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Number of
Evacuation
(Fire) Drills
each Calendar

Year
1

1

1

1

1
1
1

1

1

1

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2013 STUDENT HOUSING FACILITIES FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS

Residential Facilities Fire Alarm Proprietary Full Sprinkler Partial In Room/ Corridor Smoke Fire Evacuation
Supervising Station System Sprinkler Unit Smoke Detection Extinguisher Plans
System Detection
Monitoring Done by UICPD Devices
N/A
Student Residence and YES YES YES YES YES YES
Commons North (SRCN) YES YES N/A
YES YES YES YES YES YES
– Bldg #644N N/A
650 S. Halsted Street YES YES YES YES YES YES
YES YES N/A
Student Residence and Commons YES YES YES YES YES YES
South (SRCS) – Bldg #644S YES YES N/A YES YES YES YES
700 S. Halsted Street YES YES N/A YES YES YES YES
YES YES N/A YES YES YES YES
Student Residence and YES YES N/A YES YES YES YES
Commons West (SRCW) N/A YES YES YES YES
N/A YES YES YES YES
– Bldg #644W
901 W. Harrison Street

Student Residence and
Commons Courtyard
(SRCC) – Bldg #644C
600 S. Halsted Street

Thomas Beckham Hall
(TBH) – Bldg #663

1250 S. Halsted Street

Marie Robinson Hall
(MRH) – Bldg #664
811 W. Maxwell Street

James J. Stukel Towers
(JJST) – Bldg #665

718 W. Rochford Street

Student Residence Hall
(SRH) – Bldg #923

818 S. Wolcott Avenue

Polk Street Residence Hall
(PSRH) – Bldg #937
1933 W. Polk Street

Single Student Residence
(SSR) – Bldg #951

809 S. Damen Avenue

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Number of
Evacuation
(Fire) Drills each
Calendar Year

1

1

1

1

1
1
1
1
1
1

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2012 STUDENT HOUSING FACILITIES FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS

Residential Facilities Fire Alarm Proprietary Full Sprinkler Partial Sprinkler In Room/ Corridor Smoke Fire Evacuation
Supervising Station System System Unit Smoke Detection Extinguisher Plans
Student Residence and Commons Monitoring Done Detection YES
North (SRCN) – Bldg #644N by UICPD Devices YES
650 S. Halsted Street YES YES
YES N/A YES YES YES YES
Student Residence and Commons YES YES
South (SRCS) – Bldg #644S YES N/A YES YES YES YES
700 S. Halsted Street YES YES
YES N/A YES YES YES YES
Student Residence and Commons YES YES
West (SRCW) – Bldg #644W YES N/A YES YES YES YES
901 W. Harrison Street YES
YES N/A YES YES YES
Student Residence and Commons YES
Courtyard (SRCC) – Bldg #644C YES N/A YES YES YES
YES
600 S. Halsted Street YES N/A YES YES YES
YES
Thomas Beckham Hall YES N/A YES YES YES
(TBH) – Bldg #663 YES
YES N/A YES YES YES
1250 S. Halsted Street YES
YES N/A YES YES YES
Marie Robinson Hall
(MRH) – Bldg #664
811 W. Maxwell Street

James J. Stukel Towers
(JJST) – Bldg #665

718 W. Rochford Street

Student Residence Hall
(SRH) – Bldg #923

818 S. Wolcott Avenue

Polk Street Residence Hall
(PSRH) – Bldg #937
1933 W. Polk Street

Single Student Residence
(SSR) – Bldg #951

809 S. Damen Avenue

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Number of
Evacuation
(Fire) Drills each
Calendar Year

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

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ALCOHOL AND
DRUG POLICIES

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ALCOHOL AND
DRUG POLICIES

The information in this section
is in accordance with the
Drug-Free Workplace Act
of 1988 and the Drug-Free
Schools and Communities
Act Amendments of 1989.

The unlawful or unauthorized possession, use, distribution,
dispensation, sale, or manufacture of controlled substances
or alcohol is prohibited on university property or as part of any
university activity. Students or employees who violate this policy
may be disciplined in accordance with university policies, statutes,
rules, and regulations up to and including dismissal and referral for
prosecution. The university may contact the parents of students
under the age of 21 for violations of the student disciplinary policy.

Substance Abuse
Education Programs

UIC is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol–free environment Handbooks
for its students and employees in compliance with applicable federal,
state, and local laws. Students or employees who violate federal, Select UIC units have developed and distributed informational
state, or local laws concerning drugs or alcohol are subject to handbooks that direct students and employees to their departmental
criminal prosecution; those who violate university policies may also and / or UIC alcohol and other drugs (AOD) policies. For example, UIC
be subject to institutional sanctions or dismissal. athletes receive the Student-Athlete Handbook, which details the
Substance Abuse Education and Testing Program for UIC athletes.
No one under the age of 21 may possess, sell, or consume alcoholic In addition, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics helps to
beverages on any property under UIC control, including campus guide their student athletes, a group nationally seen as high-risk for
housing. Persons of legal drinking age—age 21 years or older—may AOD use, through potentially risky situations by engaging them in
possess or consume alcoholic beverages only in areas or at functions educational activities, such as: informative conversations, life skill
specifically designated or approved for such use. classes, and random drug testing. The New Student and Parent

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Orientation Program produces and distributes the UIC Student Life use among UIC students, and how to help an intoxicated student.
Guide to over 5,000 new students each year. The Guide informs Approximately five thousand students participated in the summer
students of the variety of resources and support services offered orientation program for each of the last two years.
at UIC and its policy on alcohol and illegal drug use. The Resident
Student Handbook, distributed by Campus Housing, summarizes the Campus Events
UIC policy on alcohol and other drugs and provides information on its
use as it relates to living in a campus residence hall. The UIC Faculty The Wellness Center annually host’s educational events that
Handbook includes a discussion of the UIC AOD policy in its Health reach out to thousands of students raising their awareness about
and Safety section. responsible drinking, safe sex, and healthy behavior. These events
include: National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week, Feel Good
Online Assessment Fair, Safer Spring Break, and Safer Sex Fest.

The Wellness Center offers an online alcohol program during Wellness Center Website
New Student Orientation to all incoming first year students (over
6,000 in the last two years). E-CHUG (Electronic Checkup to Go) is The instructional guide “Party Like a Rock Star Who Just Wised Up:
an evidenced-based program endorsed by National Association Party Safety Guide” was given to the UIC Police “Party Patrol.” During
of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA). The program first fall 2014 officers visited fraternities and sororities located close to
surveys students on their alcohol attitudes and behaviors, then gives campus, talked about alcohol safety, and distributed a copy of the
them information that is pertinent to their survey answers. guide to each residence. The 16-page guide covers topics, such
as: sex under the influence of alcohol, tips to encourage the use of
Workshops designated drivers, the Illinois Social Host Law, recipes for non-
alcoholic drinks, and tips to keep partiers safe from alcohol poisoning
The Wellness Center staff and peer educators conduct one of the and DUI’s.
center’s most requested workshops, This Round’s On Us. Using
interactive activities, this workshop addresses the myths of alcohol National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (NCAAW)
use, signs of alcohol poisoning, blood alcohol concentration, dangers
of binge drinking, and responsible drinking levels. Requests for this In an effort to increase the number of students reached during
workshop come from student organizations, Greek organizations, NCAAW the Wellness Center asked UIC professors’ permission to
and residence halls. enter their classrooms to give a five-minute session on safe drinking
and alcohol poisoning. This initiative presented by the Wellness
Summer Orientation Presentations Center, reached over 5,000 students in the last two years. With the
goal of bringing a visual educational element to this approximately
In an effort to disseminate alcohol information to larger audiences, 3,000 “0-1-3”cards were handed out.
the Wellness Center presents mini-alcohol education sessions
during the new student summer orientation program. Using a game Distributing Educational Materials
show format, students answer a fun “pop quiz” that gives them the
opportunity to participate in the presentation and learn about safe In 2008 the “0-1-3 Rule” wallet size card was developed and
drinking behaviors. This brief presentation introduces the “0-1-3 distributed at Wellness Center events and workshops. “0-1-3”
Rule” for responsible drinking, social norming data on alcohol is a responsible drinking rule taught on many college campuses

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to help students learn and remember safe drinking guideline. Students who illegally possess, use, distribute, sell, or manufacture
This educational tool and visual reminder to drink responsibly
is distributed throughout the year to students at resource fairs, drugs or alcohol are subject to University disciplinary action and
workshops, individual consultations, and Alcohol Educational
Seminars. may be dismissed from the University. To view the UIC Student

Disciplinary Action Standards of Conduct refer to the Student Disciplinary Policy by

I’m a University employee. For what actions may I be visiting http://dos.uic.edu/docs/Student%20Disciplinary%20
disciplined?
Policy.pdf The University provides educational programs and

counseling to students who are substance users or who are affected

by the substance abuse of others. For confidential help with these

problems, contact the Counseling Center at (312) 996-3490, visit

their website http://www.uic.edu/depts/counseling, or review the

list of additional resources provided below.

Under existing policies and in compliance with federal and state laws, Effects of Alcohol and
employees are subject to disciplinary action, including discharge, Other Drugs on Health
for unauthorized consumption of intoxicating liquors on institutional
time or property; inability to satisfactorily perform their assigned Adverse health effects can range from nausea and anxiety to coma
duties as a result of drinking alcoholic beverages; illegal use of and death. There are risks associated with the chronic use of all
drugs, narcotics, or intoxicants; unauthorized sale or distribution of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol. A pregnant woman who uses
drugs, narcotics, or intoxicants; or otherwise being unfit to perform alcohol, cigarettes, or other drugs exposes herself and her fetus to
job duties due to use of alcohol or illegal drugs. Employees having serious risks, such as the risk of miscarriage, low birth weight, or
a problem with controlled substances or alcohol should seek brain damage.
professional advice and treatment. Employees may seek help for a
problem or obtain a list of counseling, rehabilitation, and assistance Substance abuse may involve not only controlled substances and
programs confidentially by calling the campus Employee Assistance illegal drugs, but also alcohol and other substances that pose a
Service staff at (312) 996-3588. In some cases, an employee’s health risk. When drugs are combined, their negative effects on the
supervisor may direct the employee to request this information. mind and body are often multiplied beyond the effects of the same
drugs taken singly, which can be deadly. Some of the health effects
What if I’m convicted of a drug or alcohol offense that took associated with the use of alcohol and other drugs are provided in
place at work? more detail below.

You must notify your supervisor within five days. If you are an For more information or questions concerning UIC’s policy on alcohol
employee working on a federal contract or grant and are convicted of and other drugs, students should contact the Office of the Dean of
a drug or alcohol offense occurring in the workplace, the University Student at (312) 996-4857. Employees should contact the Office of
will notify the granting or contracting federal agency within ten days Human Resources - Administration at (312) 413-4848.
of receiving notice of your conviction. Employees convicted of a
drug or alcohol offense involving the workplace may be disciplined Alcohol and Other Drugs
or discharged under existing laws, policies and rules, or may be Effects on Health
required to complete a drug rehabilitation program in order to
continue employment at the University

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Alcohol is the drug most frequently abused on college campuses peyote, and psilocybin (shrooms) can cause powerful distortions in
and in our society. Even small amounts of alcohol can impair the perception and thinking. Intense and often unpredictable emotional
judgment and coordination required to drive a car, increasing your reactions can trigger panic attacks or psychotic reaction. An
chances of having an accident. Alcohol may be an interacting factor overdose of hallucinogens can cause heart failure, lung failure, coma,
in the incidence of aggressive acts, including vandalism and assault and death.
and serious health problems, such as liver damage. Consuming
moderate to large amounts of alcohol impairs your ability to learn and Narcotics/Opiates
remember information. Because alcohol is a depressant, very large
amounts can cause respiratory and cardiac failure, resulting in death. Heroin, codeine, morphine, methadone, and opium are narcotics/
opiates. There is a high likelihood of developing a physical and
Cannabis psychological dependence on these drugs. Health effects include
anxiety, mood swings, nausea, confusion, constipation, and
Marijuana and hashish impair the user’s short-term memory and respiratory depression. Overdose may lead to convulsions, coma,
comprehension. They can cause confusion, anxiety, lung damage, and death. The risk of being infected with HIV, the virus that causes
and abnormalities of the hormonal and reproductive systems. AIDS, or other diseases significantly increases if you inject drugs and
Hours after the feeling of getting high fades, the effects of cannabis share needles.
on coordination and judgment may remain, heightening the risks
involved in driving or performing other complex tasks. Cannabis, a Stimulants
fat soluble substance, may remain in the body system for weeks. An
overdose or long-term use may bring about paranoia, panic attacks, Cocaine/crack, amphetamines, and other stimulants can cause
or psychiatric problems. agitation, loss of appetite, irregular heartbeat, chronic sleeplessness,
and hallucinations. All non-prescribed stimulants are extremely
Club/Designer Drugs dangerous and psychologically and physically addictive. An overdose
can result in seizures and death.
The terms “club drugs” and “designer drugs” refer to a wide variety of
drugs including MDMA (Ecstasy), GHB, rohypnol (roofies), ketamine Tobacco
(special K), methamphetamine (meth), and LSD (acid). Research
indicates that these drugs can cause serious health problems or Nicotine, the active ingredient in tobacco, increases your heart
even death. They can have even more serious consequences when rate and raises your blood pressure. The tar in cigarette smoke
mixed with alcohol. Club/designer drugs are also occasionally used is a major cause of cancer and other respiratory problems. The
or administered to facilitate a sexual assault. carbon monoxide in cigarette smoke can promote arteriosclerosis.
Long-term effects of smoking cigarettes may include emphysema,
Depressants chronic bronchitis, heart disease, and lung cancer.

Barbiturates, benzodiazepines (e.g., valium), Quaaludes, and other Illinois Laws That Apply To
depressants cause disorientation, slurred speech, and other Alcohol and Drug Use
behaviors associated with drunkenness. The effects of an overdose
of range from shallow breathing, clammy skin, dilated pupils, or a Recognizing that the abuse of alcohol and other dangerous
weak and rapid pulse that can result in coma or death. substances can be harmful to the “peace, health, and welfare”
of Illinois citizens [720 ILCS 570/100], the General Assembly
Hallucinogens implemented a series of laws that regulate the distribution and use

Hallucinogens such as LSD, MDMA, PCP (angel dust), mescaline,

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of controlled substances. Below is a brief description of some of the Driving Under the Influence
state and federal laws used to regulate alcohol and other drugs.
Driving while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, intoxicating
Controlled Substances compounds, or any combination thereof is against Illinois law. The
Secretary of State is authorized to cancel any driver’s license or
The unlawful manufacture, delivery (includes sale), or possession of permit upon determining that the holder has been convicted of
controlled substances is prohibited in Illinois through the Cannabis violating the Cannabis Control Act, the Illinois Controlled Substances
Control Act [720 ILCS 550/] and the Illinois Controlled Substances Act, the Methamphetamine Control and Community Protection Act,
Act [720 ILCS 570/100]. The Cannabis Control Act establishes or the Use of Intoxicating Compounds Act while that individual was in
penalties in a sharply rising progression based on the amount of actual physical control of a motor vehicle [625 ILCS 5/6-201].
substance containing cannabis involved in each case [720 ILCS
550/1]. In regard to both Acts, penalties vary with: the amount of Substantial penalties exist for individuals driving or physically
the drug confiscated, the type of drug found, the number of previous controlling a motor vehicle with a blood or breath alcohol
offenses held by the individual, and whether the inddividual intended concentration of .08 or greater [625 ILCS 5/11-501.1]. Arrests are
to manufacture, deliver or possess with intent to deliver [720 ILCS also possible at lower alcohol levels if driving is impaired. These acts,
570/401] [720 ILCS 570/402] [720 ILCS 550/4] [720 ILCS 550/5]. depending on the circumstances, may incur penalties, such as a
jail sentence, fines, or suspension / revocation of a driver’s license.
Underage Drinking Transporting open alcohol containers in a motor vehicle is also
punishable under Illinois law [625 ILCS 5/11-502].
The consumption of alcoholic liquor by any person under 21 years
of age is illegal [235 ILCS 5/6-20]. It is also against Illinois law for Federal Laws That Apply
anyone to permit a gathering at their residence at which one or more To Alcohol and Drug Use
persons under 21 possess or consume alcoholic beverages, to rent
a hotel or motel room for such purpose, or to sell or deliver alcohol to Possession and delivery (includes sale) of controlled substances is
anyone under 21 or to any intoxicated person [235 ILCS 5/6-16]. It is prohibited by the United States Code, Uniform Controlled Substance
also illegal for a person under 21 to present false identification in an Acts [21 U.S.C. 801 and following]. Similar to Illinois law, individuals
attempt to purchase alcohol [235 ILCS 5/6-16]. can be penalized on the quantity of confiscated drugs, the type of

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drug(s) found, the number of previous offenses by the individual, and whether the individual intended to manufacture, sell, or use the drug. Any
individual who knowingly possesses a controlled substance that is in an amount that, as specified by regulation of the Attorney General, is a
personal use amount shall be liable to the United States for criminal and civil penalties.

UIC and Community Resources for Alcohol
and Other Drug Services

Services to help students and employees cope with problems related to substance abuse.

Counseling Center Provides services to help students deal with a diverse set of issues, including (312) 996-3490 counseling.uic.edu
Family Medicine stress, a crisis or trauma, transition to college, substance use and mental N/A
illness, in a safe, supportive, confidential setting. Services are free to students
and their spousesThe Counseling Center is also able to provide additional
support for students seeking to connect to clinical services for problem
drinking. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or for more information.
The Counseling Center does not provide the formalized alcohol assessment
used in court.

Family Medicine can provide referrals to substance abuse programs that are on (312) 996-2901
and off campus. Some of these services may be covered by student insurance.
To get a referral, you have to first make an appointment with a Family Medicine
Physician.

The Wellness Center The Wellness Center houses several alcohol and substance abuse resources, (312) 413-2120 wellnesscenter.uic.edu
Student Center East including brochures, and can provide information on other resources on and off N/A
campus.
The Wellness Center does not provide formal alcohol assessments that
generate reports acceptable for use in court cases.
e-CHUG: an alcohol self-assessment tool, available at the Wellness Center
website, can provide feedback and information about an individual’s alcohol
use.

Clinical Employee This employee assistance service is a confidential counseling resource that (312) 996-3588
Assistance Service specializes in working with employees and their family members who are
experiencing personal problem(s) that may be affecting the employee’s job
performance. The assistance program is available to help clarify issues, identify
resources and offer follow-up assistance as needed.

State Services University’s Faculty/Staff Assistance Service is a confidential service that (312) 996-3588 N/A
Employee specializes in working with employees and their family members who are
Assistance Program experiencing some type of personal problem(s) that may be affecting the
employee’s job performance. The assistance program is available to help clarify
issues, identify resources and offer follow-up assistance as needed.

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Emergency Services Hotlines (773) 296-5380
(800) 821-HELP
Advocate Illinois Masonic Behavioral Health Services Outpatient Care (800) 843-6154
Alcohol & Drug Helpline (800) 222-1222
Illinois Department of Human Services (312) 996-5535
Illinois Poison Control Center
UIC In-Touch Crisis Hotline (312) 346-1475 www.chicagoaa.org
(312) 409-7245 www.niafg.org
Self-Help Groups (708) 848-4884 www.chicagona.org

Alcoholics Anonymous
Al-Anon/Alateen
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Additional Resources (773) 296-3220 http://www.advocatehealth.com/immc/behavioralhealth

Advocate Illinois Masonic Behavioral (312) 266-0404 www.capqualitycare.com
Health Services Outpatient Care www.chicagotreatment.com
Center for Addictive Problems (CAP) (773) 523-3400
Chicago Treatment and Counseling http://www.treatmentcentersdirectory.com
Centers Inc. (CTCCI) (866) 845-8975 http://www.fgcinc.org
Drug Abuse Treatment http://www.foundationsrecoverynetwork.com
Drug Alcohol Treatment Centers and (800) 838-1752 www.recovergateway.org
Addiction Rehab Programs Directory http://www.hcenter.org
Family Guidance Center, Inc. (312) 943-6545 http://www.hazelden.org
Foundations Recovery Networks (877) 714-1318 http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29725t
Gateway Foundation (800) 971-4673
Haymarket Center (312) 226-7984 http://ingalls.org/Behavioral-Health.aspx
Hazelden Chicago (312) 943-3534 http://www.lssi.org
Illinois Department of www.new-hope-recovery.com
Human Services (800) 843-6154 http://www.riveredgehospital.com
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Behavioral Health Services (708) 333-2300
Lutheran Social Service of Illinois
New Hope Recovery Center (847) 635-4600
Riveredge Hospital (888) 707-4673
(708) 209-4181

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Resources for Women and Children

Haymarket Center (312) 226-7984 http://www.hcenter.org
http://lcmh.org/index.cfm?pageID=245&criteria=behavioral-health
Little Company of Mary Hospital Behavioral (708) 422-6200 http://www.sisterhousechicago.org
Health
http://www.womenstreatmentcenter.org
Sisterhouse (773) 626-0525
http://www.apd.army.mil/pdffiles/r600_85.pdf
The Forever Free Program (773) 374-8165 http://www.hines.va.gov/index.asp
http://www2.va.gov/directory/guide/state.asp?STATE=IL&dnum=1
The Women’s Treatment Center (312) 850-0050
http://elgin.edu/students.aspx?id=8412
Army Substance Abuse Program N/A http://www.hopefortomorrow.net
Cooke’s Manor/Hines (708) 202-8387 http://www2.illinois.gov/veterans/Pages/default.aspx
Department of Veterans Affairs (800) 827-1000 http://www.illinoisveteranscare.com
(VA)– Chicago Regional Office http://www.riveredgehospital.com
Elgin Community College’s (630) 966-9000 http://www.studentveterans.org
Resources for Veterans (312) 814-2460 http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/TreatmentLocator/faces/quickSearch.jspx
Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. (VetCare) 1-877-4VETSRX http://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/res-vatreatmentprograms.asp
Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (708) 209-4181
Illinois Veteran Care (202) 223-4710
Riveredge Hospital N/A
Student Veterans of America (800) 827-1000
Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator
Summary of VA Treatment Programs
for Substance Use Problems

Resources to Help a Friend/a Child/a Colleague
with Substance Abuse Problem

A Loved One’s Substance Abuse Problem: http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2009/March/feature1.htm
What You Can Do?
Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse: Signs, Symptoms, and Help http://www.helpguide.org/articles/addiction/alcoholism-and-alcohol-abuse.htm
for Drinking Problems http://www.ehow.com/video_7155422_loved-one-drug-addiction.html
How to Help a Loved One with Addiction http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/intervention/MH00127
Intervention: Help a Loved One Overcome Addiction

Driving Under the Influence (DUI)/Driving While Intoxicated
(DWI) Resources for Offenders

Central States Institute of (312) 948-6001 http://www.nonprofitfacts.com//IL/Central-States-Institute-Of-Addiction-Programs.html
Addiction – Chicago Office

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Online Resources http://addiction-intervention.com
http://www.addictionrecov.org
Addiction Intervention Resources http://www.nida.nih.gov/nidahome.html
Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery http://www.samhsa.gov
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Glossary of Terms Used acronym DWI. State statutes vary as to what that level is, but it
in this Section ranges from .08 to .10. Also known as Driving Under the Influence
(DUI), which, in some jurisdictions, means that the driver had a
Alcohol Assessment lower level of intoxication than DWI, but was still impaired. In some
jurisdictions, the term driving while impaired is used.
This is an evaluation for an individual to determine if he/she has a
problem with alcohol. Often in cases of DUI/DWI, courts mandate Outpatient Program
an individual to undergo an assessment as well as an education
program as part of the sentencing. Outpatient substance abuse treatment is provided in a licensed
outpatient facility which provides regularly scheduled individual,
An alcohol and drug assessment or evaluation may be a simple group and/or licensed family counseling. Services may be
phone interview with a clinician, perhaps a face-to-face meeting provided to patients discharged from a more intensive level of
with a counselor or even a more comprehensive process where an care, but are not necessarily limited to this.
individual participates in a series of tests. Whatever the form, an
assessment is the place to start in the treatment/rehab plan. Residential/Inpatient Program

Confidential These are programs in which individuals with substance abuse
problems live on site in program housing as they undergo a
Information is kept private and will not be disclosed without the course of individual and group activities and treatment. These are
consent of the individual. For example, details disclosed during the often group living environments, such as a converted apartment
individual counseling sessions are kept private by the counselor, building or a single-family home. These facilities do not usually
including name. have restricted or secure exit and entry ways, residents may be
required to follow strict rules to remain in the programs.
Detoxification
Such programs are usually for drug abusers who have not had
This is the treatment for addiction to drugs or alcohol intended success in other programs. It is also for those who want to avoid
to remove the toxic substances from the body as well as the temptation and the stress of being around work, family and friends.
physiological effects of the addictive substances. These programs provide intense treatment and supervision
opportunities, not to restrict the drug abuser, but to help them to
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) succeed.

The criminal law offense of operating a vehicle after having Transitional Housing Program
consumed an amount of alcohol sufficient to raise one’s blood
alcohol content above a legal limit, commonly referred to by the These are programs that provide housing, treatment, and
appropriate support services to homeless persons with substance
abuse problems and facilitates movement to independent living.

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MISSING
STUDENTS

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NOTIFICATION MISSING
OF MISSING STUDENT POLICY
STUDENTS
A student is defined as missing once the UIC Police Department
If members of the UIC community suspect that a student who resides (UICPD) are notified and initiate a formal missing person
in UIC on campus housing is missing, it is critical that they report investigation. UIC will actively investigate any report submitted that
that information to the UICPD by calling (312) 355-5555. They will describes a Missing Student incident. For purposes of this policy, UIC
generate a missing person report and initiate an investigation. defines a student to be any person enrolled in any class or program at
UIC. The UIC staff’s role in the Missing Student investigation may vary
A student is determined to be missing when the UICPD have verified depending upon a student’s academic and residential status (e.g.,
that reported information is credible and circumstances warrant living on or off campus, study abroad, full time or part time, etc.).
declaring the person missing. Should the UICPD investigate and
determine that a residential student is a missing person, the following Efforts to locate the student will be coordinated through a
notification process will be initiated. collaboration of the UICPD, Campus Housing, Office of the Dean of
Students, local authorities, and friends and family members of the
If the student is under the age of eighteen (18) and is not an Missing Student. When information is received by UIC regarding
emancipated individual, the Dean of Students or a designee of the a Missing Student, there will be no waiting period before an
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, in collaboration with the UICPD, investigation is initiated. All investigative procedures will be governed
will notify the student’s custodial parent or guardian and any other by UIC policy and procedures and federal, state, and local laws.
designated contact person within twenty-four (24) hours. Regardless
of whether the student has identified a contact person, is above the Formal police investigations and community notifications will
age of eighteen (18) or is an emancipated minor, UICPD will inform the typically take place after the initial staff investigation on the
local law enforcement with jurisdiction in the area that the student is whereabouts of the student. Initial staff investigations, prior to any
missing within twenty-four (24) hours. formal police investigation, will include a thorough review of the
student’s recent activity on campus which may include, but not be

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limited to: questioning the student’s roommates and friends, visiting and the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Understanding that

the student’s room or apartment and reviewing the student’s recent in these types of incidents time is critical, the creation of a written

use of his/her ID card. If not located within twenty-four (24) hours, report by Student Affairs staff should not deter them from verbally

the Dean of Students or a designee of the Vice Chancellor for Student sharing important information with the UICPD. The Vice Chancellor

Affairs, in collaboration with the UICPD, will contact the person(s) for Student Affairs or designee will be responsible for alerting the

listed on the student’s Emergency Contact page or the student’s appropriate University officials of the Missing Student situation.

parent or guardian to alert them that their student may be missing.

Once this occurs, a UIC official or a family member will file an official Investigations
missing person report with the law enforcement agency within the

appropriate jurisdiction.

The formal investigation of a Missing Student is the responsibility of

Initial Response the UICPD. The UICPD, who are the investigative body, will decide
when to promptly dispatch officers to conduct a formal investigation.

The first step in the process will be an informal staff investigation to The responding officers will be apprised by staff of all information

seek information related to the circumstances around the missing and the police will obtain a photograph of the student from the

person allegation and then inform the UICPD. Typically, the initial campus ID office. Staff will work with the police to obtain from friends

response will be coordinated by staff in Campus Housing, staff in or acquaintances, any notes, records, recordings of telephone

the Office of the Dean of Students, and the UICPD. At the early stage communications, etc., pertaining to the student. (As University

in the investigation, the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs will be protocol would require, the campus police will be present with the

notified. The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee will be Student Affairs staff when they search the Missing Student’s room).

responsible for alerting the appropriate University officials of the The search will be initiated to obtain academic, housing, food service,

Missing Student situation. and general student record information that will help support the

police in their efforts to locate the Missing Student.

The Office of the Dean of Students will act as the Student Affairs
Staff should document the situation, creating a factual written liaison with the UICPD, University offices and the Colleges
report, while obtaining as many details as possible from the persons concerning Missing Student incidents and may also aid the police
reporting the incident. While speaking with persons who reported in the coordination of meetings or certain communications to be
the disappearance, staff should verify the accuracy of information established during the Missing Student search process.
previously provided. Once facts are documented, the written report
and all other information available will be provided to the UICPD

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Communication for Responding
to a Missing Student Report

To the extent possible, the UICPD will keep the designated student • Office of Student Financial Aid
affairs staff apprised of the investigation as it continues. The Vice
Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee will ensure that pertinent • Office of International Services
details are appropriately relayed to staff and will make notifications
to supervisors and the UIC administration in accordance with • Public Affairs
established policies and procedures as the investigation progresses.
• University Counsel
The Office of the Dean of Students will serve as a liaison to the family.
Through this role, the Dean of Students will coordinate on-going Student Communication
communication with family and friends of the Missing Student and
help to provide additional support services that may be needed. Also, Emergency contact information will be requested of newly
the Dean of Students will work with the UICPD and the Public and matriculating students via the UIC Connect portal at www.my.uic.
Government Affairs office to coordinate messages to the campus edu. The checklist of required items for matriculation to UIC will
community ensuring that pertinent details are accurately prepared, include population of the Emergency Contacts field. E-mail notices
updated, and disseminated through official notices. In the case of a to continuing students regarding registration include a reminder to
Missing Student, multiple offices and academic units may be notified update Emergency contacts using Banner Student Self-Service.
by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee. Notification Students will have the opportunity to update Emergency Contact
of a Missing Student may include, but not be limited to the following: information via Banner Student Self-Service throughout the year. A
standard message will be developed to accompany the email notices
• Chancellor and Provost informing students about UIC’s missing student policy and UIC’s
requirements listed above.
• Deans; Academic Colleges
Students residing in campus housing will be informed annually
• Vice Chancellors that each student has the option to identify a person designated
as a confidential missing person contact to be notified by UIC
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no later than twenty-four (24) hours after the time the student is
determined to be missing by the designated officials authorized to
make that determination, specifically the UICPD. The confidential
contact may be a person designated by the student in addition to
the declared emergency contact. Should the student not formally
declare a separate missing person contact, the emergency contact
on record will be notified. UIC students are advised that their contact
information will be registered confidentially, and that this information
will be accessible only to authorized campus officials and law
enforcement and that it may not be disclosed outside of a missing
person investigation.
Notification of this policy will be made directly to all students residing
in campus housing annually and be available in conjunction with the
“Annual Security and Fire Safety Report” that provides information
in compliance with the Clery Act. All students attempting to register
for campus housing will also be notified of this policy at the time
of online completion of housing related documents. During the
online registration process, (my.uic.edu) specific campus housing
emergency related contact information will be captured, and the
student will have the opportunity to provide a separate missing
person contact online. All information submitted online during the
housing registration process will remain on file and be considered
accurate until the student voluntarily provides different information.

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12

DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE,
DATING VIOLENCE,
STALKING AND
SEXUAL ASSAULT
POLICIES

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING
VIOLENCE, STALKING AND
SEXUAL ASSAULT POLICIES

UIC Interim Policy on UIC is committed to providing an educational and work environment
Sex Discrimination, that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, sexual harassment,
Sexual Harassment and and sexual misconduct. UIC prohibits and will not tolerate sex
Sexual Misconduct discrimination of or by students, employees, or visitors. UIC’s
response will include fair, prompt, and equitable investigations,
This Policy on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual interim safety measures, accommodations, and academic, workplace
Misconduct sets forth UIC’s position regarding conduct that violates and community remedies when such conduct is reported. Given the
Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 (“Title IX”), and nature of sex discrimination, sex or gender-based harassment, and
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended (“Title VII”), and sexual misconduct, specific investigations and remedies will be
supplements related campus and University of Illinois policies and determined on a case-by-case basis. UIC will impose appropriate
laws. Title IX states as follows: sanctions and take other corrective actions in accordance with
applicable campus policies and procedures to address conduct
No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be that is found to violate this policy. UIC strictly prohibits retaliation
excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be against any person participating in a Title IX investigation or resultant
subjected to discrimination under any education program or disciplinary process.
activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
All employees have the authority and responsibility to report sex
Unlawful discrimination on the basis of sex or gender may include discrimination or sexual misconduct and are considered to be
sexual or gender-based harassment1 and all forms of sexual “Responsible Employees.” All Responsible Employees are required to
violence including but not limited to sexual assault, sexual battery, participate in training and report disclosures or observations of sex
sexual abuse, sexual coercion, sexual exploitation, dating violence, discrimination, sexual or gender-based harassment or other sexual
domestic violence, and stalking (i.e. sexual misconduct). misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator.

1Unwelcome conduct based on actual or perceived sex or harassment based on gender identity To implement this policy, the Title IX Coordinator in the Office for
or nonconformity with sex stereotypes, US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Title IX Access and Equity shall oversee Title IX compliance and all related
Resource Guide (April, 2015). policies pertaining to sex discrimination, sexual or gender-based
harassment, and/or sexual misconduct. For all complaints received,

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the Title IX Coordinator and designees are charged with the authority
to conduct investigations, determine findings about violations of
this policy based on a preponderance of evidence standard, and
make recommendations to the appropriate University authorities for
students, faculty and/or staff.

To file a complaint, contact the Title IX Coordinator. You may also
contact the Office of Civil Rights.

Rebecca Gordon, Title IX Coordinator U.S. Department of Education
Office for Access and Equity Office for Civil Rights
809 S Marshfield Ave, M/C 602 (800) 421-3481, [email protected]
(312) 996-8670, [email protected] http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html
http://oae.uic.edu/TitleIX/index.htm

Policy Coverage

This policy applies to sexual misconduct that is alleged to have been For a complete copy of the UIC policy governing sex discrimination,
committed on or by students, employees or visitors: sexual harassment and sexual misconduct (Need to give you url
tomorrow), visit and for information regarding student misconduct
On any of the six UIC campuses, which includes the University of visit, http://sexualmisconduct.uic.edu/policystatement.shtml.
Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System
Sexual Misconduct Definitions
Off-campus, in connection with a University recognized program or
activity

Off-campus, in a manner that may pose an obvious and serious threat Sexual misconduct is a broad term used to encompass conduct
of harm or may have the effect of creating a hostile educational that may cause sex discrimination through sexual or gender-based
environment for any member of the University community. harassment, or sexual violence such as dating violence, domestic
violence, sexual assault or stalking. In evaluating violations of this
Individuals at the University may hold more than one classification policy, University, state and federal definitions of sexual misconduct
at a time. Such is the case with teaching, housing and graduate are utilized. For the purpose of this policy, key terms are defined as
assistants who are both students and employees. All relevant follows:
University Processes will be pursued for each classification held by
individuals who are found to have violated the sexual misconduct
policy.

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Consent Domestic Violence

For purposes of this policy, consent means clear and unambiguous Domestic violence consists of abusive behaviors that are committed
agreement, expressed in mutually understandable words or actions, by someone with a qualifying relationship with the Complainant.
to engage in a particular sexual activity with a specific person or Abusive behaviors include: emotional/psychological, physical and/
persons. or sexual abuse, harassment, threats, intimidation, forcing someone
to participate in illegal activities such as selling drugs or stealing,
The initiator of sexual activity is responsible for obtaining consent. or depriving someone of necessities such as food or medicine. The
Consent must be voluntarily given and cannot be the result of force, qualifying relationship includes a past or present spouse or intimate
threats, intimidation and/or coercion (e.g. emotional or psychological partner, a person with whom the Complainant shares a child in
pressure). The absence of a response does not communicate consent common; a person living in the same apartment, house or residence
nor can consent be assumed from past sexual activity or manner of hall room or by a caregiver regardless of gender identification or
dress. Consent can be withdrawn by either party at any point. If the sexual orientation of the abuser or Complainant.
sexual activity does not stop, it is considered to be sexual assault and
violation of this policy. Harassment

It is a violation of this policy for a student to engage in sexual activity Harassment includes conduct engaged in without a legitimate
with anyone he/she knew or should have known was incapacitated. purpose that is disruptive and causes emotional distress to the
A person who is mentally or physically incapacitated cannot intended target of the behavior. Examples include repeated
give consent. Incapacitation is a state where one cannot make phone calls, text messages or emails, or showing up or creating a
rational, reasonable decisions because he or she lacks the ability disturbance at the person’s home, work, educational setting, car
to understand or make decisions due to alcohol, drug use, illness, or other setting. Harassment can be a part of Domestic Violence,
or disability. Signs of incapacitation include behaviors such as Stalking or Gender Harassment and can be nonsexual in nature
slurring words, inability to hold a conversation, difficulty with motor as would be the case in behavior or messages that were hostile,
functioning, unresponsiveness, losing consciousness or loss of intimidating, humiliating or threatening in nature.
consciousness.

Consent cannot be given if the person is a minor (i.e. under the age Gender-based Harassment
of 17) or is age 17 if the other party is 18 years or older and holds a
position of authority. Gender-based harassment is another form of sexual harassment
and refers to unwelcome conduct based on an individual’s actual
Sexual Assault or perceived sex, including harassment based on gender identity
or nonconformity with sex stereotypes (e.g. gender expression or
Any form of non-consensual sexual activity. Sexual assault includes majoring in a non-traditional career field) or harassment based on
all unwanted sexual acts that range from fondling to attempted rape actual or perceived sexual orientation. This behavior does not have
or rape. Rape is defined as penetration “no matter how slight” of the to be sexual in nature and can be verbal, written or physical conduct
vagina or anus with any body part or object, or anal penetration by a that is threatening, harmful or humiliating.
sex organ of another person, without the consent of the Complainant.
Sexual assault also includes sex with minors (e.g. statutory rape or
incest) and sex between a minor (i.e. age 17 or younger) and a person
who is 18 years or older and holds a position of authority.

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Sexual Exploitation denies or limits a student’s ability to participate in or benefit
from the education program or creates an intimidating, hostile
Any act whereby one person violates the sexual privacy of another or or offensive environment. Examples of adverse impact include
takes nonconsensual, unjust or abusive sexual advantage of another difficulty performing at practices, drop in grades, withdrawal from
person such as recording, photographing, transmitting, viewing or class, physical injury, or significant emotional distress. A hostile
distributing intimate or sexual images or sexual information without environment can be created for students who witness sexual
the knowledge and consent of all parties involved. Other behaviors harassment of another student.
include voyeurism or viewing others engaged in sexual acts without
consent of all parties involved, knowingly transmitting sexually A hostile environment may be created through unwelcome, severe or
transmitted infections (STI) or HIV, or forcing a person to have sex pervasive acts:
with others.
• Sexual advances

Sex Discrimination • Fondling
• Shoulder massages
Sex discrimination is adverse treatment of an individual based on sex • Pinching
or gender rather than individual merit or the prevention of access • Grabbing
and equity due to the creation of a hostile environment. Even a single • Lewd hand gestures
incident of sexual harassment, gender-based harassment, or sexual • Leering
violence such as sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, • Suggestive comments
or stalking, if severe enough, can cause sex discrimination. • Off-color jokes
• Comments on physical attributes
Sexual Harassment • Discussions of sexual exploits
• Lewd voicemail messages
For employees, sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome • Displays of sexually suggestive pictures, photos, cartoons,
sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any conduct of a
sexual nature when screen savers
• Lewd e-mails or texts
1. submission to such conduct is either explicitly or implicitly • Sexually suggestive posts on social media
made a term or condition of employment; and • Facebook pictures with sexual overtones

2. submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as a basis
for making decisions about employment; or

3. such conduct interferes with job performance or creates an
intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment.

Similarly for students, sexual harassment occurs when a faculty
or University employee conditions an educational or employment
decision or benefit on the student’s submission to unwelcome sexual
conduct. A hostile environment is created when any unwelcome
sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any unwelcome
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State and Federal the time of the offense shall not constitute consent.
Crime Definitions
(c) A person who initially consents to sexual penetration or
The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA) was signed sexual conduct is not deemed to have consented to any sexual
into law in March, 2013 by President Obama. The law imposes new penetration or sexual conduct that occurs after he or she
regulations on colleges and universities related to sexual misconduct withdraws consent during the course of that sexual penetration
including additional crime reporting categories, changes in student or sexual conduct. 
conduct processes, and training and educational activities. Other
federal laws and several Illinois state laws also pertain to sexual Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault, 720 ILCS 5/11-1.30
misconduct.
(a) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual assault if that
Illinois Statutory Definitions person commits criminal sexual assault and any of the following
aggravating circumstances exist during the commission of the
Criminal Sexual Assault, 720 ILCS 5/11-1.20(a) offense or, for purposes of paragraph (7), occur as part of the
same course of conduct as the commission of the offense:
A person commits criminal sexual assault if that person commits
an act of sexual penetration and: (1) uses force or threat of force; (2) 1. the person displays, threatens to use, or uses a
knows that the Complainant is unable to understand the nature of dangerous weapon, other than a firearm, or any
the act or is unable to give knowing consent; (3) is a family member of other object fashioned or used in a manner that
the Complainant , and the Complainant is under 18 years of age; or leads the Complainant , under the circumstances,
(4) is 17 years of age or over and holds a position of trust, authority, or reasonably to believe that the object is a dangerous
supervision in relation to the Complainant , and the Complainant is at weapon;
least 13 years of age but under 18 years of age.
2. the person causes bodily harm to the Complainant
, except as provided in paragraph (10);

Sexual Penetration, 720 ILCS 5/11-0.1 3. the person acts in a manner that threatens or
endangers the life of the Complainant or any other
“Sexual penetration” means any contact, however slight, between person;
the sex organ or anus of one person and an object or the sex organ,
mouth, or anus of another person, or any intrusion, however slight, 4. the person commits the criminal sexual assault
of any part of the body of one person or of any animal or object into during the course of committing or attempting to
the sex organ or anus of another person, including, but not limited commit any other felony;
to, cunnilingus, fellatio, or anal penetration. Evidence of emission of
semen is not required to prove sexual penetration. 5. the Complainant is 60 years of age or older;

Consent, 720 ILCS 5/11-1.70 6. the Complainant is a physically handicapped
person;
(a) “Consent” means a freely given agreement to the act of sexual
penetration or sexual conduct in question. Lack of verbal or 7. the person delivers (by injection, inhalation,
physical resistance or submission by the Complainant resulting ingestion, transfer of possession, or any
from the use of force or threat of force by the accused shall not other means) any controlled substance to the
constitute consent. The manner of dress of the Complainant at Complainant without the Complainant ‘s consent

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or by threat or deception for other than medical Criminal Sexual Abuse, 720 ILCS 5/11-1.50
purposes;
(a) A person commits criminal sexual abuse if that person: (1)
8. the person is armed with a firearm; commits an act of sexual conduct by the use of force or threat
of force; or (2) commits an act of sexual conduct and knows that
9. the person personally discharges a firearm during the Complainant is unable to understand the nature of the act or
the commission of the offense; or is unable to give knowing consent.

10. the person personally discharges a firearm during (b) A person commits criminal sexual abuse if that person is
the commission of the offense, and that discharge under 17 years of age and commits an act of sexual penetration
proximately causes great bodily harm, permanent or sexual conduct with a Complainant who is at least 9 years of
disability, permanent disfigurement, or death to age but under 17 years of age.
another person.
(c) A person commits criminal sexual abuse if that person
(b) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual assault if that commits an act of sexual penetration or sexual conduct with
person is under 17 years of age and: (i) commits an act of sexual a Complainant who is at least 13 years of age but under 17
penetration with a Complainant who is under 9 years of age; years of age and the person is less than 5 years older than the
or (ii) commits an act of sexual penetration with a Complainant Complainant.
who is at least 9 years of age but under 13 years of age and the
person uses force or threat of force to commit the act. Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse, 720 ILCS 5/11-1.60

(c) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual assault if that (a) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual abuse if that
person commits an act of sexual penetration with a Complainant person commits criminal sexual abuse and any of the following
who is a severely or profoundly intellectually disabled person. aggravating circumstances exist (i) during the commission of the
offense or (ii) for purposes of paragraph (7), as part of the same
Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child, 720 ILCS course of conduct as the commission of the offense:
5/11-1.40(a)
1. the person displays, threatens to use, or uses a
A person commits predatory criminal sexual assault of a child if that dangerous weapon or any other object fashioned
person is 17 years of age or older, and commits an act of contact, or used in a manner that leads the Complainant ,
however slight, between the sex organ or anus of one person and under the circumstances, reasonably to believe
the part of the body of another for the purpose of sexual gratification that the object is a dangerous weapon;
or arousal of the Complainant or the accused, or an act of sexual
penetration, and: (1) the Complainant is under 13 years of age; or 2. the person causes bodily harm to the Complainant
(2) the Complainant is under 13 years of age and that person: (A) ;
is armed with a firearm; (B) personally discharges a firearm during
the commission of the offense; (C) causes great bodily harm to 3. the Complainant is 60 years of age or older;
the Complainant that: (i) results in permanent disability; or (ii) is
life threatening; or (D) delivers (by injection, inhalation, ingestion, 4. the Complainant is a physically handicapped
transfer of possession, or any other means) any controlled substance person;
to the Complainant without the Complainant ‘s consent or by threat
or deception, for other than medical purposes. 5. the person acts in a manner that threatens or
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person; (e) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual abuse if that
person commits an act of sexual conduct with a Complainant
6. the person commits the criminal sexual abuse who is a severely or profoundly intellectually disabled person.
during the course of committing or attempting to
commit any other felony; or (f) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual abuse if that
person commits an act of sexual conduct with a Complainant
7. the person delivers (by injection, inhalation, who is at least 13 years of age but under 18 years of age and the
ingestion, transfer of possession, or any person is 17 years of age or over and holds a position of trust,
other means) any controlled substance to the authority, or supervision in relation to the Complainant.
Complainant for other than medical purposes
without the Complainant’s consent or by threat or Sexual Relations Within Families, 720 ILCS 5/11-11
deception.
(a) A person commits sexual relations within families if he or she: (1)
(b) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual abuse if that Commits an act of sexual penetration as defined in Section 11-0.1
person commits an act of sexual conduct with a Complainant of this Code; and (2) The person knows that he or she is related to
who is under 18 years of age and the person is a family member. the other person as follows: (i) Brother or sister, either of the whole
blood or the half-blood; or (ii) Father or mother, when the child,
(c) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual abuse if: regardless of legitimacy and regardless of whether the child was of
the whole blood or half-blood or was adopted, was 18 years of age
1. that person is 17 years of age or over and: or over when the act was committed; or (iii) Stepfather or stepmother,
(i) commits an act of sexual conduct with a when the stepchild was 18 years of age or over when the act was
Complainant who is under 13 years of age; committed; or (iv) Aunt or uncle, when the niece or nephew was 18
or (ii) commits an act of sexual conduct with a years of age or over when the act was committed; or (v) Great-aunt or
Complainant who is at least 13 years of age but great-uncle, when the grand-niece or grand-nephew was 18 years of
under 17 years of age and the person uses force or age or over when the act was committed; or (vi) Grandparent or step-
threat of force to commit the act; or grandparent, when the grandchild or step-grandchild was 18 years
of age or over when the act was committed.
2. that person is under 17 years of age and: (i) commits
an act of sexual conduct with a Complainant who Domestic Violence, 750 ILCS 60/103
is under 9 years of age; or (ii) commits an act of
sexual conduct with a Complainant who is at least “Domestic violence” means physical abuse, harassment,
9 years of age but under 17 years of age and the intimidation of a dependent, interference with personal liberty or
person uses force or threat of force to commit the willful deprivation but does not include reasonable direction of a
act. minor child by a parent or person in loco parentis. 

(d) A person commits aggravated criminal sexual abuse if that “Physical abuse” includes sexual abuse and means any of the
person commits an act of sexual penetration or sexual conduct following: (i) knowing or reckless use of physical force, confinement
with a Complainant who is at least 13 years of age but under or restraint; (ii) knowing, repeated and unnecessary sleep deprivation;
17 years of age and the person is at least 5 years older than the or (iii) knowing or reckless conduct which creates an immediate risk
Complainant. of physical harm.

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“Harassment” means knowing conduct which is not necessary to care or treatment when the dependent person has expressed an
accomplish a purpose that is reasonable under the circumstances; intent to forgo such medical care or treatment. This paragraph does
would cause a reasonable person emotional distress; and does not create any new affirmative duty to provide support to dependent
cause emotional distress to the petitioner. Unless the presumption is persons. 
rebutted by a preponderance of the evidence, the following types of
conduct shall be presumed to cause emotional distress: (i) creating Domestic Battery, 720 ILCS 5/12-3.2, 720 ILCS 5/12-0.1
a disturbance at petitioner’s place of employment or school; (ii)
repeatedly telephoning petitioner’s place of employment, home (a) A person commits domestic battery if he or she knowingly without
or residence; (iii) repeatedly following petitioner about in a public legal justification by any means: (1) causes bodily harm to any family
place or places; (iv) repeatedly keeping petitioner under surveillance or household member; (2) makes physical contact of an insulting or
by remaining present outside his or her home, school, place of provoking nature with any family or household member.
employment, vehicle or other place occupied by petitioner or by
peering in petitioner’s windows; (v) improperly concealing a minor “Family or household members” include spouses, former spouses,
child from petitioner, repeatedly threatening to improperly remove a parents, children, stepchildren, and other persons related by blood
minor child of petitioner’s from the jurisdiction or from the physical or by present or prior marriage, persons who share or formerly
care of petitioner, repeatedly threatening to conceal a minor child shared a common dwelling, persons who have or allegedly have
from petitioner, or making a single such threat following an actual or a child in common, persons who share or allegedly share a blood
attempted improper removal or concealment, unless Respondent relationship through a child, persons who have or have had a dating or
was fleeing an incident or pattern of domestic violence; or (vi) engagement relationship, persons with disabilities and their personal
threatening physical force, confinement or restraint on one or more assistants, and caregivers as defined in Section 12-4.4a of this Code.
occasions. For purposes of this Article, neither a casual acquaintanceship nor
ordinary fraternization between 2 individuals in business or social
“Intimidation of a dependent” means subjecting a person who contexts shall be deemed to constitute a dating relationship.
is dependent because of age, health or disability to participation
in or the witnessing of: physical force against another or physical Stalking, 720 ILCS 5/12-7.3
confinement or restraint of another which constitutes physical abuse
as defined in this Act, regardless of whether the abused person is a (a) A person commits stalking when he or she knowingly engages in a
family or household member.  course of conduct directed at a specific person, and he or she knows
or should know that this course of conduct would cause a reasonable
“Interference with personal liberty” means committing or person to: (1) fear for his or her safety or the safety of a third person;
threatening physical abuse, harassment, intimidation or willful or (2) suffer other emotional distress.
deprivation so as to compel another to engage in conduct from which
she or he has a right to abstain or to refrain from conduct in which she (a-3) A person commits stalking when he or she, knowingly and
or he has a right to engage. without lawful justification, on at least 2 separate occasions
follows another person or places the person under surveillance or
“Willful deprivation” means willfully denying a person who because any combination thereof and: (1) at any time transmits a threat of
of age, health or disability requires medication, medical care, shelter, immediate or future bodily harm, sexual assault, confinement or
accessible shelter or services, food, therapeutic device, or other restraint and the threat is directed towards that person or a family
physical assistance, and thereby exposing that person to the risk of member of that person; or (2) places that person in reasonable
physical, mental or emotional harm, except with regard to medical apprehension of immediate or future bodily harm, sexual assault,

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confinement or restraint to or of that person or a family member of any other person who regularly resides in the
that person. household, or who, within the prior 6 months,
regularly resided in the household.
(a-5) A person commits stalking when he or she has previously been
convicted of stalking another person and knowingly and without 5. “Follows another person” means (i) to move in
lawful justification on one occasion: (1) follows that same person or relative proximity to a person as that person moves
places that same person under surveillance; and (2) transmits a threat from place to place or (ii) to remain in relative
of immediate or future bodily harm, sexual assault, confinement or proximity to a person who is stationary or whose
restraint to that person or a family member of that person. movements are confined to a small area. “Follows
another person” does not include a following
For purposes of this section: within the residence of the defendant.

1. “Course of conduct” means 2 or more acts, 6. “Non-consensual contact” means any contact
including but not limited to acts in which a with the Complainant that is initiated or continued
defendant directly, indirectly, or through third without the Complainant ‘s consent, including
parties, by any action, method, device, or means but not limited to being in the physical presence
follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or of the Complainant ; appearing within the sight
communicates to or about, a person, engages in of the Complainant ; approaching or confronting
other non-consensual contact, or interferes with the Complainant in a public place or on private
or damages a person’s property or pet. A course property; appearing at the workplace or residence
of conduct may include contact via electronic of the Complainant ; entering onto or remaining
communications. on property owned, leased, or occupied by the
Complainant ; or placing an object on, or delivering
2. “Electronic communication” means any transfer of an object to, property owned, leased, or occupied
signs, signals, writings, sounds, data, or intelligence by the Complainant .
of any nature transmitted in whole or in part by a
wire, radio, electromagnetic, photoelectric, or 7. “Places a person under surveillance” means: (1)
photo-optical system. “Electronic communication” remaining present outside the person’s school,
includes transmissions by a computer through the place of employment, vehicle, other place
Internet to another computer. occupied by the person, or residence other than
the residence of the defendant; or (2) placing an
3. “Emotional distress” means significant mental electronic tracking device on the person or the
suffering, anxiety or alarm. person’s property.

4. “Family member” means a parent, grandparent, 8. “Reasonable person” means a person in the
brother, sister, or child, whether by whole blood, Complainant’s situation.
half-blood, or adoption and includes a step-
grandparent, step-parent, step-brother, step- 9. “Transmits a threat” means a verbal or written
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or a combination of verbal or written statements or or restrains the Complainant; or (3) violates a temporary restraining
conduct. order, an order of protection, a stalking no contact order, a civil no
contact order, or an injunction prohibiting the behavior described in
(d) Exemptions. subsection (b) (1) of Section 214 of the Illinois Domestic Violence Act
of 1986.
1. This Section does not apply to any individual
or organization (i) monitoring or attentive to (a-1) A person commits aggravated stalking when he or she is
compliance with public or worker safety laws, required to register under the Sex Offender Registration Act or has
wage and hour requirements, or other statutory been previously required to register under that Act and commits the
requirements, or (ii) picketing occurring at the offense of stalking when the Complainant of the stalking is also the
workplace that is otherwise lawful and arises Complainant of the offense for which the sex offender is required to
out of a bona fide labor dispute, including any register under the Sex Offender Registration Act or a family member
controversy concerning wages, salaries, hours, of the Complainant.
working conditions or benefits, including health
and welfare, sick leave, insurance, and pension or (c) Exemptions.
retirement provisions, the making or maintaining of
collective bargaining agreements, and the terms to 1. This Section does not apply to any individual
be included in those agreements. or organization (i) monitoring or attentive to
compliance with public or worker safety laws,
2. This Section does not apply to an exercise of the wage and hour requirements, or other statutory
right to free speech or assembly that is otherwise requirements, or (ii) picketing occurring at the
lawful. workplace that is otherwise lawful and arises
out of a bona fide labor dispute including any
3. Telecommunications carriers, commercial mobile controversy concerning wages, salaries, hours,
service providers, and providers of information working conditions or benefits, including health
services, including, but not limited to, Internet and welfare, sick leave, insurance, and pension or
service providers and hosting service providers, are retirement provisions, the managing or maintaining
not liable under this Section, except for willful and of collective bargaining agreements, and the terms
wanton misconduct, by virtue of the transmission, to be included in those agreements.
storage, or caching of electronic communications
or messages of others or by virtue of the provision 2. This Section does not apply to an exercise of the
of other related telecommunications, commercial right to free speech or assembly that is otherwise
mobile services, or information services used by lawful.
others in violation of this Section.
3. Telecommunications carriers, commercial mobile
Aggravated Stalking, 720 ILCS 5/12-7.4 service providers, and providers of information
services, including, but not limited to, Internet
(a) A person commits aggravated stalking when he or she commits service providers and hosting service providers, are
stalking and: (1) causes bodily harm to the Complainant; (2) confines not liable under this Section, except for willful and

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wanton misconduct, by virtue of the transmission, 2. which places that person or a family member
storage, or caching of electronic communications of that person in reasonable apprehension of
or messages of others or by virtue of the provision immediate or future bodily harm, sexual assault,
of other related telecommunications, commercial confinement, or restraint, or
mobile services, or information services used by
others in violation of this Section. 3. which knowingly solicits the commission of an act
by any person which would be a violation of this
Cyberstalking, 720 ILCS 5/12-7.5 Code directed towards that person or a family
member of that person.
(a) A person commits cyberstalking when he or she engages in
a course of conduct using electronic communication directed at (c) For purposes of this section:
a specific person, and he or she knows or should know that would
cause a reasonable person to: (1) fear for his or her safety or the 1. “Course of conduct” means 2 or more acts,
safety of a third person; or (2) suffer other emotional distress. including but not limited to acts in which a
defendant directly, indirectly, or through third
(a-3) A person commits cyberstalking when he or she, knowingly parties, by any action, method, device, or means
and without lawful justification, on at least 2 separate occasions, follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or
harasses another person through the use of electronic communicates to or about, a person, engages in
communication and:  (1) at any time transmits a threat of immediate other non-consensua l contact, or
or future bodily harm, sexual assault, confinement, or restraint and interferes with or damages a person’s property
the threat is directed towards that person or a family member of that or pet. The incarceration in a penal institution of a
person; or (2) places that person or a family member of that person in person who commits the course of conduct is not a
reasonable apprehension of immediate or future bodily harm, sexual bar to prosecution under this Section.
assault, confinement, or restraint; or (3) at any time knowingly solicits
the commission of an act by any person which would be a violation 2. “Electronic communication” means any transfer
of this Code directed towards that person or a family member of that of signs, signals, writings, sounds, data, or
person. intelligence of any nature transmitted in whole
or in part by a wire, radio, electromagnetic,
(a-5) A person commits cyberstalking when he or she, knowingly photoelectric, or photo-optical system. “Electronic
and without lawful justification, creates and maintains an Internet communication” includes transmissions through
website or webpage which is accessible to one or more third parties an electronic device including, but not limited to,
for a period of at least 24 hours, and which contains statements a telephone, cellular phone, computer, or pager,
harassing another person and: which communication includes, but is not limited
to, e-mail, instant message, text message, or voice
1. which communicates a threat of immediate or mail.
future bodily harm, sexual assault, confinement, or
restraint, where the threat is directed towards that 3. “Emotional distress” means significant mental
person or a family member of that person, or suffering, anxiety or alarm.

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4. “Harass” means to engage in a knowing and willful Federal Definitions (from 34 C.F.R. Part 668)
course of conduct directed at a specific person 34 C.F.R. 668.46(a)
that alarms, torments, or terrorizes that person.

5. “Non-consensual contact” means any contact Sexual Assault
with the Complainant that is initiated or continued
without the Complainant ‘s consent, including An offense that meets the definition of rape, fondling, incest, or
but not limited to being in the physical presence statutory rape as used in the FBI’s UCR program and included in
of the Complainant ; appearing within the sight Appendix A of this subpart.
of the Complainant ; approaching or confronting
the Complainant in a public place or on private Dating violence
property; appearing at the workplace or residence
of the Complainant ; entering onto or remaining Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social
on property owned, leased, or occupied by the relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the Complainant.
Complainant ; or placing an object on, or delivering
an object to, property owned, leased, or occupied (i) The existence of such a relationship shall be determined
by the Complainant . based on the reporting party’s statement and with consideration
of the length of relationship, the type of the relationship, and the
6. “Reasonable person” means a person in frequency of the interaction between the persons involved in the
the Complainant’s circumstances, with the relationship.
Complainant’s knowledge of the defendant and
the defendant’s prior acts. (ii) For the purposes of this definition—

7. “Third party” means any person other than the (A) Dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual or
person violating these provisions and the person physical abuse or the threat of such abuse.
or persons towards whom the violator’s actions are
directed. (B) Dating violence does not include acts covered under
the definition of domestic violence.
(d) Telecommunications carriers, commercial mobile
service providers, and providers of information services, For the purposes of complying with the requirements of this
including, but not limited to, Internet service providers section and § 668.41, any incident meeting this definition is
and hosting service providers, are not liable under this considered a crime for purposes of Clery Act reporting.
Section, except for willful and wanton misconduct, by
virtue of the transmission, storage, or caching of electronic Domestic Violence
communications or messages of others or by virtue of the
provision of other related telecommunications, commercial (i) A felony or misdemeanor crime of violence committed–
mobile services, or information services used by others in
violation of this Section.  (A) By a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the
Complainant ;

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(B) By a person with whom the Complainant shares a child similar circumstances and with similar identities to the
in common; Complainant.

(C) By a person who is cohabitating with, or has cohabitated (C) Substantial emotional distress means significant
with, the Complainant as a spouse or intimate partner; mental suffering or anguish that may, but does not
necessarily, require medical or other professional treatment
(D) By a person similarly situated to a spouse of the or counseling.
Complainant under the domestic or family violence laws of
the jurisdiction in which the crime of violence occurred; or (iii) For the purposes of complying with the requirements
of this section and § 668.41, any incident meeting this
(E) By any other person against an adult or youth alleged definition is considered a crime for purposes of Clery Act
Complainant who is protected from that person’s acts under reporting.
the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction in
which the crime of violence occurred.

For the purposes of complying with the requirements of this REPORTING
section and § 668.41, any incident meeting this definition is SEXUAL
considered a crime for purposes of Clery Act reporting. MISCONDUCT
TO UIC
Stalking

(i) Engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person
that would cause a reasonable person to –

(A) Fear for the person’s safety or the safety of others; or

(B) Suffer substantial emotional distress.

For purposes of this definition – UIC strongly encourages the prompt reporting of sexual misconduct
either disclosed, experienced or observed to the appropriate UIC
(A) Course of conduct means two or more acts, including, officials. The report may be made by: a person who believes they have
but not limited to, acts in which the stalker directly, experienced sexual misconduct; or a person who has information
indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, that sexual misconduct may have occurred. All employees have the
device, or means, follows, monitors, surveils, or threatens, authority and responsibility to report sex discrimination or sexual
or communicates to or about a person, or interferes with a misconduct and are considered to be “Responsible Employees.” All
person’s property. Responsible Employees are required to participate in training and
report disclosures or observations of sex discrimination, sexual or
(B) Reasonable person means a reasonable person under gender-based harassment or other sexual misconduct to the Title IX

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Coordinator. Where to Report an
Incident at UIC
UIC encourages anyone who believes they have experienced a
crime or has knowledge of a crime to make a report to the UIC The UICPD, the Title IX Coordinator in the Office for Access and
Police Department at (312) 355-5555. If a crime took place on non- Equity, and the Office of the Dean of Students are the primary UIC
University property or was reported to another law enforcement offices for students on any UIC campus to file formal complaints of
agency, students are still encouraged to contact the UICPD, Title IX sexual misconduct. These offices have a responsibility to investigate
Coordinator, and local law enforcement agency for assistance. and to take reasonable steps to eliminate the hostile environment,
prevent its recurrence, and as appropriate, remedy its effects. All
sexual misconduct reports, regardless of the first point of contact,
will be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator for review

Incident Types Contact Address Phone Email
To report possible sexual misconduct (312) 996-8670 [email protected]
Rebecca Gordon, Title 809 Marshfield Building
which will result in a response IX Coordinator, Office for #717, Chicago, IL (312) 996-4857 [email protected]
that can include interim safety (312) 355-5555 N/A
measures, academic accommoda- Access and Equity Student Services Building, (312) 413-8206
tions or a Title IX Investigation. Room 3030, 1200 West [email protected]
DuJuan Smith, Assistant Harrison St., Chicago, IL
To report possible violation of Dean of Students, Office 943 West Maxwell Street,
the Student Conduct Code of the Dean of Students Room 211, Chicago, IL

To report a possible crime UIC Police Department University Hall, 601 S. Morgan
St., Room 802 UH, Chicago, IL
To explore your all of your options or Campus Advocacy Network
ask questions in a confidential setting

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What Can You Expect The UICPD informs the Office for Access and Equity about reports
When You Report of sexual misconduct. The Title IX Coordinator will conduct
an administrative review of the incident which may result in an
As the primary UIC reporting offices for students on any UIC campus investigation and a referral to the student conduct process. The
who wish to file a formal complaint of sexual misconduct with UIC, UICPD also provides a copy of the police report to the Office of the
the UICPD, the Title IX Coordinator, and the Office of the Dean of Dean of Students for possible action through the student conduct
Students have procedures in place to respond to sexual misconduct process. The victim will be referred to the Office of the Dean
complaints. of Students if the respondent is a UIC student and the victim is
interested in filing a complaint through the student conduct process.
Reports to the UICPD The Title IX coordinator and the Office of the Dean of Students
coordinate their efforts to allow for a prompt, fair and impartial
The UICPD are fully-sworn officers. The UICPD’s primary areas of process for addressing sexual misconduct complaints, from the
responsibility are the UIC – Chicago Campus East and the UIC – initial investigation to the final result.
Chicago Campus West, although UIC police officers may exercise
their authority in counties wherein other UIC campuses are located The UICPD informs victims about available confidential victim
when such is required for the protection of university properties assistance (i.e. Campus Advocacy Network (CAN) or support services
and interests, and its students and personnel. UICPD investigate, such as the Counseling Center and provides copies of the Campus
arrest, and assist in the prosecution of offenders. The UICPD provide Advocacy Network brochure and the UIC Guide to Resources for
testimony for proceedings in criminal and student conduct hearings Victims of Violent Crime brochure. UICPD officers can offer the victim
and transport students to the hospital and to court appearances. the opportunity to sign a Permission to Contact form that will initiate
The UICPD cooperate with investigations conducted by the Chicago a follow-up contact by CAN advocacy staff. If the sexual misconduct
Police Department, Illinois State Police, and local law enforcement. occurred off campus or at one of UIC’s regional campuses, an officer
can assist the student in contacting the appropriate law enforcement
If a student is not sure whether criminal conduct is involved, a agency. The UICPD will provide on-going support for victims as
UICPD police officer can assist the student in determining whether needed with local law enforcement.
a crime has been committed. A student can request and receive
the assistance of the UICPD without making a criminal complaint or Reports to the Title IX Coordinator
making a complaint to UIC. The UICPD are committed to ensuring
that students who report sexual misconduct receive comprehensive Students can make a complaint of sexual misconduct directly to the
care, regardless of whether or not they wish to make a formal criminal Title IX coordinator. Complaints of sexual misconduct by students
complaint. and non-students received by the UICPD, the Dean of Students
or other UIC responsible employees will be referred to the Title IX
When a student files a complaint regarding a crime of sexual violence Coordinator, Office for Access and Equity (OAE). Upon receiving a
with the UICPD, the police document the information in a report complaint of sexual misconduct, the Title IX Coordinator or designee
and discuss various options with the victim for further action. If the will contact the victim to explain (a) the rights for each party, (b) option
student wants to press charges, a police report is created and the to law enforcement or decline to do so (c) the investigative process,
student is informed about the criminal process. (d) employment action (e) the student conduct process, (f) available
resources, (g) the University’s policy prohibiting retaliation, (h) interim
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(j) evaluation for confidentiality or anonymous reporting, and (k) Once the investigation is completed, the investigator will issue his/
community remedies. her written findings as to whether or not, by a preponderance of
the evidence, the alleged conduct occurred and, if so, whether or
Following the receipt of a report, the Complainant is invited to meet not that conduct constituted a violation of the campus policies on
with the Title IX Coordinator or designee for an initial review of the sex discrimination, sexual harassment and/or sexual. The notice
matter to see if there is a basis for a Title IX complaint and whether of findings shall be sent to both parties simultaneously and shall
he/she wants to participate in the investigative process. The safety contain a summary of the allegations, the information and materials
and the academic and professional success of the Complainant is considered, the investigator’s findings of fact and conclusions, the
important to the University. Consequently, the Title IX Coordinator basis for the findings, and any recommended actions. Notice of
or designee will (a) make referrals to confidential advocacy services, finding will also be sent to the appropriate University official (e.g.
health care services and counseling, (b) arrange for interim safety Office of the Dean of Students) and unit(s), department, college(s),
measures, (c) arrange for reasonable workplace, academic, living, and/or Vice Chancellor of both the Respondent and Complainant.
and administrative accommodations, (d) issue no contact or no
retaliation directives, and when necessary (e) collaborate with the If the investigator finds that the Respondent’s conduct constituted
Office of the Dean of Students on issuance of interim suspensions, a violation of policy, the University will take prompt and effective
and/or the employing unit and Faculty and Staff Response Team steps reasonably calculated to end the sexual misconduct, eliminate
regarding workplace bans and administrative leaves. Examples of the hostile environment, prevent its recurrence and, as appropriate,
reasonable academic accommodations include flexibility in course remedy its effects. If the conduct/matter the complainant reports
assignments, extensions in time for the completion of academic does not fall within the UIC Policy on Sexual Discrimination, Sexual
assignments, or withdrawal from or ability to re-take a class without Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct, the Title IX Coordinator
financial or academic penalty. will refer the victim to the appropriate office for handling such
complaints. Information regarding investigations may be found on
It is possible to make an anonymous or confidential Title IX complaint the Office for Access and Equity website at http://oae.uic.edu/
or to request that an investigation not be pursued. The Title IX TitleIX/UniversityInvestigationandResponse.htm.
Coordinator will evaluate the individual’s request for anonymous
or confidential reporting as well as requests to not pursue an Reports to the Office of the Dean of Students
investigation, employment action, or Student Conduct Process
and may grant these requests when a safe and nondiscriminatory The student victim can file a student conduct complaint by completing
environment can be maintained for the individual and campus an Incident Report Form and submitting it to the Office of the Dean
community. The individual will be informed that honoring the of Students. Students should refer to the Student Disciplinary Policy
request for an anonymous or confidential complaint may limit for complete information about the student conduct process and the
the University’s ability to fully respond to the incident. Even when range of possible sanctions for sexual misconduct. UIC’s complete
requests for confidentiality/anonymity are granted, the University Student Disciplinary Policy may be found at http://dos.uic.edu/docs/
may still implement other preventative or education measures. If the Student%20Disciplinary%20Policy.pdf.
Title IX Coordinator determines that an investigation is necessary to
maintain a safe and non-discriminatory environment, the individual A staff member will meet separately with the student victim and the
who experienced the behavior will be notified and may choose student respondent to discuss the incident and the student conduct
whether or not to participate in the process. process. The victim and the respondent are informed about the
hearing procedures and the opportunity to present witnesses and

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other information and to have an advocate or advisor participate interpersonal violence. In addition, the Counseling Center provides
in the hearing. If the victim reported the sexual misconduct to the support and guidance to help manage immediate emotional trauma
UICPD and/or the Title IX Coordinator, the victim can choose to be and strengthen resilience in response to trauma. Counseling and
a co-complainant with the UICPD/Title IX Coordinator or serve as crisis intervention can be easily arranged by calling or coming to the
a witness during the student conduct hearing. Accommodations Counseling Center. Counselors will arrange to meet with students
can be arranged for victim participation in the hearing such as who have urgent needs within the same day or the next day. Crisis
allowing the victim to participate in the hearing via teleconference. intervention or personal counseling can help students identify and
The respondent and the victim will be notified, in writing, of the final consider options such as to notify appropriate law enforcement and
outcome of the hearing. Both the respondent and the victim have campus authorities, pursue student conduct processes, meet with
the right to appeal the hearing outcome and will receive written an advocate, talk to a family member/partner, etc. The Counseling
notification, simultaneously, of the final determination of the case. Center can also provide consultation to faculty, staff, students,
partners/parents, and others concerned about how to help a student
Confidential Campus Reporting Options in distress.

Students on any UIC campus may contact the Counseling Center Students who report sexual misconduct to the CAN will meet in a
and the CAN to access confidential assistance or to explore confidential setting with an advocate who will provide an overview
reporting options without initiating further action from UIC. With rare of all options for reporting, assistance, and support. The advocates
exception, (e.g. Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse) these offices can help victims notify the appropriate law enforcement authorities
are not required to investigate or share information with other parties such as the UICPD or local law enforcement and/or campus officials,
inside or outside UIC. All information shared with these offices will such as the Title IX Coordinator or the Office of the Dean of Students.
remain strictly confidential to the extent permitted by law and UIC Support is provided by CAN for students even when no legal, civil,
policy (e.g. disclosure to others only with the student’s permission). or administrative action is taken. CAN is a place where students can
make anonymous and confidential campus crime reports.
The Counseling Center offers confidential counseling services and
crisis intervention to students. The staff has expertise in working Advocates will accompany victims to civil, criminal, and campus
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orders of protection/no contact orders, safety planning and disclosures of sexual misconduct made to any other UIC employee
identifying emergency housing. On a limited basis, CAN has funding will be kept as private as possible but information about incidents of
for short-term emergency housing. Advocates work with campus sexual misconduct will need to be shared with limited UIC officials
departments and community organizations in order to obtain (e.g. reports must be shared with the Title IX Coordinator for further
accommodations for academic issues, on and off campus living review and investigation).
situations, parking assignments, and other interventions.
If a student requests confidentiality, UIC will take all reasonable
The Student Legal Service provides confidential legal assistance steps to investigate and respond consistent with the request, taking
to student victims. The attorney can answer questions related to into account that confidentiality may not be possible in every case
legal matters, provide information about legal proceedings, and given the UIC’s responsibility to provide a safe environment for all
assist student victims with appropriate referrals. The UIC Student members of the campus community. To ensure that UIC has met
Legal Service cannot represent students accused of violations of its obligations, UIC employees must consult with appropriate UIC
the Student Disciplinary Policy. Student respondents seeking legal offices concerning what they can or must share within the institution
advice should retain the services of their own personal attorney. to respond to a report of sexual misconduct and to promote campus
safety.

Off-campus confidential resources include Rape Victims Advocate Timeliness of Reporting
and licensed mental health and other licensed health providers
in private practice settings or other treatment facilities. Refer To promote a timely and effective review, UIC strongly encourages
to the Help and Support (http://sexualmisconduct.uic.edu/ individuals to make reports of sexual misconduct as soon as possible
forstdntsurvivors.shtml) section of the Student Sexual Misconduct after the misconduct occurs because as time passes, evidence
(http://sexualmisconduct.uic.edu/index.shtml) website to find a may dissipate or become lost or unavailable, making investigation,
complete list of resources. possible prosecution, disciplinary proceedings, or obtaining
protection from abuse orders related to the incident more difficult.
Private/Non Confidential Reporting Although UIC may pursue a report made after 180 days, the lapse
of time may make it more difficult to gather relevant and reliable
Except as noted above under Confidential Reporting, reports or information.

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PROCEDURES & STANDARD OF
EVIDENCE USED DURING ANY
DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDING
ON-CAMPUS

Incident Being Reported: Procedure Institution Will Follow:
Sexual Assault
1. Depending on when reported (immediate vs delayed report), institution will provide complainant with access to medical care
2. UIC will assess immediate safety needs of complainant
3. UIC will assist complainant with contacting local police if complainant requests AND

complainant provided with contact information for local police department
4. UIC will provide written information to complainant on how to preserve evidence
5. UIC will provide complainant with referrals to on and off campus mental health providers
6. UIC will assess need to implement interim or long-term protective measures, such as housing

changes, change in class schedule, “No Contact” directive between both parties
7. UIC will provide a “No trespass” directive to respondent if deemed appropriate
8. UIC will provide written instructions on how to apply for Protective Order
9. UIC will provide a copy of the Sexual Misconduct Policy to complainant and inform the

complainant regarding timeframes for inquiry, investigation and resolution
10. UIC will inform the complainant of the outcome of the investigation, whether or not the respondent

will be administratively charged and what the outcome of the hearing is
11. UIC will enforce the anti-retaliation policy and take immediate and separate action against parties that retaliate

against a person for complaining of sex-based discrimination or for assisting in the investigation

Dating Violence 1. UIC will assess immediate safety needs of complainant
2. UIC will assist complainant with contacting local police if complainant requests AND com-

plainant provided with contact information for local police department
3. UIC will provide written instructions on how to apply for Protective Order
4. UIC will provide written information to complainant on how to preserve evidence
5. UIC will assess need to implement interim or long-term protective measures to protect the complainant, if appropriate
6. UIC will provide a “No trespass” directive to respondent party if deemed appropriate

Domestic Violence 1. UIC will assess immediate safety needs of complainant
Stalking 2. UIC will assist complainant with contacting local police if complainant requests AND com-

plainant provided with contact information for local police department
3. UIC will provide written instructions on how to apply for Protective Order
4. UIC will provide written information to complainant on how to preserve evidence
5. UIC will assess need to implement interim or long-term protective measures to protect the complainant, if appropriate
6. UIC will provide a “No trespass” directive to respondent party if deemed appropriate

1. UIC will assess immediate safety needs of complainant
2. UIC will assist complainant with contacting local police if complainant requests AND com-

plainant provided with contact information for local police department
3. Institution will provide written instructions on how to apply for Protective Order
4. UIC will provide written information to complainant on how to preserve evidence
5. UIC will assess need to implement interim or long-term protective measures to protect the complainant, if appropriate
6. UIC will provide a “No trespass” directive to respondent party if deemed appropriate

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Evidentiary Standard

Preponderance of
the evidence.

Preponderance of
the evidence.

Preponderance of
the evidence.

Preponderance of
the evidence

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2014-2015 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

HOW TO BE AN ACTIVE
BYSTANDER

Bystanders play a critical role in the prevention of sexual and relationship violence. They are
“individuals who observe violence or witness the conditions that perpetuate vaiolence. They
are not directly involved but have the choice to intervene, speak up, or do something about
it.” We want to promote a culture of community accountability where bystanders are actively
engaged in the prevention of violence without causing further harm. We may not always know
what to do even if we want to help. Below is a list of some ways to be an active bystander. If you
or someone else is in immediate danger, dial 9-1-1.This could be when a person is yelling at or
being physically abusive towards another and it is not safe for you to interrupt.

1. Watch out for your friends and fellow students/employees. If you see someone
who looks like they could be in trouble or need help, ask if they are ok.

2. Confront people who seclude, hit on, or try to make out with
or have sex with people who are incapacitated.

3. Speak up when someone discusses plans to take sexual advantage of another person.

4. Believe someone who discloses sexual assault, abusive
behavior, or experience with stalking.

5. Refer people to on or off campus resources, including those listed
below, for support in health, counseling, or with legal assistance.

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RESOURCES FOR VICTIMS OF
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING
VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT,
SEXUAL HARASSMANT & STALKING

UIC will provide written notification to students and employees about the following resources

University of Illinois at Chicago – Chicago
Campus East & Chicago Campus West

On-Campus

Name Website Address Phone

Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs vcsa.uic.edu Student Services Building, Room 3010, (312) 996-7140
dos.uic.edu 1200 West Harrison St., Chicago, IL (312) 996-4857
Office of the Dean of Students can.uic.edu (312) 413-8206
counseling.uic.edu Student Services Building, Room 3030, (312) 996-3490
Campus Advocacy Network (confidential) counseling.uic.edu/hotline 1200 West Harrison St., Chicago, IL (312) 996-5535
oae.uic.edu (312) 996-8670
Counseling Center (confidential) genderandsexuality.uic.edu 728 W. Roosevelt Rd., Parking (312) 413-8619
wellnesscenter.uic.edu Lot Entrance, Chicago, IL (312) 413-2120
In-Touch Hotline dos.uic.edu/studentlegalservices (312) 996-9214
Office for Access and Equity Student Services Building, Room 2010, (312) 996-7298
hospital.uillinois.edu 1200 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL (312) 996-2901
(Title IX Coordinator) (312) 996-2901
Gender and Sexuality Center financialaid.uic.edu Student Services Building, Room 2010, (312) 996-3126
1200 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL (312) 413-0127
Wellness Center ois.uic.edu (312) 996-3121
Marshfield Building, Room 717, 809
Student Legal Service S. Marshfield Ave., Chicago, IL
University of Illinois Hospital
Family Medicine Center (East Side) Behavioral Sciences Building, Rooms 181 &
183, 1007 West Harrison St., Chicago, IL
Family Medicine Center (West Side)
Student Center East Building, Room
Office of Student Financial Aid 238, 750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL
UIC College of Medicine Office
Student Services Building, Room 3030,
of Student Financial Aid 1200 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL
Office of International Services
1740 West Taylor, Chicago, IL. 60612

University Village, 722 W Maxwell St.,
2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60607

Outpatient Care Center, M/C 197
1801 West Taylor St., Suite 4E, Chicago, IL. 60612

800 Student Services Building,1200
W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60607

808 S. Wood St., Room 163,
Chicago, IL. 60612-7301

2160 Student Services Building
1200 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL

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Off-Campus

Name Services Website Address Phone
Services include medical and legal advocacy rapevictimsadvocate.org
Rape Victim as well as free counseling services. Provides 180 North Michigan (312) 443- 9603
Advocates medical advocacy to the UIC Emergency Room mujereslatinasenaccion.org Ave., Chicago, IL 60601
centeronhalsted.org
Mujeres Latinas and surrounding area hospitals. apnaghar.org 2424 W. 21st Place, (773) 890-7676
En Accion Serving Latina survivors of domestic violence hascares.org Chicago, IL 60608
and sexual assault and their families; offers
The Center advocacy and counseling. Spanish speaking life-span.org 3656 N. Halsted Ave., (773) 871-2273
on Halsted Chicago, IL 61357
services available.
Apna Ghar  Serving Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgen- 4350 N. Broadway 2nd (800) 717-0757
der survivors of domestic violence and sexual Floor, Chicago, IL 60613
Healthcare Alter-
native Systems assault. Offers advocacy and counseling. 5005 W. Fullerton Ave., (773) 745-7107
Inc.- BASTA Multilingual domestic violence shelter, Chicago, IL 60639
Domestic Violence counseling, and advocacy for Asian women
Program 20 E. Jackson Blvd., Suite (847) 824-4454
and children. 500  (English & Spanish)
Life Span Legal (847) 824-1158
Services Serving survivors of domestic violence; offers Chicago, IL 60604
advocacy and counseling. Spanish speaking (Polish)

services available.

Provides representation in civil court and
advocacy in criminal court for domestic
violence, stalking and sexual assault survivors.

Fees are sliding scale to free.

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UIC Rockford Regional Campus

On-Campus Website Address Phone

Name rockford.medicine.uic. 1601 Parkview Ave. (815) 395-5870
edu/Patient_Services/ Rockford, IL 61107
University Psychiatric Services university_psychiatric_services/ (815) 395-5870
rockford.medicine.uic. (815) 395-5629
Student Health Services edu/student_services (815) 395-5736
rockford.medicine.uic.edu/ (815) 395-5642
Assistant Dean for Student & Alumni (815) 395-5864
Affairs, College of Medicine pharmacy.uic.edu/about/
Director of Student Affairs, rockford-campus
College of Pharmacy
Director of Healthcare Compliance N/A
& Risk Management
Human Resources N/A

Off-Campus

Name Website Address Phone
Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling (815) 636-9811
Rockford Police Department rsaconline.org 4990 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 966-2900
Rockford Memorial (815) 971-5000
rockfordil.gov/police.aspx 420 W State St, Rockford, IL 61101
Swedish American Hospital (815) 968-4400
rockfordhealthsystem.org 2400 N. Rockton Avenue,
St. Anthony Medical Center Rockford, 61103 (815) 226-2000

City of Rockford Human Services Dept. swedishamerican.org 1401 E. State Street, (815) 987-5711
Remedies Renewing Lives Rockford, 61104 (815) 962-0871

osfhealthcare.org/saint-anthony 5666 E. State Street,
Rockford, 61108

rockfordil.gov/human-services. 55 N. Court St., Suite 301, Rockford, IL
aspx 61103

remediesrenewinglives.org 516 Green St., Rockford, IL 61102

UIC Rockford Regional Campus students may also use any of the on-campus resources available on Chicago Campus East and Chicago
Campus West.

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UIC Peoria Regional Campus

On-Campus nursing.uic.edu/campus/ One Illini Drive, Peoria, IL (309) 671-8464
peoria#campus_overview One Illini Drive, Peoria, IL (309) 671-3000
College of Nursing
College of Medicine peoria.medicine.uic.edu/

Off-Campus

Name Website Address Phone
The Center for
Prevention of Abuse centerforpreventionofabuse.org/ PO Box 3855, Peoria, IL 61612-3855 (309) 691-0551

State’s Attorney’s Office: peoriacounty.org/statesattorney/ Peoria County Courthouse Main (309) 672-6056
Domestic Violence Division domestic-violence-division/ Location (handicapped accessible):
324 Main Street / Peoria, IL 61602
Domestic Violence Services N/A
Family Justice Center N/A N/A (309) 691-0551
Order Protection Office N/A
N/A N/A (309) 676-4280
Batterers Intervention Program
osfhealthcare.org/saint-francis/ N/A (309 672-6074
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
N/A (309)698-2874

530 NE Glen Oak Ave, (309) 655-2000
Peoria, IL 61637

Unity Point Health Methodist 221 NE Glen Oak Ave, (309) 672-5522
Proctor Hospital Peoria, IL 61636
unitypoint.org/peoria
5409 N Knoxville Ave,
Peoria, IL 61614 (309) 689-8603

Behavioral Health Services unitypoint.org/peoria/servic- Outpatient Behavioral Health Services-All ages
es-behavioral-health.aspx (309) 672-5609

Inpatient Child/Adolescent Services
(309) 672-5600

Inpatient Adult Services
(309) 672-4787

Counseling Center at Proctor unitypoint.org/peoria/counsel- (309) 689-6008
ing-center-at-proctor.aspx

UIC Peoria Regional Campus students may also use any of the on-campus resources available on Chicago Campus East and Chicago
Campus West.