UC Basics
What date does summer 2025 housing officially start?
May 24, 2025
What are the hours for the Guest Service Desk?
7am–11:30pm daily
True or False: Guests must be accompanied by their UC host at all times.
True
What floor is the 24/7 Laundry Room on?
2nd Floor
What is the original name of the Willis Tower?
Sears Tower
What resident management system is used at UC?
StarRez
What is the Guest Service Desk's phone number & extension?
(312) 924-8111 / Ext. 8111
How many guests can long-stay residents host & how long?
3 guests for 3 nights over 2 weeks (3:3:2)
Name the 3 amenities located on the 3rd Floor.
Fitness & Dance Studio, Terrace, & Lounge
Which attraction is home to the world's first ferris wheel?
Navy Pier
How many residential floors are in the building?
16 Floors
Who is the UC's Director of Security?
Teunta Cunningham
Where is alcohol not allowed at UC?
All Lounges, Terrace, & the 2nd Floor
What laundry mobile app does UC use?
WASH Connect
What are the 7 toppings of a classic Chicago-Style Hot Dog?
Yellow Mustard, Relish, White Onions, Dill Pickle, Tomato Slices, Sports Peppers, & Celery Salt
Name all members of the Housing Team.
Ro, Kristi, Portia, Charlie, & Keri
What number should you call to reach the Security Desk?
(312) 924-8911
Flex Dollars can be added via UC's portal in increments of...
$25.00
Name an amenity space that is NOT opened 24-hours or requires a reservation.
Digital Media Lab, Video Game Room, or Soundproof Studios.
Name all 8 L train line colors.
Blue, Red, Brown, Purple, Pink, Orange, Green, & Yellow
What year was UC built and how much was it purchased for?
2004 for $1.00
True or False: Residents get 2 free lockouts before a fee.
False; 3 free lockouts
How much is the fee to replace a UC ID or rekey a lock?
$50.00
What are UC’s quiet hours during the week?
Sunday–Thursday, 10pm–9am
Name all 8 pro-sports teams based in Chicago.
1) Cubs, 2) White Sox, 3) Blackhawks, 4) Bears, 5) Bulls, 6) Sky, 7) Fire, & 8) Stars