Podcast appearances and mentions of Robert J Zimmer

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Last Thursday, University President Robert J. Zimmer and Dean of the College John Boyer took questions from undergraduate students at a forum on free speech in I-House. Reporter Grace Hauck sat down with Vice President for Student Affairs Chase Harrison to talk about the event, as well as with several students who asked questions.Host: Grace Hauck Editor: Grace Hauck Featuring: Chase Harrison, Michael Weinrib, Madeleine Johnson, Matthew Foldi Music: Aaron Cendan

Over the last several years, the debate over free speech on college and university campuses has become the dominant issue facing higher education. Robert J. Zimmer, Ph.D., President of The University of Chicago, has emerged as a leading voice advocating for the freedom of speech and academic freedom on college and university campuses. President Zimmer shares his thoughts free speech.

As president of the University of Chicago, Robert J. Zimmer has a unique view to the challenges and opportunities facing higher education, and one of the biggest obstacles he sees is access for all students. While private institutions continue to offer greater financial support, Zimmer believes government and public institutions now need to do their part.  “Is the country going to invest in the future of young people, or is it not? And is it going to provide access to higher education for people from all sorts of financial backgrounds? I think this is so important to the future of the country,” says Zimmer, who is also one of the leading champions of free expression on college campuses. On this episode of Big Brains, Zimmer how a scholarly career in mathematics fostered his deep ties to the University; his efforts to expand the sciences (including engineering) and arts and humanities; and developments for UChicago around the world, including a new center in Hong Kong. Subscribe to Big Brains on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify, and rate and review the podcast.

Last Thursday, University President Robert J. Zimmer and Dean of the College John Boyer took questions from undergraduate students at a forum on free speech in I-House. Reporter Grace Hauck sat down with Vice President for Student Affairs Chase Harrison to talk about the event, as well as with several students who asked questions.Host: Grace Hauck Editor: Grace Hauck Featuring: Chase Harrison, Michael Weinrib, Madeleine Johnson, Matthew Foldi Music: Aaron Cendan

President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Daniel Diermeier hosted an evening of conversation celebrating the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy’s impact in the world and its future home, the Keller Center. The program on September 30, 2016, highlighted some of the innovative research happening at Harris and how the school is helping shape the future of public policy.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 525th Convocation of the University of Chicago took place on Friday, December 11, 2015, at 2 p.m. in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. All graduating candidates for the Autumn Quarter were invited to participate in this ceremony, during which President Robert J. Zimmer conferred degrees and presented each graduate with his or her diploma. The Convocation Address, “Slowing Down Reason,” was given by Judith B. Farquhar, the Max Palevsky Professor Emerita, Department of Anthropology and the College. The 125th Anniversary Address was given by Hanna Holborn Gray, President Emerita of the University and Harry Pratt Judson Distinguished Service Professor Emerita, Department of History and the College.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 525th Convocation of the University of Chicago took place on Friday, December 11, 2015, at 2 p.m. in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. All graduating candidates for the Autumn Quarter were invited to participate in this ceremony, during which President Robert J. Zimmer conferred degrees and presented each graduate with his or her diploma. The Convocation Address, “Slowing Down Reason,” was given by Judith B. Farquhar, the Max Palevsky Professor Emerita, Department of Anthropology and the College. The 125th Anniversary Address was given by Hanna Holborn Gray, President Emerita of the University and Harry Pratt Judson Distinguished Service Professor Emerita, Department of History and the College.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer and Athletic Director Erin McDermott speak to scholar-athletes about varsity athletics at UChicago. Journalist LZ Granderson delivers an “Aims of Athletics” address highlighting the need for respect and equal-treatment advocacy within athletics and the workplace.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer and Athletic Director Erin McDermott speak to scholar-athletes about varsity athletics at UChicago. Journalist LZ Granderson delivers an “Aims of Athletics” address highlighting the need for respect and equal-treatment advocacy within athletics and the workplace.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel, this long-standing tradition included a welcome by Elizabeth Davenport, Dean of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel; music from the University’s Motet Choir; the presentation of the Class of 2019 by Jim Nondorf, Vice President for Enrollment and Student Advancement and Dean of College Admissions and Financial Aid, to Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University; the official presentation of the Class of 2019 banner by an alumni leader; and an address about liberal education at the University delivered by John W. Boyer, Dean of the College.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel, this long-standing tradition included a welcome by Elizabeth Davenport, Dean of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel; music from the University’s Motet Choir; the presentation of the Class of 2019 by Jim Nondorf, Vice President for Enrollment and Student Advancement and Dean of College Admissions and Financial Aid, to Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University; the official presentation of the Class of 2019 banner by an alumni leader; and an address about liberal education at the University delivered by John W. Boyer, Dean of the College.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 524th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel on August 28, 2015. President Robert J. Zimmer welcomed students, families, and friends, followed by Provost Eric D. Isaacs’ introduction of the ceremony's featured speaker. Judith T. Zeitlin, William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor, Department Of East Asian Languages and Civilizations and the College, delivered an address titled "The World As Stage.” In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 524th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel on August 28, 2015. President Robert J. Zimmer welcomed students, families, and friends, followed by Provost Eric D. Isaacs’ introduction of the ceremony's featured speaker. Judith T. Zeitlin, William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor, Department Of East Asian Languages and Civilizations and the College, delivered an address titled "The World As Stage.” In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The Spring 2015 College Diploma Ceremony was held on the Main Quadrangle on June 13, 2015. President Robert J. Zimmer offered opening remarks, followed by Provost Eric D. Isaacs' introduction of the three student speakers chosen by their classmates and UChicago faculty, Natalaya Samee, Andrew Minjae Kim and Miranda Nicole Cherkas. Recipients of the Llewellyn John and Harriet Manchester Quantrell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching also received their awards from President Zimmer. In the last half of the ceremony, President Zimmer presented diplomas to graduating students according to their Collegiate divisions.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 523rd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 13, 2015, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Shulamit Ran, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Why We Make Are." The Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director for The Joffrey Ballet. In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer bestowed honorary degrees upon distinguished scholars and conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The Spring 2015 College Diploma Ceremony was held on the Main Quadrangle on June 13, 2015. President Robert J. Zimmer offered opening remarks, followed by Provost Eric D. Isaacs' introduction of the three student speakers chosen by their classmates and UChicago faculty, Natalaya Samee, Andrew Minjae Kim and Miranda Nicole Cherkas. Recipients of the Llewellyn John and Harriet Manchester Quantrell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching also received their awards from President Zimmer. In the last half of the ceremony, President Zimmer presented diplomas to graduating students according to their Collegiate divisions.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 523rd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 13, 2015, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Shulamit Ran, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Why We Make Are." The Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director for The Joffrey Ballet. In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer bestowed honorary degrees upon distinguished scholars and conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 523rd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 13, 2015, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and degree candidates in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Shulamit Ran, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Why We Make Art." The Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director, The Joffrey Ballet. The University also presented four honorary degrees to those who have made extraordinary contributions in their fields: glaciologist Richard B. Alley at Pennsylvania State University; cancer researcher Titia de Lange at Rockefeller University; economics professor Andreu Mas-Colell at Universitat Pompeu Fabra; and analytic number theorist Peter Sarnak at Princeton University. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 523rd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 13, 2015, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and degree candidates in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Shulamit Ran, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Why We Make Art." The Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Ashley Wheater, Artistic Director, The Joffrey Ballet. The University also presented four honorary degrees to those who have made extraordinary contributions in their fields: glaciologist Richard B. Alley at Pennsylvania State University; cancer researcher Titia de Lange at Rockefeller University; economics professor Andreu Mas-Colell at Universitat Pompeu Fabra; and analytic number theorist Peter Sarnak at Princeton University. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 523rd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 13, 2015, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and degree candidates in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Shulamit Ran, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Why We Make Art."

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 523rd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 13, 2015, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and degree candidates in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Shulamit Ran, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Why We Make Art."

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer announced the University’s new Urban Labs initiative on March 9, 2015, as part of an event at the Chicago Cultural Center titled “Transforming Cities with Evidence-Based Policy.” The program featured remarks by US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julián Castro and a panel discussion with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, moderated by Roseanna Ander, founding executive director of UChicago’s Urban Education Lab and Crime Lab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer announced the University’s new Urban Labs initiative on March 9, 2015, as part of an event at the Chicago Cultural Center titled “Transforming Cities with Evidence-Based Policy.” The program featured remarks by US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julián Castro and a panel discussion with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, moderated by Roseanna Ander, founding executive director of UChicago’s Urban Education Lab and Crime Lab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 522nd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on March 20, 2015, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced University Professor Kenneth Pomeranz, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Striving For Incompleteness.” President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 522nd Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on March 20, 2015, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced University Professor Kenneth Pomeranz, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Striving For Incompleteness.”

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer announced the launch of the UChicago Urban Labs initiative at the Chicago Cultural Center on March 9, 2015. Timothy Knowles, the newly appointed Pritzker Director of UChicago Urban Labs, gave introductory remarks. Thomas J. Pritzker, executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation and chairman and CEO of The Pritzker Organization, delivered remarks. UChicago Urban Labs will design and test the most promising urban policies and programs across five key areas: crime, education, energy and the environment, health, and poverty. The Pritzker Foundation provided $10 million in seed funding for Urban Labs.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer announced the launch of the UChicago Urban Labs initiative at the Chicago Cultural Center on March 9, 2015. Timothy Knowles, the newly appointed Pritzker Director of UChicago Urban Labs, gave introductory remarks. Thomas J. Pritzker, executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation and chairman and CEO of The Pritzker Organization, delivered remarks. UChicago Urban Labs will design and test the most promising urban policies and programs across five key areas: crime, education, energy and the environment, health, and poverty. The Pritzker Foundation provided $10 million in seed funding for Urban Labs.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. An event at the Chicago Cultural Center on March 9, 2015, featured remarks by Julián Castro, US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); introductory remarks by Timothy Knowles, the newly appointed Pritzker Director of UChicago Urban Labs; and the official announcement of the Urban Labs initiative by UChicago President Robert J. Zimmer. A lively panel discussion with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter was moderated by Roseanna Ander, executive director of UChicago’s Crime Lab and Education Lab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. An event at the Chicago Cultural Center on March 9, 2015, featured remarks by Julián Castro, US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); introductory remarks by Timothy Knowles, the newly appointed Pritzker Director of UChicago Urban Labs; and the official announcement of the Urban Labs initiative by UChicago President Robert J. Zimmer. A lively panel discussion with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter was moderated by Roseanna Ander, executive director of UChicago’s Crime Lab and Education Lab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 521st Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on December 12, 2014, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor David Archer, who delivered the Convocation Address, "The Great Carbon Conspiracy."

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 521st Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on December 12, 2014, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor David Archer, who delivered the Convocation Address, "The Great Carbon Conspiracy." President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Keynote Address by James Heckman and remarks by Robert J. Zimmer, president of the University of Chicago, and Lars Peter Hansen, the David Rockefeller Distinguished Service Professor in Economics, Statistics, and the College. James Heckman is the Henry Schultz Distinguished Service Professor in Economics and the College. Clip from "Conversations with History" used with permission at 26:51.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Keynote Address by James Heckman and remarks by Robert J. Zimmer, president of the University of Chicago, and Lars Peter Hansen, the David Rockefeller Distinguished Service Professor in Economics, Statistics, and the College. James Heckman is the Henry Schultz Distinguished Service Professor in Economics and the College. Clip from "Conversations with History" used with permission at 26:51.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer and Vice President Karen Warren Coleman speak to scholar-athletes about varsity athletics at the University of Chicago. Athletic Director Erin McDermott delivers an "Aims of Athletics" address highlighting the past and present of collegiate athletics and the aims of UChicago Athletics.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. This long-standing tradition includes a welcome by Elizabeth Davenport, Dean of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel; music from the University's Motet Choir; the presentation of the Class of 2018 by James Nondorf, Vice President for Enrollment and Student Advancement, to Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University; the official presentation of the Class of 2018 Banner by an alumni leader; and an address about liberal education at the University delivered by Greg Miarecki, President of the Alumni Board of Governors.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. On October 1, 2014, the University of Chicago announced a comprehensive undergraduate initiative to broaden access to the College, reduce college debt, simplify the application process, and provide expanded career opportunities. The main element is No Barriers, which eliminates the need for student loans from need-based financial aid packages, removes application fees for all students applying for financial aid, simplifies the process for obtaining financial aid, and guarantees paid internships for students from low-income families during the summer after their first academic year. Participants in this event at the University of Chicago Gleacher Center included University President Robert J. Zimmer; John W. Boyer, Dean of the College, College student Anthony Downer, and college counselor Lindsey R. Hunter.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 520th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on August 29, 2014, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor David Owen Meltzer, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Mean and Variance." President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 520th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on August 29, 2014, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor David Owen Meltzer, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Mean and Variance."

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University of Chicago; Piermaria Oddone, Fermilab Director; Eric Isaacs, Argonne National Laboratory Director, and Trudy Vincent, UChicago Associate Vice President for Federal Relations, discuss the promise and challenges of doing big science. Steve Edwards, Deputy Director, Programming, UChicago Institute of Politics, is moderator of the discussion, which took place on May 16, 2013, at the Museum of Science and Industry. The event was the seventh in a series of Joint Speaker programs begun in 2010 by the University's Office of the Vice President for Research and for National Laboratories. The purpose of the series is to build connections and spark collaborations among University faculty members and scientists, researchers, and engineers at Argonne and Fermilab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The Spring 2014 College Diploma Ceremony was held on the Main Quadrangle on June 14, 2014. President Robert J. Zimmer offered opening remarks, followed by Provost Eric D. Isaacs' introduction of the three student speakers chosen by their classmates and UChicago faculty, Katherine Lynn Burkhart, Samuel Raphael Levine, and Aerik Christin Francis. Recipients of the Llewellyn John and Harriet Manchester Quantrell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching also received their awards from President Zimmer. In the last half of the ceremony, President Zimmer presented diplomas to graduating students according to their Collegiate divisions.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 519th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 14, 2014, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Eric D. Isaacs introduced Professor Kerwin Charles, who delivered the Convocation Address, "Type and Context." The William Benton Medal for Distinguished Public Service was presented to the Honorable Abner J. Mikva, University of Chicago Alumnus, J.D. '51; and the Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Josephine Lee, President and Artistic Director for the Chicago Children's Choir. In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer bestowed honorary degrees upon distinguished scholars and conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 518th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on March 21, 2014, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum introduced Associate Professor Adam Green, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Happiness Gained Through Struggle.” President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The Presidential Forum was the first in a series of events the University held March 28 – 30, celebrating the opening of the new UChicago Center in Delhi. Hosted by University President Robert J. Zimmer and moderated by Raghuram Rajan, governor of the Reserve Bank of India and a distinguished service professor of finance, on leave from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, the forum featured leaders in academia, business and government: Randall S. Kroszner, the Norman R. Bobins Professor of Economics at Chicago Booth; Shobhana Bhartia, chairperson and editorial director of the Hindustan Times Group; Chanda Kochhar, managing director and CEO of ICICI Bank; and Arun Maira, member of the Planning Commission for the government of India.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 517th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on December 13, 2013, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum introduced Professor David E. Wellbery, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Faust’s Despair and the Life of Learning.” President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 517th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on December 13, 2013, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum introduced Professor David E. Wellbery, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Faust’s Despair and the Life of Learning.” President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. President Robert J. Zimmer discusses the different strategic roles that Visiting Committees play at the University of Chicago. For more information, please visit: http://vc.uchicago.edu

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Watch an exciting evening of new works and dynamic performances celebrating the opening of the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, featuring UChicago faculty, students, and alumni, as well as partners and performers from across Chicago. This special dedication ceremony was webcast via UChicago Live. Program: - Performance by Manual Cinema - Welcome Remarks by Thomas Rosenbaum, Provost - Logan Promenades: composition by Shulamit Ran; Performed by Kari Lee and Matthew Lee - Introduction by Larry Norman, Deputy Provost for the Arts - Poem by Adam Zagajewski - "Great Art is Born Out of Community" video - Remarks by Michelle Boone, Commissioner, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, City of Chicago - Spoken word performance by students of the University of Chicago Woodlawn Charter School - "Logan Center Teaser" video - Dedication Address by Robert J. Zimmer, President - "Remembering David Logan (1918-2011)" video - Introduction by Bill Michel, Executive Director of the Logan Center - Ribbon Cutting with a performance by the University Symphony Orchestra and University of Chicago Choirs

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. This long-standing tradition includes a welcome by Elizabeth Davenport, Dean of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel; music from the University’s Motet Choir; the presentation of the Class of 2017 by James Nondorf, Vice President for Enrollment and Student Advancement and Dean of College Admissions and Financial Aid, to Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University; the official presentation of the Class of 2017 Banner by an alumni leader; and an address about liberal education at the University delivered by John W. Boyer, Dean of the College.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago alumni, parents, and friends join President Robert J. Zimmer for a discussion about the ideas, people, and discoveries that shape the University and inform its impact on the global community.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The Spring 2013 College Diploma Ceremony was held on the Main Quadrangle on June 15, 2013. President Robert J. Zimmer offered opening remarks, followed by Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum's introduction of the three student speakers chosen by their classmates and UChicago faculty, Jonathan Grabinsky Zabludovsky, Rahul Roy, and Amara Grace Ugwu. Recipients of the Llewellyn John and Harriet Manchester Quantrell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching also received their awards from President Zimmer. In the last half of the ceremony, President Zimmer presented diplomas to graduating students according to their Collegiate divisions.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 515th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 15, 2013, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum introduced Professor Abbie J. Smith, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Corporate Governance: Is It Personal?” The William Benton Medal for Distinguished Public Service was presented to Susanne Ghez, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Renaissance Society; and the Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Jeanne Gang, Principal and Founder of Studio Gang Architects. In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer bestowed honorary degrees upon distinguished scholars and conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The University Ceremony of the 515th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on June 15, 2013, on the Main Quadrangle. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a procession, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum introduced Professor Abbie J. Smith, who delivered the Convocation Address, “Corporate Governance: Is It Personal?” The William Benton Medal for Distinguished Public Service was presented to Susanne Ghez, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Renaissance Society; and the Rosenberger Medal was awarded to Jeanne Gang, Principal and Founder of Studio Gang Architects. In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer bestowed honorary degrees upon distinguished scholars and conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The Spring 2013 College Diploma Ceremony was held on the Main Quadrangle on June 15, 2013. President Robert J. Zimmer offered opening remarks, followed by Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum's introduction of the three student speakers chosen by their classmates and UChicago faculty, Jonathan Grabinsky Zabludovsky, Rahul Roy, and Amara Grace Ugwu. Recipients of the Llewellyn John and Harriet Manchester Quantrell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching also received their awards from President Zimmer. In the last half of the ceremony, President Zimmer presented diplomas to graduating students according to their Collegiate divisions.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University of Chicago; Piermaria Oddone, Fermilab Director; Eric Isaacs, Argonne National Laboratory Director, and Trudy Vincent, UChicago Associate Vice President for Federal Relations, discuss the promise and challenges of doing big science. Steve Edwards, Deputy Director, Programming, UChicago Institute of Politics, is moderator of the discussion, which took place on May 16, 2013, at the Museum of Science and Industry. The event was the seventh in a series of Joint Speaker programs begun in 2010 by the University's Office of the Vice President for Research and for National Laboratories. The purpose of the series is to build connections and spark collaborations among University faculty members and scientists, researchers, and engineers at Argonne and Fermilab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Robert J. Zimmer, President of the University of Chicago; Piermaria Oddone, Fermilab Director; Eric Isaacs, Argonne National Laboratory Director, and Trudy Vincent, UChicago Associate Vice President for Federal Relations, discuss the promise and challenges of doing big science. Steve Edwards, Deputy Director, Programming, UChicago Institute of Politics, is moderator of the discussion, which took place on May 16, 2013, at the Museum of Science and Industry. The event was the seventh in a series of Joint Speaker programs begun in 2010 by the University's Office of the Vice President for Research and for National Laboratories. The purpose of the series is to build connections and spark collaborations among University faculty members and scientists, researchers, and engineers at Argonne and Fermilab.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 514th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel on March 22, 2013. President Robert J. Zimmer welcomed students, families, and friends, followed by Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum’s introduction of the ceremony’s featured speaker. Richard A. Rosengarten, Associate Professor of Religion and Literature in the Divinity School, delivered the convocation address, titled “In Retrospect.” In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 514th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel on March 22, 2013. President Robert J. Zimmer welcomed students, families, and friends, followed by Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum’s introduction of the ceremony’s featured speaker. Richard A. Rosengarten, Associate Professor of Religion and Literature in the Divinity School, delivered the convocation address, titled “In Retrospect.” In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 513th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on December 14, 2012, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a processional, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum went on to introduce Professor Sidney R. Nagel, who delivered the Convocation Address, entitled “The Power of Observation.” President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 513th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held on December 14, 2012, in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago Pipe Band led distinguished faculty and graduating students in a processional, followed by opening remarks from President Robert J. Zimmer. Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum went on to introduce Professor Sidney R. Nagel, who delivered the Convocation Address, entitled “The Power of Observation.” President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Milton Friedman was one of the greatest economists of the 20th century. His continuing influence results from the power of his ideas—ideas built on the twin pillars of sound economic theory and careful empirical analysis. We invite you to join University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer, professors Gary Becker and Lars Hansen, and Research Scholar Scott Kominers in a discussion of the lasting impact of Milton Friedman and the University of Chicago’s Becker Friedman Institute. Learn more about the Becker Friedman Institute for Research in Economics at bfi.uchicago.edu

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Milton Friedman was one of the greatest economists of the 20th century. His continuing influence results from the power of his ideas—ideas built on the twin pillars of sound economic theory and careful empirical analysis. We invite you to join University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer, professors Gary Becker and Lars Hansen, and Research Scholar Scott Kominers in a discussion of the lasting impact of Milton Friedman and the University of Chicago’s Becker Friedman Institute. Learn more about the Becker Friedman Institute for Research in Economics at bfi.uchicago.edu

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel joins University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer for the launch of a multipronged initiative designed to help Chicago high school students gain admission to, pay for, and thrive in college.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. The 512th Convocation of the University of Chicago was held in Rockefeller Memorial Chapel on August 24, 2012. President Robert J. Zimmer welcomed students, families, and friends, followed by Provost Thomas Rosenbaum's introduction of the ceremony's featured speaker. Marsha R. Rosner, Charles B. Huggins Professor and Director of the Ben May Department for Cancer Research, delivered an address titled "Who Owns You?" In the second half of the ceremony, President Zimmer conferred degrees upon candidates in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools. The program also included performances by the University of Chicago Motet Choir and the Millar Brass Ensemble.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer reiterates Martin Luther King Jr.'s message of equality through education and introduces the recipients of the University's annual Diversity Leadership Awards, Shayne Evans (managing director of the Urban Education Institute and director of the University of Chicago Charter School) and Sylvia Puente (executive director of the Latino Policy Forum). Their work exemplifies a commitment to freedom and equality in serving diverse populations in Chicago. Also speaking is Geoffrey Canada, President and CEO of the Harlem Children's Zone in New York, which pledges to provide children with better schools and education.

If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please send a message to digicomm@uchicago.edu. University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer reiterates Martin Luther King Jr.'s message of equality through education and introduces the recipients of the University's annual Diversity Leadership Awards, Shayne Evans (managing director of the Urban Education Institute and director of the University of Chicago Charter School) and Sylvia Puente (executive director of the Latino Policy Forum). Their work exemplifies a commitment to freedom and equality in serving diverse populations in Chicago. Also speaking is Geoffrey Canada, President and CEO of the Harlem Children's Zone in New York, which pledges to provide children with better schools and education.