Other On-Campus Resources

There are many resources here at the University of Chicago that are made available to students. We encourage you to take a look at all of the information below, so that you know what is available if you are ever in need of it. Resources for how to stay physically and mentally healthy are also listed at the bottom of the page.

Numbers to call in case of an emergency:

Help.uchicago.edu (comprehensive website of emergency resources)

Dean-on-call, Sexual Assault Dean-on-call

The University has two Dean-on-Call programs: the Dean-on-Call, and the Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call. Both Deans are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. They can be reached by calling the University Police at 773-702-8181. More information about the Dean-on-Call program and how this service can help you is available at http://deanoncall.uchicago.edu/

Student Counseling Service Staff Member on call

The Student Counseling Service operates two distinct services, one during the office hours of 8:30am -5:00pm, and another after hours. During office hours, students who feel that they need to talk with someone urgently may call the front desk at Student Counseling Service (773-702-9800) or may walk into the Student Counseling Service building at 5737 S. University Ave. After hours, students who need to speak with someone urgently may call 773-702-3625 to speak with the Student Counseling Service Staff Member on call. More information is available at http://counseling.uchicago.edu/

Nurse Advice Line

The Nurse Advice Line is available to all students 24x7 at 773-702-1915.  The nurses will be able to give you advice about managing your symptoms/illness and will screen for more serious concerns and contact the Physican on call when necessary.

Resources for when you need help:

Help.uchicago.edu (comprehensive website of emergency resources)

Sexual Assault Resources

What is it http://sexualviolence.uchicago.edu/

Numbers to call http://rsvp.uchicago.edu/resources/assault/
Resources on campus http://sexualviolence.uchicago.edu/resources.shtml
Informational brochures http://counseling.uchicago.edu/page/virtual-pamphlet-collection-sexual-assaultharassment

Disabilities Services

To ensure the intellectual richness of research and education, the University of Chicago seeks to provide an environment conducive to learning, teaching, working, and conducting research that values the diversity of its community. The University strives to be supportive of the academic, personal and work related needs of each individual and is committed to facilitating the full participation of students with a disability in the life of the University. The University is committed to complying with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For more information, go to http://disabilities.uchicago.edu/

Injured Student transportation/resources

From time to time, a student may sustain an injury that makes it difficult for the student to maneuver the campus. A student who is interested in injured student transportation services should contact Campus and Student Life at 773-834-9710 or 773-834-4469, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 5PM.

To initiate the process, University students can contact the Associate Dean of Students in the University, Belinda Cortez Vazquez at 773-834-9710 belinda@uchicago.edu or the Coordinator for Disability Services, Kimberly Gardiner at 773-834-4469 gardiner@uchicago.edu.

Graham School students can contact the Assistant Dean of Student, Vanessa Georg at 773-834-0159 vgeorg@uchicago.edu.

See the Injured Student Transportation web-page for more information.

Wellness services on campus:

Ratner/Fit Chicago

The University has two gyms on campus. Ratner Athletic Center is at the corner of 55th and Ellis, and the Henry Crown Field House is a block away at 56th and Univeristy. Information about facilities and hours of operation can be found at http://athletics.uchicago.edu/facilities/facilities-ratnercenter.htm

The FitChicago Program provides group fitness classes, Fitness Center orientation sessions, and personal training services for Ratner Center members. Drop-in fitness classes are currently offered to members of Ratner in beginning yoga, intermediate yoga, Pilates, muscle toning, cardio kickboxing, water aerobics, adult learn-to-swim, NIA (neuromuscular integrative action), tango for fitness, step aerobics, and other classes. A Fitness Punch Card (1 class-$5; 5 classes-$23; 10 classes-$40) must be purchased at the Ratner Center front desk to participate in these classes. Fitness Center orientation sessions are offered on a regular basis for no charge to current members of Ratner and Henry Crown. These one-hour sessions offered each quarter cover the safe and effective use of the fitness equipment and machines. Personal fitness training services are also available. A certified personal trainer will help clients achieve their fitness goals by evaluating their current fitness levels and designing comprehensive exercise programs to meet their needs. Fitness assessments, one-on-one sessions, small group instruction, and mini-classes are available.
http://athletics.uchicago.edu/fitchicago/fitchicago.htm

Workshops at the Student Counseling Service: ASAP & Stress/Time Management

ASAP assists students with improving academic performance through assessment, counseling and referral. ASAP addresses a range of study skills including time management, reading comprehension, test taking, and note-taking. Regarding writing issues, the college provides writing tutors for undergraduates. ASAP helps graduate students with issues of organization and style. ASAP also provides assessment and coaching for ADD/ADHD and LD. ASAP is housed in the Student Counseling Service at 5737 South University Avenue. Individual appointments can be made with an educational therapist by calling (773) 702-9800. We are available Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:45pm.
http://counseling.uchicago.edu/page/academic-skills-assessment-program
http://counseling.uchicago.edu/page/asap-workshops-0

Peer Health Educators

PHEs are a select group of U Chicago students who work on behalf of the Student Health Service to promote awareness and advocacy for health among University of Chicago students. PHEs are willing to speak on a variety of health issues including: stress, alcohol, healthy relationships, nutrition, contraception, fitness and other topics by request. As PHEs, we confront health misperceptions on campus, offer factual health information, and serve as peer resources to students seeking campus health services. http://wellness.uchicago.edu/education/phe.shtml

Let's talk at SCS

"Let's Talk" is a program that provides easy access to informal and confidential consultations with counselors from the Student Counseling Service. There are two "Let's Talk" sites (International House and the new OMSA building at 5710 S. Woodlawn). There is no appointment or fee necessary. If you prefer, you do not have to give your name. http://counseling.uchicago.edu/page/let%E2%80%99s-talk

Additional resources on campus:

DCAM Pharmacy

The pharmacy is located in the Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (5758 S. Maryland Avenue) on the first floor near the gift shop. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The phone number is (773) 834-7002.
http://www.uchospitals.edu/about/fact/dcam-sheet.html