2015
President and Provost: Statement on Free Expression at the University of Chicago
January 6, 2015
University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Eric D. Isaacs update faculty, staff, and students on the Committee on Free Expression's statement.
Health Promotion and Wellness Shares How to Fight SAD
January 5, 2015
Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that usually begins during late fall and lasts through the winter months when there is less natural sunlight. Health Promotion and Wellness has created a map of sunny spots on campus to get your daily dose of natural light to help decrease symptoms of SAD.
2014
Airport Shuttles Available - Dec. 12 and 13
December 12, 2014
Student Government has coordinated shuttles running to O'Hare and Midway on Friday and Saturday.
Discounts at Local Businesses
December 12, 2014
Student Government, in partnership with UChicago Local, has secured discounts at local businesses for food, goods and services.
UChicago Dining Winter Break Hours
December 10, 2014
UChicago Dining locations will be open over Winter Break with limited hours of operation. Normal hours will resume on Monday, January 5.
5710 Open 24 Hours During Finals Week!
December 8, 2014
5710 S. Woodlawn will be open 24 hours a day to provide additional study space! Enjoy a wide assortment of snacks, coffee, and tea, and hot chocolate throughout the day and night.
In Remembrance: Nadia Ezaldein
December 1, 2014
Karen Warren Coleman, Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services emailed students on November 30 with this update.
FAQ on Facebook incident
November 24, 2014
Over the course of a week, University leaders sent two messages to the campus community about a disturbing incident involving a student’s Facebook page. These messages have raised a number of questions from members of our community. While the evolving nature of the situation and the sensitivity of the matter limit the amount of information that is publicly available, the following FAQ may help members of the community better understand the context.
Information on Community Support Sessions
November 24, 2014
In light of recent events, Campus and Student Life is hosting community support sessions for UChicago students, staff and faculty.
Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services: Update on Messages on Expressions of Hate
November 24, 2014
Following the email President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Eric D. Isaacs sent to the campus community last week, Karen Warren Coleman, Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services emailed the campus community on November 24 with this update on the incident.
Working Together on Campus Climate
November 20, 2014
On November 20, John W. Boyer, Dean of the College, and Karen Warren Coleman, Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services, sent this message to members of the faculty and student body who had written regarding their concerns about bias incidents on campus.
Exploring Sustainability Across Campus
November 6, 2014
Please join Steve Wiesenthal, Senior Associate Vice President for Facilities and University Architect, and Mike Stopka, Director of Sustainability, on Thursday, November 13th for a presentation and subsequent discussion of current and future campus planning and sustainable initiatives.
Abbey Bernardo hired as UChicago Diving Coach
November 4, 2014
Bernardo joins the Maroons after serving as Volunteer Assistant Diving Coach at the University of Illinois-Chicago in 2013-14 and Northwestern University in 2011-12. She also has club coaching experience at Oakton Diving Club (2009-12) and Windy City Diving Club (2012-present).
Student Disability Services Open House Oct. 22 Primary tabs
October 21, 2014
Student Disability Services will hold an open house at its new facilities located on the ground floor of the Ellis parking structure at 5501 S. Ellis Ave. The event will go from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., directly following the RISE event, Blake Leeper: My Personal Story.
Second Annual Blues Bowl: UChicago vs. Rhodes
October 1, 2014
The University of Chicago campus community is invited to the second annual Blues Bowl football game on Saturday, October 4, at noon. Come out to Stagg Field to watch the Maroons take on Rhodes College. Maroon Pride!
Stream UChicago Athletics Home Games!
September 30, 2014
Throughout the academic year, home athletics games will be broadcasted on Maroon TV or UChicago Athletics streaming websites. Interviews and game highlights will also appear intermittently on the Maroon TV and UChicago Athletics YouTube pages.
Vice President of Campus Life and Student Services and Dean of Students in the University: Statement on UChicago Community Values
September 29, 2014
Karen Warren Coleman, Vice President of Campus Life and Student Services, and Michele Rasmussen, Dean of Students in the University, issued a statement on September 29 about the community values of the University.
Move-In Travel Delays
September 26, 2014
Due to flight cancelations at both Midway and O’Hare Airports on Friday, September 26, 2014, some residents may be delayed in their arrivals to the College Houses. This will not impact a resident’s ability to check-in at their residence hall.
President and Provost: Articulating and Defending Free Expression
September 25, 2014
University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Eric D. Isaacs update faculty, staff, and students on the Committee on Free Expression.
Complimentary Season Passes for Faculty & Staff
September 19, 2014
The 2014-15 competition is already underway with our fall varsity teams and we are pleased to continue offering UChicago faculty and staff a complimentary season pass to all Maroon home events. This pass will admit you and accompanying guests, free of charge, to all regular season athletic contests taking place at home.