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UChicago Charter School builds upon early lessons

Charter school’s remarkable success began with what Marvin Hoffman learned in founding the school’s first campus.


William Harms

Jeremy Manier

Proponents say Everyday Math adds up, though some don't understand how

Andy Isaacs, co-director of UChicago's Center for Elementary Mathematics and Science Education, says program's unique curriculum is suited to modern world


The Chicago question: What would Milton Friedman do now?

Noted economist's views on present-day issues such as deregulation, role of central banks debated


Sleep research reveals keys to health

For nearly a century, UChicago scientists have explored sleep and sleeplessness, discovering links to chronic disease.


Lydialyle Gibson

Historic comics conference breaks new ground

Legendary cartoonists join scholars to explore young field of study.


Susie Allen

Creative essay challenge inspires College community

Applicants take on tradition of unusual essay questions created by current students and alumni.


Dianna Douglas

Lolo’s No Choke

Prof. Sian Beilock says athletes — U.S. Olympic hurdler Lolo Jones included — know exactly when they screw up


Time

‘Color Jam’ brightens downtown Chicago

Jessica Stockholder takes on her biggest canvas yet, a public art project that captures city-dwellers’ imagination.


Dianna Douglas

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