Awards

UChicago physicist Clay Córdova awarded 2026 New Horizons Prize in Physics

University of Chicago physicist Clay Córdova has been named a recipient of the 2026 New Horizons in Physics Prize for his work in quantum field theory.

Eight UChicago scholars awarded prestigious Sloan Fellowships in 2026

Early-career scientists recognized for pioneering work in chemistry, computer science, economics, physics

32 UChicago faculty members receive named, distinguished service professorships in 2026

Thirty-two members of the University of Chicago faculty have received distinguished service professorships or named professorships, effective Jan. 1.

Leon Kass awarded 2025 Barry Prize; three UChicago scholars also honored

Profs. Dorian Abbot, Shadi Bartsch and William Baude join the American Academy of Sciences and Letters

Two UChicago undergraduates named 2026 Marshall Scholars

Fourth-year students Logan Hanssler and Elijah Jenkins to study in United Kingdom next year

UChicago student Tori Harris named 2026 Rhodes Scholar

College fourth-year will focus on furthering studies in archaeology, African studies