Starting Autumn Quarter 2026
To provide convenient access to key information related to the start of Autumn Quarter 2026, we’ve compiled recent messages from University leaders to the UChicago community, along with University news that’s helpful to know as the quarter gets underway. We’ll update this page regularly, and please check your email and/or school or division website for information specific to your area of the University.
Welcome Messages
President’s College Convocation Address
From: Paul Alivisatos, President | To: College Students
Welcome to Autumn Quarter (Video)
From: Melina Hale, Dean of the College | To: College Students
A New Academic Quarter
From: Paul Alivisatos, President | To: The University Community
Transportation & Safety
Safety + Transportation Overview
From: Eric Heath, Sr. AVP for Operations, and Mike Hayes, Dean of Students in the University | To: All Students
Autumn Safety Message
From: Eric Heath, Sr. AVP for Operations | To: The University Community
Policies
Supporting the Full Participation of the University Community
From: Bridget Collier, Associate Provost | To: The University Community
Student Information: Policies + Disclosures
From: Mike Hayes, Dean of Students in the University | To: All Students
Other Recent Messages and University News
Claude Enterprise Available for All UChicago Students
From: Information Technology Services
Resources, Programs and Services for UChicago Students
From: Mike Hayes, Dean of Students in the University | To: All Students
Perspectives from UChicago Leaders
Teach Students to Think With, Without and About AI
by President Paul Alivisatos | The Wall Street Journal