Student Defenders
at the University of Chicago
Run entirely by student volunteers who have been specifically educated in student rights at the University of Chicago, Student Defenders strives to defend student rights and to advocate for fair disciplinary policies and procedures on campus.
We are dedicated to serving the University community by representing and counseling students through Student Life & Conduct processes.
Contact Student Defenders Today!
Want to learn about your student rights? Facing administrative disciplinary action and unsure what to do next? Email us at: ucstudentdefenders@gmail.com for help.
Your privacy will be guaranteed.
How We Work
What We Do
Student Defenders is dedicated to protecting students from the violation of their rights. As such, Student Defenders will help you navigate through UChicago’s administrative or disciplinary system in any capacity. Whether you need help preparing for a hearing, want a support person to be there for you, or just want more information and guidance on how the University’s disciplinary process works, contact us for help today!
Resources
If you are facing the campus disciplinary process, you should reach out to Student Defenders for advice and guidance. You may also read the official Student Manual, which details relevant university policies.
Become a Student Defender
If you are passionate about protecting student rights on campus and interested in becoming a Student Defender, please contact us and we will respond to you shortly.
Events: Stay Tuned for Updates!
FIRE Speaker Event
Join us for a special speaker event on April 16th from 5:30PM-7:00PM at Logan Center 801 with Susan Kruth and Molly Nocheck from the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE). Susan Kruth is a lawyer, working in FIRE’s legal and public advocacy department, and Molly Nocheck lead’s the FIRE Student Network. Together they will be speaking on students’ First Amendment rights and practical steps for creating positive change on campus. Additionally, this event will be of great interest to any students interested in applying to FIRE’s summer internship program next year. Dinner from Chipotle will be provided!
