Past Events

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Chicago Centered: What Lies Ahead—Expert Advice for the New Administration

Admissions, Alumni, Special Events, Evening Master's Program (EMP)
Join us to discuss the transition for the City under the new leadership of Mayor Brandon Johnson. We will be joined by a panel of those working on the transition and Harris alumni.
the Keller Center at dusk

Harris Summer Open House

Admissions, Special Events
Join us for a full day to experience the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy! Sessions will include a faculty presentation, alumni panel, workshop, and opportunities to connect with current students.
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Application Tip Series: Your Résumé and Letters of Recommendation

Admissions, Application Advice, Master in Public Policy (MPP) & MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), MA in Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), Evening Master's Program (EMP)
Join Blake Edwards, Senior Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, to discuss updating your résumé for graduate school applications and securing letters of recommendation.
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Application Tip Series: Writing Your Essays

Admissions, Application Advice, Master in Public Policy (MPP) & MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), MA in Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM)
Join Senior Associate Director of Marketing & Communications Blake Edwards to learn how to tell your story effectively in your motivation statement and essays.
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Application Tip Series: Harris Application Overview

Admissions, Application Advice, International Students, Master in Public Policy (MPP) & MA in Public Policy, MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP), MA in Public Policy with Certificate in Research Methods (MACRM), Evening Master's Program (EMP)
Join the Harris admissions team to discuss the application in more detail. We will also discuss the requirements for the English Language Proficiency exams, (TOEFL, IELTS) as well as the GRE and waiver requirements.

Alumni and Incoming Student Send-Off in Mexico City

Alumni, Students
Join Harris alumni, incoming students, and prospective students in Mexico City to celebrate and wish our incoming students well as they begin Fall quarter at Harris!