Tag archives for sports

2024

Chicago’s Unstoppable Sports Obsession: What Fuels the Fire?

Author: Seungmin Yeom Program of Study:  PhD in Chemistry, Physical Sciences Division (PSD) Description: Didn’t you realize that Chicagoans have an extraordinary passion for sports? I’ve been curious about this since my first visit to Chicago in 2016, when the Chicago Cubs won the World Series. In this podcast, we’re going to explore why their sports obsession is so...
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2019

Connection in terms of Baseball between Chicago and Japan

Author: Shodai Hasebe Program of Study: Master of Public Policy (MPP), Harris School of Public Policy (HAR) Description: In both Chicago and Japan, baseball are one of the most popular sports. Surprisingly, Chicago and Japan have had strong connection in terms of baseball from over 100 years ago. I’d like to discuss what kinds of connection they have, how...
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