FAQ
Intro
New to UIC or our center? We’ve compiled some Frequently Asked Questions to help you learn about who we are and what we do.
Have a different question for us? Email us at wlrc@uic.edu!
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Answers
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Mission
Our mission is to create a welcoming and equitable environment for woman-identified students, faculty, and staff through education, institutional interventions, support, and advocacy.
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Programs
WLRC offers a multitude of programs on topics like
- Gender and race
- Sex and sexuality
- Disability justice
- Mothership and parenthood
- Sexual harassment and assault.
Check out our upcoming events and programs!
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CAN
The Campus Advocacy Network is a program at WLRC that is dedicated to providing education, training, support, and resources for students, staff, and faculty on issues related to gender-based violence (such as sexual assault, domestic/dating violence, harassment, and stalking) or feeling unsafe.
For free, confidential support, contact our confidential advocate at can-appointment@uic.edu or (312) 413-8206.
To learn more about training and education opportunities, contact can@uic.edu.
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Participation
All services are open to all UIC students and employees, regardless of gender identity. Most events are open to the public.
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Study Space
Yes! When we’re not working remotely, we welcome all students and employees to use our space to collaborate, study, hang out, and relax! We’re always happy to provide coffee, tea, and snacks.
For junior faculty, graduate students, and anyone else interested, we also host a weekly virtual “write-onsite” space called Write@WLRC. Share space, motivation, and camaraderie with other UIC community members who need quiet time to write, grade, study, or work on projects.
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Location
WLRC is located at 1101 West Taylor Street, Suite 310, Chicago, Illinois 60607, in the heart of Little Italy.
Our staff is currently working remotely, we are available and here for you!
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Involvement
We offer many ways to get involved!
- Participate in exciting workshops, performances, book discussions, art activities, and film screenings
- Invite us for a workshop or training with your class or student organization
- Volunteer with us
- Get support for your research projects
- Visit and chat with our friendly staff team
- Study, relax, and host meetings in our warm, welcoming space
- Check out books from our feminist library!
Email wlrc@uic.edu for more info.
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Cultural centers
WLRC is one of seven cultural centers located around campus that provide a safe and engaging space for students, faculty, and staff. Among them are the
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Clubs
We partner with many student organizations that focus on women and gender equity and provide opportunities and resources to students with similar interests and career paths.
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Contact
Contact us any time at wlrc@uic.edu or (312) 413-1025. Even though we’re working remotely, we are here for you!
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Resources
- Resources on campus
- You can find many resources and organizations related to women, LGBTQIA communities, healthcare, childcare, and gender equity throughout Chicago as well as online