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New Research Finds That "Headstrong" Girls and "Dependent" Boys Earn Less in Adulthood

Research
Children whose behavior differs from traditional gender norms and stereotypes tend to earn significantly less as adults.

IPAL Program Faculty Mini Class with Austin Wright

Admissions, Credential Programs
Join a live discussion with Austin Wright, Assistant Professor at the Harris School of Public Policy, and Shilin Liu, the PKU–UChicago International Policy Action Lab (IPAL) program faculty director.
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Interview with PKU-UChicago International Policy Action Lab (IPAL) Director Shilin Liu

The PKU-UChicago International Policy Action Lab (IPAL) gives students a foundation in policy analysis and coding with a space to apply the skills in a capstone research project. IPAL provides resources from Peking University and the University of Chicago to broaden the social experience and out-of-classroom learning. We spoke with Shilin Liu, Senior Director of International Partnerships and Executive Education, to learn about these resources for the upcoming 2022 program.
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The Overlooked Power of Moderate Voters in the Era of Polarization

Research
It’s indisputable that American elected officials are more politically polarized than ever before. Yet new research challenges the idea that voters are just as polarized.
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Introducing: Unlock Series

This year we’re excited to announce our Unlock Series – a list of programming and events you can access as an incoming student. By submitting your admission reply form and deposit, you’ll have access to a variety of resources.

Workshop: Getting a Job in Washington, DC

Students
Please join the Student Advisory Board and IOP virtually on Monday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m. CT to listen and learn from a panel of current UChicago students who have worked or interned in Washington, DC.
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Assistant Professor Peter Ganong Receives Prestigious Sloan Research Fellowship

News
Awarded annually since 1955, the Sloan Research Fellowship Program recognizes and rewards outstanding early-career faculty who have the potential to revolutionize their fields of study.
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"The Optimism of a Boxer in the Late Rounds": Jelani Cobb on the US's Troubling Racial Past – and Present

Black History Month
“I'm an optimist,” said Cobb, “but I have the optimism of a boxer in the late rounds. You've absorbed a lot of pain and a lot of difficulty, but if you're still on your feet, there's still a chance that you can win.”
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Student Profile: Ruoxi Chen, MPP'23, Policy Analytics Credential 2021

Student profile
“I’m an immigrant, and the way that I show my gratitude for my country is by being the best public servant that I can be.”
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Hearts at Harris: It's a Forever Thing ... with UChicago

News
Emily Perish and Zach Honoroff, both MPP’16, and Aida Pacheco-Applegate and David Applegate, both MPP’15, found love at Harris, and remain engaged with the University ... and each other.
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Student Profile: Hisham Yousif, MPP Class of 2023, Pearson Fellow

Student profile
“I’m an immigrant, and the way that I show my gratitude for my country is by being the best public servant that I can be.”

Admissions Overview of Harris Programs

Admissions
Want to learn more about the Harris School of Public Policy? Please join Assistant Director of Student Recruitment and Global Outreach Derek Kennedy for an overview of our full-time, part-time, and credential programs.