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  • UIC Pre-Health: CASPer Info Session for Applicants to UIC College of Medicine

    Oct 5, 2016 8:15 am93 views

    To All Current Applicants to the University of Illinois College of Medicine:

    Effective for the Fall 2017 Entering Class

    As part of the supplemental application, all applicants to the University of Illinois College of Medicine are required to complete an online assessment (CASPer), to assist with the selection process. Successful completion of CASPer is mandatory in order to maintain admission eligibility.

    Are you unsure what the CASPer assessment is? Questions about how to prepare or what to expect? Good news!

    The Pre-Professional Advising Office is presenting information sessions on CASPer on the following dates:

    Thursday, October 6th from 1pm-2pm in 850 UH

    Learn more at https://www.las.uic.edu/students/current-undergraduate/student-affairs/pre-professional-advising/pre-health/workshops/workshops. 

  • Health Careers and Majors Workshop for First-year and sophomore students, Thurs. 9/29

    Oct 3, 2016 3:00 pm51 views

    Health Careers & Majors

    Are you interested in learning about how your major may integrate with your potential health career? Not sure which health profession is right for you? This is the session for you! This information session may be particularly helpful to students in conjunction with a LAS Choosing a Majorinformation session.

    Tuesday, October 4 at 1pm in 850 University Hall

    See more details at: https://www.las.uic.edu/students/current-undergraduate/student-affairs/pre-professional-advising/pre-health/workshops/workshops. 

  • Honors College Tutoring Center Open for Fall 2016!

    Sep 28, 2016 5:30 pm97 views

    Qualified Honors College students are available to help you in almost every subject. The tutoring schedule, which lists both the classes and the times tutors are available to tutor those classes, is posted here at the beginning of every semester. You do not need an appointment to see a tutor; the service is free and available to every UIC student.

    Hours

    The Honors College Tutoring Program takes place Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Location

    The tutoring center is located on the second floor of Burnham Hall in Room 220 BH.

    Note: There will be no tutoring during Thanksgiving Break, Spring Break, or during finals week, so our students may concentrate on their exams.

    For questions on the program, contact the Honors College tutoring coordinator: Stephanie O'Leary

    http://www.honors.uic.edu/tutoring/ 

  • Interview Essentials Workshop, Thurs. 9/29

    Sep 28, 2016 3:30 pm4 views

    Interview Essentials Workshop

    Looking for a job and not getting hired? Come to this interactive workshop to learn how to avoid the common mistakes students make!

    Thursday, Sept. 29
    3:30 - 5:00 pm
    329 SCE

    Workshop hosted by the Student Employment Office.  Questions? Contact studentjobs@uic.edu or 312-996-3130.

  • UIC Pop-Up Food Pantry Open on Wed. 9/28

    Sep 26, 2016 2:45 pm46 views

    The UIC Wellness Center and the Undergraduate Student Government (USG), have launched a service called the Pop-Up Pantry which is a food pantry for registered UIC students. The Pop-Up Pantry offers canned goods and non-perishable food items. The resource is free for students, and intended to help homeless students, low-income students, and anyone who needs the service.

    The Pantry is "popping up" again on Wednesday September 28, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Student Center East Tower room 613. Open to all registered UIC Students with an I-card.

    Since our first Pop-Up Pantry in November 2014, we have been observing student's needs in order to enhance our services. We have learned that some students face the challenge of not knowing how to cook a simple meal or how to shop for groceries. To serve and support UIC students we have added the following educational components to Wellness Center services:

    - Grocery store tour
    - Fast food smart choices tour
    - Food preparation demo during the pantry and as workshops and
    - Nutritional workshop: "Making Food Work for You." 

    Questions? Contact Carol Peterson at carolp@uic.edu. 

     

  • Pre-Health Advising: “Preparing to Apply” Workshops for Juniors and Seniors

    Sep 26, 2016 2:00 pm23 views

    Preparing to Apply (PTA) Sessions

    These interactive workshops are geared towards alumni and students in their junior or senior year who are plan to apply to a health professions program within the next year. Sessions are targeted to specific health professions and will address what students need to be working on now in order to be prepared to apply in Summer 2017. Attendees will complete an applicant self-assessment as a part of the session. Students are welcome to attend more than one session/topic.LAS students may RSVP to sessions thru the EVENTS tab in Insight.

    View a full schedule and more details here: https://www.las.uic.edu/students/current-undergraduate/student-affairs/pre-professional-advising/pre-health/workshops/workshops 

     

  • "Pre-Law Orientation" Workshop, Wed. 9/28

    Sep 22, 2016 8:15 am22 views

    Wednesday, September 28 at 3:30pm in Library Room 1-470

    Designed for incoming freshmen or sophomore students who are new to being pre-law. Transfer students with junior status will benefit from this session as well.

    Please RSVP here by Monday, September 26th. 

     

    ARE YOU A FRESHMAN OR NEW SOPHOMORE STUDENT* CONSIDERING LAW SCHOOL?

     

    IF SO, COME OUT TO THE “PRE-LAW ORIENTATION” WORKSHOP

    WHEN: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH 3:30 – 4:50PM

    WHERE: LIBRARY ROOM 1-470

    COME OUT AND MEET THE PRE LAW ADVISOR AND LEARN THE BASICS OF WHAT YOU SHOULD BE DOING WHILE AN UNDERGRAD TO MAKE YOURSELF THE MOST VIABLE CANDIDATE COME APPLICATION TIME. WE WILL DISCUSS THE SUCCESSFUL LAW STUDENT PROFILE, SELECTION OF A MAJOR THAT IS BEST FOR YOU, EXTRA-CURRICULARS, AND THE APPLICATION TIMELINE.

    *NEW AND CONTINUING ADVANCED STUDENTS (JUNIORS AND ABOVE) SHOULD COME TO THE PRE-LAW OFFICE FOR ONE-ON-ONE ADVISING APPOINTMENTS. PRE-LAW ADVISING APPOINTMENTS CAN BE MADE BY LOGGING ON TO INSIGHT.

    RSVP by Monday, September 26th at: www.las.uic.edu/prelaw (Go to the Pre-Law Events tab and RSVP for this event).

  • Fall Diversity Career Fair, Thurs. 9/22

    Sep 21, 2016 5:30 pm57 views

    DIVERSITY CAREER FAIR

    UIC Career Services is proud to announce our 39th annual DIVERSITY CAREER FAIR, featuring up to 150 employers! What makes it a DIVERSITY fair?

    Students and alumni of ALL majors will find full-time, part-time and internship opportunities from for-profit, non-profit, and government organizations. There is truly something for everyone!

    Thursday, September 22, 2016
    10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    UIC Forum
    725 West Roosevelt Road

    Open and free ONLY to UIC students and alumni.
    UIC students: i-card required for entry.

    Attendees: please DRESS PROFESSIONALLY and bring a good supply of resumes. For more information, click HERE.

  • Campus Conversations: What is Going on and Why? – The Summer of 2016: Race, Police and Violence Wed. 9/14

    Sep 19, 2016 2:00 pm23 views

    Now that we are a few weeks into the new school year, I wanted to take the opportunity to remind you of our exciting new year-long Campus Conversations series.

    The theme of the series for the year is What's Going on and Why: How Can We Imagine a More Just Future?

    Our monthly conversations will focus on recent events in the news: violence, the role of police, terrorism, the election and more, and are designed to help us understand these events in context and to provide an opportunity for conversation and sharing of diverse points of view.

    The first conversation in the series, titled The Summer of 2016: Race, Police and Violence, will take place on September 14 from noon to 1 pm in Student Center East (Cardinal Room) and will be in the form of a panel discussion by UIC faculty members Barbara Ransby (moderator), LAS Distinguished Professor of African American studies, gender and women’s studies, history, and director of the campus-wide Social Justice Initiative ; Teresa Cordova, director of UIC’s Great Cities Institute and professor of urban planning and policy in the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs; Beth Richie, professor of African American studies, gender and women's studies, and former director of the Institute of Research on Race and Public Policy at UIC; Juliana Stratton, director of the UIC Center for Public Safety and Justice in the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs and Amy Watson, professor of social work in the Jane Addams College of Social Work.

    Part two of the conversation will take place on Wednesday, September 21 from noon to 1 pm in Student Center East (Room 605) and will be an open forum that will provide more opportunity for conversation and dialogue.

    In October, the theme of the conversation will be The Election of 2016: Engagement, Conflict & the Common Good, and I will be providing details regarding time and location shortly.

    I hope you will join me and your fellow students, faculty and staff for these campus conversations.

    Susan Poser Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

  • The Global Asian Studies (GLAS) Open House

    Sep 19, 2016 1:00 pm19 views

    The Global Asian Studies Program Advisory Board (G-SAB) Presents

    THE GLOBAL ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAM (GLAS) OPEN HOUSE!

    Wednesday, Sept. 21, 11-1pm, 1050 University Hall (10th floor)

    Come join us to meet GLAS faculty, staff, and students, win vintage swag and pocky, and learn more about:

    *the NEW and exciting GLAS Program and Minor

    *student internships

    *courses on Hip Hop, Community Engagement, Global Asia in Chicago, Introduction to Filipino American Studies, Memories of War in the Pacific, and more!

    Food and Refreshments are provided.

  • Constitution Day (Register to Vote!), Mon. 9/19

    Sep 16, 2016 9:15 am9 views

    Constitution Day. 11am-1pm

    Student Center East, Room 602

    Join us for the annual Constitution Day!! A day of non-partisan hands-on democracy!

    Register to vote and learn about ongoing constitutional issues. Activities including voter registration, volunteer opportunities, and a special guest speaker, Flint Taylor.

    Attorney Flint Taylor specializes in civil rights law and has spent much of his career as a prosecutor for police brutality, government misconduct, and death penalty cases.

    For more information, please visit our page on UIC Connection: https://orgsync.com/135631/events/1488543/occurrences/3473506

  • 2016 PhD Information Sessions-Jane Addams College of Social Work

    Sep 14, 2016 2:00 pm10 views

    2016 PHD INFORMATION SESSIONS

    September 15 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm CDT

    Learn more about the PhD Program at Jane Addams College of Social Work. The first information session is on Thursday, September 15, 2016. Second information session will be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2016.  

    Register at PhD Social Work Information Session-September. to attend in person or online.

  • Sustainability Fee: Request for Student Proposals

    Sep 14, 2016 8:30 am37 views

    The Sustainability Fee Advisory Board (SFAB) is currently accepting student proposals for Fall 2016. The Sustainability Fee's goal is to support projects that help to establish a sustainable campus environment. Paid by all undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, the Sustainability Fee is $3 per semester.

    The Sustainability Fee funds small, short-term projects, subsidizes larger, long-term projects on campus, and helps to fund student travel to sustainability-related conferences. Funding from this fee is administered by the SFAB, which is comprised of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, as well as faculty and staff. More information can be found here: http://go.uic.edu/sustainabilityfee

    Who can apply: All UIC students and student organizations are eligible to apply. If needed, the SFAB will help provide access to campus resources and personnel to approved projects. SFAB can also suggest other entities that may provide funding or additional assistance.

    Application process: Students/student groups are required to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) by Monday, September 19, 2016. The LOI allows the SFAB to pre-screen proposals for appropriateness and feasibility. Furthermore, the LOI should provide an approximate project budget, expected completion date, and cost savings, if any. Projects that pass this stage will be invited to prepare a final proposal for consideration by the board. The Letter of Inquiry form can be found here: http://go.uic.edu/letterofinquiry. Following review of LOIs, the board will notify all applicants via email by the end of February if they have been selected to submit a full proposal. Full proposals must be submitted by November 7, 2016. Grantees will be notified by the end of the fall semester. For questions regarding previously funded projects, funding criteria, as well as rules and restrictions, please contact skonin2@uic.edu or visit the website: http://go.uic.edu/sustainabilityfee

  • Save These Dates! Upcoming SEO Events for Students

    Sep 12, 2016 10:15 am22 views

    The Student Employment Office (SEO) offers many services that aim at helping students find jobs and internships, on and off-campus. Apart from services like on-campus employment, temporary services, and job location and development, SEO hosts a variety of events as well. You can see some of the upcoming events that the Student Employment Office will host to help further student's careers here: http://uofi.uic.edu/emailer/newsletter/88230.html 

    SAVE THE DATES!

    Wed. 9/14: Basic Employment Student Training, 3:30 - 5:00 pm, Ft. Dearborn B SCE

    Thurs. 9/29: Interview Essentials Workshop: 3:30 - 5:00 pm, 329 SCE

    UIC Careers.com: UICCAREERS.COM is UIC's official job listing site for ALL MAJORS! To register send full name, UIN, and UIC email address to studentjobs@uic.edu. Once you gain access, log in using your full UIC email address and password to browse hundreds of jobs updated daily!

    Walk-In Hours

    For general information, resume assistance, or job referrals:
    Tuesdays & Thursdays: 2:00PM–4:00PM
    Wednesdays: 8:30AM–10:00AM
    2100 SSB

     

  • IGNITE Leadership Experience and Catalyst Leadership Retreat, Sign Up now!

    Sep 9, 2016 5:45 pm24 views

    Looking to get involved on campus? Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services (SLDVS) is excited to provide two unique leadership opportunities for UIC students.

    IGNITE Leadership Experience

    The IGNITE Leadership Experience is a semester-long program designed to help 1st and 2nd year undergraduate students gain leadership capacities and get involved at UIC. IGNITE will help participants gain insight into the values, communication, and leadership competencies necessary for positive campus involvement. The program will help students connect with people and activities that will ignite their passion and spark a change at UIC. IGNITE participants meet Tuesdays from 4-6pm beginning September 20th. All participants are also expected to attended Catalyst on September 17 from 9am-5pm.

    Want to know more? We will be holding an optional information session:

    Thursday, September 8 at 3pm-4pm in Student Center East Conference Room 389

    Applications are now being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be submitted by September 8, 2016 at http://go.uic.edu/igniteleadership.

     

    Catalyst Leadership Retreat

    Catalyst is a one-day leadership retreat designed to allow participants the time and space to consider powerful questions that move them towards action. Catalyst creates a community for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue about leadership, integrity, change, and possibility. This event is entirely free with both breakfast and lunch provided. All UIC students, including graduate students, are encouraged to apply, but space is limited! The program will be held Saturday, September 17, 2016 from 9am-5pm.

    Applications are now being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be submitted by September 10, 2016 at http://go.uic.edu/catalyst.

    Please contact Maux Sullivan, Graduate Assistant for SLDVS, at msulli9@uic.edu with any questions regarding either program.

  • Applications are open for Nu Rho Psi: The Neuroscience Honors Society

    Sep 9, 2016 11:00 am168 views

    Hello Neuroscience Students!

    My name is Masun Jackson and I am the UIC chapter president for Nu Rho Psi. We are a nationally recognized neuroscience honors society focused on the goals of academic excellence and spreading the discipline of neuroscience throughout the community. At the start of each semester we look for new members who share these goals and actively want to engage in the endeavors of neuroscience. We host and sponsor several neuroscience events each semester as well as collaborate with faculty, national members, and members of neuroscience curriculums across the country.

    If you are interested in joining there are just a few requirements that you must meet. You must be declared as a major or minor in neuroscience, have completion of at least 3 semesters of College coursework, completion of at least 9 semester hours of neuroscience related courses, and have an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2 and 3.4 in neuroscience related courses.

    Please send your transcript to our faculty advisor Dr. Robert Paul Malchow at paulmalc@uic.edu . The transcript does not need to be official, you can simply copy and paste from your academic records via the UIC portal.

    If you don't meet our requirements this semester, fear not! We will also be recruiting in the Spring! Good luck this semester and I hope you all apply!

  • Catalyst Leadership Retreat, Apply by 9/10

    Sep 2, 2016 5:15 pm16 views

    The Catalyst Leadership Retreat is a one-day leadership retreat designed to allow participants the time and space to consider powerful questions that move them towards action. The program will be held Saturday, September 17, 2016 from 9am-5pm.

    Catalyst creates a community for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue about leadership, integrity, change, and possibility. This event is entirely free with both breakfast and lunch provided. All UIC students, including graduate students, are encouraged to apply, but space is limited! Applications are now being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be submitted by September 10, 2016 at http://go.uic.edu/catalyst.

  • Study Abroad / State Department Special Event, Wed. 8/31

    Aug 29, 2016 2:15 pm52 views

    The Study Abroad Office cordially invites you to a special event with

    US Ambassador to Japan Caroline Kennedy and Assistant Secretary of State Evan Ryan

     

    Learn more and RSVP at: http://studyabroad.uic.edu/state-department-event/  

  • 2016 Involvement Fair, Wed. 8/31

    Aug 29, 2016 12:45 pm116 views

    Each year, the Center for Student Involvement (formerly Campus Programs) hosts an annual "kick off" event for the students, faculty and staff of UIC, to celebrate not only the beginning of the school year, but also to introduce the campus to the many involvement opportunities in the surrounding community and the city. Involvement Fair will expose students to the diverse engagement opportunities available at UIC. Over 200 student organizations, university departments, and neighboring businesses will be on hand to greet and welcome students to campus.

    2016 INVOLVEMENT FAIR
    Wednesday, August 31, 2016
    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Lecture Center Quad

     

  • Ignite Leadership Experience for first- and second-year students

    Aug 26, 2016 6:30 am34 views

    Want to learn about leadership?Want to connect with other UIC students?Want to spark a change at UIC? 

    The IGNITE Leadership Experience is a semester-long exploratory leadership program designed to help first- and second-year undergraduate students gain leadership capacities and get involved in UIC.  IGNITE will help you gain insight into the values, communication, and leadership competencies necessary for positive involvement on campus. It is our hope that you will go out and live these ideals in your involvement on campus and the community. 

    Requirements:

    ·         Must be a UIC first- or second-year student

    ·         Must commit to attend every IGNITE session on Tuesday nights from 3:45-6pm starting September 22 and ending November 21.

    o   Unfortunately, due to the nature of our program, if you have a class/work/personal conflict that overlaps with our program schedule, you are not eligible to apply for the program. Please consider applying next year!

    ·         Must attend the Catalyst Leadership Retreat on Saturday, September 19 from 9am-5pm. 

    TO APPLY FOR IGNITE, PLEASE VISIT: www.go.uic.edu/2015ignite 

    We will be holding two optional information sessions: 

    September 10 at 3pm-4pm in Student Center East Conference Room 389

    September 14 at 3pm-4pm in Student Center East Conference Room 389

  • AARCC Ice Cream Social, 8/26

    Aug 24, 2016 2:15 pm31 views

    The 11th Annual Ice Cream Social, which is being held on Friday, August 26 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM in the Lecture Center Quad. (Rain location, Commuter Resource Center, SCE) Ice Cream Social is an event where you can learn about the Asian American resources on campus, like AARCC, the Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) grant, Asian American Studies Program, and the Chancellor’s Committee on the Status of Asian Americans. You will also get to meet members of Asian American Student organizations and learn more about their orgs and how to become a member. There will also be delicious ice cream provided by UIC Catering, and a live DJ, at no cost to you! For more information, please visit our website at http://aarcc.uic.edu

    In the event of bad weather, the Ice Cream Social will be held in the Commuter Resource Center, which is located inside of Student Center East, on the 2nd floor, near the Inner Circle.

    Please stop by Taft Hall 101 or call 312-413-9569 if you have any questions about the above or would like to learn more about the Asian American Community at UIC. We look forward to meeting you soon!

  • Have you experienced sexual assault/abuse, domestic/dating violence or stalking?

    Aug 24, 2016 9:30 am15 views

    The UIC Campus Advocacy Network (CAN) provides free services to students, staff and faculty who are experiencing domestic/dating violence, sexual assault/abuse or stalking.

    CAN services are designed for people of all genders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and abilities. We are dedicated to ensuring that all members of the community feel safe, listened to and valued.

    CAN is a completely confidential space and we will take no action until you ask us to do so.We are committed to working together with survivors of violence to identify the options available to them both on and off campus, and accompanying them in navigating the options they choose to pursue.

    We can help survivors access financial resources and housing and academic accommodations.We serve as confidential advisors that both Title IX and Campus SaVE say must be made available to survivors.

    We can accompany you to any and all interviews and hearings - off and on-campus, including those with the Title IX Office, the Dean of Students Office and the State's Attorney's Office.

    When you come to CAN, we will let you know that;

    - we believe you,

    - it's not your fault, no one deserves to be a victim of these crimes

    - we are here to help you explore all of the options available to you

    For a full listing of the services CAN provides, as well as more information about sexual assault, stalking, and abusive relationships, please go to our website at http://can.uic.edu/.

    The Campus Advocacy Network is a program of the Women's Leadership and Resource Center at UIC.

    CAN staff are available Mon-Fri from 10am-5pm at 1101 West Taylor Street, 3rd Floor (above the Chicago Public Library).

    Please call 312-413-8206 to schedule an appointment, or email can-appointment@uic.edu.

    Find us on Facebook (https://goo.gl/xOOUxX) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/UIC_CAN)!

  • Student Services Building Open on Sun. 8/21

    Aug 18, 2016 5:45 am4 views

    Do you need an i-card, job on campus, or parking tags? This is your chance to visit offices in the Student Services Building (SSB) for resources BEFORE the first day of classes! Before Convocation at the UIC Pavilion, stop by offices in SSB. Offices are open Sunday, August 21, 2016, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

  • Volunteer for the Campus Housing Move-In Crew

    Aug 3, 2016 5:15 pm45 views

    Want to move in early and meet new people? Join the Campus Housing Move In Crew!

    Help make the move-in process go smoothly and efficiently for Campus Housing residents. As a member of the Move In Crew, you will help students move in by carrying boxes, pushing carts and generally assisting students whenever possible. You will also get the chance to meet new people and be a great face for UIC!

    Move In Crew is a lot of hard work, but it pays off when you see the smiles on the faces of students and their parents!

    Benefits

    Move in early – Monday, August 15 without being charged for interim housing!

    Free T-shirt!

    Meet new students and share the UIC spirit!

    Requirements

    Have a friendly, outgoing personality, and be willing to help freshmen students and their families move in!

    Be a returning resident of Campus Housing

    Move in by 5 PM on Monday, August 15

    Attend a training session on Tuesday, August 16 (Time: 2-5pm) located in SCE 605

    Must be available for morning, daytime, and evening hours during the move in period (August 17-19). Shifts will be assigned.

    To sign up: http://www.housing.uic.edu/moveincrew/. 

  • Be a PAP First Semester Mentor

    Aug 3, 2016 11:15 am202 views

    The PAP First Semester Mentor is designed to help PAP freshman have exposure to an exemplary role model and help them adjust to UIC with the help of a mentor through knowledge transfer. The benefits are practicing leadership skills, achieving a personal and professional satisfaction of helping fellow PAP, as well as getting recognition from peers, while having it count as a PAP activity for the Fall semester.

    The requirements for First Semester Mentors are: 

    *   Minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average

    *   Third or fourth year PAP student 

    *   Enjoy helping others 

    *   Positive attitude

    *   Submit an online questionnaire to be matched with a freshman.  

    *   Availability to meet assigned student once a month.

    *   Participate in mentor orientation on August 15th or August 31st from 3:30 to 4:30pm 

    *   Attend Mentor/Mentee Reception in September (date TBD)

    Please respond to Keila Valle: kvalle4@uic.edu

  • Sustainability Internship Program Summer Poster Presentation

    Jul 22, 2016 9:45 am15 views

     

    Come see the progress of our Sustainability Internship Program cohort! Our student interns have been hard at work to promote greater social, economic, and environmental sustainability in our campus community! Refreshments provided by Chicago Style Vegan. RSVP: dangoy@uic.edu 

    August 3, 2016

    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Location: 122 SPHW School of Public Health West

    For more information: http://www.uic.edu/htbin/eventcal/eventcal.fcgi?&dispatch=search&uid=20160718T220941Z-323d8db-3e8-7f3d8649-Oracle

  • Peers to Allies Leadership Retreat Registration Opens in July!

    Jul 20, 2016 11:45 am60 views

    The Campus Advocacy Network (CAN) is pleased to announce that registration for the 5th Annual Peers to Allies Leadership Retreat will open in July!

    What is Peers to Allies?

    Peers to Allies is a violence prevention program that situates leadership, bystander intervention and social justice education as the cornerstones for student engagement. UIC student leaders attend a three-day camping retreat where they participate in workshops, interactive activities and facilitated dialogues. Through our evidence-based curriculum, leaders develop a deeper self-awareness that increases their ability to recognize signs of interpersonal violence and learn practical bystander intervention skills, all while making meaningful connections with other student leaders from the UIC community. Through several years of assessment we know that Peers to Allies provides measurable results that contribute to making UIC a safer campus for everyone.

    Campus SaVE and Title IX

    Peers to Allies is a free opportunity for your office or individuals to receive education and training mandated by the Campus SaVE Act and Title IX. In an attempt to reduce sexual violence on college campuses these two federal mandates recommend that all current students at UIC be offered an opportunity to receive education and training on issues of interpersonal violence. At this retreat students learn to recognize the signs of sexual assault, domestic/dating violence and stalking. They learn valuable leadership and bystander intervention skills that allow them to build a safer UIC for everyone. Our interactive curriculum focuses on leadership development in which students learn tools to create a campus that is free from interpersonal violence. If you are an interested student you can nominate yourself by emailing can.wlrc@gmail.com.

    Event Details

    Peers to Allies will take place from Friday, September 16 through Sunday, September 18, 2016 at Camp MacLean in the beautiful woods of Wisconsin. All travel, lodging and trainings are free for any UIC student. For more information about the retreat and to register, please visit peerstoallies.uic.edu.

    Participant Testimonies

    The retreat increases students’ understanding of being an ally:

    “Not being gay, but supporting someone’s decision to be and participating in their movement as an ally”

    “Being in the privileged group, we can speak openly and ‘on the same level’ with people who share the same privilege and, ideally, [they will] listen to us” {sic}

    “I had never shared what I shared and I actually teared up which usually I can control but it felt so good to share a piece of my story and to hear others because it felt inspiring” [sic]

    The retreat helps students build relationships with students from different peer groups:

    “Hearing people’s testimony… it was amazing to have people open up to others they didn’t know well and to open myself up to others I didn’t know well”

    “The most powerful moment was the testimonial because everyone got to really share with one another their experience… getting to know each other because it made me understand the behavior of each person and well most of the people here are survivors and that if they are, why not me?”

    See last year's participants in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8wd6TqCk18

    Questions? Contact Keisa Reynolds at keisa@uic.edu. 

  • LCC Mural & Heritage Garden Tours Summer Session

    Jul 13, 2016 9:15 am15 views

    LCC Mural & Heritage Garden Tours

    Summer Session - June 27 through August 4, 2016

    Visit the UIC Latino Cultural Center this summer and take advantage of both tours!

    Participate and learn how the mural, “El Despertar de las Américas” (The Awakening of the Americas), utilizes the power of art to collectively explore creative solutions for common challenges, or how the UIC Heritage Garden connects horticulture with environmental sustainability, cultural diversity, and social justice.

    Approx. 45 min. each

    What/When:

    Heritage Garden Tours - Mondays at 1pm

    LCC Mural Tours - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12noon

    Where: Latino Cultural Center - Lecture Center B2

    The LCC is not accepting any private tour reservations this summer. All audiences are welcome to join us at this program. Accessibility services will be available upon request by contacting us.

    Location: 2 LCB Lecture Center B

    Fee: FREE

    Audience: General public/Campus community/Faculty/Staff/Students/Alumni/Prospective students

    Website: https://latinocultural.uic.edu/programs/lcc-mural-heritage-garden-tours-summer-session-2016/

    Contact: lcc@uic.edu (312)996-3095

  • Free Kaplan Test Prep Events for July 2016

    Jul 11, 2016 11:30 am39 views

    Attached is a list of free Kaplan test prep events this month for students interested in graduate or professional school.

  • Join the Student Activities Funding Committee, Apply by 7/15

    Jul 6, 2016 11:30 am66 views

    The Student Activities Funding Committee (SAFC) needs you! Do you have any financial or treasurer experience? Want to make a difference and impact the lives of students at UIC? Looking for a way to be more involved? If you answered yes to any of the above statements, you should consider applying to SAFC. 

    SAFC is the funding body for student organizations at UIC. The committee meets to review applications for funding requests from student groups submitted, ensures applications and events are inclusive and meet the needs of the UIC student body, and vote to approve applications based off of specific criteria. Some of the perks of being a member include, experience on a funding board, resume and career development skills, opportunity to impact quality of programming offered at UIC, training and consultation skills, and FUN! 

    Click below for more information on how to apply. Please us know if you any questions by emailing studentinvolvement@uic.edu. The deadline to apply is July 15th!

    SAFC APPLICATION: https://orgsync.com/63688/forms/197458 

  • Join Black Tech Scholars, Apply by Mon. 7/11

    Jul 6, 2016 9:45 am97 views

    In collaboration with Productive Edge, a dynamic and innovative technology company, the University of Illinois at Chicago’s African American Academic Network and Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies have partnered to implement a program that will foster diversity in the technology space through coding opportunities.

    During this year-long commitment, Black Tech Scholars will have the opportunity to acquire business acumen to start their own businesses and gain valuable hands-on experience building mobile-friendly websites. 

    In addition to practical training, Scholars selected for the program will engage in the following activities/opportunities: 

    - Obtain mentor ship from entrepreneurs and tech professionals
    - Participate in job shadowing and networking activities
    - Engage in real time projects on building web and mobile applications
    - Connect directly with executive staff professionals to sustain paid internships
    - Develop effective presentation skills

    Scholars who are interested in the Black Tech Scholars Program should meet the following criteria: 

    - Be in good academic standing
    - Have a minimum of 2.4 GPA
    - Must have at least completed two concurrent semesters at UIC prior to the fall semester 2016
    - Be able to make a year-long commitment to the program
    - Recognition of participation/completion of programmatic activities will be listed on official transcript. 

    Applications should be submitted no later than Monday, July 11, 2016.  Applicants will then be contacted to schedule an interview.  Interviews will begin the week of July 18th.  Applicants will be notified of a final decision in August.  The program has a limited number of spaces available, so we encourage applicants to apply today.

    View UIC Black Tech Scholars in action HERE!

    Register for the UIC Black Tech Scholars Program at go.uic.edu/Black_Tech_Scholars 

    Contact Joseph Fields at jofields@uic.edu with questions.

  • Summer of Fun from the Wellness Center

    Jun 29, 2016 2:45 pm23 views

    For the first time ever the Wellness Center will be offering a Summer of Fun program for UIC students, staff, and faculty! You can pick from the following menu and do one activity or all of them. It's up to you! At the bottom of this mass mail you will find registration instructions for all activities.

    1. Wellness News: Subscribe to the "Wellness News" and receive a one-page newsletter that will start your Monday with an inspirational quote, a laugh, and a health and work tip that you can use immediately.

    2. Brain Food: End your week on a high note by attending a 50-minute Friday workshop. Each workshop will tackle a different common wellness challenge: Calming Down in the Midst of Chaos, Making Food Work for You, and Sleep Your Way to a Healthier You.Dates are:• Stress: Friday July 15, 2016 3:00 to 4:00pm Daley Library 1-470 • Nutrition: Friday July 22, 2016 3:00 to 4:00pm Daley Library 1-470 • Sleep: Friday July 29, 2016 3:00 to 4:00pm Daley Library 1-470

    3. Be a Firewalker: We are bringing back the Wellness Center Firewalkers! This self-paced walking program is for individuals or groups. You pick the walking goal and we provide the inspiration! You can challenge yourself or you can challenge another group. The prize? Bragging rights!

    For more information or to register for a workshop, the Wellness News, or to become a Firewalker please send an e-mail to Kinyell Gaston, Wellness Center intern, kgasto2@uic.edu (please use subject line: Summer of Fun).

    Please copy and paste the following information into your reply email:

    Full name:

    Email address:

    Office phone number:

    I would like to:

    A. _____ Subscribe to the Wellness News; Registration Deadline: 7-01-16

    B. _____ Receive more information about the Brain Food workshops

    C. _____ Attend the Brain Food workshop on ____________; Register up-to-day of event a. Stress management_____ b. Nutrition_____ c. Sleep_____

    D. ____ Receive more information on the Firewalker program

    E. _____ Participate in the Firewalker program

    Registration Deadline: 7-01-16

  • Free Outdoor Movie Night 6/23 - "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

    Jun 22, 2016 9:15 am31 views

    Free Outdoor Movie Night 6/23

    "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice"

    Join us Thursday, June 23rd at 8pm for a free outdoor movie night!

    Box office smash "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" will be featured on a massive screen on the University Hall east lawn. You will not want to miss it!

    Seating begins at 8pm and the movie begins at dusk. The first 400 people to show theiri-card will receive a free fleece blanket.

    (Rain Location: Student Center East, Inner Circle)

    This free outdoor movie night is presented by the UIC Center for Student Involvement and UIC Summer Session.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    P.S. Want more summer fun? Put on your dancing shoes and join us this Tuesday, June 21st for Summer Dance UIC, the lunchtime dance lesson series. Learn new moves, meet new friends, listen to great music, and enjoy summer dancing at UIC. For the full summer dance schedule, visit http://summer.uic.edu/events.

  • Summer Dance UIC

    Jun 13, 2016 12:00 pm68 views

    JOIN US FOR SUMMER DANCE UIC!

    Show up to our free program open to the public from 12:00pm to 1:30pm on the dates listed below. Learn salsa, Zouk, ballroom, Chicago Style Steppin', and line dances.

    Twice a month bring your lunch, listen to great music, and wear your dancing shoes outside in the Lecture Center Quad. In the first 45 minutes, you will learn a new dance. In the next 45 minutes, the dance floor will be open for more seasoned dancers. Check back for updates and weather status.

    SCHEDULE

    Wednesday, June 15 - Salsa (Ice Cream social is at 11:30am)

    Tuesday, June 21 - Ballroom

    Tuesday, July 12 - Zouk

    Tuesday, July 26 - Chicago Style Steppin'

    Tuesday, August 9 - Swing

    Tuesday, August 16 - Line Dancing

    For details, visit http://go.uic.edu/summerdanceUIC!

  • Apply to join the Chancellor’s Committee on the Status of Persons with Disabilities, Due Fri. 5/27

    May 25, 2016 9:00 am51 views

    The Chancellor's Committee on the Status of Persons with Disabilities (CCSPD) is seeking new members for the upcoming academic year August 2016 to July 2017.

    Our Mission is to promote empowerment and inclusion of students, faculty and staff with disabilities at UIC. The Committee recognizes that people with disabilities are a diverse group, including individuals with visible and non-visible disabilities. The CCSPD provides a forum for discussion and assessment of disability-related issues that are relevant for the campus and the larger community. In addition, the CCSPD advises the Chancellor and other administrative units and makes recommendations on disability-related issues, policies, services, attitudes and practices on campus. This mission is motivated by the belief that people with disabilities are assets to the university.

    We are seeking candidates from all aspects of campus: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, Faculty, and Staff. We seek candidates that have an eagerness to promote the mission of our committee coupled with a strong desire to learn from others. If you are interested in serving on the CCSPD please send an email message describing why you would like to be a part of the CCSPD, your skills, background, and how disability-related experiences have shaped your desire to get involved.

    Please email your cover letter to: acastr1@uic.edu & takodis@uic.edu Please include "CCSPD Membership" in the subject line.

    Deadline: As soon as possible

    For full consideration, please send your email message by Friday, May 27, 2016

    Sincerely,

    Alejandro Castro - CCSPD Co-Chair

    Christos Takoudis - CCSPD Co-Chair

  • UIC Library Extended Hours, 4/24 – 5/6

    May 4, 2016 4:45 pm82 views

    The University Library begins its extended hours schedule for the end of the semester and finals week on April 24, 2016.

    The Richard J. Daley Library will be open from 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 24 through 7 p.m. on Friday, May 6, 2016. During extended hours, only patrons with valid i-cards will be able to enter the building from 9 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. A dedicated Red Car will serve Library patrons from 11 p.m. – 7 a.m. every day from Sunday, April 24 (11 p.m.) to Friday, May 6 (7 a.m.). The Red Car picks up/drops off at the west (Morgan St.) door to the Daley Library. You must show a valid i-card to use the Red Car.

    The Library of the Health Sciences-Chicago is open extended hours on Sunday April 24, 2016 - Thursday, May 5, 2016:

    Sundays: 9 a.m. - 2 a.m.
    Mondays – Thursdays: 7 a.m. - 2 a.m.
    Friday: 7 a.m. - midnight*
    Saturdays: 9 a.m. - midnight

    *On Friday, May 6, the library will close at 5 p.m.

    Only UIC students, faculty, and staff will be admitted to enter LHS-Chicago after 7 p.m. during extended hours.

    Hours for all Library locations are available online: http://library.uic.edu/about-us/hours

  • Climate Survey- Take Survey on Interpersonal Violence

    Apr 28, 2016 4:00 pm31 views

    Dear Honors Students,

    Recently you should have received an email regarding the online campus climate survey. Our department supports UICs goals of having a safe and productive educational experience for everyone. If you are comfortable doing so, we encourage you to take this voluntary and anonymous survey at: http://tinyurl.com/UICclimateSurvey

    Interpersonal violence affects many of our students and the campus climate survey will help UIC better respond to reports of violence and improve services for survivors by giving the university a clear picture about how violence is experienced by students. The survey will also allow the university to plan prevention efforts to stop violence before it begins. Whether or not you have experienced violence, the university hopes to hear from as many students as possible to find out how well you feel the university responds to violence.

    The survey should take about 30 minutes. You will be asked for some basic information about yourself (age, gender, race, relationship status, and the name of your college or university), and questions regarding your experiences with interpersonal violence. Students need to be 18 years of age or older to participate in this research (UIC IRB protocol #2016-0045).

    After you complete the survey you will be offered the chance to enter your email into a lottery to win 1 of ninety cash prizes ranging from$20 to $80.  Chances of winning are approximately 1 in 50.

    If you have questions about this survey, contact Dr. Paul Schewe, at schewepa@uic.edu.

  • Stressed with Finals? Remember the Counseling Center has resources available.

    Apr 25, 2016 3:30 pm36 views

    UIC Counseling Center: (312) 996-3490

    This time of the academic year can be very stressful.  If you find that you need extra support with managing stress, anxiety, or other concerns during this time of year, remember that the UIC Counseling Center's services are available, confidential, and free for UIC students.  You can learn more about available services here.  If you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment, call the Counseling Center at (312) 996-3490.  

    InTouch Crisis Hotline: 312-996-5535

    If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency and require services outside of the Counseling Center's regular business hours, the InTouch Crisis Hotline is a free crisis intervention, counseling, and referral service offered by trained UIC student volunteers.  The InTouch Hotline is available Sunday - Friday, 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm.  See more information about InTouch and other resources available outside their hours at http://counseling.uic.edu/crisis.shtml. 

  • UIC Careers List of Internships and Jobs

    Apr 25, 2016 2:30 pm174 views

    Below are several internships and full-time opportunities that have been identified as possible good fits for Honors College students. These opportunities can be accessed by logging into your UICcareers account. Follow the instructions on the Student/Alumni link to activate your account if you are a first-time user. You can search for the positions in the Job tab or use the ID number. The quickest way to find a position is to do a keyword search with the title of the position in quotes.

    If you wish to schedule an appointment a Career Center advisor for resume, cover letter and/or interview skills assistance please call 312-996-2300 to schedule an appointment.

    Click on the post to see internships and jobs.

  • UIC Pre-Health Resources for students applying to health professions programs this summer

    Apr 22, 2016 9:30 am36 views

    Will you be applying to health professional programs this Summer 2016? If so, let the Pre-Health Advising Office know!

    Please fill out the form below ONLY if you intend on applying this upcoming summer to start a health profession program in the Fall 2017. This form will give you access to the new Pre-Health Blackboard site, Application Station, where they will provide you with continuous updates through your application process.

    Intent to Apply Form

    Additionally, LAS Pre-Health Advisors will be having walk-in advising for application related questions on the dates below. Once you have opened an application, please feel free to bring your laptop in on the following dates. A pre-health advisor will be available to answer any questions you have while you are working on your applications. As a reminder, medical school applications (AMCAS & AACOMAS) will open on May 3, 2016. Dental school applications (AADSAS) will open on June 1, 2016. This service is ONLY for students who will be applying this upcoming summer. Please bring a copy of your transcript if you attend these walk-in sessions.

    Application Advising Walk-in Dates:

    Thursday, May 5th from 1:00pm-4:00pm, 3rd Floor UH

    Friday, May 6th from 1:00pm-4:00pm, 3rd Floor UH

    Wednesday, May 18th from 9:00am-4:00pm, 3rd Floor UH

    Thursday, June 9th from 9:00-4:00pm, 3rd Floor UH

     

    If you have any questions, please contact lasprehealth@uic.edu.

  • 2016 SISE Applications Now Open

    Apr 20, 2016 8:00 am93 views

    The University of Illinois at Chicago presents the 6th Annual Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy

    In partnership with Argonne National Laboratory; Clean Energy Trust; Institute for Sustainability & Energy at Northwestern (Northwestern University); Loyola University; UI LABS; University of Chicago; Wanger Institute for Sustainable Energy Research (Illinois Institute of Technology)

    The SISE Program

    The Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy (SISE) is a two-week intensive workshop and lecture series for students and professionals. From August 4-16, a diverse body of participants will engage a broad spectrum of energy and sustainability-related topics through daily presentations, collaborative projects, mentoring activities, site visits, and networking opportunities with leading research institutions and companies in the digital technology and energy sectors. The issues presented will be of interest to scientists, economists, political scientists, urban planners, engineers, architects, and entrepreneurs. Graduates leave as thoughtful and informed global citizens with a firm foundation and expanded network for careers in sustainability, energy, and smart technology and infrastructure.

    2016 Theme: Nexus

    Water and energy have long been thought of--and addressed as--two separate issues. With the advent of systems thinking, life cycle assessment, and similar strategies for interdisciplinary analysis, the connection between water and energy has only recently been fully acknowledged. This nexus will be challenged in the coming decades as a result of 1) a growing world population, 2) the need to cultivate more food, 3) a dwindling supply of available water resources, and 4) unforeseen disasters as result of climate change. It is important for energy and sustainability-minded professionals, and all future decision makers, to become fluent in the issues surrounding the nexus, and to work together to implement innovative solutions in the decades to come.SISE will 1) explore the relationship between energy and water with an eye towards environmental and agricultural impacts; 2) explore the the use of water, especially in energy extraction (fracking) and generation; and 3) highlight the role of the grid in energy issues, emphasizing three specific areas: smart grid, storage for the grid, and the distribution of energy. Participants will consider where the United States is to date, potential solutions, and obstacles and opportunities for each path moving forward.

    Now Accepting Applications

    Admission into the program is highly competitive, drawing from a national pool of applicants. Participants can expect lodging for the duration of the 2-week program. Many participants will receive partial support for travel costs.Senior-level undergraduates (as of the fall of 2016), graduate students, and professionals working in the fields of sustainability and energy who are living, working, or studying in the United States are eligible to apply. An online application, a resume, and two letters of reference are required. Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2016. More information is provided on the SISE website. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Thomas Aláan (uic.sise.admissions@gmail.com), SISE Program Coordinator. 

    Website: http://sise.uic.edu

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uic.sise

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/UIC_SISE

    Flicker: https://www.flickr.com/photos/130233814@N05/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uicsise/

  • OSSP: Fulbright Week!

    Apr 13, 2016 5:45 pm574 views

    Fulbright Week!

    Join the Office of Special Scholarship Programs for a week of informative Fulbright sessions. Fulbright offers students the opportunity to study/research or teach English abroad. Students at all levels can attend any session.

    Fulbright Student Award Information Session
    Monday, April 11th, 12pm-1 in UH 850

    Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships Information Session
    Tuesday, April 12th, 12pm-1, in UH 850

    Panel of Past Fulbright Winners, Q & A session
    Wednesday, April 13th, 12pm-1 in UH 2550 (UPDATE)

    Thursday, April 14th, 4pm-5 in BH 114
    Fulbright Student Award Graduate College

    Can't make it to any of the sessions? No Worries! Just contact ssp@uic.edu for help with your Fulbright application!

  • FREE SUMMER SESSION PICNIC!

    Apr 13, 2016 9:15 am48 views

    When: Sat., April 16 from 12:30 - 2:00 pm

    Where: UIC's Curtis Granderson Stadium 

    The UIC Summer Session Office is hosting a free campus picnic for students and advisors on Saturday, April 16,2016 from 12:30 – 2:00 pm. Enjoy free beef/veggie burgers, BBQ chicken, and beverages while cheering on the Flames at the women’s softball and men’s baseball games that day. If you are volunteering for UIC’s Day of Service, stop by and have lunch on us.

    Students will need a ticket for admission, which they can only get from their degree-granting college academic advisor.  (Please note that Honors Advisors do not have tickets; you should see your degree-granting college advisor!) There will also be free prizes for students attending the picnic, including a drawing for one Dell tablet! 

    We hope to see you there!

    If you have any questions, feel free to contact Natalie Kokorudz (nkokor1@uic.edu or 312-413-9075). 

  • Spring into a Healthier You! hosted by American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists

    Apr 11, 2016 3:15 pm52 views

    Take charge of your health! Students from the College of Pharmacy and the UIC Wellness Center are hosting a spring health fair for all students. Learn about a variety of health topics including e-cigarettes, alcohol awareness, medication safety, and STDs. Blood pressure screenings and other health assessments will also be offered.

    Date & time: Thursday, April 14th 11am - 1pm Location: Student Center East Rm 603

    We will also have lots of giveaways and raffle prizes. Hope to see you there! See attached flyer for more information. For questions, please contact Katrina Capapas (kcapap2@uic.edu).

    Flyer: https://illinois.edu/fb/fileAuth/2016/04/05/120200.pdf

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Game Night, 4/13

    Apr 11, 2016 8:45 am26 views

    This Wednesday, April 13th is Game Night at the Honors College! Take a break from your studying to hang out in the Honors College Lounge for 'Game' Night. From 5pm to 7pm, meet other Honors students or bring your friends for fun games including Heads Up!, Taboo, Jenga, and many more! Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Attend the UIC Student Research Forum, Tues. 4/12

    Apr 11, 2016 5:00 am343 views

    Are you interested in seeing undergraduate research?  Unsure what to do for your Capstone project and want to see examples from other students?  Stop by the Student Research Forum next week!

     

    Tuesday, April 12, 2016
    1:00pm - 3:30pm 
    UIC Forum 
    725 West Roosevelt Road

    The Student Research Forum represents one of the finest student-run activities at UIC. It is one of the few student activities that is academic in nature and includes the entire student body; undergraduate, graduate and professional. The Forum provides a venue for students at UIC to present their scholarly efforts and is an event in which the campus celebrates the wealth of research across all disciplines carried out by the dedicated students of this campus.

    Students from all disciplines (Arts, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, among others) are invited to present their work one-on-one to Forum attendees and judges during a high-energy 3-hour session, followed by an awards ceremony. Monetary awards will be given in various categories. Research presentations are accompanied by a poster or other visual display that captures the spirit of the research work and/or highlights key features of the project.

    If you have a disability and need an accommodation in order to participate in this event, please call (312) 413-0075 at least one week prior to the event.

    For more information, visit: http://research.uic.edu/srf  

  • IGNITE Mentors Needed! Apply by 5/20

    Apr 8, 2016 8:30 am155 views

    IGNITE Mentors Needed!

    Want to develop your leadership skills?

    Want to work with first- and second-year UIC students?

    Want to have an awesome experience to put on your applications for jobs and grad school?

    Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services is looking for mentors to join for the 2016 Fall Semester IGNITE Leadership Experience. As engaged leaders, IGNITE mentors will help guide the leadership explorations of first- and second-year UIC students. The ideal mentor will have some leadership experience and, most importantly, be committed to engaging with leadership on a personal, academic, and professional level. IGNITE mentors will gain confidence in their interpersonal, facilitative, and advising skills—all critical areas of need for graduate school and the workforce!

    Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and preference will be given to students who submit by May 20, 2016 at this link: go.uic.edu/ignitementor.

    If you have any questions, please contact Spencer Long at, longsa@uic.edu.

  • UIC InTouch Crisis Hotline

    Apr 6, 2016 8:30 am58 views

    With the stress of everyday life and finals on the way, we just wanted to take the time to inform you about the UIC InTouch Crisis Hotline. Whether it's regarding anxiety, homework overload, or just personal problems, the Hotline is a FREE service for anyone that feels like they want to be heard. This upcoming school year their goal is to reach out to more UIC students. The number for the hotline is 312-996-5535. They are open Sunday through Friday from 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Moreover, this coming Friday (April 8, 2016) they are conducting a lock-in, which means we will be open from 6:00 pm-6:00 am. For more information please visit:http://counseling.uic.edu/hotline.shtml 

  • Choosing a Major event hosted by LAS Advising and Career Services on April 4 and April 7

    Apr 4, 2016 9:15 am24 views

    CHOOSING A MAJOR

    April 4, 2016
    1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
    1-470 Daley Library (LIB)

    Facilitated jointly by LAS Advising & Career Services, this interactive 1.5-hour session supports undecided or exploring students by discussing important questions and offering valuable resources to aid in career decision-making.

    By participating, student will answer these questions:

    "I?m interested in a lot?how do I pick a major and decide?"

    "What majors match my interests, abilities and values?I have a major, but is it a good fit?"

    "What can I do with a major in ___?"

    Student RSVP: go.uic.edu/choosingamajor

    To accommodate various schedules, this session will be REPEATED on April 7th, 3-4:30pm, in Daley Library 1-470.

    Student who are unable to attend either session may make a one-on-one appointment with a Career Advisor at 312.996.2300.

  • Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) Program Information Sessions

    Apr 4, 2016 8:45 am88 views

    The Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) program is a leadership development program designed to expose historically underrepresented minority undergraduate students at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to key public policy issues. The program provides Fellows with weekly seminars offering a solid introduction to theory and practice in the areas of public policymaking, advocacy, community development, and service provision and also a valuable internship experience. 

    Students from all academic areas are eligible, including those with an interest in fields such as education, urban planning, political science, sociology, urban health, communication, and law. Upperclassman standing (minimum 45 hours) is necessary to participate in this non-degree, non-credit program. 

    For more information regarding the UPPF program or application process, please contact Catalina Nava at (312) 355-0154 or via email: cnava2@uic.edu. 

    Information Sessions: 

    March 8th – 2:00 pm, African American Academic Network, SSB

    March 10th – 1:00 pm, Latin American Recruitment & Educational Services, SSB

    April 11th - 12:00 pm,  Latin American Recruitment & Educational Services, SSB

    April 14th - 2:00 pm, African American Academic Network, SSB