2004 - 2005
The Handbook for
Disabled Students
Rebecca Maskos~2001 Fulbright scholar at
UIC
Artist: Riva Lehrer
"Disability is not a 'brave struggle' or 'courage in the face of adversity'...
disability is an art. It's an ingenious way to live."
– Neil Marcus (poet)
Welcome to the Department of Disability and Human Development!
The Handbook for Disabled Students is dedicated to all students who are pursuing access to education in the Department of Disability and Human Development (
DHD) at UIC-Chicago. The Handbook contains accessibility information designed to enhance your living and learning experience at UIC.
Table of Contents:
Cover
Introduction
Letter from
DHD Director Tamar Heller
UIC Statement of Commitment to Persons with Disabilities
About our building
Parking
Campus Escort Services
Campus Bookstores
UIC Campus Transportation
Regional Transportation
Airport Transportation & Accessible Taxi
Campus Disability Accommodations
DHD Accommodation Procedures
Campus Library Services
Housing
Disability Culture and Resources
Important Phone Numbers
This is the first edition of
The Handbook for Disabled Students. Please feel free to make suggestions for improvements in future editions. Comments should be forwarded to
DHD Accommodation Coordinator, Robin Jones: 312-996-1059 (V/
TTY) or
e-mail.
The University of Illinois reserves the right to change fees, rules, policies and procedures.
Dear
DHD student,
I want to welcome you to the Department of Disability and Human Development (DHD). It is a unique program that takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of disability throughout the lifespan. Its scholarship has a focus on the social context of disability and on enhancing the status of people with disabilities in their communities. We have an excellent group of faculty who are leaders in the field of disabilities and who have attained national and international distinctions. They bring their knowledge to the classrooms through our wide array of course offerings on disability issues. Many of the faculty have leading research centers and programs that provide an excellent training ground for students.
I am very committed to making DHD a friendly and supportive environment for all students. As part of this commitment, we have an access committee that deals with accessibility for students with disabilities; a disability studies library, student lounge, and accessible computer lab. I hope you will make use of these supports. We are also continually trying to update these facilities to address changing student needs.
I hope you will have an exciting and rewarding learning experience and graduate from our program as disability scholars and professionals in the field.
Sincerely,
Tamar Heller, Ph.D.
Professor and Head
Department of Disability and Human Development
Campus Statement of Commitment to Persons with Disabilities
Guided by the belief that people with disabilities are assets to the university, UIC is committed to full inclusion and participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of university life. We seek to provide an academic, social and physical environment that makes disabled people integral to the diversity of perspectives that is vital to an academic community.
UIC supports the principles of universally accessible design, alternative communication formats, and the expression of disability community and pride. At all levels of the university, UIC promotes equal opportunity, fair treatment, and the elimination of barriers for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Implementation
An advisory committee will develop an implementation plan in accordance with the Statement of Commitment to Persons with Disabilities. The committee will monitor progress towards these goals and will seek advice from disability groups on campus. The Office for Access and Equity will report progress and accomplishments on an annual basis and the report will be made public on the campus Web site under Disability Resources.
Sylvia Manning
Chancellor
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Accessibility concerns can be reported on-line at:
www.uic.edu/depts/oae/ADA/
or you can call, or write:
Office for Access and Equity
809 S. Marshfield Avenue
Room 717 (M/C 602)
Chicago, IL 60612-7207
Voice: (312) 996-8670
TTY: (312) 413-3035
About Our Building
Disability, Health and Social Policy
Campus Building Code #974
1640 West Roosevelt Road
Entrance & Exits
The main entrance to the building faces Roosevelt Road and consists of automatic sliding doors as well as a hinged door to the side of the automatic doors. Please note that all entrances are locked after 5 p.m. This means that you can get out of the building but you cannot get back in unless someone inside the building lets you back in or you have key card access. Key card access can be requested from faculty teaching evening courses.
Exit only options are located on both the east and west side of the building. Neither of these exits have automatic doors.
Elevators
Inside the building there are elevators available to each floor. There is a double elevator bank on both the east and west side of the elevator waiting areas. There is Braille signage within the elevator cabs.
Washrooms
Wheelchair accessible washrooms are located on floors 1, 2, 4, 5, 7:
1st floor:
Accessible men’s and women’s washrooms are located across from the auditorium (Room 166).
2nd , 4th, and 7th floors:
A large, single user unisex accessible washroom is located across the hall from rooms 205-207 (2nd floor), across from rooms 405-407 (4th floor), and across from rooms 705-707 (7th floor). In addition, partially accessible men's (#440) and women's (#441) washrooms are located across the hall from Room 448.
5th floor:
A large, single user, unisex washroom is located next to room 527.
Classrooms
Room 204 and room 448 are the primary classrooms.
Room 704 and room 166 (auditorium) are used as back up classrooms.
Departmental Offices
DHD Directors Office: Room 436
Tamar Heller
(312) 413-1647
Director of Graduate Studies: Room 246
Glenn Fujiura
(312) 413-1977
Program Director, PhD Program in DS: Room 236
Carol Gill
(312) 355-0550
Departmental TTY: (312) 413-0453
Departmental Fax: (312) 413-1630
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TIP: If calling from a university telephone, dial 6, 3, or 5 plus the last 4 digits.
To call from public phones, on or off campus, or from private telephones in university housing, dial: 996, 413, or 355 plus the last 4 digits.
Computer Labs
Room 135: Multiple user computer lab which includes 1 dedicated workstation with the following features:
- Motorized height adjustable workstation
- Mouse track ball (available upon request)
- WeMedia Talking Browser
- Read Please 2002
- Large 20 inch screen
- ZoomText
- Headphones (available upon request)
Room 718: Single computer lab has 2 workstations (PC & MAC) with the following features:
- Mouse track ball
- WeMedia Talking Browser
- Read Please 2002
- Large 20 inch screen
- ZoomText
- JAWS
- Softype
- Dragger32
- Dragon Naturally Speaking
- Closed Circuit TV
- Scanner
- Headphones (available upon request)
NOTE: Room 718 is locked when not in use. See computer lab personnel in room 135 for access to room 718.
Lab Director: (312) 996-6709
Lab Support: (312) 355-4015
e-mail: idhd_support@listserv.uic.edu
DHD Event & Information Postings
Information on seminars and events sponsored or promoted by DHD will be posted by building elevators as well as on the DHD student list serve.
Student Lounge/Library
Room 705: the student lounge includes furniture for lounging, microwave, Fridge, computer terminal, and a view! A Disability Studies library is located in the adjacent room.
Vending Machines
Located on the basement level.
Public Phones
A public phone bank, including 1 telephone with TTY features and situated at an accessible height is located on the 1st floor, near the auditorium and accessible washrooms.
Student Mailboxes
- DS PhD program: located on the 2nd floor (across from room 207)
- DHD Masters program: located on the 7th floor (room 705, in the student lounge).
**some students may have mailboxes in both locations**
Evacuation Plans
For the building evacuation plan, contact DHD Directors Office.
Parking
Parking Lots
There are two parking lots adjacent to the DHD building (Lot G4, Lot F4) as well as a lot behind the building on Paulina (Lot H). These lots are card-accessed and are not available to visitors.
Students who desire to park in campus lots are responsible for signing up for parking with Campus Parking Services (CPS). Parking fees must be paid in full for the first parking term; spring semester is billed automatically. For information regarding purchasing a parking card, call, write, or e-mail:
West Campus
Parking Administration Office
1100 S. Wood St.
Room 122
(312) 413-5800
E-mail: parking@uic.edu
Student Services Bldg.
828 S. Wolcott Ave.
Room 217
(312) 413-5850
East Campus
Student Services Building
Suite 2620
1200 W. Harrison St.
(312)413-9020
If you do not have a parking card, there is public parking available at an hourly rate at the Paulina Street Parking Structure, which is located at the NE corner of S. Paulina and Taylor. There is also metered parking along S. Paulina.
For an exterior map of the building, paths of travel and nearby parking lots, go to:
www.uic.edu/depts/oae/bldgs_pl/974.html
For assistance reading maps, contact the DHD office.
Accessible Parking Information
While signing up for parking, advise CPS if you need a handicap parking space.
Disabled persons who drive vehicles that do not display a handicap license plate or hangtag may request a UIC handicap parking permit for display while parking in campus parking lots. The UIC handicap parking permit will be issued when appropriate medical documentation is provided. To request a UIC handicap parking permit contact Campus Parking Services.
Reciprocal Parking Agreement
Reciprocal parking is an accommodation that is offered to students requesting accessible parking when access to more than one parking lot is needed. To request reciprocal parking arrangements, contact:
Office of Disability Services
1200 W. Harrison St.
Room 1190 SSB (MC 321)
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 413-2183 Voice
(312) 413-0123
TTY
(312) 413-7781 FAX
TIP: Street Parking: If you park on the street and have a State issued handicap-parking placard properly displayed or a handicap license plate, you do not need to feed the meter! This does not apply to meters marked for 30 minutes or less.
Campus Escort Services ~ Be Safe!
Parking Escort Service
Escort service is available within the Halsted Street, Harrison Street, Paulina Street and Wood Street parking structures. To arrange for escort within a parking structure, call: (312) 355-0555
"Red Car" Escort Service
Free Red Car transportation service within the University area is provided 6:30 p.m.-2 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m. Call (312) 996-6800. Advise operator if an accessible vehicle is needed.
Campus Police Escort
A police car is available to follow and observe your route of travel after Red Car hours. Call (312) 355-3532.
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For an exterior map of the building, paths of travel and nearby parking lots, see:www.uic.edu/depts/oae/bldgs_pl/974.html.
For assistance reading maps, contact the DHD office.
UIC Bookstores
West Campus Bookstores:
UIC Medical Bookstore
828 S. Wolcott Ave.
(312) 413-5550
TIP: Books are located on the basement level which is accessible by elevator. The path of travel to/from the elevator and the bookstore is long.
Barbara's Bookstore at UIC
1218 S. Halsted St.
(312) 413-2665
TIP: Located in University Village at the corner of Halsted and Roosevelt. Free 90 minute parking in the lot on the East side of Halsted, which is accessible from Union Ave.
East Campus Bookstore:
UIC Bookstore
750 W. Halsted
(312) 413-5500
UIC Campus Transportation
UIC Fixed Route Bus Service:
Intercampus Bus Service:
Free lift-equipped bus service is provided to faculty, staff and students 7 days a week from 7 a.m.–12 a.m. Be prepared to show your UIC identification card to the driver when boarding. Be sure to identify any additional needs when boarding (e.g., assistance with wheelchair tie-downs). For schedules, routes and bus stop locations, go to: www.uic.edu/depts/ppad/fmhome/transservice.htmFor assistance reading maps, contact the DHD office.
Commuter Bus Service:
Lift equipped commuter bus service is provided for a minimal fee between UIC campuses and two of Metra’s downtown commuter rail terminals (Ogilvie Transportation Center and Union Station) during rush hours. Be prepared to present a ticket and show your UIC identification card to the driver when boarding. Be sure to identify any additional needs when boarding (e.g., assistance with wheelchair tie-downs). Commuter bus tickets must be purchased in advance and are available at 6 campus locations, including all UIC campus Credit Union locations. For routes, schedules and commuter bus ticket purchase information go to:www.uic.edu/depts/ppad/fmhome/transservice.htm#commuter*For assistance reading maps, contact the DHD office.
UIC Paratransit:
Free lift-equipped paratransit service is available for disabled students who have been paratransit authorized by the Office of Disability Services. The service operates within the Intercampus and Commuter bus service area during the same service hours as the fixed route service. Rides requests should be submitted to UIC motorpool as far in advance as possible. Be prepared to show your UIC identification card when boarding.
To reserve paratransit service between the hours of 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., contact the UIC transportation department at:
(312) 996-2842
Fax: (312) 996-0165>
e-mail: rides@uic.edu.
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In order to best ensure UIC paratransit service availability, please advise UIC motorpool of your requests well in advance of your scheduled travel. The UIC motorpool will accept same day ride requests however, it may not be possible to accommodate such requests to the riders satisfaction.
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UIC Off-Hour Transportation Service (Red Car)
For transportation service between the hours of 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., contact UIC Red Car service at (312) 996-6800. One hour lead-time is requested. If an accessible vehicle is required, be sure to advise when scheduling. Be prepared to show your UIC identification card to the driver when boarding.
For more information, please go to:www.uic.edu/depts/ppad/fmhome/transservice.htm#paratransit
Regional Transportation
3 public transportation agencies serve Chicago and the surrounding suburbs are:
- Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)
- Metra Commuter Rail
- Pace Suburban Bus Company
For detailed information on
CTA, Metra and Pace routes, schedules and accessibility features, call the
RTA Travel Information Center at: 312-836-7000/312-836-4949 (V/
TTY) or go to:
www.rtachicago.com
CTA
The CTA system covers the City of Chicago and 40 surrounding suburbs. Currently, 125 of CTA’s 143 bus routes are accessible to persons with disabilities. Lifts and ramps on all buses of those routes are available for use by anyone who has trouble with steps. Some, but not all, buses have automated audio and visual stop announcements.
CTA’s rapid transit cars operate over 7 routes and serve 144 stations. Currently, approximately 65 of CTA’s 144 train stations are accessible to persons with disabilities.
The 4 CTA train stations currently* serving the UIC campuses are:
- UIC-Halsted: accessible via ramp
- Racine: accessible via ramp (partially accessible; not ADA compliant)
- Clinton: accessible via ramp (partially accessible; not ADA compliant)
- Polk: accessible via elevator.
ALERT: The Polk station is not open on weekends and has limited hours on weekdays after 11:30 p.m. For the current Polk Station Blue Line timetable, call the
RTA Travel Information Center at: 312-836-7000/312-836-4949 (V/
TTY) or go to: http://www.rtachicago.com/
*The
CTA is currently considering changes to the train route (the “Blue Line) that serv1es UIC. For more information, contact
CTA or
RTA.
The UIC
CTA U-Pass is available to full time graduate students from the Graduate College. All eligible students are assessed a nonrefundable
CTA Transportation fee. The U-pass is valid for
CTA travel during the semester as well as 5 days before classes begin and the 5 days after finals.
Students with documented disabilities that impact their ability to use
CTA service should contact ODS to petition for a fee waiver.
Metra
Metra operates twelve commuter train lines that serve all 6 counties in metropolitan Chicago. Each train has at least one accessible car, which can be identified by the “access” symbol near the train car doors. Downtown terminals feature audio announcement systems. Communication cards are available upon request.
131 of Metra’s 230 stations are fully accessible (meet ADA requirements) and 31 are partially accessible. Customers who use wheelchairs at partially accessible stations will be able to access train platforms and the street. However, ramps, ticket windows, etc. may not fully conform to the ADA.
Pace
Pace provides suburban bus service within the 6 county northeast region. All 650 of the systems fixed route buses are equipped with either a mechanical lift or low-floor ramp. Many buses "kneel" to improve access and some, but not all, buses have automated audio and visual stop announcements. Communication cards are available upon request.
CTA and Pace Paratransit Services:
Both CTA and Pace provide complementary paratransit (door to door) services within a ¾ mile radius of fixed route services. If you are unable to use fixed route services because of your disability, you can apply for CTA/Pace paratransit certification. Be prepared to submit documentation of your disability. To apply for paratransit certification, call the RTA at:
TIP: A benefit for
RTA certified paratransit riders is automatic eligibility to participate in the Taxi Access Program (TAP). TAP gives certified paratransit customers an opportunity to travel in taxis (automobile or accessible min-van) at reduced rates for trips that originate in Chicago.
RTA Reduced Fare Program:
The Regional Transportation Authority’s (RTA) reduced fare program allows qualified riders with disabilities to receive a 50% discount on all Pace, CTA and Metra fixed route services. Be prepared to submit documentation of your disability. To register for the RTA reduced program call the RTA:
Accessible Taxi Service
For accessible taxi service to/from airports and for taxi trips originating in Chicago, contact:
TIP: Remember --
RTA certified paratransit riders can purchase taxi vouchers in advance in order to receive a reduced fare.
Transportation to/from O'Hare and Midway airports
- CTA trains serve both major airports. The O’Hare station and the Midway station are wheelchair accessible.
- AIRPORT SHUTTLES: Airport Express (312) 454-7800 Continental Airport Express offers daily van service from O'Hare and Midway to downtown Chicago hotels as well as north suburban locations from 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Departures are as frequent as every 5 to 10 minutes. Accessible Shuttles are available upon request in advance. For O'Hare assistance, Continental's uniformed ticket agents are located in the baggage claims areas of Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and outside U.S. Customs in Terminal 5. For Midway assistance--- counter located on baggage level of the main terminal. Phone (312) 454-7800 or (800) 654-7871.
Campus Disability Accommodations
No one knows your access needs better than you. Don’t wait until the semester has started to begin identifying accessibility accommodations. Of course, you cannot always anticipate every accommodation that might be needed in an environment that is not familiar to you. Just start with what you know. For more information on the accommodation process, please refer to
DHD Student Accommodation Procedures (page 18).
Be prepared to provide documentation to the Office of Disability Services (ODS) substantiating your disability. Accommodations provided by ODS include:
- Academic and Program Modifications
- Admissions and Registration
- Assistive Technology
- Classroom Access
- Course Materials in Alternate Formats (Electronic, Audio, Large print, Braille)
- Communication Access (Sign Language Interpreting, Captioning, FM Systems)
- Exam Accommodations (including placement tests)
- Information Technology and Computing
- Note Taking
- Transportation and Parking
(312) 413-2183 (Voice)
(312) 413-0123 (TTY)
(312) 413-7781 (FAX)
or visit their website at:
www.uic.edu/depts/counselctr/disability/diswebpg.htm
TIP: Even if you are not certain that you may wish to utilize the ODS, it is a good idea to register with UIC’s Office of Disability Services. Having a file open with ODS can help to expedite unanticipated accommodation needs that may come up during the academic year.
DHD Student Accommodation Procedures
- Student works with UIC Office of Disability Services (ODS) in regards to accommodation request. For known accommodation needs, it is recommended that students begin this process as soon as possible and not later than 2 weeks prior to the beginning of the semester. The ODS will accept accommodation requests during the semester however, the time frame may affect timely receipt of accommodations. For new accommodation issues, students should begin working with ODS as soon as the need for an accommodation has been identified (ideally, 2 weeks before needed).
- ODS will provide the student with a memo outlining the accommodation needed. The student brings the ODS memo to the instructor. The instructor will respond in writing and has 5 working days to do this.
- If instructor agrees:
Instructor signs approval on ODS memo and then produces written DHD plan to operationalize (PTO) the accommodation. The PTO is then signed by the instructor and the student.
If instructor has questions regarding fit of accommodation with course:
Instructor contacts ODS for assistance. ODS consults with student. If necessary, new ODS proposal is produced.
- Instructor makes 2 copies of PTO, gives the original to DHD Accommodation Coordinator (Robin Jones), gives 1 copy to student, and keeps one copy. Instructor makes 2 copies of ODS memo, gives one to student and retains one for self. Student provides original ODS memo to ODS.
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In addition, DHD has an internal access committee that
can address accommodations specific to our building (e.g., power source for laptops, resting area with couch, etc.) as well as provide assistance to individuals negotiating campus accommodation systems when necessary. If you feel that you need such assistance, please contact DHD Accommodation Coordinator Robin Jones at: 312-996-1059(V/TTY) or e-mail.
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Campus Library Services
There are two main libraries on the UIC campus:
Power-assist doors are located on the east side (not the Morgan street side) of the Daley library. Please note that paratransit pick-ups are on the Morgan street side however, the Morgan street entrance is locked after 5:30 p.m.
There is one public entrance to the LHS and this entrance is accessible via ramp and power-assist doors.
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An increasing number of journals are available electronically. Check the link below from the UIC Library website for a list of full text electronic journals:www.uic.edu/depts/lib/reference/resources/journals/
UIC Housing
Housing on campus at UIC is at a premium. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you would like to live on campus it is strongly recommended that you return your housing application immediately after you are admitted to UIC.
When you are admitted to UIC you will receive a packet of information from the Admissions office. In the back of the information folder you will find the housing application. Complete the application, include a check for the security deposit and non-refundable application fee, and return it to the housing office as soon as possible. If you have accessibility needs, make sure that you indicate this in the appropriate field of the application.
There are two UIC housing locations for graduate and professional students:
- SSR (Single Student Residence) is located on the West campus. This is an older building in which the units are suite or apartment style, with each student having an individual bedroom and sharing a kitchenette and bathroom within each unit. Each bedroom has a private telephone line, internet line, and cable line that can be activated for an additional charge. As this building is for graduate and professional students, the entire building is intensive study. SSR is served by UIC campus transportation.
- TBH (Thomas Beckham Hall) is located on the South campus. This student apartment building was opened in Fall 2003 and houses mostly undergraduate students. All students have individual bedrooms and shared living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms. Each bedroom has a private telephone line that can be activated for an additional charge. TBH is served by UIC campus transportation.
TIP: Please note that there is no close parking available at either of these dorm locations. Please contact the Office of Disability Services to discuss special dorm parking arrangements, if available.
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For more information call UIC Housing at 312-355-6100 or go to: www.housing.uic.edu
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Off-Campus Housing
UIC Housing maintains an off-campus housing database. For more information, go to: www.housing.uic.edu/offcampus
Also, refer to local newspaper listings, such as:
Chicago Tribune:
www.chicagotribune.com/classified/realestate/renting
Chicago Sun-Times:
classifieds.suntimes.com
Chicago Reader:
www.chireader.com
Disability Culture and Resources
For campus-wide disability resources, please visit:
http://www.uic.edu/index.html/disability.shtml
The Chancellors Committee on the Status of People with Disabilities (CCSPD):
The CCSPD supports individuals with disabilities to reach their educational goals. In addition, the CCSPD hosts a variety of social events throughout the academic year. For information on CCSPD’s activities and a variety of disability resources including information on alternative sources of student financial aid. Subscribe to their e-mail list to receive news and participate in campus discussions on disability issues, visit the CCSPD’s website at: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/ccspd/
Student Organizations & Campus Programs
UIC has a wide array of campus programs as well as student organizations, including the Disabled Students Union (DSU). For a complete listing of student organizations, go to: http://www.uic.edu/depts/chcc/programs/
National Disabled Students Union
The NDSU is a national, cross-disability, student organization dedicated to social justice for all. For more information, visit their website at: http://www.disabledstudents.org
Legal Services
Campus Services:
UIC Student Legal Service is a law office which provides legal advise and assistance to eligible students so as to facilitate students education by assisting in the prevention and solving of problems as well as advising and assisting in matters such as: small claims, powers of attorney, traffic tickets, auto accidents and insurance, employment, landlord/tenant questions, bankruptcy, divorce, contract review, etc.
The service is located:
Student Services Building
1200 West Harrison Street, Room 3030
(312) 996-9214
Off-campus Services:
Equip for Equality
20 N. Michigan, Suite 300
Chicago, Il 60602
(800) 537-2632 Voice
(800) 610-2779
TTY
(312) 341-0295 FAX
http://www.equipforequality.org
Computer Equipment
The Jim Mullen Foundation has a program to make computers available to people with disabilities. For more information, go to: http://jimmullen.com
For accessibility information at local clubs and restaurants, go to: http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/ and search under "wheelchair accessible clubs and restaurants."
Area Independent Living Centers
Access Living
614 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, Il 60607
(312) 253-7000 Voice
(312) 253-7002 TTY
(312) 253-7001 FAX
E-mail generalinfo@accessliving.org
Website: www.accessliving.org/
DuPage Center for Independent Living
739 Roosevelt Road
Building 8, Suite 109
Glen Ellyn, Il 60137
(630) 469-2300 V/TTY
(630) 469-2606 FAX
E-mail: dcil@mcs.com
Website: www.glen-ellyn.com/dcil/
Fox River Valley CIL
730 B.W. Chicago Street
Elgin, Il 60123
(847) 695-5818 Voice
(847) 695-5868 TTY
(847) 695-5892 FAX
E-mail: FRVCIL@mail.com
Lake County Center for Independent Living
377 N. Seymour Avenue
Mundelein, Il 60060
-(847) 949-4440 V/TTY
(847) 949-4445 FAX
Website: www.lccil.org/
Progress Center for Independent Living
7521 W. Madison St.
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 209-1500 Voice
(70) 209-1826 TTY
(708) 209-1735 FAX
E-mail: info@progresscil.org
Website: www.progresscil.org/
(PCIL also has a satellite office in Park Forest)
Will-Grundy Center for Independent Living
2415-A West Jefferson Street
Joliet, Il 60435
(815) 729-0162 Voice
(815) 729-2085 TTY
(815) 729-3697 FAX
E-mail: wgcil@sbcglobal.net
Important Phone Numbers
Police Emergency
V: 996-HELP(4357)
TTY: 413-9323
Police Non-Emergency
996-2830
Fire: 996-FIRE(3473)
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| Access & Equity |
996-8670/413-3035 |
| Accounts Receivable, Students |
996-8573 |
| Admissions & Records |
996-4350 |
| African American Cultural Center |
996-5040 |
| Asian American Cultural Center |
413-7636 |
| Bookstores: |
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| East |
413-5500 |
| West |
413-5550 |
| Cashier: |
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| East |
413-5969 |
| West |
996-7094 |
| Counseling Center |
996-3490 |
| DDHD |
413-1647/413-0453 |
| Financial Aid |
996-3126 |
| Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Concerns |
413-8169 |
| Latino Cultural Center |
996-3356 |
| Legal Services for Students |
996-9214 |
| Libraries: |
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| East |
996-2726 |
| West |
996-8966
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| Lost & Found |
413-5100 |
| Megalife Student Health Insurance |
996-3553 |
| Native American Support Program |
996-4515 |
| Office for International Students |
996-3121 |
| Office of Disability Services |
413-2183/413-0123 |
| Ombudsperson |
996-8145 |
| Parking: |
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| East |
413-9020 |
| West |
413-5850 |
| Red Car Service |
996-6800 |
| UIC Transporation (Motorpool) |
996-2842 |
| Wellness Center |
413-2120 |
| Women's Affairs |
413-1025 |
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If calling from a university telephone, dial 6,3, or 5 plus the last 4 digits.
To call from public phones, on or off campus, or from private telephones in university housing, dial: 996, 413, or 355 plus the last 4 digits.
