2021
Winter Quarter Travel and Quarantine Procedures
January 8, 2021
Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen wrote to students to share important information on the Winter Quarter travel restrictions and quarantine procedures.
Preparing for Winter Quarter
January 4, 2021
As the University community prepares for the start of Winter Quarter on January 11, President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee wrote to outline some of the work needed in the months ahead to build upon the intensive efforts that allowed for a successful Autumn Quarter in the context of COVID-19.
2020
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
December 21, 2020
The University of Chicago’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is published annually and contains important safety-related information.
Building on COVID-19 Successes for Winter Quarter
December 11, 2020
Provost Ka Yee C. Lee writes to the campus community to share thanks once more for our campus community’s diligence and success in implementing public health precautions this fall, and to look ahead as we prepare for a safe and healthy Winter Quarter.
U.S. District Courts’ Recent Immigration-Related Rulings
December 9, 2020
President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee wrote to update the campus community on two federal court rulings issued last week, which represent positive developments for the University’s international and undocumented populations.
Precautions for Holiday Travel and Reinforcement of Remote Work
November 13, 2020
In light of worsening pandemic implications regionally and across much of the country, the University is requiring expanded precautions around holiday travel and encouraging the use of work-from-home options wherever possible.
Health Considerations for Thanksgiving Travel
November 6, 2020
Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen provided reminders and advice to help students prevent the spread of COVID-19 while traveling and in their home communities.
International Travel and COVID-19 Testing
November 6, 2020
Nick Seamons, Director, Office of International Affairs, and Blake Wilcox, Executive Director, COVID-19 Testing Program, provide guidance to international students on pre-travel COVID-19 testing.
Upcoming Elections
October 30, 2020
Provost Ka Yee C. Lee wrote to the campus community on how to prepare for the upcoming elections.
Changes to the Academic Calendar for Winter and Spring Quarters
October 29, 2020
Provost Ka Yee C. Lee shares information about schedules and other preparations for the Winter and Spring Quarters.
Staying Safe on Halloween
October 28, 2020
Associate Vice President for Safety and Security Eric Heath shares tips and information – regarding security as well as public health – to help you have a safe and enjoyable holiday.
Upcoming Elections
October 27, 2020
With Election Day approaching on November 3, Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen wrote to share information about related events and programming for members of our campus community.
Booth Moving to Remote Format for Two Weeks
October 14, 2020
Booth’s downtown and Hyde Park locations will be closed to all students and all classes will move to full remote teaching for the next two weeks.
UChicago COVID-19 Voluntary Surveillance Testing Program
October 13, 2020
Off-campus students can apply to be apart of the UChicago COVID-19 Voluntary Surveillance Testing Program until Thursday, October 15.
Voter Registration Information
October 5, 2020
Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen wrote to provide students with information about voter registration in accordance with the federal Higher Education Act.
Socializing Safely During the Pandemic
October 2, 2020
Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen provided tips on socializing safely while also upholding policies and practices to keep our community safe and healthy.
Fall Welcome
September 29, 2020
President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee welcomed new and returning faculty, students, researchers, lecturers, and staff.
Addressing Non-Compliance with UChicago COVID-19 Attestation and Health Pact
September 24, 2020
Michele Rasmussen wrote to students with an update to the September 4 message on expectations for Autumn Quarter, particularly on consequences for not complying with COVID-19 health and safety policies.
COVID-19 Testing Update
September 24, 2020
After the first three days of the student move-in process into University residence halls, Ka Yee Lee and Michele Rasmussen wrote to provide an update on move-in and on our initial COVID-19 Mandatory Surveillance Testing Program results.
University launches campaign to drive awareness, adoption of UChicago Health Pact
September 23, 2020
As the UChicago community prepares for the start of Autumn Quarter, the University is launching a campaign to drive awareness and adoption for the UChicago Health Pact—a shared commitment to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and reinforce a culture of public health as people return to campus.