The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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

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

Chicago Maroon
“A $4 increase for every $1,000 you currently pay in property taxes is equivalent to the price of one latte,” the pamphlet reads, advertising the newest initiative to hit the ballot between rows of cartoon coffee cups. “Say yes to mental health!”

The Fourteen Lost Clinics

By Eva McCord / October 9, 2022
A new ballot initiative seeks to expand mental health service accessibility for Southeast Chicago communities.
Charly Youn (left), John Hahn (middle), Brian Kim (right) — Dawning uniforms at their respective base camps, Kim, Hahn, and Youn have all served in the military before resuming their academic careers.

International Students Returning From Military Service Reflect on Adjusting to University Life

By Casey Kim / September 29, 2022
International students who served in the Korean, U.S., and Singaporean militaries reflect on their experiences and discuss their aspirations for the school year.
The University of Chicago Medical Center

UChicago Medicine Offers Monkeypox Testing; Infected Students to Isolate in Stony Island

By Emma Janssen / September 29, 2022
As Chicago reports 947 cases since June, UChicago outlines monkeypox precautions before fall quarter starts.
The men's soccer team, November 2021.

What to Watch this Year in University Sports

By Finn Hartnett / September 27, 2022
UChicago’s sports are in an uncommonly strong place this coming season.
Uncommon Interview: UCPD Chief Kyle Bowman Outlines His Non-Enforcement Policy

Uncommon Interview: UCPD Chief Kyle Bowman Outlines His Non-Enforcement Policy

By Eric Fang / September 27, 2022
In an interview with The Maroon on July 15, UCPD Chief Kyle Bowman discussed his motivations and goals for his tenure.
Our History

Our History

By Gage Gramlick / September 26, 2022
Documenting the Maroon’s history—the good, the bad, and the boring—is essential to its work today.
Carpe Fraternitatem: Seize the Frat Party

Carpe Fraternitatem: Seize the Frat Party

By Katherine Weaver / September 25, 2022
Take advantage of new opportunities with confidence, openness, and a little dash of carpe fraternitatem.
Pride and Persistence

Pride and Persistence

By Annie Dhal / September 25, 2022
Incoming students to UChicago should keep in mind that the only way out is through.
46. Welcome to Chicago! (O-Week Themeless)

46. Welcome to Chicago! (O-Week Themeless)

By Henry Josephson / September 25, 2022

From clay tablets inscribed with cuneiform to a Human-Headed Winged Bull ("Lamassu") (pictured above), [the Oriental Institute] holds ancient artifacts from places such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Syria

Whether You’re in a Museum, Café, or Dorm, Art is Everywhere at UChicago

By Angélique Alexos / September 25, 2022
Angélique Alexos presents an overview of what to see and where to see it, UChicago art edition.
The Worst First Date Spots on Campus

The Worst First Date Spots on Campus

By Sabrina Chang / September 24, 2022
Take your O-Week crush to these places on campus…but only if you want to ruin your chances of scoring a second date.
Confronting Intellectual Inferiority (or Superiority)

Confronting Intellectual Inferiority (or Superiority)

By Danielle Lopez / September 24, 2022
Instead of crumbling under the expectations of our self-proclaimed nerd stereotype, we need to prioritize authenticity in our relationships in order to confront these expectations of intelligence.
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