STUDENT + CAMPUS SERVICES

TTIC students enjoy the same library privileges as UChicago students, along with the offerings of TTIC's own smaller library. The Mansueto Library reading room is pictured above.

Workshops, panels, best practices for faculty in areas such as student assessment techniques, grading, technology in the classroom, professional development, meaningful assignments, classroom policy, course design, pedagogy, etc.

For anyone looking to improve their grasp of the English language, you can utilize the English as a Second Language Tuition Benefit. TTIC covers the cost for one  English language course  per quarter through the ELI. 

TTIC covers the Student Services Fees and U-SHIP student insurance fees for students, allowing you access to the robust Student Health and Counseling offerings. Utilize health and counseling care services, and explore expanded offerings such as mindful meditation, international student support groups, and Pet Love (where dogs come to visit on campus to relieve stress). To review all services offered by Student Wellness Services, click here.

Student Wellness Center

You have full access to all  UChicago fitness offerings and athletic centers, including the Ratner pool.

It's important to feel seen and included. 

Participate in and expand your knowledge of different worldviews. Find opportunities to engage in challenging conversations to advance a more equitable society. Amplify voices and advocate for and with students from marginalized identity groups to enhance the student experience.

Shuttles around the campus will safely and in climate-controlled comfort take you to stops throughout campus and the Hyde Park, Kenwood, Woodlawn neighboring communities. 

Students can book free rides on and around the UChicago campus from 5 pm to 4 am, seven days a week via the Via app. Rides must start and end within the campus service area.

The Department of Safety and Security operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on and off campus to help keep you safe. 

The c-Alert is the emergency alert system for campus. It can alert you to any safety events you may need to be aware of, whether it be a shelter in place order, or an extreme weather warning.  Log in and arrange how you want to be notified of emergencies: text, email, call, any or all.

Downloading UChicago's Safe Mobile Safety App. on your phone is a must. It provides great safety features when you are on campus, including direct-connect to UChicago Police,  'Friend Walk' (send your real-time location to a friend of your choosing while you walk) and 'Mobile Bluelight' (send your location as you walk to the UChicago Police).

UChicago is served by their own recognized police force that covers 37th to 64th street. They provide many services, including bike registration in case your bringing your own two wheeler to get around campus.

UChicago safety tips for safety in an urban environment.