Community

Campus Life

Mission

The mission of the Office of Campus Life, within the Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) at the University of Illinois, is to provide opportunities for students with disabilities to pursue their goals for athletic, recreational, leisure, and personal achievement and well-being, utilizing responsive, state-of-the-art programs and services; collaborative partnerships; and, innovative research and outreach activities within a supportive and stimulating environment.

Wellness Gym

Wheelchair Athletics

Campus Venues

There are many recreation and leisure venues within and outside of campus. The following links provide information about campus and community venues as well as accessibility.

Quiet/Tranquility Spots on Campus

Feeling stressed out or overwhelmed? Need a place to meditate or re-center yourself? There are several designated public reflection rooms for prayer, meditation, or contemplation around campus.

The Undergraduate Library also has Tranquility Kits which contain a variety of items including all spectrum lights, noise canceling headphones, and fidget toys.

Community Information

Accessible CU provides a directory of accessible businesses and venues in the Champaign-Urbana area, and allows people to provide feedback on accessible businesses.

Food Insecurity Resources

ODOS Food Resources

No one should go hungry. Food is a daily necessity and something everyone has a right to. The Office of the Dean of Students provides a Food Resources list to assist you in securing food on and around campus based on your needs and comfort level. These resources are safe and inclusive spaces.

Food Assistance and Well-Being Program

The Food Assistance and Well-Being Program is a shopping-style pantry located in the Activities & Recreation Center Instructional Kitchen.