New Faculty Orientation (NFO)
Introduction
Welcome aboard! It is our absolute pleasure to welcome you to the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). We are delighted that you have chosen to join us, and we are glad that you are now a member of our engaged community of internationally recognized educators, scholars and researchers.
Online Modules
To support your introduction to all things UIC, we’ve developed a range of resources to help you navigate the many aspects of teaching and research here.
- The New Faculty Orientation online modules are designed to serve as a helpful guide throughout your first several months.
- Explore a menu of topics and discover a variety of useful campus resources at your own pace.
- We encourage you to complete these modules prior to attending New Faculty Orientation in August 2026.
Access Online Modules
New Faculty Pre-Orientation: August 19, 2026
Join us for optional pre-orientation activities held on UIC’s east and west campuses. Families are invited to participate!
August 19, 2026
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Planning Your Visit
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Getting to UIC
For driving directions, please visit UIC’s Visit and Directions webpage.
Parking Information
Parking is available at the Halsted/Taylor Parking Structure (760 W Taylor St.), and complimentary parking passes will be provided at check-in.
Public Transportation
If you are taking public transportation, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) website offers helpful route-planning tools and up-to-date service information.
Getting Around UIC
To help you navigate campus, refer to the UIC Campus Map.
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Reminders:
- Plan your travel accordingly, as commute times may vary throughout the day.
- In support of our sustainability efforts, please bring a reusable water bottle for all New Faculty Pre-Orientation activities.
Attire
- We recommend wearing comfortable, breathable clothing and walking shoes as you explore campus. If you plan to participate in activities at the Student Recreation Facility, please also bring:
- A swimsuit if you would like to swim (towels are provided).
- Comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes for the climbing wall.
New Faculty Orientation: August 20, 2026
Cardinal Room, Student Center East (SCE) | 750 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607
Agenda, Presenters, Logistics
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Resource Fair Participants
| Advanced Cyberinfrastructure for Education and Research |
| Campus Advocacy Network/Women’s Leadership and Resource Center |
| Center for the Advancement of Teaching Excellence (CATE) |
| Centers for Cultural Understanding and Social Change |
| Corporate & Foundation Relations - Advancement |
| Credit Union 1 |
| Honors College |
| Instructional Design and Media Production Studio (IDMPS) |
| Learning Technology Solutions |
| Study Abroad |
| UIC Children’s Center |
| UIC Human Resources |
| Undergraduate Research and External Fellowships |
| United Faculty |
| University Library |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Animal Care & Institutional Biosafety |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Postdoctoral Affairs |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Protection of Research Subjects |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Research Data Initiatives & Information |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Research Development |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Research Integrity |
| Vice Chancellor for Research, Research Resources Center |
Child Care
We are pleased to provide child care for children ages 3 to 12. A team of UIC staff will be available onsite, offering engaging and interactive activities for children throughout the day. The child care area will be located on the same floor as the orientation activities. If you require child care, you will need to complete a waiver form at check-in. For more information about UIC’s Protection of Minors Policy, please visit: https://hr.uic.edu/employees/protection-of-minors/.
Planning Your Visit
Left
Getting to UIC
For driving directions, please visit UIC’s Visit and Directions webpage.
Parking Information
Parking is available at the Halsted/Taylor Parking Structure (760 W Taylor St.), and complimentary parking passes will be provided at check-in.
Public Transportation
If you are taking public transportation, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) website offers helpful route-planning tools and up-to-date service information.
Getting Around UIC
To help you navigate campus, refer to the UIC Campus Map.
Right
Reminders:
- Plan your travel accordingly, as commute times may vary throughout the day.
- In support of our sustainability efforts, please bring a reusable water bottle for all New Faculty Orientation activities.
- Bring a fully charged electronic device or tablet to access the agenda and event materials via QR codes.
- If you’re experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or any other contagious illness, please prioritize your health and the well-being of others by staying home.
Attire
We recommend wearing business casual attire for the event.
Photo Release
Photo Release: By participating and being present during the event, you give the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) the right to use photographs or video/audio recordings taken of you during the event for educational or promotional purposes and for sharing with external news media. If you do not wish to appear in photographs during this event, please contact us.