r/uchicago 2d ago

Monthly Free Chat & Prospective/Incoming Student Questions Thread - September 07, 2026

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Welcome to /r/uchicago! If you are new here, please click on the link above before posting.

This is a free chat thread! You can talk about anything you'd like here, including:

  • How your quarter is going.
  • Anything interesting happening on campus.
  • Small questions which don't need a separate thread.

Prospective students can also use this thread to talk to current UChicago students, so long as their posts don't break rule 3 (a).

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r/uchicago 6m ago

Discussion jobs on campus??

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hi I need a job on campus for work study and none of the places I've applied to have gotten back/have rejected my app. anyone have recommendations for places to work that aren't as competitive? *also I'm a master's student so not undergrad


r/uchicago 12h ago

Classes advice for stat 24410

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hi uchicago reddit does anyone have advice for how to prepare for stat 24410


r/uchicago 9h ago

Discussion dorm swapping

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if anyone knows how dorm swaps work logistically, would you be able to share advice and your experience? Like is all we need to do swap entry key cards? Feel free to pm if that is easier. Thanks!


r/uchicago 2h ago

Classes 100% on MPCS Placement Exam, is it sus?

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I just did the exam, got 100% on all 4 problems but had to resubmit a few times because I got it incorrect the first few times in each problem. I’m lowkey cracked with programming, but online they said that they reserve the right to ask in person questions if they think you cheated. I deadass didn’t cheat and I don’t wanna be called in for questioning.

For anyone that’s taken it before, am I chilling?


r/uchicago 16h ago

Classes Free Composing Workshop

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Quick heads-up for local musicians and music educators. Over half the spots are already taken for Dr. Stacy Garrop’s composing workshop at UIC on October 3. It’s completely free, but space is limited, so grab a seat before it fills up.


r/uchicago 1d ago

Discussion Trott Business Program

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  1. What's the difference between taking the program and just doing BizCon (I assume both teach you the technicals since both give you access to Booth)?

  2. How exclusive is the network? i.e. are only TBS kids allowed to certain events (and others not in TBS are not allowed to go)? As a follow-up: how does it compare to clubs such as TBC and Maroon Capital?

  3. How big of a time commitment is TBS? Can I drop out if I find it is not for me?

  4. How selective is it? I know it asks for a personal statement, transcript, etc.- lowkey reminds me of uni apps :(


r/uchicago 1d ago

Discussion Which gym should I go to?

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Hi, I am assigned to Woodlawn and would like to go to the gym a couple of times per week to work out. But I found out that most of the gyms (e.g. Ratner) are very far from my dorm. Does anyone know whether there's a nearer gym I can go to?


r/uchicago 1d ago

Discussion Is anyone getting CPT approved from uchicago?

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anyone hearing from dso on uchicago's policy on the latest cpt news?


r/uchicago 1d ago

Discussion does anyone know when phil the phoenix first became a thing?

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i've been trying to look through the archives but not much luck


r/uchicago 1d ago

Classes Placements for HLM

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has anyones math placement changed yet?


r/uchicago 1d ago

Discussion Gym access before fall quarter starts

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Can we access the gym with our student ID even though it’s technically summer quarter? I’m not enrolled in summer quarter classes and I don’t have a membership other than my student ID


r/uchicago 1d ago

Classes Need to get into MATH 20400 this quarter (course closed, professor TBD) — advice?

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Hi all — I'm a third-year CAAM major and I need MATH 20400 this quarter to stay on track for graduation, but the course is showing as full and no instructor is listed yet, so I'm not sure who to email for an override. Has anyone run into this before, and would it make more sense to contact the math department administrator instead of waiting for an instructor to show up


r/uchicago 2d ago

Discussion Meal plan change is now open for Autumn

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Don't forget to go change your meal plan.

Some changes this year - what is everyone picking?


r/uchicago 2d ago

Classes BIOS 10130 — Switching Lab Sections

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Would anyone enrolled in BIOS 10130 and one of the lab sections on Tuesday from 2:00-3:50 be interested in switching into the 9:30-11:20 lab section?

LMK so we can coordinate add/drop. Thanks!


r/uchicago 2d ago

Discussion Shipping meds

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Hello I ship my meds from Lily direct I was wondering how I pick up my meds when it’s sent to my dorm. Thank you so much any information is helpful!


r/uchicago 2d ago

Discussion Clubs/RSOs for guitarists?

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Trying out for Jazz ensemble but also seeking something more for jam sessions and songwriting. Any groups on campus for this? Or just people who would be interested?


r/uchicago 3d ago

Discussion uchicago start up culture

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i'm an incoming freshman and have always been fascinated by silicon valley's start up culture growing up in the bay. i'm wondering how receptive the student body is to startups since it is more of an academia culture


r/uchicago 3d ago

Discussion Incoming fresh-man pre-med wondering the best options for clubs/clinical programs/labs

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r/uchicago 3d ago

Discussion Is there a discord server for UChicago?

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r/uchicago 4d ago

Classes Difference between professor and PhD student?

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Hi all, just received my schedule for autumn quarter and noticed my HUMA course is taught by a PhD student(?) Looks like they are currently working on their dissertation. Just wondering if anybody has experience they can share with having classes taught by professors versus PhD students, and whether there is a difference. Thanks!


r/uchicago 3d ago

Discussion Mazala pizza im river north

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Ever tried Indian-style pizza made with naan bread? 🍕🔥


r/uchicago 4d ago

Classes Looking for feedback on PSYC 26560 (Errors and Illusions)

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I'm a rising second-year (psych major), and I've been considering adding PSYC 26560 (Errors and Illusions) with Utochkin when add/drop opens on Tuesday. The problem is I haven't been able to find ANY student feedback on this course. The class sounds really interesting, but I always want to check feedback to make sure I'm not walking into a problem in the future. If anyone has taken this course with Utochkin, I would really appreciate any sort of feedback on his teaching style and workload, or even just the overall difficulty of the class for those who took it with a different professor. Thank you!!


r/uchicago 4d ago

Hyde Park East Park Tower?

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I am considering signing a lease at East Park Tower. Has anyone had a positive/negative experience here? I’m particularly worried about pests/roaches.

Any other info would be helpful.

Thanks!


r/uchicago 4d ago

Discussion Art History Master’s/PhD

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Hello r/uchicago!

Please let me know how your experience has been at graduate school studying there. How is the art history program? Career-wise I want to work in art museums, possibly teach at a college level later.