2019
UChicago Awarded 2019 EVERFI Impact Award
June 27, 2019
The University of Chicago has been recognized with the 2019 EVERFI Impact Award for demonstrating excellence in sexual assault prevention programming.
Attend the 2019 AHEAD Virtual Conference
June 24, 2019
Attend a live streaming of the annual conference of the Association on Higher Education and Disability (“AHEAD”) on July 11 and 12, 2019 on campus, hosted by the Office for Access and Equity and Student Disability Services.
Dr. Meeta A. Kumar Named Director of Student Counseling Service
June 20, 2019
Dr. Meeta A. Kumar will be joining the University of Chicago as the Director of Student Counseling Service (SCS), effective September 1, 2019. Kumar is currently Deputy Executive Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at the University of Pennsylvania, where she has served for more than twenty years.
Simone Browne, AB’19, Passes Professional Carillon Examination through Guild of Carillonneurs in North America
June 19, 2019
Simone Browne, AB’19, member of the University of Chicago Guild of Carillonneurs, passed her professional examination at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, Florida last week. Under the guidance of Rockefeller Chapel's Joey Brink, Simone performed in front of more than a hundred carillonneurs from around the world gathered for the 77th Congress of the Guild of Carillonneurs in North America (GCNA).
Robert J. Zimmer: International Scholarship
June 10, 2019
Given recent developments impacting U.S.-China relations, along with questions about the nature of interactions between scholars in the U.S. and other countries, University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer wrote to reaffirm the University’s unwavering commitment to welcoming and supporting people of all backgrounds and nations.
Daniel Diermeier: University Position on Graduate Student Unionization
June 6, 2019
University of Chicago Provost Daniel Diermeier wrote to the University community to reaffirm the University's position on graduate student unionization.
Daniel Diermeier: Update on Graduate Education
May 30, 2019
University of Chicago Provost Daniel Diermeier wrote to the University community to provide an update on the work of the Committee on Graduate Education.
CSL Staff Award Nomination Process Underway
April 30, 2019
The annual CSL Staff Awards recognize staff members in CSL who have made valuable contributions to UChicago, whether through their interactions with students, faculty, staff, and others, or through the development of new systems, policies, and programs.
Nominate Staff Members for the Marlene F. Richman Award
April 30, 2019
Students may nominate staff members for this award, which is bestowed to an individual who deserves recognition for their excellence and dedication to students. The deadline for nominations is May 17.
Applications for Student Advisory Board/Committees, 2019-2020
April 29, 2019
Campus and Student Life and the Office of the Provost are seeking student applications for a number of important committees and boards for the 2019-2020 academic year.
Eric Heath: Survey on Campus Transportation and Parking
April 11, 2019
Safety & Security is asking for the campus community's input on their 2019 Campus Transportation Survey.
Daniel Diermeier: Report by the Committee on Graduate Education
April 10, 2019
The Committee on Graduate Education – composed of faculty and PhD students from across campus – was charged with providing a thorough and comprehensive assessment of the present state of PhD education at the University.
Eric Heath and Kevin Boyd: 9-1-1 Direct Dialing Begins March 28
March 28, 2019
Members of the campus community will no longer need to dial ‘9’ before dialing ‘9-1-1’ from University of Chicago telephones (e.g., land-line phones on desks or in common areas in University facilities) to reach emergency services.
April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
March 28, 2019
The Office of Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Support and the Student Government's Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Committee are hosting a number of events to mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April.
Robert J. Zimmer: Federal Action Regarding Free Expression on Campuses
March 4, 2019
University President Robert J. Zimmer writes to the campus community in light of news about a potential Executive Order concerning free expression on campuses.
Maurice Charles named dean of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
February 20, 2019
The Rev. Dr. Maurice Charles has been named dean of Rockefeller Memorial Chapel at the University of Chicago, effective July 1. Charles has deep ties to UChicago, having earned his MDiv and PhD from the Divinity School.
Spring 2019 Climate Survey on Sexual Misconduct
February 19, 2019
As announced on October 4, 2018, the University will be participating in the Association of American Universities (AAU) Spring 2019 climate survey as a part of our sustained commitment to preventing and addressing acts of sexual misconduct, increasing confidence in University processes and policies, and fostering a healthy and respectful environment for learning, living, and working.
Lunch & Learn: Informed Immigrant & DACA Developments
February 14, 2019
Ivette Morataya, Informed Immigrant Outreach Director, will provide an update on DACA and will discuss resources available through Informed Immigrant.
Classes Canceled through 12pm Thursday; Resume Thursday Afternoon
January 30, 2019
After reviewing weather forecasts that continue to call for extremely low temperatures and wind chill through Thursday morning, the President and Provost have extended the cancellation of all classes and non-essential activities through 12pm Thursday, Jan. 31.
CSL Closures for Jan. 29-31 Due to Extreme Weather
January 29, 2019
Further information on Campus and Student Life programs' availability on January 29-31.