There are a variety of services and programs available to support students' experience at the University of Chicago. As always, Campus and Student Life is offering medical and mental health support, wellbeing and fitness programs, emergency and crisis resources, and programs to help you form stronger connections with your peers and explore your interests outside of the classroom.
Health and Wellness Services
- COVID-19 Testing: Students experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or who have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 can be tested at no cost. These students can call UChicago Student Wellness at 773-834-WELL, and, if appropriate, staff will schedule you for testing at the University of Chicago Medicine curbside testing clinic.
- Medical Services: UChicago Student Wellness provides primary and acute care for a wide range of needs. Medical services are available through a combination of in-person or virtual options. In addition to primary care, services include immunizations, STI testing, allergy injections, and contraception consultations. We strongly encourage students to get their flu shot, either during one of our flu shot events, or during a medical visit.
- Mental Health Services: UChicago Student Wellness is providing counseling and psychiatric care virtually. Students who have urgent concerns can contact the clinician-on-call, 24/7, at 773-702-3625. Other virtual mental health services include weekly workshops to help students cope and stay resilient throughout the Autumn Quarter, and Let’s Talk, giving students access to free, informal, and confidential consultations with therapists with no appointment required.
- Wellbeing Programs: A variety of virtual wellbeing programs are also available, such as mindfulness meditation, restorative yoga, and Wellness Coaching.
Fitness and Recreation
- The FitChicago class program is offering free virtual drop-in fitness classes. This quarter’s offerings include Boot Camp, Cardio Kickboxing, and Zumba.
- The Ratner Athletics Center is open for students. Reservations must be made in advance to access the swimming pool and the cardio and weight training facilities.
Center for Leadership and Involvement (CLI)
CLI supports more than 400 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) across a range of interests, from community service and fine arts to politics. CLI has posted a list of resources to help RSOs operate virtually this quarter. CLI also offers leadership development programs to help students cultivate skills to become effective leaders.
Rockefeller Chapel and Spiritual Life
Rockefeller Chapel’s Sunday worship service is streamed and available on demand and features music from the vocal artists-in-residence, organ, and carillon. Students needing spiritual support can contact Rockefeller Chapel or Spiritual Life staff or speak with a religious advisor during online office hours. Spiritual Life’s virtual programs include 20 Minutes Still Meditation, Community Meditation, yoga, and regular chai/coffee chats with staff.
Support Services
Student Disability Services can help students with disabilities find services and accommodations to ensure equitable access to University programs. Students can connect with staff from the Office for Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Support via phone or Zoom to discuss any concerns related to sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
Emergency and Crisis Services
The University of Chicago Police Department and the Dean-on-Call and Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call are available 24/7, year-round. If you are concerned about the physical or mental wellbeing of another student, call the Dean-on-Call or report your concern online. More information about these resources is at help.uchicago.edu.