first NCAA Regional victory in program history. Courtesy of UChicago Athletics.
The 2026 Chicago Maroons Baseball Team: Chicago’s Drought-Breakers
By Josh Grossman / September 20, 2026
The Maroon takes an inside look at the 2026 Chicago Maroons baseball team’s and its improbable road to a first conference championship in 113 years.
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.
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