UPass Archive

Fall 2021 UPass Distribution

August 12, 2021
UPass distribution will begin on August 16 for students who submitted their HawkCard photo online by July 30. Students will receive an email when their UPass is ready for pickup.
Full Story
Fall 2021 UPass Program

July 20, 2021
Students who are registered for full-time academic hours (Grad students - 9 billable academic hours, Undergrad students -12 billable academic hours) will be enrolled for the UPass program.
Full Story
Spring 2021 UPass Opt-In

January 12, 2021
The January 4 priority deadline to opt-in for the Spring 2021 UPass has passed. Students that are still interested in obtaining a UPass must complete the Spring 2021 UPass Opt-In Form by February 9, 2021.
Full Story
Opt-In for Spring 2021 UPass

December 3, 2020
Because of the evolving situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, for the spring 2021 semester only, full-time students who wish to purchase a UPass must request one. If you currently have a UPass and would like to activate it for the spring semester, you must opt-in by January 4, 2021.
Full Story
Opt-In for Fall 2020 UPass

August 4, 2020
Because of the evolving situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, for the fall 2020 semester only, full-time students who wish to purchase a UPass must request one.
Full Story
Fall 2019 UPass Information

August 13, 2019
New and returning Illinois Tech students can find instructions for obtaining and reactivating their UPass from the Dean of Students Office.
Full Story
Information Regarding CTA UPass

December 4, 2014
As winter break approaches, please be aware that you can continue to use your Ventra U-Pass card as a transit card when school is not in session simply by adding funds to your account.
Full Story
Attention: Important CTA UPass Information

January 15, 2014
Chicago Transit Authority Ventra UPasses were activated for the spring semester on Monday, January 13, 2014.
Full Story

Faculty/Staff
- COVID Protective Product Store Hours Update
  September 17, 2021
  The COVID Protective Product Store at Mies Campus is still open to support students, faculty, and staff. Faculty and staff department coordinators should submit a HawkWorks request to order products or other related services.
  Read More
- LGBTQ+ Networking Group
  September 17, 2021
  If you are interested in joining a LGBTQ+ Networking Group, please email Dionna Anderson.
  Read More
- People of Color Networking Group Meetings
  September 13, 2021
  If you are interested in networking with other BIPOC, Please join us every third Thursday from 12:45-1:45 p.m.
  Read More
- Black Women at Illinois Tech Networking Group
  September 13, 2021
  Join fellow Black women staff and faculty at Illinois Tech monthly as we meet to network and share our commonalities.
  Read More
- Don’t miss out on your 403(b) match!
  September 07, 2021
  Are you a faculty member approaching your first anniversary or a staff member approaching your second anniversary? You may wish to take a moment to review your current 403(b) contribution percentage and submit a new Salary Reduction Agreement to take advantage of the university match, if you are not already doing so.
  Read More
- Develop Healthy Habits for Weight Management with Wondr Health
  September 01, 2021
  Check out the BCBS Wondr Health (formerly Naturally Slim) program to see how it can help you reach your goals for sustained weight loss and management.
  Read More
- Labor Day Holiday Timesheet Submission Due Friday September 3
  August 31, 2021
  Due to the Labor day holiday September 6, timesheets for the week ending August 22 through September 4 are due on Friday 3, September at 10:00 a.m.
  Read More
- One-on-One Financial Wellness & Retirement Planning Sessions in September & October, and Group Workshops All Fall
  August 31, 2021
  Illinois Tech will be hosting virtual appointments with PNC Bank for financial wellness sessions, as well as both of our 403(b) Retirement Plan vendors for retirement planning sessions this fall.
  Read More
- Department Parking Codes for Visitors
  August 31, 2021
  Illinois Tech departments with a standing visitor parking code as of May 31, 2021 have been automatically extended through December 31, 2021. During Fall 2021, a mobile payment solution will be implemented, phasing out our legacy visitor paystations.
  Read More
- Conquer Your Joint Pain with Hinge Health’s Digital Exercise Therapy Program
  August 31, 2021
  Illinois Tech has partnered with Hinge Health to offer innovative digital programs for back, knee, hip, neck, and shoulder pain, and so far our health plan members are loving it!
  Read More