<p>Also - when I took Ted O’Neill’s quote: “Remember, We Are The University of Chicago,” I meant it as I believe he did - disregarding what others may know about the school, Chicago maintains the highest possible standards in all its endeavors because those invested in the school believe it stands for excellence and preeminece. Dean O’Neill, administrators, students, etc. would all agree that the school lacks the star power of some of its peer institutions.</p>
<p>I don’t think that’s what O’Neill meant with his quote, however. For those that care and are invested in what Chicago is all about, the highest possible standards must be maintained. To be blunt, it’s not at all about what others from the outside think. It’s about what those on the inside know.</p>