Campus Information Center

The Campus Information Center (CIC), located on the second floor of Wilson Commons, offers a wide variety of services to the University of Rochester campus. Reach out to us or click around our site to learn more about what the CIC has to offer!  

Desk Contact Information

Phone: (585) 275-5911
Email: cic@rochester.edu

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Offered Services

  • Lost and Found

    Lost an item on campus? You can stop by the CIC to see if your item was turned into us, or submit a Lost Item Report Form, and we will reach out to you if we have your missing item. We encourage individuals to also inquire with the Department of Public Safety’s lost and found at (585) 275-2552.

    Lost your University ID? If your ID is turned in to us, we will send you an email. All IDs are turned over to the Susan B. Anthony ID Office daily. We encourage individuals to also inquire with the ID Office at (585) 275-3975.

  • Bulletin Board Flyer Approval

    Wilson Commons Student Activities (WCSA) oversees six bulletin boards stretched between Wilson Commons, Douglass Commons, Genesee Hall, and Spurrier Hall. We will accept and approve up to seven letter-sized and up to four tabloid-sized flyers from University of Rochester student organizations and departments. Visit this website for more information on WCSA’s posting guidelines.

  • Equipment Sign-Out

    Various equipment is available to be signed-out and utilized by the University community. Please note, a University ID card or Government ID must be shown to complete the sign-out process. Items not returned or returned damaged may result in a loss of equipment privileges. Available equipment includes:

    • Small Technology
    • Outdoor Equipment
      • Hammocks
      • Sidewalk Chalk
      • Snowshoes
      • Yoga Mats

    Have an item you would like to see the CIC offer? Send us an email and let us know!

  • Recycling and Food Pantry Donations

    The CIC has three collection bins available to accept printer toner recycling, small electronics recycling, and food pantry non-perishable food donations. Electronics dropped off for recycling must meet the IT Equipment Recovery Program guidelines and eligibility requirements. For more information on how to recycle on campus, visit this website.

  • Item Distributions

    Student organizations or departments who are looking to distribute items to the University community related to an event, activity, or program can do so through the CIC. The Item Distribution Request Form must be submitted seven days prior to the start of the distribution, and the items for distribution must be delivered to the CIC no less than two days before the start of the distribution.

  • Student Organization Related Services
  • Same-Day Room Reservations

    Forgot to reserve a room? Same-day room reservations for spaces in Wilson Commons, Douglass Commons, Genesee Hall, and Spurrier Hall can be reserved at the CIC. Individuals looking to request a reservation outside of these four locations should contact Event and Classroom Management at (585) 275-9014.

  • General Campus Information
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