About
Founded at the University of Chicago, the Chicago Defense and Industry Group is a forum for interdisciplinary work on global defense, looking at government, markets, and technology, with a focus on the United States and Europe.
We plan to bring students and practitioners together for discussions, original writing, and informal gatherings.
Meetings
First meeting — Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:00–7:00 PM (Chicago time), Regenstein Library, Study Room 403.
Writing
No papers posted yet.
Leadership
- Subkhan AripovCo-founder
- Abe MilgramCo-founder
- Lorenzo OlivieriCo-founder
- Vincent LuCo-founder
- Sam RoizenVice President
- Aaron MortaraTreasurer
- Islam BuleshovDirector of Operations