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Lena Birkholz, Jacob Halabe, Maisie Thompson

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Justin Bilenker, Katherine Reynolds

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UChicago Student Running From College Council

While the beginning of Spring Quarter has marked numerous announcements of ambitious students running for College Council, one student has decided to rival this long-standing tradition by running from College Council. Simon Jorgensen, a second year…

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April 19, 2021
Campus Life, Favorites

University Introduces New Way to Get Downtown: “Walk, Motherfuckers”

This option has been poorly received by undergraduates, as several would-be ‘motherfuckers’ told the Dealer.

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December 6, 2022
Campus Life, Favorites

Kid Makes Anaphylactic Shock All About Himself

Joseph Silverstein, a member of Johnson’s house, said, “Yeah, so while John went to the bathroom, I swapped his muffin with one that had peanuts, and, gosh, after hearing that…

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January 5, 2023
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Visiting Parents Worried about the Cost of Three Weddings after Seeing Son Talk to Three Different Girls in His House

While parents Michael and Jessica Trout carefully budgeted for their son Timothy’s college expenses along with a single wedding, they were abruptly reminded that some costs simply cannot be anticipated…

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October 24, 2021
Campus Life, Favorites

Math Department Discovers New Highest Number

A team of mathematicians at the University of Chicago have discovered a new highest number, a new paper reveals. That number, 87382, is nearly 2 higher than the previous highest…

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November 16, 2020
  • Campus Life

    A Guide to Emotionally Preparing for Canvas Notifications

    Justin Bilenker / May 12, 2023

    Close your eyes and count to ten Whether you see, “A comment has been made on your submission,” or, “Assignment Graded: Pset 4 Gradarius,” flash on your phone, it’s best to approach it…

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  • World Affairs

    Zoo Animal Productivity at Record Low

    Griffin Bonnin Jones / May 11, 2023

    “One of the reasons our country's infrastructure is in such bad shape is because of sluggish productivity among beavers over the last few decades.”

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  • Campus Life

    Senioritis Overtakes COVID as Dominant Viral Infection on Campus

    Andre Dang and 1 more / May 10, 2023

    Fourth-years bear higher risk of senioritis than others, though it is not uncommon to see second- and third-years experiencing similar symptoms. First-years are the least susceptible, but even they can be infected, especially…

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  • World Affairs

    Divinity School Discovers New, ‘12% Holier’ God

    R.E. Stern / May 9, 2023

    Pope Francis declared the paper a work of heresy, and a Vatican spokesperson estimated the true figure at a mere 4% additional holiness.

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  • Campus Life

    Local Dog Arrested for Practicing as Therapy Dog without License

    Katherine Reynolds / May 9, 2023

    “Any therapeutic benefits derived from scratching his fluffy ears, rubbing his adorable tummy, or kissing his little brown nose are wholly and entirely coincidental.” 

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  • Historical Issue

    Missing: Half an Assistant

    Chicago Shady Dealer / May 7, 2023

    Last seen being sawed in half by one Harry Houdini, before announcing he would “make it disappear” to an enthralled audience.

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  • Historical Issue

    Op-Ed: What if We Hide in the Trees Instead of Marching in a Huge Formation?

    Chicago Shady Dealer / May 6, 2023

    We’re the ones defending our territory, so we know the place and everything. What if we hid everywhere and waited for them to come to us?

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  • Historical Issue

    Grunk Invent Weapon, Nation Frighten

    Chicago Shady Dealer / May 5, 2023

    “I important think to enforce natural monopoly.” Grunk threaten reporter. “Give berries or Grunk hit weapon.”

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  • Historical Issue

    Romanian Government Ranks Safest Campus Bathrooms

    Chicago Shady Dealer / May 5, 2023

    Normally known for announcing the official news of their country, this surprise list has been widely distributed throughout Hyde Park.

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  • Historical Issue

    Man Founds City of Pompeii in Scenic Location

    Chicago Shady Dealer / May 4, 2023

    “We pray that Vulcan will nourish our crops with the ash and keep us safe from any pumice-related troubles.”

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