What are some of the features and cost of UIC Alert?
UIC Alert allows UIC officials to send free text messages to your mobile phone, in case of a campus emergency.
Features
Once
per year, you will receive a request to confirm that you still use the
mobile phone number(s) you subscribed with to UIC Alert. Unconfirmed
numbers will not receive emergency notifications.
Privacy
Your information will be stored securely and will only be used under
emergency circumstances or during a system-wide test of UIC Alert. Your
mobile phone number will be kept private and not shared with anyone.
Mobile phone numbers or wireless email addresses can be added or removed
at any time.
Cost
There is no charge for this service. However, your mobile service
provider and plan may charge you for receiving text messages, so consult
your provider for details. While UIC Alert will normally only be used
in the event of an emergency, it may be tested once a semester to make
sure it works correctly. You will also receive a text message when you
sign up for the service.