# UChicago Dating: The Sexy Lamp Test Explained

Sadie Laurel explores the 'Sexy Lamp Test' to distinguish platonic from romantic interest in UChicago dating scenarios. The concept involves replacing female characters with a sexy lamp to assess narrative integrity. It's presented as a humorous, critical tool for analyzing film and real-life relationships.

https://chicagomaroon.com/54215/viewpoints/column/hardcore-curriculum-watt-is-love/

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Created: 2026-10-21T22:40:09.174518+00:00

Last edited: 2026-10-21T22:40:09.174518+00:00

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Original source: https://chicagomaroon.com/54215/viewpoints/column/hardcore-curriculum-watt-is-love/