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Nondiscrimination Statement

The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms.

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For additional information or assistance on the equal opportunity, affirmative action, and harassment policies and procedures of the University of Illinois at Chicago, please contact: Patricia A. Gill, Associate Chancellor for Access and Equity (Title IX, ADA, and 504 Coordinator), 717 Marshfield Building (MC 602), 809 South Marshfield Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60612-7201. Phone: (312) 996-8670.