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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon
The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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UChicago Budget Deficit Slashed by Nearly Half This Year, Leaving $160 Million Shortfall
UChicago Budget Deficit Slashed by Nearly Half This Year, Leaving $160 Million Shortfall
By Celeste Alcalay and Gabriel Kraemer / November 26, 2025
The University’s budget deficit shrank by 44 percent, from $288 to $160 million, in 2025. “That’s probably our biggest singular reduction in any year ever” outside of the COVID era, CFO Ivan Samstein told the Maroon.
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Chair of UChicago-Owned Financial Research Center Defends $375 Million Sale, Says It Was Unrelated to University Financial Issues
By Ian Rothfeld / November 22, 2025
Edward Chun (A.B. ‘25) promotes his new course ratings website, Cramwell.ai, on the main quad. “This School is just Too Damn HARD,” reads the cardboard sign. In the lead-up to pre-registration week, Chun embarked on an aggressive marketing campaign.
New Website, Cramwell AI, Helps Students “Find Easy Courses and Professors” for Upcoming Quarter
By Celeste Alcalay / November 21, 2025
News
New signage on the front of the reopened Chabad House.
Chabad at UChicago Looks Ahead After House Expansion
By Matthew Wen / December 7, 2025
Rabbi Yossi Brackman and student board members Eliana Mazin and Michael Bolgov shared their thoughts and plans for the future of Chabad at UChicago following an 8,000-square-foot Chabad House expansion.
University Updates Guidance on Interactions with Federal Law and Immigration Enforcement Officers
By Mariana Meriles / December 3, 2025
The updated FAQ page adds details to UCPD response and patrol boundaries.
Leaders in Harm Reduction Discuss Chicago Public Health Policy
By Boris Archipov / December 3, 2025
The UChicago Harm Reduction Project and the Pozen Center hosted speakers addressing the war on drugs and the overdose crisis at an event last month.
As Student Accommodation Requests Increase, Student Disability Services Expands and Student Advocates Push for Greater Awareness
By Maya Schechtman / November 24, 2025
Student Disability Services has added staff and resources as demand for accommodations has increased, while student advocates push for greater disability awareness and easier access to accommodations.
Grey City
Edward Chun (A.B. ‘25) promotes his new course ratings website, Cramwell.ai, on the main quad. “This School is just Too Damn HARD,” reads the cardboard sign. In the lead-up to pre-registration week, Chun embarked on an aggressive marketing campaign.
New Website, Cramwell AI, Helps Students “Find Easy Courses and Professors” for Upcoming Quarter
By Celeste Alcalay / November 21, 2025
A free course ratings website with an AI chatbot has generated buzz among students as they pick classes for the next academic quarter.
What Information Does the University of Chicago Police Department Make Public?
By Kalyna Vickers and Grace Beatty / November 18, 2025
As a private police force, UCPD is not subject to Illinois open-records laws or extensive city oversight, unlike police at some other peer institutions.
$16.6 Million in Terminated Federal Research Grants at UChicago, Visualized
By Celeste Alcalay, Gabriel Kraemer, and Nolan Shaffer / October 9, 2025
The Maroon used publicly available data to track millions of dollars in research grants that were terminated at UChicago last spring, as the Trump administration cut funding for universities nationwide.
Students, Faculty Advocate for Pedestrian Safety on Campus, With Attention on the Midway
By Jinny Kim / October 8, 2025
After continued concerns about the safety of Midway Plaisance, students and faculty are calling for a comprehensive campus mobility plan.
Arts
Detail from The Dream (1897) by Hans Thoma. On display at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Our Strange World Resurfaces at the Art Institute’s Symbolist Exhibition
By Noël Da / December 5, 2025
Dawson Daugherty (left), known for his energetic dance moves, strikes a playful pose mid-song as Luke Fabry (right) beams at the crowd.
almost monday Brings Sun-Soaked California Indie Pop to the Salt Shed
By Gabby Mansilla / December 5, 2025
Muti and the CSO receiving a standing ovation after the concert.
Muti Returns to the CSO with Fresh Takes on Old Classics
By Alkis Karmpaliotis / December 2, 2025
Sports
The New Zealand players perform the traditional Māori Haka before taking on Ireland at Soldier Field.
International Men’s Rugby Returns to Soldier Field
By Joe Baldwin / November 19, 2025
Bulls guard Josh Giddey on the United Center jumbotron.
Josh Giddey Is Leading a New Era in Chicago
By Klara Bagaric / November 14, 2025
Coach Knoche on the UChicago sideline during a home game.
How UChicago Football’s Culture Shift Sparked a Historic Season
By John Mo / November 11, 2025
Op-Eds
R.I.P., LRS
By Brent Fergusson / October 29, 2025
Slashing Beyond Prisons Is a Political Choice
By Taji Chesimet, Harley Pomper, and Neomi Rao / October 28, 2025
Columns
Life of the Veteran Mind: Ariel Joiner
By Ben Khadim DeMott / November 5, 2025
Who Is Policing the State?
By Adam Zaidi / October 29, 2025
Editorials
“As Required by Law”: UChicago’s Responsibility in ICE Enforcement
By Maroon Editorial Board / November 20, 2025
What We’re Thankful For
By Maroon Editorial Board / November 19, 2025
Crosswords
Daily Minis - 72
Daily Minis – 72
By Piyush Garodia and Carter Otis / December 4, 2025

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