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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

Chicago Maroon

Stories and content by Jamie Manley
Graffiti artist Shawn Bullen reminisces about the wall’s history.

Losing the 53rd Street Graffiti Wall

By Jamie Manley / April 19, 2014
The wall behind the Mobil Gas station on East 53rd Street used to be one of the few places in Chicago where graffiti artists could paint without being hassled by neighbors or the police.

Photo: Food for thought

By Jamie Manley / November 22, 2011
Student activists posted their dissatisfaction with the University's Adidas contract in Bartlett Dining Commons Monday afternoon.
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