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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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Christian Mitchell, UChicago’s vice president for civic engagement, was selected by Governor J. B. Pritzker to serve as his running mate in the 2026 Illinois gubernatorial election. Courtesy of the University of Chicago.

Governor Pritzker Taps UChicago VP for Civic Engagement to Be Lt. Governor

By Nathaniel Rodwell-Simon / July 17, 2025
Christian Mitchell (A.B. ’08), who previously served as a deputy governor of Illinois and a state legislator, will replace Julianna Stratton as Pritzker’s running mate in the 2026 gubernatorial election.
The David Rubenstein Forum.

UChicago Launches Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth

By Naina Purushothaman and Kalyna Vickers / November 6, 2024
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin were among numerous speakers at the event on October 30.
Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker with White House reporter Sabrina Siddiqui.

Pritzker Addresses Extremism, Gun Violence, and Past Record at IOP Event

By Oliver Buntin / October 17, 2023
In an IOP event moderated by journalist Sabrina Siddiqui, Pritzker fielded questions on past record and possible presidential bid.
Norris University Center from the left

Northwestern, UChicago Alumni Talk Careers in Politics and Activism

By Shinjini Chakraborty and Fiona Roach / June 7, 2023
Alumni of Northwestern and UChicago who work in political and activist circles discuss how their experiences at their respective schools on either side of the Loop shaped their future careers.
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