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New Research Emphasizes Why Leadership Is Necessary to Defeat Harmful Social Norms and COVID-19

Confronting COVID-19
Consistent messages from national leaders are necessary to change deeply ingrained social norms like shaking hands and socializing in restaurants, which are crucial adjustments for disrupting the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

Harris Edge: Professional and Leadership Development

Every day brings new challenges for professionals. We understand your desire to become better leaders. Whether you are seeking to be more effective in your current role, transitioning to a new career, or pursuing lifelong learning, Harris is here to support your professional development.
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From Harris to Health Care: A Conversation with Caitlin Petrakis, MPP'19

Confronting COVID-19
"My whole desire to go to Harris and change up my career path to work in health administration has been grounded in, 'You don't have anything if you don't have your health.'"
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Access Your Career Services

Many of you have expressed an interest in engaging with the Career Development Office as soon as possible, wondering how to make your LinkedIn profile pop; asking about opportunities in specific sectors and locations; and looking for guidance on what you can do over the next few months to be ready to hit the ground running before starting at Harris. In response, our teams have collaborated to make sure you have access to additional resources.

Harper Lecture: Health Policy in the COVID Era Featuring Dean Katherine Baicker

Alumni, Students, Special Events
Join Dean Katherine Baicker for a discussion on health policy in light of the pandemic.
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Governmental Fiscal Emergency and the Coronavirus: A Conversation with Mike Belsky, AM'83

Confronting COVID-19
The CARES Act provides aid to states, cities, and other local governmental entities, but it will be crucial that the federal government provides more help as state and local governments consider what to do after the allocated resources have been used.

General Admissions Webinar

Admissions
Please join us for a General Admissions Webinar to learn more about full-time degree programs at Harris.

Virtual Session for UChicago College Graduating Students

Admissions
If you are graduating from UChicago this spring, please join us for this webinar to discuss the application process at Harris.
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The COVID-19 Effect — Dividing The Country By Income, Race, And Gender

Confronting COVID-19
New University of Chicago research of households shows COVID-19 threatens to worsen inequality.

Creative Marketing, Philanthropy & Social Entrepreneurship with Lauren Maillian

Alumni, Students, Special Events
Join Lauren Maillian in a conversation about social entrepreneurship

Harper Lecture: The American Presidency in a Time of COVID Featuring William Howell

Alumni, Students, Special Events
Join William Howell for an assessment of the American presidency in light of COVID-19, moderated by Sadia Sindhu.
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Dean Katherine Baicker Discusses Insurance Plans Amid COVID-19

In the News
The changes in insurance plans across states has caught the hospitals and health insurers off-guard. Dean Baicker discusses the inherent challenges within the system.