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Forward Thinking Impact: Harris Students Making a Difference in South Asia

Through degree programs in Chicago or fellowships and faculty and alumni research in South Asia — including projects facilitated by Harris’ International Innovation Corps (IIC) at UChicago’s Center in Delhi — Harris aims to foster positive social change.

Black Mayors Leading America’s Cities: Path-breaking Approaches to Tackling Urban Policy

Join an esteemed panel of Black mayors who are at the forefront of governance for a discussion of race, politics, and policy in some of the county’s most diverse and dynamic cities.

The Black Experience in the Field of Economics

Join a community of Black economists – emerging scholars and those more advanced in their careers – for a discussion on the Black experience in economics.

Harris After Hours: Black History Month Celebration

Join your fellow Harristas to celebrate Black History Month at Harris After Hours as we host Ashlee Haze
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Student Profile: Karis Felthouse, MPP Class of 2021

“My work in politics led me to finding a sweet spot where public good and private interest meet.”
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Student Profile: Zackariah Crahen, MPP Class of 2022

“I want to be closely connected with whatever community I eventually settle in to improve the lives of my neighbors—especially those who have been marginalized or simply forgotten for generations.”
Zarek Brot-Goldberg

Should Medicare Enrollees Be ‘Nudged’?: New Research Reveals Impact of Default Insurance Plans

Public health insurance is not one-size-fits-all, but too often, enrollees never deviate from their randomly assigned plans. A new working paper reveals the impacts of such behavior.

Forces of Darkness: The Strategic Dynamics of Territorial Control and Resource Allocation during Civil War

Join us for our Janaury Lunch and Learn with Scott Gates

Finding a Path: Taking the Next Step in Crime Prevention, Education

Join Senior Fellow Michael A. Nutter, the 98th Mayor of Philadelphia from 2008 to 2016, and Roseanna Ander, Founding Executive Director of the Crime Lab and Education Lab

International Policy and Development at Harris - Curriculum and Approach

Chris Blattman and Rebecca Wolfe give an overview of the international development courses and the value of a Harris international policy degree.