Chicago and the University of Chicago

New business ventures harness students’ ideas

University expands creative efforts to foster entrepreneurial careers


Between Heaven and Earth: Birds in Ancient Egypt

Curator Jack Green says Oriental Institute exhibition shows how birds embodied the life cycle of rebirth and death


Just thinking about math can make your head hurt, study confirms

Prof. Sian Beilock finds that math anxiety prompts brain activity similar to what occurs when a person is in pain


Exploring the sources of musical creativity

Three esteemed UChicago composers describe the work and wonder of inspiration


Jeremy Manier

UChicago Promise eases path to college

The University of Chicago today announced the launch of UChicago Promise, a multipronged initiative designed to help students throughout the City of Chicago gain admission to, pay for, and thrive in college.