Our Mission

 The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) is committed to developing innovative ways to prevent and reduce cancer’s devastating effects. We believe that diversity is imperative when tackling complex health problems including cancer. We hold our partnership with our patients and local communities as a central priority because we understand that the diversity of our patient population accelerates our discovery of fundamental cancer biology processes. Likewise, we build diverse research teams because diversity of lived life experiences brings new perspectives to challenging problems and increases innovation. Equally important to the work of today, is preparing for the challenges of tomorrow; therefore, the UCCCC holds as our responsibility launching the next generation of diverse cancer researchers and leaders in the field. The full potential of diversity is only achieved when each person can participate as their full and authentic self. Therefore, the UCCCC actively cultivates an environment where each person has a sense of belonging and community. In all endeavors across the UCCCC we are relentless in our adherence to these principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, just as we are relentless in our commitment to preventing and reducing the burden of cancer.