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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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Moderator Ali Vitali (left) sits with David Axelrod (center) and Karl Rove (right) about the upcoming election cycle at Ida Noyes Hall.

David Axelrod and Karl Rove Discuss Upcoming Election

By Chase Teichholz / October 22, 2024
Institute of Politics Founding Director David Axelrod and Karl Rove, senior advisor to former President George W. Bush, discussed the upcoming 2024 elections during an IOP event on October 17.

A Welcome Letter from the Maroon

September 23, 2024

To the Class of 2028, There are a few different ways we could start this letter— You did it! You made it! Welcome to the University of Chicago! Actually, welcome to The Beginning of The...

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University Announces New Via Rideshare Service to Replace Lyft Program in September

By Amy Ma / July 11, 2024
The new Via program will allow students to request unlimited free rides in shared vans at night but has faced complaints about long wait times at other universities.
Pro-Palestine protesters rally in front of a convocation event near Ida Noyes Hall.

Pro-Palestine Protesters Disrupt Convocation Ceremonies, One Arrested in Confrontation with Police

By Nathaniel Rodwell-Simon / June 4, 2024
At least 100 students walked out during the University’s convocation ceremonies on June 1 in protest of the University’s decision to withhold the degrees of five graduating students involved in the pro-Palestine encampment.
Graduation Issue 2024

Graduation Issue 2024

By Maroon Staff / May 23, 2024
The Maroon honors and celebrates the Class of 2024.
This map shows the percentage of the class of 2024 who are going to different regions in the US.

Here’s Where the Class of 2024 Is Headed After Graduation

By Naina Purushothaman / May 23, 2024
According to Career Advancement, at this point in the year, the class of 2024 has achieved the highest placement percentage ever.
Build Coffee, located at 6100 South Blackstone Ave, is one of the Class of 2024's favorite coffee shops in Hyde Park.

The Class of 2024’s Gems of Hyde Park

By Amy Ma / May 23, 2024
Graduating fourth-years share their favorite Hyde Park restaurants and coffee shops.
Outgoing Undergraduate Student Government President Jefferson Lind. Courtesy of Jefferson Lind.

Uncommon Interview: 2023–24 USG President Jefferson Lind

By Naina Purushothaman / May 23, 2024
The Maroon spoke with outgoing Undergraduate Student Government President Jefferson Lind to discuss his tenure.
The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps ribbon-cutting ceremony in October 2023.

Forging Leaders: ROTC Fourth-years Reflect on Journey

By Anika Krishnaswamy / May 23, 2024
ROTC fourth years prepare to enter service; alumni from the program reflect on their ROTC experience and offer advice to future cadets.
Professors Bernd Sturmfels (left) and Randall Kennedy (right) will receive honorary degrees at convocation on June 1. 

Two Professors to Receive Honorary Degrees at the 2024 Convocation

By Derek Hsu / May 23, 2024
Harvard’s Randall Kennedy and UC Berkeley’s Bernd Sturmfels will receive honorary degrees for their contributions to the fields of law and mathematics.
John List, Distinguished Service Professor in Economics, is the Class of 2024's Convocation Speaker. Courtesy of UChicago Department of Economics.

John List Discusses Upcoming Convocation Address, Offers Advice

By Oliver Buntin / May 23, 2024
List reflects on his own graduation and discusses what he hopes to accomplish with his upcoming Convocation address.
Actor Anna Chlumsky was announced the speaker for the University of Chicago's 2024 Class Day ceremony. Courtesy of UChicago News.

Actor Anna Chlumsky A.B. ‘02 Announced as 2024 Class Day Speaker

By Austin Zeglis / May 23, 2024
Chlumsky, best known for her portrayal of Amy Brookheimer in the HBO comedy Veep, talked with the Maroon about her time at UChicago and how it played into her career on screen.
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