Chicago and the University of Chicago

Fans of French novel stage marathon reading

In Les Misérables, students and faculty find echoes of current economic woes.


Susie Allen

Astronaut takes Hubble basketball globetrotting

Century-old relic to be passed around on telescope repair mission.


Steve Koppes

Pop star puts campus singers in limelight

Voices in Your Head records Ben Folds' song; now he's returning the favor.


Phil Rockrohr

Urinetown: From Chicago to Broadway and back

The hit musical has its roots at the University, creators tell students.


Michael Drapa

Women’s changing roles at the University

Exhibition illustrates history through photos, documents, and alumnae's own words.


Hannah Hayes

How UChicago became a hub for black intellectuals

Scholars who got a rare chance here became leaders across the nation.


Sun rises on Kuvia's silver anniversary

University's 25th winter festival promises calisthenics and a bit of craziness.


Colorful 'Chicagoan' lost and found

Professor's book brings beloved Jazz Age magazine back to life.


Greg Borzo

New Rockefeller dean extends chapel’s embrace

Elizabeth Davenport hopes to create a center for religious and spiritual inquiry.


Libby Ellis

Law renovation reflects modern vision

Ambitious design focuses on student needs, draws national attention.


Sam Feldman