About

Diskord is a small, progressive newspaper based in the University of Chicago. We intend to fill the void that exists between the student community, progressive causes, and the outside world at the University of Chicago. We provide in depth coverage and analysis of international, domestic, and cultural issues, and a much needed progressive voice currently lacking in student media.

Our staff comprises of both undergraduate and graduate students. Some of our permanent members are:

Ayesha Siddiqi is a third-year from Pakistan, currently serving as Co-Editor for Diskord. She is also involved with the International Students Association and philanthropic endeavors on campus. As a Political Science and Near Eastern Language and Culure major, she is aspiring for a career in international journalism, and her ideal job is one that would take her all over the world.

Candice Brown is a co-editor of Diskord. She has been with the newspaper for three years and saw it transition from print to digital. She loves to travel and speak other languages. Consequently her articles focus on international sphere and as of late on the environment. As an environmental major she believes that big action is needed for the tough choices we’ll soon have to make.

Kunal Basu-Dutta, currently a freshman at the University of Chicago, was not born in a cross-fire hurricane, contrary to popular belief. At this moment, Kunal plans to major in classics with a minor in creative writing, focusing on lyric and modern poetry. As of late, he has been exploring Chicago, especially the music scene by being a DJ at WHPK (88.5 FM) and going to multiple venues and concerts. He is very interested in Chicago’s vibrant culture and people and hopes to increase the bond between students and the city.

Tiffany Young I’m a first year interested in journalism, publishing, English literature, and Japanese language and culture. She started writing for Diskord because she considers it a great outlet. The end result is usually food, travel,art, and whatever happens to catch her interest!

Dalia Rizk is a graduate student at the Divinity school. She often pens op-eds about American culture. She has been with Diskord for a year.