The forum focused on the recent “Compact for Excellence in Higher Education,” which was sent by the Department of Education to University leadership on Oct. 1
Several students have experienced symptoms associated with HMFD, including in first-year residence halls.
Lo said his central priority is preparing the University’s libraries for the rapid changes AI will bring, likening the technology to the internet’s arrival decades ago.
Although he dropped out of high school, Ono called on a connection with Stanley to help him get into the University of Chicago, which he joined in 1985.
Stanis says he does not anticipate that any new updates will cause major disruptions and affect vehicle traffic or foot/traffic patterns in the near future.
Historically, colleges and universities have suffered minimal negative impacts from short-term shutdowns, but the impacts of government shutdown often linger even after funding is restored.
The event entailed students breaking into groups and discussing topics such as social media’s role in political violence and misinformation, as well as potential solutions.
While the field storm went viral online, some students said that the injuries were not worth the rush.
The University recently amended the on-Grounds housing policy to remove upperclassmen priority during the housing application process, effective for the 2026-27 housing application.
Nelson argues that blasphemy laws are inherently censorious and infringe on the right to free speech and religious freedom.
Students feel the pressure of the immediate start of the internship search at the beginning of the fall semester — while some see it as an opportunity for growth, some see it as a stress overload.
The discussions highlighted former President George W. Bush’s launch of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief and former President Barack Obama’s decision to authorize the raid that killed Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden.
Ultimately, students must decide for themselves whether having a car is worth the hassle, taking into account their own schedules and preferences.
The University Student Legal Services intern spoke to Student Council regarding her desire to open an overnight intoxication center to address public intoxication arrests.
The Executive Board of the College Republicans at the University circulated a letter via Instagram and X expressing concern over reactions of professors, teaching assistants and students on the assassination of Kirk which CRs deemed unacceptable.
“You can get angry, or you can be a Supreme Court justice,” Jackson said.
Student Council approved a budget of $271,769.11 for the 2025-26 academic year.
Whelan spoke to students on the process of federal judge confirmation, the evolution of federal judge appointments over the last 30 years, the rise in polarization characterizing the system and the importance of forming connections across party lines.
Both Clemons Library and Shannon Library function as central study spaces on Grounds, yet neither have late-night hours this semester.
This year, the School of Architecture Student Council has lost its $12,000 budget for planning and executing the annual Beaux Arts Ball charity event as a result of University-wide cuts to discretionary funding.
