Brenden Jones is a second-year undergraduate at the University of Chicago majoring in Economics. He joined CPOST as a Research Assistant in the fall of 2024. A former Team Leader in the U.S. Army Infantry, he now serves as President of the Veteran Scholar Association (VSA) at UChicago. In his free time, Brenden enjoys exploring his passion for American football, health and fitness, and outdoor activities. He intends to graduate in the spring of 2026.