News

2020

Student Health and Wellness Resources

April 9, 2020

Students have a range of care options during Spring Quarter.


Convocation 2020

April 7, 2020

UChicago is planning a virtual Convocation ceremony to take place on June 13, to confer degrees and celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of the Class of 2020.


University Releases “Ripple Effects: New Music for Carillon at the University of Chicago”

April 7, 2020

The University of Chicago has released Ripple Effects: New Music for Carillon at the University of Chicago. The album features five live recordings from its historic Rockefeller Carillon New Music Festival, performances by award-winning musicians including University of Chicago carillonneur Joey Brink, and a composition by Grammy-winning composer Augusta Read Thomas.
 


Spring Quarter Message from Provost Lee

April 6, 2020

Provost Ka Yee Lee addresses the University community on the first day of Spring Quarter.


Spring Quarter Message from President Zimmer

April 5, 2020

President Robert J. Zimmer wishes the University community success during this Spring Quarter of remote learning.


Virtual Dance Lab

April 2, 2020

Dance company Lucky Plush offers free movement classes for UChicago students, faculty, and staff through their Virtual Dance Lab.


Robert J. Zimmer and Ka Yee C. Lee: Transitioning to Remote Learning for Spring Quarter

March 12, 2020

University President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee announced new steps to slow the spread of coronavirus.


The University of Chicago Campaign: Inquiry and Impact Results

February 25, 2020

President Robert J. Zimmer shares how the University of Chicago Campaign: Inquiry and Impact raised $5.43 billion, surpassing original and expanded expectations. 


A message from Provost Ka Yee Lee

February 3, 2020

Ka Yee Lee begins her work as Provost on February 3, 2020.


University Monitoring Coronavirus

January 23, 2020

The University is monitoring the public health situation relating to a novel strain of coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China.


Update on Support and Resources for Undocumented Members of our Community

January 23, 2020

Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen and Vice Provost Melissa Gilliam reiterate the University's support for members of the community who may be affected by potential changes to the DACA program.


Dean of Students in the University: Reminder on Policies and Laws Concerning Marijuana

January 9, 2020

Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen wrote to undergraduate and graduate students with important reminders about marijuana use on campus.


Ka Yee C. Lee Appointed Provost

January 7, 2020

UChicago President Robert J. Zimmer announced the appointment of Ka Yee C. Lee, Professor in the Department of Chemistry, the James Franck Institute, the Institute for Biophysical Dynamics, and the College, and Vice Provost for Research, as Provost of the University of Chicago starting February 1, 2020.


2019

Provost Daniel Diermeier becomes Chancellor of Vanderbilt University

December 4, 2019

Vanderbilt University is announcing that Provost Daniel Diermeier has been appointed Chancellor of Vanderbilt University, effective July 1, 2020.


Dean of Students in the University: Policies and Disclosures

September 26, 2019

Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen writes to students about how to locate specific policies and information that relate directly to the student experience.


Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

September 24, 2019

The University of Chicago’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is published annually and contains important safety-related information.


Sexual Misconduct Prevention Initiatives

September 23, 2019

Provost Daniel Diermeier highlights on-campus resources and efforts to prevent and address sexual misconduct, including the Office for Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Support.


Sexual Misconduct Awareness and Prevention Training Update

September 23, 2019

Dean of Students Michele Rasmussen details the mandatory annual sexual misconduct awareness and prevention training that all graduate students, professional students, and second- through fourth-year students are required to complete by October 25.


International Houses Worldwide Receive 2019 PIEoneer Award

September 20, 2019

International House at the University of Chicago, along with International Houses Worldwide, has been awarded one of the 2019 PIEoneer Awards for championing diversity. 


University Diversity & Inclusion Initiative

July 30, 2019

Vice Provost Melissa Gilliam shares the first report on the University's Diversity & Inclusion Initiative.


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