<p>I ran into a friend today whose father is a bigwig at JP Morgan. My friend told me that his father wanted him to attend UChicago because his father felt that the best employees came from there-- I’m guessing that a combination of intelligence, a solid background in economics, and a passion for work that is characteristic of UChicago undergrads made us, in his dad’s opinion, great employees.</p>
<p>The UChicago undergraduate label does carry with it an “I love to do work” connotation, which can be frustrating at times when you try to explain to friends that YES, you do really love UChicago, and you really are having a GOOD TIME and FUN, but I guess it gives you an extra boost in the job market.</p>