THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGOSociety of
Physics Students
Open to all majors. All about physics and phun.
Events
Join us every week for exciting activities, learning opportunities, and of course, pizza!
Professor Talks
Hear from leading researchers about cutting-edge physics topics
Integral Bees
Compete in friendly mathematical competitions
Python Workshops
Learn programming and computational physics
Research Rants
Students share their exciting research projects
Past Events
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Immunity Dynamics
How physics helps uncover the complex dynamics behind our body's response to threats.
Prof. Jerison discussed how physical principles and mathematical modeling can reveal the intricate dynamics of immune system responses, bridging biology and physics to understand how our bodies fight infections and diseases.
Physics Grad School Panel
Grad students share experiences and advice on applications and research.
Current graduate students shared their experiences applying to and navigating physics graduate programs, offering valuable insights on application strategies, research opportunities, and what to expect in grad school.
Annual Integral Bee
Put your calculus skills to the test—be crowned Master of Integrals.
Students competed in our annual calculus competition, solving challenging integrals in a fast-paced, friendly competition. The event showcased mathematical problem-solving skills and celebrated the beauty of calculus.
Professor Talk
Quantum field theory, string theory, black holes, and cosmology.
Prof. Kutasov explored cutting-edge topics in theoretical physics, including quantum field theory, string theory, black hole physics, and cosmology. He discussed the frontiers of our understanding of the universe and the fundamental laws of nature.
Mad Scientists: The Gossip of Physicists
A playful deep-dive into the legends and lore of famous physicists.
A fun and engaging exploration of the fascinating stories, legends, and behind-the-scenes tales of famous physicists throughout history. Learn about the human side of scientific discovery!
SPS x RAS: Kip Thorne
Nobel laureate and Interstellar advisor speaks about our universe.
Nobel Prize winner and Interstellar advisor Prof. Kip Thorne shared insights about gravitational waves, black holes, and the future of astrophysics. He discussed his groundbreaking work that led to the first detection of gravitational waves and his role as a scientific consultant for the film Interstellar.
Leadership
Our community is led by passionate undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and majors
2025–26 Board
Partner Organizations
We collaborate with other STEM-focused clubs to create a vibrant scientific community
Join Us
Become part of UChicago's vibrant physics community
Why Join?
No membership fees or applications required
No RSVPs needed for meetings or events
Free pizza at every meeting
Connect with peers passionate about physics
Learn from professors and graduate students
Participate in workshops and competitions
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