The University of Chicago Public Policy Podcast Network

The UC3P Mission and History

UC3P began as a Harris Student Organization (HSO) at the University of Chicago in Fall 2016. Since then, UC3P has also become a Recognized Student Organization (RSO) and has created numerous podcasts. We are always growing, both in developing our human capital as a student-run organization and in expanding our listenership.

Per our bylaws, the mission of UC3P is to promote the public discourse by creating a series of podcasts that talk about public policy. No topic is too small or large to be discussed. Our vision is to be a locally and nationally recognized student-run podcast network.

UC3P is committed to diversity. The organization seeks to promote all voices equally, regardless or race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation and preference, national origin, disability, marital status, age, political affiliation, religion, and prior arrest record or conviction record.

All members of UC3P must be degree-seeking candidates in good standing at the University of Chicago. No fee or renewal is necessary for membership.

UC3P is led by its Board, which is driven by two Co-Publishers.

 
 

2024-2025 Academic Year
Leadership Board

 
 

Lutfi HAKIM ARIFF

Co-Publisher

Lutfi is an independent producer who has worked in film, digital media, and publications. He focuses on making media for social impact, and creating safe and responsible platforms. 

Lutfi is currently in his second-year of the MPP program at UChicago's Harris School of Public Policy.

BEN HUYNH

Co-Publisher

Ben Huynh is involved nearly everywhere on campus with UC3P, VSA (Vietnamese Student Association), and PAMA (Pan-Asian Martial Arts). As a lifelong martial artist, aspiring DJ, and member of the East/Southeast Asian diasporic community, he values creating a space for people to grow in their own ways.

Ben is currently in his second-year of the MPP program at UChicago's Harris School of Public Policy.

 

Aby dwi prasetya

Marketing Manager

 Aby is an international development enthusiast who enjoys listening to podcasts in his free time. He believes in the power of narratives to shape public perceptions of policy and its effectiveness, and he is eager to create a platform where people can share their policy experiences through mainstream media.

Aby is currently in his second-year of the MPP program at UChicago's Harris School of Public Policy.

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Lead Producer

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Lead Editor

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Treasurer

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Operations Manager

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Open Leadership Board Positions
2026-2027

Applicants for the UC3P Leadership Board must be degree-seeking students in good standing at the University of Chicago. Click the titles below to learn more about the position. Click “Apply Now” to submit your application for any of open positions.

> Co-Publisher

 The Co-Publisher is responsible for:
- Strategizing and supporting the development and growth of the podcast network
- Acting as a leader and representing the podcast network to new and potential members, the university, and external stakeholders
- Recruiting new podcast members and network leaders through student activities fairs, networking events, and other avenues
- Providing timely quality control and actionable feedback for podcasts prior to publishing content
- Managing team and leadership meetings, including conducting the budget review and coordinating organizational planning
- Upholding the network bylaws, coordinating administrative affairs with HSO advisors, and ensuring timely filing of required activities reports.
Note: This position is shared between two leaders.
 

> Lead Producer

 The Lead Producer is responsible for:
- Organizing and training new producers and hosts
- Assisting with the development of new podcasts and episodes
- Maintaining studio equipment
- Producing live events
 

> Lead Editor

 The Lead Editor is responsible for:
- Organizing and training new sound engineers and editors
- Assisting with the development of new podcasts and episodes
- Offering mentorship and guidance to students interested in learning the editing process
- Using Audacity to provide timely edits to existing podcasts as needed.
 

> Marketing Director

 The Marketing Director is responsible for:
- Designing and developing marketing and communications materials for UC3P
- Working closely with podcast teams to create, edit, and brainstorm design elements including show logos, unique show art, and social media presence
- Assisting with monthly email newsletters
- Managing UC3P social media accounts
Helpful skills: proficiency with design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign or comparable software. Good communication skills.
 

> Operations Manager

 The Operations Manager is responsible for:
- Scheduling monthly leadership meetings: reserving rooms and note-taking during meetings
- Managing emails, Google Drive/document integrity, and contact lists
- Maintaining and updating organizational chart as needed
Helpful skills: comfortable with Google docs, sheets, forms; strong organizational skills and attention to detail

The following positions are not open for applications at the moment, but may become available later on. If you believe you might be interested in one of these positions should they open up, indicate your interest using the “Other” option on the application.

> Treasurer

 The Treasurer is responsible for:
- Managing payments, subscriptions, and financial status of organization
- Developing annual and quarterly budgets and applies for quarterly funding from various sources (HSG, alumni engagement, RSO annual allocations)
- Acting as the lead liaison with RSO/HSO budget development and represents UC3P's financial interests in meetings with student affairs
- Crafting budgets for events and swag
- Maintaining records of receipts for reimbursement.
 
 
 
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