Chicago and the University of Chicago

Exploring the sources of musical creativity

Three esteemed UChicago composers describe the work and wonder of inspiration


Jeremy Manier

Finding humility on the last frontier

Dorothee E. Kocks, AB’78, found dignity in humility after her career dropped out from under her.


The University of Chicago Magazine

Student’s maps illuminate urban policy

Influential blog by Chicago Harris grad student Daniel Kay Hertz explores his passion for cities


Wen Huang

View from the page

Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal columnist Bret Stephens, AB’95, brings a UChicago intellectual spirit to the sword fight of political commentary.


Laura Demanski

Philosopher challenges conventional study of mind

Jesse Prinz, PhD’97, skeptical of biological accounts of human emotions, morals, and culture.


Michael Washburn

Study abroad creates scenes of discovery

College students share cultural adventures through photo, video, and essay contests


Dianna Douglas

Neuroscience seeks sense of touch

Asst. Prof. Sliman Bensmaia's research fuels goal of touch-sensitive prosthetics


Matt Wood

Modeling change

Plus-size model Amanda Tice, AB’06, believes her work can have a positive effect on women’s lives.


University of Chicago Magazine

Convocation Affirms Common Bonds

As the sun beamed down June 14 on graduates and their families, Prof. Kerwin Charles reminded the University of Chicago’s Class of 2014 of their common bond.


Susie Allen

Convocation affirms common bonds

Prof. Kerwin Charles says 'a particular habit of mind' unites graduates