2022
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.
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.
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.
2021
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.
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.
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.
Today’s Incidents
November 9, 2021
University President Paul Alivisatos and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee share more information about off-campus incidents that occurred and ways for the University community to reach support.
2020-21 Campus and Student Life Staff Awards, Marlene Richman Award Winners Announced
October 22, 2021
Five CSL staff members and a Harris Public Policy staff member were honored for their accomplishments.
Sexual Misconduct Awareness and Prevention Training Update
October 4, 2021
All enrolled graduate students, professional students, and second- through fourth-year students in the College are required to complete an online training program.
Supporting the Full Participation of Our Community
October 1, 2021
Diversity and inclusion of different perspectives, experiences, and abilities is integral to the process of rigorous inquiry which is foundational to the University. Provost Ka Yee C. Lee wrote to members of our community to take an active role in creating and maintaining this environment.
Independent Review Committee Opportunity for College Students
September 30, 2021
Campus and Student Life is seeking one undergraduate student to join the Independent Review Committee (IRC), which reviews citizen complaints of abusive language, violation of rights, excessive force, and dereliction of duty brought against the UCPD.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
September 28, 2021
In addition to the safety measures that were detailed in the August 16 and September 21 messages to the campus community, the University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is published annually and contains important safety-related information as required for all universities by federal law.
Fall Welcome Message
September 27, 2021
University President Paul Alivisatos and Provost Ka Yee C. Lee recorded a welcome message with information about the upcoming year.
Student Information: Policies and Disclosures
September 23, 2021
Dean of Students in the University Michele Rasmussen detailed important resources available to you as members of the University of Chicago community.
Commitment to Undergraduate Financial Aid and Educational Access
August 16, 2021
The University of Chicago is launching a new $200 million commitment to educational access and financial aid for undergraduate students in honor of President Robert J. Zimmer.
Update on Missing College Student
July 9, 2021
The University of Chicago learned that Ilan Naibryf, a rising fourth-year student in the College, is confirmed to be among those who died in the tragic collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium building in Surfside, Florida, on June 24.
Update on Shooting Involving a University Student
July 4, 2021
The University of Chicago has learned that the undergraduate student shot on Thursday, July 1, while sitting in an off-campus Chicago Transit Authority train has passed away from his injuries. He was Max Solomon Lewis, a rising third-year student in the College.
Shooting Involving a University Student
July 2, 2021
The University has learned that a student in the College was shot and injured by what appears to be a stray bullet.