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Key Issues: Media Statements

The University Communications team within the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications is UIC's central information source and public voice, managing media relations, internal and executive communications, and crisis and issues management. 

Members of the media should contact University Communications staff members at news@uic.edu. 

Response to the House Education and Workforce Committee letter
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
UIC condemns antisemitism, hate and discrimination in all its forms. We take seriously any allegations of harassment or bias within our campus community. The university is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful…
UI Health Updates Gender-Affirming Surgical Services
Friday, August 1, 2025
After careful review of recent federal government directives, UI Health has made the difficult decision to make changes to its gender-affirming surgical services for patients under age 19.  Effective August 1, 2025, UI Health…
Analytical Forensic Testing Laboratory
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Upon learning of allegations made against the Analytical Forensic Testing Laboratory (AFTL), the University of Illinois Chicago engaged an outside law firm to conduct an independent investigation. The independent investigation is complete, and…
International Students and Scholars
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago is actively assessing recent policy changes related to the issuing of visas and their potential effects on our international community. We are in direct communication with our international…
SEVIS Status
Monday, April 28, 2025
Legal status was restored to the international students and scholars at the University of Illinois Chicago who previously had their Student and Exchange Visitor Information System status terminated. Per federal privacy laws, we…
Gender and Gender-affirming Care
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
UI Health is committed to providing inclusive care to our community. We continue to provide gender-affirming care to our patients in accordance with the law.