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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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The Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., which houses the Office of Management and Budget.
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.
Attendees on the Midway Plaisance watch Stevie Wonder’s “Higher Ground,” the event's final musical performance.
“Built for You”: Obama Presidential Center Opens With Star-Studded Ceremony
By Nathaniel Rodwell-Simon / June 19, 2026
Politicians, musicians, former presidents, and public officials gathered to celebrate the Center’s dedication before it opens its doors to the public on Friday.
AAUP Criticizes New Report on “Erosion of Standards” in Humanities Scholarship
By Julian Moreno / June 16, 2026
The University’s outgoing vice provost for academic affairs, who oversaw adherence to the Kalven Report, was on the committee behind a new report that some faculty have viewed as antithetical to institutional neutrality.
University Leaves Open Possibility of Accessing Users’ Claude Data, Says Users Will Have “Generous” Usage Limits
By Navaneeth Rajan / June 10, 2026
Students, faculty, and staff will have double the usage limits of a personal Claude Pro plan, according to a University spokesperson.
Admin Delays Vote on New Division of Computational and Mathematical Sciences
By Nolan Shaffer / June 8, 2026
The vote reportedly will not take place until next academic year amid concerns from faculty that the proposal for the new division lacked sufficient detail.
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.
Cap: Poster for Olivia Wilde’s The Invite opening in Chicago theaters July 3. Courtesy of A24.
Did You Receive The Invite?
By Violet Conklin / July 3, 2026
The Maroon sat down with director Olivia Wilde to discuss her new A24 film, The Invite, which follows a marriage as it oscillates between intimacy and emotional distance.
From left, moderator Jill Van Lokeren, Guitars Over Guns Chicago Regional Director Andre “Add-2” Daniels, Eddie Vedder, and eight student musicians participate in the “Mentorship in Motion” panel at the Obama Presidential Center on June 20.
Eddie Vedder, Andre “Add-2” Daniels, and Student Musicians Reflect on Creating Original Song for Obama Center
By Gabby Mansilla / July 2, 2026
Students from Guitars Over Guns, a nonprofit arts mentorship program serving young people in Chicago, spoke about creating, recording, and performing an original song for the Obama Presidential Center dedication ceremony in a panel on June 20.
Bridget Curtis (J.D. ’26) as Odette bends into the arms of Ian Palmer (A.M. ’24) as Prince Siegfried. Courtesy of Hannah Brody.
Swan Lake Soars Above Expectations
By Ciara Balanzá / June 17, 2026
University Ballet of Chicago celebrated its 25th season with its second-ever staging of the Russian classic, Swan Lake.
Kali Uchis performs at Sueños Music Festival in Grant Park.
Sueños Music Festival Draws Thousands to Grant Park Over Memorial Day Weekend
By Gabby Mansilla / June 17, 2026
Featuring performances from artists like Kali Uchis, Yandel, J Balvin, and Fuerza Regida, the Midwest’s largest Latin music festival returned for its 5th year.
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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