Support For Your Teaching
Setting up a course
How do I set up reserve books in the Library?
Visit the University of Chicago Regenstein Library Course Materials for more information.
How do I order a textbook through the Seminary Coop?
Visit the Center for Teaching and Learning Preparing Readings and Ordering Books.
Issues with students
How do I get help for my student with learning disabilities?
An overview of assisting undergraduate students with disabilities can be found at the Dean of Students Office (DSO) Student Manual Disability Accommodation Protocol. For graduate students, contact the DSO office.
For more information about scheduling audio/visual equipment, please visit NSIT: Audio Visual Equipment Lending & Rental.
How do I get counseling help for my student?
The University of Chicago has a website devoted to Student Counseling & Resource Service.
How do I get help when harassment issues arise?
Student harrassment policies can be found in the Student Manual.
How do I get help when bias issues arise? The Bias Response Team.
Who do I talk to about an undergraduate student I believe has plagiarized?
The University of Chicago’s undergraduate policy on plagiarism can be found at the Center for Teaching and Learning.
If s/he is a graduate student?
The Faculty Handbook lists a policy on Academic Honesty and Plagiarism. You may also want to contact the SSD DOS office.
Institutional support
Where do I go for support in instructional techniques?
You can find teaching assistance in the Faculty Handbook and the Center for Teaching and Learning.
How do I get a classroom with technology support?
You need to fill out a Room Request Form (DOC) and email it to RegistrarRooms@listhost.uchicago.edu. For questions, please call 702.7891.
How do I borrow AV equipment for my class/lecture?
For more information about scheduling audio/visual equipment, please visit NSIT: Audio Visual Equipment Lending & Rental.
How do I get a TA for my class?
Talk to your department chair and/or the AA for student affairs.
Where will I find course information?
Course information can be found online at the Registrar.
My desktop computer is causing problems. How do I get help?
Service requests can be made to the Social Sciences Computing Services or visit the department’s Contact information.
Academic calendar
Where can I find University holidays?
University holidays are scheduled on the Academic Calendar.
