2022
Support for the University Community
February 24, 2022
Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen and Director of the Office of International Affairs Nick Seamons wrote to the University of community following the invasion into Ukraine.
The Connection Between Food, Art, and Culture
February 24, 2022
Join UChicago Dining for their capstone Black History Month event.
Establishment of the Department of Race, Diaspora, and Indigeneity
February 23, 2022
Following a multi-year, faculty driven process, the Council of the Senate of the University of Chicago voted Tuesday to create a new Department of Race, Diaspora, and Indigeneity.
Inclement Weather Forecast
February 1, 2022
UChicago is closely monitoring a winter storm that is expected to create hazardous road conditions. While classes are scheduled to continue Wednesday, the storm will affect some people’s ability to travel.
Transition of College Leadership
January 24, 2022
John W. Boyer will step down as Dean of the College at the end of the 2022-23 academic year.
In-Person Activities and Free Mask Distribution
January 21, 2022
After more than a month of closely monitoring the impact of the Omicron variant nationwide and in Chicago, the University is moving forward with plans to resume in-person instruction on January 24, in consultation with experts at the University of Chicago Medicine.
Always Think Safety Campaign
January 20, 2022
As we return to campus, and at a time when issues of public safety are at the forefront, the University is launching a new public safety information campaign, Always Think Safety.
2022 Student Leader Awards Nominations
January 19, 2022
Students are encouraged to nominate fellow College, graduate, and professional students who deserve recognition for all they have done for the University.
COVID-19 Testing Programs at the University
January 12, 2022
The University will open a testing location in Stuart Hall that will be the exclusive campus location for symptomatic testing.
2021
Steps to Confirm COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Status
December 30, 2021
Provost Ka Yee C. Lee and Executive Vice President of the University and Chief of Staff in the Office of the President Katie Callow-Wright wrote to outline the process to submit proof of receiving a booster shot or apply for an approved exemption.
Delayed Start of Winter Quarter
December 23, 2021
The University is delaying the start of Winter Quarter for most schools and divisions by one week—to January 10, 2022. Additionally, the University is moving to a remote-only instructional format for the first two weeks of the quarter.
Booster Shot Requirement and Additional COVID-19 Reminders and Precautions for Winter Quarter
December 20, 2021
The University remains focused on limiting the spread of COVID-19 and rely on consultation from experts from the University of Chicago Medicine, the City, and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
Council on UChicago/Community Relations: Historical, Contemporary, and Future
December 17, 2021
This independent council will undertake the critically important work of exploring and addressing the University’s historical relationship with its surrounding neighborhoods, examining progress made in our partnership, and identifying ways in which the University and community can strengthen this partnership for the future.
Update on Lyft Ride Smart Program
December 16, 2021
In light of input from students and continued concerns regarding safety, UChicago’s Lyft Ride Smart program will remain available 7 days a week from 5 p.m. to 4 a.m. through the end of the 2021-22 academic year. We are continually assessing future options for the program and will communicate any further changes as they are determined.
Update on Public Safety, Violence Prevention, and Community Support
December 10, 2021
University President Paul Alivisatos and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee shared information about the University’s ongoing work to improve public safety and help strengthen communities in areas on and around our campus and in Chicago more broadly.
Update on Lyft Ride Smart Program
November 23, 2021
In light of recent input from students and continued concerns regarding safety, UChicago’s Lyft Ride Smart program will remain available 7 days a week through the end of the calendar year. In addition, the program’s hours will be expanded to 5 p.m. to 4 a.m. starting today, Tuesday, November 23, through December 31, 2021.
HEERF III Deadline Extension and Increased Income Threshold for Students
November 22, 2021
The University has extended the deadline – to December 1, 2021 – for eligible students to submit an application for Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III) funding.
Memorial Service for Shaoxiong “Dennis” Zheng on Nov. 18
November 16, 2021
The University will hold a memorial service on Thursday, November 18 at 3:00 pm CT for Shaoxiong “Dennis” Zheng, a recent University graduate who was killed on November 9.
UChicago Dining to Host Friendsgiving and Give a Pie, Get a Pie Events on November 18
November 15, 2021
On Thursday, November 18, UChicago Dining will host Thank-Ful a Friendsgiving event focused on celebrating togetherness, expressing gratitude, and giving back to the Hyde Park and Woodlawn communities.
Working Together to Address Violence
November 10, 2021
In a video, University President Paul Alivisatos expresses the University’s deepest sympathy for the family and other loved ones of our alumnus, Shaoxiong “Dennis” Zheng.