Is the area around the University of Illinois at Chicago safe?

Hello all, I m currently a senior in high school who is most likely going to attend UIC. I was wondering if the areas surrounding the campus, specifically Little Italy and Greektown, are safe. I don t plan on going out alone at night or whatever, but would I be ok with another person?I guess I m somehat fragile since I m a relatively skinny 5 5" guy haha. I don t want to be a victim of a crime. Former and current UIC students: have you ever experienced a crime or have known of anyone who has? Details are much appreicuated!