Shuttle Schedule: April 3rd & 4th (download)
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Thursday, April 3rd
Friday, April 4th
Facilities Tour: April 3rd & 4th (download)
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Thursday, April 3
10:30-11:15AM
Biological Sciences Learning Center
Coffee Shop Tour
Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
Logan Center for the Arts
Newberger Hillel Center
Polksy Center for Entrepreneurship
Smart Museum of Art
11:30AM-12:15PM
Biological Sciences Learning Center
Calvert House Catholic Center
Carillon Tower
Coffee Shop Tour
Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
Polksy Center for Entrepreneurship
Ratner Athletic Center
12:30-1:15PM
Center for Identity + Inclusion
Coffee Shop Tour
Logan Center for the Arts
Media Arts, Data, and Design Center
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering
Smart Museum of Art
1:30-2:15PM
Calvert House Catholic Center
Carillon Tower
Coffee Shop Tour
Media Arts, Data, and Design Center
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering
Regenstein Library
2:30-3:15PM
Carillon Tower
Center for Identity + Inclusion
Coffee Shop Tour
Media Arts, Data, and Design Center
Newberger Hillel Center
Ratner Athletic Center
Smart Museum of Art
Friday, April 14
9:30-10:15AM
Coffee Shop Tour
Frederick C. Robie House
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering
Regenstein Library
10:30-11:15AM
Biological Sciences Learning Center
Coffee Shop Tour
Frederick C. Robie House
Logan Center for the Arts
Newberger Hillel Center
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering
Ratner Athletic Center
Facilities
Biological Sciences Learning Center:
Explore the Donnelley Biological Sciences Learning Center and its interactive teaching laboratories, learning spaces, and specialized research facilities.
Calvert House Catholic Center:
Check out this Newman Center, a Catholic home for the UChicago community providing sacraments, prayer, worship, and spiritual formation.
Carillon Tower:
Climb the 271-step spiral staircase for a guided tour through the chapel’s attic catwalks, mechanical room, and a demonstration of the famous carillon, followed by a 360-degree view of Chicago from the roof. This tour is not recommended for anyone who may be afraid of heights or claustrophobic.
Center for Identity + Inclusion:
Learn about the Center for Identity + Inclusion and the role it plays in fostering diverse and inclusive communities at UChicago.
Coffee Shop Tour:
Sample specialty drinks and explore a select 3 out of the 5 iconic student-run coffee shops to get a sneak peek of your future study and lounging spaces.
Frederick C. Robie House:
Discover the house Frank Lloyd Wright described as “a cornerstone of modern architecture” on this guided tour and see why UNESCO World Heritage listed the site as a masterpiece.
The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures:
Experience the ancient world at the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, home to an extensive collection of artifacts from Near Eastern civilizations.
Logan Center for the Arts:
Immerse in UChicago’s artistic hub for arts and innovation at the Logan Center for the Arts and discover the programs, events, and collaborative spaces that are available for students.
Media Arts, Data, and Design Center:
Check out the Media Arts, Data, and Design Center (MADD), a collaborative learning space, which houses the Hack Arts Lab, the Weston Game Lab, and the Computer Science Instructional Laboratory.
Newberger Hillell Center:
Learn about UChicago Hillel, an intellectual and cultural center for Jewish life, learning, and traditions on campus.
Polksy Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
Check out the Polsky Exchange, a startup incubator featuring work and meeting spaces, a Small Business Development Center, and programs to help launch your latest venture. This tour includes shuttle transportation to and from the facility.
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering:
Learn about the undergraduate molecular engineering program while touring the William Eckhardt Research Center and the Pritzker Nanofabrication Facilities.
Ratner Athletic Center:
Discover the fitness offerings available to UChicago students at the Ratner Athletic Center, which boasts a 50-meter swimming pool, basketball courts, fitness classes, and an array of workout equipment.
Regenstein Library:
Join a tour of the Joseph Regenstein Library, an excellent study spot and home to over 4.5 million printed volumes.
Smart Museum of Art:
Join a guided tour of the Smart Museum of Art to see current exhibi- tions and learn about the relationship between art and complex issues.
Program Schedule: April 3rd & 4th (download)
View Admitted Open House Schedule
Thursday and Friday Overview
Check-In
Cloister Club, Ida Noyes Hall
A complete schedule, meal passes, and luggage tags will be provided in your name badge at check-in.
Luggage Drop-Off
Cloister Club, Ida Noyes Hall
Drop off your luggage with our staff, and we'll take care of it for you during the program.
*Please retrieve all luggage no later than 6:00 p.m. on Thursday and 1:00 p.m. on Friday.
Facility Tour Ticket Pick-Up
Library, Ida Noyes Hall
Students who have selected a facility to visit can pick up their ticket any time before the tour. All Facility Tours will depart promptly at their start time. Please plan on gathering in the Ida Noyes courtyard 10-15 minutes prior to the start time to meet the tour leader.
Facility tours are for admitted students only. Family members may join depending upon capacity.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Current students will lead walking tours of campus at hourly intervals between 8:30 and 3:30 on Thursday and from 9:30 to 11:30 on Friday. Tours in Mandarin and Spanish are available at 11:30 a.m. each day.
Lunch
Event Tent
Boxed lunches will be provided to all guests at the tent located outside the front of Ida Noyes Hall, across 59th Street. Additional seating will be available in the lounges on the second floor of Ida Noyes Hall. (Thursday only).
Model Classes
See following schedule
Join members of our faculty for insightful presentations drawn from the material covered in one of their small, discussion-based classes.
Campus Partner Presentations
See following schedule
Join staff from various campus offices as they provide overviews of the many opporttunities UChicago students have to engage in a fulfilling undergraduate experience.
The Pub
The Pub, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a drink in "The Pub"! Only visitors over the age of 21 will be granted admission.
Schedule of Events: Thursday, April 3
Early-bird Campus Tour
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
UChicago Careers In Session
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join us for a session on how the UChicago undergraduate experience uniquely prepares students for success after college. Hear from Meredith Daw, Executive Director of Career Advancement, about the many resources made available to students (even before their arrival on campus!), and the directors of UChicago's Careers in Business, Entrepreneurship, Law, Healthcare, and STEM programs.
Model Class: Computer Science
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in Computer Science with Borja Sotomayor, Senior Instructional Professor in the Department of Computer Science.
Model Class: Global Studies
Third Floor Theater, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in Global Studies with Caterina Fugazzola, Assistant Senior Instructional Professor, Global Studies.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Getting Ready for Year One
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join Philip Venticinque, Dean of Students, for a conversation about all the ways students can prepare for their transition to campus, and all that awaits them during their first year in Hyde Park.
Housing and Virtual Residence Hall Tour
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Learn about our College Housing communities and take a virtual look into the various residence halls on campus. Current students will join via Zoom to provide tours of their rooms and houses.
Financial Aid: No Barriers
Breasted Hall, ISAC
A Financial Aid representative will lead a general session on financing a UChicago education. For specific questions, a representative will be available in the library of Ida Noyes Hall from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. on Thursday and 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Friday.
Model Class: Germanic Studies
Third Floor Theater, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in Germanic Studies with Kim Kenny, Senior Instructional Professor, Department of Germanic Studies.
Model Class: Molecular Engineering
Mandel Hall, Reynolds Club
Join us for a model class in Molecular Engineering with Cathy Nagler, Bunning Family Professor in the Biological Sciences Division, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and the College.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Model Class: Economics
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join us for a model class in Economics with Melissa Tartari, Associate Instructional Professor in the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics.
Model Class: Data Science
Breasted Hall, ISAC
Join us for a model class in Data Science with Amanda Jotte, Assistant Instructional Professor of Statistics and Data Science.
Model Class: Philosophy
Third Floor Theater, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in Philosophy with Ben Callard, Instructional Professor in the Department of Philosophy.
Study Abroad
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
A Study Abroad representative and current students will discuss our exceptional and dynamic study abroad opportunities.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Housing and Virtual Residence Hall Tour
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Learn about our College Housing communities and take a virtual look into the various residence halls on campus. Current students will join via Zoom to provide tours of their rooms and houses.
Model Class: Free Expression
Third Floor Theater, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class on Free Expression with Leila Brammer, Director of Curriculum at The University of Chicago Forum for Free Inquiry and Expression.
Model Class: Neuroscience
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join us for a model class in Neuroscience with Megan McNulty, Senior Instructional Professor, Biological Sciences Collegiate Division.
Model Class: Political Science
Breasted Hall, ISAC
Join us for a model class in Political Science with Paul Staniland, Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Political Science.
Research at UChicago
Mandel Hall, Reynolds Club
A Career Advancement STEM-focused industry leader and current students will discuss various relevant internship and research opportunities across all academic disciplines.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Advanced Scholars "4+1" Program
Mandel Hall, Reynolds Club
Please join us as a Career Advancement adviser discusses a streamlined application process through which students can apply to UChicago’s master’s programs as early as their second year.
The Arts
Breasted Hall, ISAC
Join faculty from UChicago Arts for a discussion on opportunities in the academic departments and student arts groups.
Model Class: Biological Sciences
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join us for a model class in Biological Sciences with Neil Shubin, Robert R. Bensley Distinguished Service Professor of Organismal Biology and Anatomy.
Model Class: Mathematics
Third Floor Theatre, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in Mathematics with Robert Fefferman, Max Mason Distinguished Service Professor in the Department of Mathematics.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Institute of Politics
Breasted Hall, ISAC
Join Heidi Heitkamp, former U.S. Senator, and a panel of undergraduate students for a discussion on their work this quarter.
Marine Biological Laboratory
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Hear from UChicago faculty and undergraduate students about opportunities to engage with the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, MA.
Model Class: Economics
Mandel Hall, Reynolds Club
Join us for a model class in Economics with Pablo Peña, Assistant Instructional Professor in the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics and the College.
Model Class: English
Third Floor Theater, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in English Language & Literature with Benjamin Saltzman, Director of Undergraduate Studies and Associate Professor in the Department of English Language and Literature.
Rockefeller Chapel Overview/Arts and Spiritual Life
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
The chapel and spiritual life staff will offer an overview of the iconic Chapel, introducing the artistic and spiritual programming (for students and the wider community) that happens there.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Keynote Address
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Mary Lou Gorno, a UChicago alumna and Trustee of the University, will offer the keynote address to the Admitted Student Open House Program.
Housing and Virtual Residence Hall Tour
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Learn about our College Housing communities and take a virtual look into the various residence halls on campus. Current students will join via Zoom to provide tours of their rooms and houses.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Reception for Family and Friends
David Rubenstein Forum
All guests are invited to join Paul Alivisatos, AB ‘81, President of the University of Chicago, Melina E. Hale, PhD ‘98, P ‘24, Dean of The College, and Jim Nondorf, Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, for an opportunity to meet and mingle with staff and faculty members.
Activities Below are for Admitted Students Only
Social Hour
Event Tent
Join current students for games and activities before dinner! This session is for students not staying overnight in campus housing.
Students Meet Overnight Hosts
First Floor, Ida Noyes Hall
Students who will be staying overnight on campus must attend this session to be matched with their overnight hosts.
Dinner
Various Dining Halls
Students will be escorted to dinner following the 4:00 p.m. sessions. Meal passes are provided in name badges.
RSO Fair and Showcase
Reynolds Club
Head to Reynolds Club to chat with representatives from our 450+ Recognized Student Organizations and check out live performances!
Additional information on the evening events and transportation can be found inside the name badges received at registration.
Schedule of Events: Friday, April 4
Get Ready for Year One
Breasted Hall, ISAC
Join Philip Venticinque, Dean of Students, for a conversation about all the ways students can prepare for their transition to campus, and all that awaits them during their first year in Hyde Park.
Model Class: Economics
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Join us for a model class in Economics with Fulya Ersoy, Assistant Instructional Professor in the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics and the College.
Keynote Address
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join Michael Greenstone, Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor in Economics, Faculty Director, Energy Policy Institute at The University of Chicago, and Founding Director, Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth, for a keynote address on The Global Energy Crisis.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Advanced Scholars "4+1" Program
Max P. Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall
Please join us as a Career Advancement adviser discusses a streamlined application process through which students can apply to UChicago’s master’s programs as early as their second year.
Keynote Address
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Join James Robinson, Institute Director, The Pearson Institute, Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Professor and University Professor, Harris School of Public Policy & Department of Political Science, and 2024 recipient of the Nobel Prize in Economics, for a keynote address in Economics.
Campus Tours
Lawn, Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
The First Year Experience
Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Jim Nondorf, Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, will lead a panel of first-year students as they share their experiences adjusting to life at UChicago and taking advantage of all the fun activities and resources provided from pre-orientation to move-in day to their first quarter of classes.