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April 15, 2021
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Welcome to UIC’s weekly newsletter focused on everything students, faculty and staff need to know about planning and preparing for a safe learning environment.

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CAMPUS

Last chance to submit COVID-19 vaccine uptake contest content

Win prizes while helping Chicago reach herd immunity

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Last Chance to Submit COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake Contest Content!
Find the right multimedia creation software for instructional video, audio and more

EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

Find the right multimedia creation software for instructional video, audio and more

Using multimedia in your course can improve your students’ ability to master difficult concepts

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EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

Update LockDown Browser for optimal student experience

Remind students to check for updates if Respondus LockDown Browser is requested for a proctored or non-proctored test

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Update LockDown Browser for optimal student experience
When to use Gradescope

EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

When to use Gradescope

Save time and improve grading consistency with Gradescope

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EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

Blackboard summer courses tip: Reusing your previous course site

Be ready on day one with a clean, organized and well-developed summer course

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Blackboard summer courses tip: Reusing your previous course site
Vacation rollover balances for academic employees

HUMAN RESOURCES

Vacation rollover balances for academic employees

Employees must use extra days by Aug. 15

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HUMAN RESOURCES

Preventing Harassment and Discrimination Training noncompliance

Noncompliant employees will receive a final notice and corrective action communication

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New U of I Box user interface

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

New U of I Box user interface

Your UIC Box account looks different — learn what’s new

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Wepa Print Station locations available for printing services

View a list and map of accessible print stations located on campus

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Wepa Print Station locations available for printing services
GitHub shared enterprise license now available

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

GitHub shared enterprise license now available

The UIC community has access to a shared enterprise-wide GitHub Enterprise license

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

UIC Zoom updates

Recent changes to Zoom breakout room and display name settings

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UIC Zoom updates
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PUBLIC SAFETY AND FACILITIES

Building and space assessments continue to ensure campus safety

The Office of Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services is actively reviewing existing building operating procedures

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PUBLIC SAFETY AND FACILITIES

2021 east campus classroom and dry teaching lab approval process

Process ensures safest possible learning environment this summer and fall

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2021 east campus classroom and dry teaching lab approval process
Semester Express Shuttle Service resumes

PUBLIC SAFETY AND FACILITIES

Semester Express Shuttle Service resumes

Service resumes from south residence halls to the east and west sides of campus

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STUDENT AFFAIRS

An Evening with Winston Duke

Join the UIC Student Activities Board for a virtual conversation with actor Winston Duke

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An Evening with Winston Duke
FSL Awards

STUDENT AFFAIRS

FSL Awards

Fraternity & Sorority Life honors students, staff, organizations and programs

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STUDENT AFFAIRS

Stud-Tea Hall with the Wellness Center Series

Zoom study with the Wellness Center and other UIC students

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Stud-Tea Hall with the Wellness Center Series

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