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RideSmart by Via is the University of Chicago’s exclusive on-demand rideshare program for students. Starting September 1, 2024, book unlimited free rides on and around UChicago’s campus from 5 p.m. until 4 a.m., seven days a week. To begin riding, download the RideSmart by Via app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and create an account using your UChicago email address. The app is available here: Android: App Store: ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the Web: Home: News: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: University of Chicago on YouTube: /uchicago *** ACCESSIBILITY: If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to make an accessibility-related request, please email digicomm@uchicago.

This video provides an overview of the safety resources available to UChicago students. The safety of people on campus and in the surrounding community is a paramount priority for the University of Chicago. In this video you’ll find an overview of the robust safety resources available to you, as well as tips for staying safe in the city. For a complete picture of the University’s ongoing commitment to safety and a full list of resources, please explore the Department of Safety and Security’s website. Visit: 0:17 – Get to know the campus area: Hyde Park and downtown Chicago 0:29 – The UChicago SAFE app 0:41 – University of Chicago Campus “Blue Lights” and “Mobile Blue Light” 1:05 – UChicago Safety Ambassadors 1:18 – Safety Escort Service 1:44 – “Friend Walk” UChicago SAFE app feature 1:55 – Emergency Support: 911 and the University of Chicago Police Department 2:17 – Dean on Call Program 3:00 - Comprehensive Wellness Resources (counseling, psychiatry, health programs) 3:15 – cAlert: UCh

This video provides an overview of the safety resources available to UChicago students. The safety of people on campus and in the surrounding community is a paramount priority for the University of Chicago. In this video you’ll find an overview of the robust safety resources available to you, as well as tips for staying safe in the city. For a complete picture of the University’s ongoing commitment to safety and a full list of resources, please explore the Department of Safety and Security’s website. Visit: 0:17 - Get to know the campus area: Hyde Park and Downtown Chicago 0:29 - The UChicago SAFE App 0:41 - University of Chicago Campus "Blue Lights" and "Mobile Blue Light" 1:05 - UChicago Safety Ambassadors 1:18 - Safety Escort Service 1:44 - "Friend Walk" UChicago SAFE App feature 1:56 - Getting Around: UGo Shuttle Service and Lyft ride share options 2:13 - Emergency Support: 911and the University of Chicago Police Department 2:35 - Dean on Call Program 3:19 - Comprehensive Wellness

This video provides an overview of the safety resources available to University of Chicago faculty and staff. In this video you’ll find an overview of the robust safety resources available to you, as well as tips for staying safe on campus and in the Hyde Park area. For a complete look at UChicago safety and security, including resources, alerts, transportation information and more, visit the Department of Safety and Security's website at 0:24 - UChicago Safe Mobile App 0:38 - Emergency Campus Blue Lights 0:52 - Mobile Blue Light 1:25 - UChicago Safety Ambassadors 1:53 - Green Light Cars 2:07 - Transportation and Parking Resources 2:29 - Employee Parking FAQ 2:36 - Requesting a Safety Escort 2:55 - cAlert Emergency Notifications 3:16 - Emergency and Non-Emergency Support 4:08 - Useful Safety Tips ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experi

This video provides an overview of the transportation resources available to University of Chicago faculty and staff. In this video you’ll find an overview of the robust transportation resources available to you, as well as tips for staying safe while traveling. For a complete picture of transportation resources, including shuttle routes, train and bus information, parking and more, visit the Department of Safety and Security's website at 0:18 - UChicago Safe Mobile app 0:26 - Walking the UChicago campus and Hyde Park area 0:45 - Getting Around: UGo Shuttle Service 1:19 - Downtown Campus Connector Map 1:37 - TransLoc app 1:42 - Using Lyft and other Rideshare services 1:53 - Getting Around: CTA Buses 2:39 - Getting Around: CTA Trains (L, Metra) 2:52 - Biking Around the City 3:22 - Other UChicago Safety Resources ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative

Emergencies can happen at any time, and we want you to be prepared. This video will help you understand what to do in the event of an emergency on the University of Chicago’s Hyde Park campus. It explains some of the alerts and instructions you may receive, and what actions you can take to enhance your safety. At the University of Chicago, your safety is a paramount priority. For a complete picture of the University’s ongoing commitment to safety and a full list of resources, please explore the Department of Safety and Security’s website. Visit: Chapters: 0:30 – What is a cAlert? 0:53 – How and where to receive cAlerts 1:38 – What should you do if you receive a cAlert 1:43 – Evacuation 2:27 – Shelter-in-place 2:58 – Lockdown 3:50 – What to do in the event of an active shooter 4:06 – Run, hide, fight 5:00 – Emergency scenario 1: What to do if there is an active shooter in a building near your location 5:28 – Emergency scenario 2: What to do if there is an active shooter in your building