Chicago and the University of Chicago

UChicago community celebrates 515th Convocation

Ceremony reflects upon past accomplishments, aspirations for future.


Dianna Douglas

Washington’s green party

Jeff Connaughton, MBA’83, played the game and lost, believing it’s rigged against all but the most powerful interests.


Jason Kelly

Convocation unites tradition and creativity

Choosing engaging speakers from students and faculty is among UChicago’s most revered customs.


Dianna Douglas

Revitalized 53rd Street energizes community

Residents, businesses benefit from Hyde Park's growth as a destination for dining, shopping, and fun.


Laura Milani Alessio

MBA applications surge at Booth School

Stacey Kole, dean of full-time MBA program, says 10 percent application increase to boost numbers of women, international students


How thinking about thinking reduces crime

Prof. Harold Pollack examines how changing behavior decreases arrests for at-risk teens


Mother Jones

The rise of an unconventional art star

Director of Arts and Public Life Theaster Gates describes how good art can save bad neighborhoods


Police and Fire Scholarships

Watch a slideshow of the 2013 reception honoring scholarship recipients at the University of Chicago.