“A Really Interesting Confidence Thing: What It’s Like to Take a Leave of Absence

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / April 10, 2019

Six current and former students spoke to Grey City about their experiences with taking leaves of absence from school — and there was no dominant narrative.

Jeff Flake Talks Immigration and Kavanaugh at the IOP

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / February 18, 2019

Flake also touched on his criticisms of the Trump administration and discussed why he chose not to seek re-election.

Uncommon Interview: Fourth-Year Jeopardy! Contestant Harry Kioko

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / April 12, 2018

Kioko talks his Jeopardy! experience, favorite categories, and past contestants he admires.

Special Report: Double Jeopardy!

By Lucia Geng / April 12, 2018

Maroon reporter and past Jeopardy! contestant Lucia Geng interviews Harry Kioko, a UChicago student who is part of the current Jeopardy! College Championship. Lucia and Harry discuss how they got on the...

IOP Hosts Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Jeanne Ives

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / March 6, 2018

“That ad actually shows the policies that Governor Rauner put in place,” Ives said of her now controversial campaign ad.

Ambassador Nikki Haley Says She “Doesn’t Appreciate” U.N. Condemnation of Embassy Move

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / February 23, 2018

Haley also spoke about the U.S.'s role as a leader within the UN, the possibility of war with North Korea, and the unpredictability of President Donald Trump's tweets.

Social Sciences Division Awards Seed Funding

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / February 20, 2018

Eight professors were awarded a total of $171,000 for six projects.

Doc Films Screening Raises Money for RAINN

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / February 13, 2018

Doc Films donated $500 to the anti–sexual assault organization after screening Jackie Brown as part of its feminist revenge film series.

Obituary: Milton Shadur

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / January 18, 2018

During his time on the bench, Shadur authored more than 11,000 district court opinions, many of which involved groundbreaking cases.

Former Top Obama Advisor Valerie Jarrett to Join Law School

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / December 13, 2017

Valerie Jarrett will be a Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Law School.

Law Professor to Serve on Free Speech Board

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / November 2, 2017

The National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement will be launched by the University of California at its Washington, D.C., location.

DNC Chairman Assesses Democratic Party at IOP

By Lucia Geng, Contributor / October 26, 2017

“We can’t just be against something…we have to demonstrate what we stand for,” Perez said. “And when we put hope on the ballot, that’s when we’re at our best.”