Chicago Maroon

University Announces New Via Rideshare Service to Replace Lyft Program in September

By Amy Ma / July 11, 2024

The new Via program will allow students to request unlimited free rides in shared vans at night but has faced complaints about long wait times at other universities.

UChicago Charter School Educators Allegedly Seen Harassing Special Education Student in Video

By Stuti Shelat / February 15, 2024

A lawsuit filed over the harassment has since been settled.

What We’re Thankful For

By Maroon Editorial Board / November 29, 2023

The Maroon Editorial Board reflects on what we’ve been thankful for these last few months.

Reimagining Washington Park: The Arts Lawn Grand Opening

By Anya Krishnan / October 31, 2023

A new performing and visual arts space is open to the community in Washington Park.

The Mayor of Our Small Town: An Interview With Dean of the College Melina Hale

By Austin Zeglis / September 19, 2023

Hale, who was previously a vice provost, takes on the role after former dean John Boyer left to become senior advisor to President Paul Alivisatos.

Student Activism Organizations on Campus

By Naina Purushothaman / September 19, 2023

Here are some of UChicago’s many student activism and advocacy organizations on campus.

Chicago Politics in 2023: What You Need to Know

By Sabrina Chang / September 19, 2023

Sabrina Chang introduces the key players and the key issues to keep in mind.

Getting to Know Your University Administrators

By Austin Zeglis / September 19, 2023

Austin Zeglis presents a summary of University leadership for first-years and continuing students alike.

Finding Your Flock: Your Guide to Affinity Spaces and Cultural Organizations on Campus

By Naina Purushothaman / September 19, 2023

Here are some of UChicago’s many student affinity spaces and cultural organizations on campus.

How to Navigate Chicago’s Transit System

By Bianca Jortner / September 19, 2023

Bianca Jortner explains how to get around Hyde Park and the rest of Chicago for cheap (or for free).

Brains Over Brawn: How Football Found Its Place at UChicago

By Leo Vernor / September 19, 2023

The story of the Chicago Maroons is a struggle between academic excellence and athletic prowess.

Nineteen Years Later

By Elizabeth Goetz / September 19, 2023

A class of 2008 alumna gives advice to her first-year self.