Getting You Up-To-Date: Ongoing Campus News

By Sonia Schlesinger and Michael Lynch / September 14, 2017

Here's what you need to know to catch up on campus news.

The University in the Age of Trump

By Sonia Schlesinger / September 14, 2017

The effects of President Trump's policies and politics on campus.

Recovered Internal Documents Offer a Glimpse Inside Levi Hall

By Adam Thorp, Hannah Edgar, Sonia Schlesinger, Pete Grieve, Kaitlyn Akin, and Euirim Choi / August 13, 2017

Dozens of pages of internal University administration documents reveal information about the University budget and a number of upcoming initiatives.

Newsletter for July 26

By Adam Thorp, Sonia Schlesinger, Pete Grieve, and Euirim Choi / July 26, 2017

University of Chicago Medicine fears Medicaid cuts; Breitbart slams ecology prof’s blog post; and the IOP names an executive director

Newsletter for June 28

By Adam Thorp, Sonia Schlesinger, Pete Grieve, Euirim Choi, and Katie Akin / June 28, 2017

Supreme Court to hear case concerning OI artifacts; IOP’s Steve Edwards takes job at WBEZ; and what the travel ban decision means for UChicago

Newsletter for June 21

By Adam Thorp, Sonia Schlesinger, Pete Grieve, Euirim Choi, and Katie Akin / June 21, 2017

Build Coffee opens Saturday; Chicago + Brown Presidents talk speech issues; and a 16-story building is coming to Harper Court

Inaugural Class Day Speaker Discusses Academics and Intimacy

By Sonia Schlesinger / June 12, 2017

David Brooks studied history as an undergraduate at UChicago and wrote for the Viewpoints section of The Maroon.

Obama Visits Campus, Speaks to Student Leaders

By Katherine Vega and Sonia Schlesinger / April 25, 2017

“I want to work with [young people] to knock down those barriers."

Former Secretary of Education to Join Harris as Fellow

By Sonia Schlesinger / March 6, 2017

As a Harris fellow, Duncan will act as a special adviser to the Harris School’s dean and will plan events at the Harris School.

Anthropology Professors to Teach Trump 101 Class This Spring Quarter

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 23, 2017

In the wake of the election, one of the professors said he felt that it was his duty to teach a class on Trump.

Newsletter for February 17

By Sonia Schlesinger, Pete Grieve, and Adam Thorp / February 17, 2017

Obama stops by Hyde Park for presidential library planning; IOP event with Corey Lewandowski draws protest; Seminary Co-Op plans financial recovery.

South East Chicago Commission Transitions to Self-Governing Entity

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 2, 2017

The community organization's board will no longer be appointed by the University.

Chicagoans Say Goodbye to Their President

By Sonia Schlesinger / January 12, 2017

“He’s a quintessential model of what you can be if you work hard,” one Chicago resident said.

UCPD to Increase Number of Officers on Patrol by 28 Percent

By Sonia Schlesinger / August 16, 2016

The University cited concerns about high crime rates in the area, but the CEP said an increase in officers is “the opposite of what people have been wanting.”

Nineteen Students Awarded Fulbright Scholarships

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 31, 2016

This marks the first year that half of UChicago applicants received a fellowship; last year 34% of UChicago applicants were selected.

Summer Storage Policy Changes Reversed

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 27, 2016

“After receiving additional feedback, we will continue to review the policies and procedures related to the trunk room.”

Adult Trauma Center Approved and Scheduled to Open in 2018

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 27, 2016

“We applaud the University of Chicago for taking responsibility as a member of the broader South Side community.”

Gun Threat Cancels All Class and Activities

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 26, 2016

A University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) student threatened gun violence on the main quad on November 30.

Community Members Discuss Goals for Trauma Center at Town Hall Meeting

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 20, 2016

Attendees Consider Gun Violence Prevention and the University’s Relationship to the Community.

Whole Foods to Open in June

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 20, 2016

The grocery store is the anchor property for the City Hyde Park complex on Lake Park.

Changes to Class Registration System Put Into Effect

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 13, 2016

The changes are part of the University's new Academic Information System.

Student Government Tables Free Speech Resolution

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 10, 2016

Representatives debate affirmation of University’s commitment to free speech at Monday’s SG meeting.

Recording Complaint Stemming from Divestment Debate Dismissed

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 5, 2016

Student Government Election and Rules Committee said recording did not violate election code

E&R Clears CC Representative of Excessive Spending Charge on Snapchat Geofilter

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 3, 2016

A complainant estimated that Michael Sitver spent $1,820.70 on a Snapchat geofilter. Sitver shared receipts with E&R showing that he spent only $56.98.

Uncommon Interview: Michael Strautmanis

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 3, 2016

The Vice President of Civic Engagement for the Barack Obama Foundation discusses plans for the Presidential Library.

Fourth Ward Residents Meet to Discuss Aldermanic Candidates

By Sonia Schlesinger / April 29, 2016

Local residents hope to present a reform-oriented candidate in next February’s aldermanic election.

Community Members Continue Advocacy Around Local High School

By Sonia Schlesinger / April 19, 2016

Green curriculum, weekly internship program, and community initiatives were among the plans discussed.

Mayor Appoints Sophia King New Fourth Ward Alderman

By Sonia Schlesinger / April 15, 2016

Some locals plan to campaign for an independent candidate.

Two People Rescued From Fire at High Rise Apartment Building

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 26, 2016

The fire was contained, and its cause remains under investigation.

Shooting in Hyde Park Leaves Two Victims Wounded

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 23, 2016

The two victims are not affiliated with the University.

SG Passes Resolution Demanding Action Toward AEPi, Fraternities

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 16, 2016

At a separate event, the Multicultural Greek Council discussed AEPi e-mails and diversity in Greek life.

Statements Released in Response to Leaked AEPi E-mails

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 9, 2016

A statement from Panhellenic announced AEPi's suspension from 2016 Greek Week.

Chase Bank on 53rd Robbed Second Time in Three Weeks

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 5, 2016

Two robberies do not seem to be linked.

CIE Welcomes Greenline Coffee Shop

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 1, 2016

The coffee shop plans to employ local college and high school students from the Woodlawn area and provide them with workforce training for future full-time jobs.

Alderman Burns Resigns from Position After Serving Four Terms

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 1, 2016

Burns has served as Alderman for parts of Bronzeville, Kenwood, and Hyde Park since 2011.

University Releases Memorandum of Understanding with City

By Sonia Schlesinger / January 26, 2016

The University plans to spend over $750 million in surrounding South Side communities.

Survey by UChicago Professor Prompts Skirmish in Wisconsin Tenure Fight

By Sonia Schlesinger / January 22, 2016

“I was surprised at just how live an issue it is.”

Kenwood residents argue against commercial development

By Sonia Schlesinger / December 1, 2015

“It was kind of a careless move on the alderman’s part… he was trying to pull a zone change over on us for the property that’s connected to my alley, so we got together and formed an organization.”

Divvy data: Hyde Park users stay in neighborhood when biking

By Sonia Schlesinger / November 24, 2015

The average age of Hyde Park Divvy users is 37.

Hyde Park restaurants increase prices due to minimum wage hike

By Sonia Schlesinger / October 26, 2015

Rajun Cajun, Cedars, and the Nile have raised prices; Snail Thai may follow.

University announces end to part-time student status

By Sonia Schlesinger / October 9, 2015

Students must now register for at least three courses per quarter.

The Hyde Park Hunt is on

By Sonia Schlesinger / October 2, 2015

University puts on first ever Hyde Park scavenger hunt for first-year students.

What “Fight for Fifteen” means for Hyde Park business owners

By Sonia Schlesinger / June 2, 2015

Business owners in Hyde Park expressed support for minimum wage increases but worry about their economic effects

What “Fight for Fifteen” mean for Hyde Park business owners

By Sonia Schlesinger / June 1, 2015

Business owners in Hyde Park expressed support for minimum wage increases but worry about their economic effects

Community members demand benefits with arrival of Obama Presidential Library

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 18, 2015

“We’re focusing on how to consider the needs of the community and also the needs of the library.”

UCMC nurses finalize new four-year labor contract

By Sonia Schlesinger / May 11, 2015

The National Nurses Union and University of Chicago Medical Center reached a wage agreement for nurses.

Hyde Park sees slight increase in violent crime this year

By Sonia Schlesinger / April 27, 2015

Slight increase is still far below rates from six years ago

Students review University’s comments on their college applications

By Sonia Schlesinger / April 14, 2015

Students across the country have been using FERPA rights to view admission documents held by their respective universities.

Uncommon Fund money for quadcopter, “hanging out,” and more

By Sonia Schlesinger / April 3, 2015

Other funded projects include a pig roast on the quad, a Young Adult fiction section of the Regenstein and bubble soccer.

English major alum might go to Mars

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 27, 2015

"I think every day [on Mars] will be a life-changing discovery."

Students debate limits of free speech on campuses

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 21, 2015

The quarterly debate showcase, hosted by the Chicago Debate Society, came after discussions over free speech on campuses across the country and governments around the world.

Fro-yo firm fights University-backed competitor

By Sonia Schlesinger / February 10, 2015

Local businesses like Zberry face competition from new shops brought in by the University.

Clock ticks closer to Doomsday

By Sonia Schlesinger / January 30, 2015

According to The Bulletin, the clock striking midnight signals the advent of a global catastrophe.