Over one-third of Chicago’s Chinese American residents live in Chinatown and its adjacent neighborhoods, such as Bridgeport, McKinley Park, and Armour Square (1). Countless gift shops, family-owned restaurants, and small... Continue Reading →

A marshy wetland dominated by elks and wild turkeys, Portage Park saw little settlement until after 1816. The Northwest Plank Road and Northwestern Railroad drew factory workers to the area,... Continue Reading →

i wanted to be his carbon copy half of his being, half of his heart. to have the brown eyes that grounded the majority the ones that stared at me... Continue Reading →

i knew that my love was unrequited but i was feeling loved because of you anxiety and i stayed united because i can lose me but not you too a... Continue Reading →

As I started winding down and preparing for finals week, I found myself stuck on what neighborhood to try next. Major projects and lengthy papers admittedly kept me quite busy,... Continue Reading →

"Suburb Special" By Elysa Valeriano As I started winding down and preparing for finals week, I found myself stuck on what neighborhood to try next. Major projects and lengthy papers... Continue Reading →

"Humboldt Park" By Elysa Valeriano When I was in fifth grade, my drama teacher told my class that the two Puerto Rican steel flags on Division Street would “wave hello... Continue Reading →

Hi Honors students! This month, I’ll be sharing advice on housing costs and roommate tips! I’ll start with a basic rundown of typical housing costs, then go over common roommate... Continue Reading →