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• First-Year Pre-Health Information Session, 12/1

  Dec 1, 2016 8:00 am76 views

  First-Year Pre-Health Information Session

  General pre-health topics geared towards students just beginning their undergraduate experience at UIC. Graduate level health professions programs will be addressed. For students who are certain about a health professions career, come learn about what steps to take now to be successful. For students who are uncertain, come learn about various health professions options. All students will learn about required course work and pre-health advising.

  Thursday, December 1 at 11am in 850 University Hall

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

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  Crafting Perfect Personal Statements Workshop, Wed. 11/30

  Nov 28, 2016 2:15 pm138 views

  Crafting Perfect Personal Statements
  Cindy Graham, Assistant Director, Office of Career Services

  Wednesday, November 30
  4:00-5:00
  121 Burnham Hall

  Cindy will provide some of the basics of a compelling personal statement plus helpful tips and reminders to help you write your personal statements!  Handouts will include the UIC Career Services Planning Guide for 2016-2017 plus The “Graduate Guide” (A Guide to Doctoral, Master’s & Professional Degree Programs).

  RSVP by noon on November 30 at http://go.uic.edu/PersonalStatements.

  Contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu with questions.

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series.  View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

• Flashpoint Leadership Experience, Applications Due 1/20

  Nov 16, 2016 5:30 pm34 views

  Already involved but looking to take it to the next level? Want to build your leadership skills? 

  Join FlashPoint, SLDVS's new leadership program for the spring. We're looking for UIC students in at least their second year who want to kick their leadership skills into high gear. 

  FlashPoint will meet on Tuesdays at 4-6pm from January 24 through March 14. Applications will close on January 20, 2017 at NOON and acceptances to the program will be issued on a rolling basis. For any questions, please email us at sldvs@uic.edu or Amee Patel at apate356@uic.edu.  

  Learn more and apply at https://orgsync.com/92551/forms/226696. 

• Government Job Fair, Fri. 11/18

  Nov 16, 2016 3:45 pm48 views

  Government Career Fair

  Fri., November 181:00 - pm - 4:00 pmIllinois Room, SCE

  Begin your career search in the field of Public Service. Come speak with representatives from Customs and Border Protection, Social Security, Police Departments, Department of Energy, Drug Enforcement Agency, Central Intelligence Agency, and more.

  Dress professionally and bring resumes! 

  Free concurrent workshops on offer:

  Finding and Applying for Jobs in the Federal Government30 Tips to Make a Good Impression in 30 secondsHow to Stand Out from the CrowdCareers in Law Enforcement

  Learn more at: http://illinois.edu/calendar/detail/3702?eventId=33229119&calMin=201610&cal=20161028&skinId=5314

  Questions? Contact jaimev@uic.edu. 

• Understanding the Earth to Save the Earth: Environmental Career Paths, Tues. 11/15

  Nov 14, 2016 11:15 am57 views

  Understanding the Earth to Save the Earth: Environmental Career Paths

  Professor Roy Plotnick, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

  Tuesday, November 15
  4:00-5:00 pm
  121 Burnham Hall

  Our environment – the Earth system we live in and depend on – is increasingly being altered by human activity, bringing a new and urgent dimension to the study of Earth and environmental sciences. Our understanding of Earth processes provides essential information on critical natural resources like water, air, and soil; the materials needed for innovative construction, manufacturing, and technology; and the framework for exploring other planets, moons, and beyond.  Careers  using a major in Earth and environmental science are many, including basic science, law, public health and policy, medicine, and engineering. Current projections are for strong growth in employment with jobs paying well above average.

  RSVP by Tuesday, November 15 at noon at http://go.uic.edu/Environment

  Questions? Contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

• USAID Payne Fellowship Application Announcement: Oct. 1, 2016- Jan. 20, 2017

  Nov 14, 2016 9:15 am16 views

  The Payne Fellowship is now open!!!

  The application can be found at www.paynefellows.org and will remain open until January 20, 2017.

  The Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship seeks to prepare young people for careers in international development as Foreign Service Officers in USAID.  USAID has expanded the program, which selected three fellows in 2013, and will offer up to ten fellowships in 2017.  We would like to ask for your support in our outreach and recruiting for the upcoming cohort of Payne Fellows.  Attached is a program flyer, annual newsletter, and document with tips to help them prepare a competitive application for you to share with any interested candidates.  If you would like hard copies of these material, please do not hesitate to email our office and we will gladly send physical copies of this promotional material.  The best way for potential applicants to learn more about the programs is through our website at www.paynefellows.org.  They can also feel free to contact us directly by e-mail (paynefellows.org) or phone (202-806-5952).  We are pleased to answer any questions. 

  The Payne Fellowship Program provides benefits of up to $94,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships in Washington D.C. and at USAID missions overseas, and provides professional development and support activities leading to employment in USAID.  Fellows may use the fellowship to attend a two-year master's program in a U.S. institution to study an area of relevance to the USAID Foreign Service, including international relations, public policy, agriculture, environmental sciences, health, business administration, economics, or urban planning at a graduate or professional school approved by the Payne Program.  At the end of the two-year fellowship, Fellows enter the USAID Foreign Service.  The Payne Fellowship encourages the application of members of minority groups who have historically been underrepresented in international development careers and those with financial need.  Applicants must be college seniors or graduates looking to start graduate school in the fall of the year they apply, have GPAs of at least 3.2 and be U.S. citizens. The program welcomes applications from those with any undergraduate major. 

• Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows Program

  Nov 14, 2016 8:30 am49 views

  The Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows Program is a highly selective six week summer institute for rising college juniors offering unparalleled learning and networking opportunities at the home of America’s first president just outside our nation’s capital.We offer an all-inclusive six week program that provides housing, transportation, meals and a $500 weekly stipend.

  The Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows program offers a dynamic and stimulating leadership curriculum that encourages students to examine their personal strengths, identify areas for growth, and ultimately take action as a leader. In that spirit, these leadership lessons are taught within a framework highlighting the inspirational leadership model of George Washington.

  Each week students will meet with some of the nation’s top leaders, engage with the other Fellows on leadership styles and skills, and collaborate with their assigned mentor on their individual capstone projects.

  A Progam Like No Other

  Develop valuable leadership skills and tools

  Advance an actionable cause with a capstone project

  Build a professional network with assigned mentors and peers from across the nation

  Connect with successful Washington, DC leaders and decision makers

  Explore George Washington’s life story and remarkable leadership

  Live and learn at the celebrated Mount Vernon Estate

  The program will take place from July 4, 2017 - July 14, 2017.

  Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

  Currently enrolled college sophomore in good standing

  Proven leadership ability and involvement

  All majors welcome

  Demonstrated interest in proposed capstone project

  Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher

  Current U.S. Citizen

  Application requirements:

  Resume

  Three (3) essays

  Two (2) letters of recommendation

  Current college transcript (applicants may use an unofficial transcript)

   

  Applications will be available November 2016. Deadline for applicants is January 11, 2017.

  Please visit http://www.mountvernon.org/site/leadershipfellows/ for more information and to apply.

   

• UIC Pre-Health Student Panel 11/14/2016

  Nov 9, 2016 10:15 am41 views

  Are you interested in pursuing a healthcare career? Do you have questions about pursuing that career? Come hear from current UIC upper class students about their UIC pre-health experience!

  Members of the LAS Pre-Health Student Advisory Board (PHSAB) will be sharing advice with students about how to maintain a strong GPA, get involved, and build connections with faculty. This is a great opportunity for you to connect with other UIC students!

  Consider attending one of the sessions below:

  Monday, Nov. 14th at 4:00pm in LCA7

  Monday, Nov. 14th at 6:00pm in BSB Room 369

  Thursday, Nov. 17th in BSB Room 369

  Questions? Contact LAS Pre-Health Advisor April Long at longaa@uic.edu. 

• Apply for MSI Graduate Student Weekend at the University of Pennsylvania!

  Nov 9, 2016 9:45 am10 views

  MSI Graduate Student Weekend is a yearly event hosted by the Penn Center for Minority Serving Institutions (CMSI) and Penn Graduate School of Education (Penn GSE). This weekend is all-expenses paid and provides undergraduate students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) with an opportunity to get more information on pursuing graduate and professional degrees in education. During this time, students participate in professional development and educational sessions all meant to inspire, inform, and prepare students for the graduate school process. For more information about the weekend, read the brochure!The next MSI Graduate Student Weekend is April 7–9, 2017. If you are a Junior or Senior at an eligible Minority Serving Institution (see list here) and you're interested in pursuing a graduate degree in education, we welcome you to submit an application to attend this weekend. Otherwise, if you know of a student that qualifies for this opportunity, please share this information widely. Again, CMSI/Penn GSE pays for all travel, lodging, and food.All application materials are due no later than December 7, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. EST and require the following:

  Completed online applicationPersonal Statement of 800 words or lessOne Letter of Recommendation (must be emailed to cmsigse@gmail.com by application due date)

   

  Click Here to Apply for MSI Graduate Student Weekend

• LSAC Invitation: Chicago Law School Forum

  Nov 9, 2016 8:30 am26 views

  LSAC Chicago Law School Forum on Tuesday, November 15

  The LSAC Law School Forum is an excellent opportunity for prospective law students to talk face-to-face with admission representatives from more than 180 LSAC-member law schools; obtain admission materials and financial aid information; and attend admission workshops to help them navigate the law school application process. The forum is also an opportunity for you to connect and network with law school colleagues. Admission is free.

  Chicago Law School Forum

  Tuesday, November 15

  Admission Workshops: NOON – 7:00 PM

  Meet with Law Schools: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  Palmer House Hilton

  17 East Monroe Street

  Chicago, IL 60603

  Video: What is an LSAC Law School Forum?

  Several panel presentations and LSAC-exclusive admission workshops will be offered, including a session designed to help attendees make the most of their time at the forum; a discussion of issues of particular relevance to diverse applicants; and workshops on the application process, the legal profession, preparing for the LSAT, and financing a legal education. You can find the workshop schedule online; a list of participating law schools will be available soon.

  If you have questions, please contact Vivian Bowden at vbowden@LSAC.org or 215.968.1297. 

• Internship Opportunities at the National Cancer Institute, Due 11/16

  Nov 4, 2016 1:15 pm152 views

  The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is pleased to announce the 2017 Introduction to Cancer Research Careers (ICRC) Program.  ICRC encourages individuals from populations underrepresented in science or financially disadvantaged backgrounds to seek internship opportunities at the NCI.  Successful ICRC applicants will take part in a 2-day sponsored campus visit to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, where they will have the opportunity to learn about the various scientist-in-training programs, participate in laboratory tours, and interview for either a summer or post-baccalaureate (1-year) internship.  Participants selected for internships will receive a monthly stipend, round-trip travel, and a summer housing subsidy.  Housing for the interns is not included, however, a list of housing resources will be provided.

  Our goal is to encourage a diverse group of talented students to explore careers in biomedical research.  You can help us meet this goal by sharing this information with students and faculty contacts you feel would benefit from this opportunity.  Please refer to the attached brochure and the ICRC website for additional information, http://icrc.nci.nih.gov.

  Applications are due Wednesday, November 16th.  Reference letters are due Monday, November 21st.  If you have additional questions please reply to this e-mail.

• GLAS Internship Fair, Thurs. 11/10

  Nov 4, 2016 10:15 am27 views

  Global Asian Studies will be highlighting on and off-campus internship opportunities and courses. Learn about these Asian American and Pacific Islander internship experiences and how to get involved yourself! Interested students (of all races and majors!) may take the GLAS 105 or 250 courses offered in the Spring to prepare for an internship for credit. Food and refreshments will be provided!

  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Karen Su, Principal Investigator, at karensu@uic.edu.

  Thursday, November 10th, 2016
  3PM - 5PM
  Student Center East Room 603

  The UIC AANAPISI Initiative is fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education. UIC is federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) through its status as a funded Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution.

• SFP Lecture with Dr. Saul Weiner - Contextualizing Care: Applying Scientific Knowledge to the Care of Individual Patients

  Nov 4, 2016 10:15 am24 views

  The Society of Physicians is honored to host a lecture with Dr.Saul! Dr. Saul is an esteemed doctor and professor at UIC. Not only is he a practicing pediatrician, he has also served as the curricular director of the College of Medicine, and is currently the vice provost for planning and programs for UIC! Future med students, this is one lecture you cannot miss! He will be discussing his research, but pay close attention to hear his advice on other areas as well! He has a primary research interest in exploring and identifying ways to improve how physicians individualize treatment decisions. He has developed the concept of "contextual errors" to describe medical errors that result from failures to identify or take into account factors in patients' lives and circumstances that are relevant to their care. He works with actors who present in physician practices as incognito standardized patients to collect comparative data on physician decision making under various conditions. He is developing and evaluating educational interventions to train health care providers to integrate patient context with research evidence when planning patient care.

  Wed. 11/9, 5pm, 320 Stevenson Hall

  This lecture is open to ALL honors college students, rsvp at: https://goo.gl/forms/T3Q6e4tfyrfUXqIy1 Contact Atif Siddiqui at asiddi46@uic.edu with any questions or concerns! We look forward to your attendance!

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  Tasty Talks with Career Services

  Nov 3, 2016 1:45 pm20 views

  Join us on November 9th from 12 PM -1 PM in Burnham Hall 121 for a Tasty Talk with Career Services! From planning to networking, discovering to connecting, ideas and resources you can use to get inspired and take action! You bring the questions, we'll bring the refreshments. 

• UIC Health Professions Career Fair 11/5

  Nov 2, 2016 9:45 am30 views

  UIC will be holding a Health Professions Career Fair Saturday November 5th from 10:00 am - 1: 00 pm

  Date: Saturday, November 5th, 2016

  Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

  Location: Student Center West (SCW), Thompson Rooms

  Open to UIC Students and UIC  Alumni only

   

  Confirmed employers include:

  Advocate Healthcare

  Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital

  Athletico

  Aunt Martha’s Youth Service Center & Health Center

  Cook County Health & Hospitals System

  Illinois Bone & Joint

  Ingalls Memorial Hospital

  Lake County Health Department and CHC

  Life Time Fitness

  Memorial Health System

  Midwest College of Oriental MedicineRehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC)

  U.S. Army Healthcare

  Vista Health Systems

   

  For additional information:

  http://illinois.edu/calendar/detail/3702?eventId=33236115&calMin=201610&cal=20161028&skinId=5314

   

  Questions?  Contact:

  Cindy Graham, Assistant Director, UIC Career Services

   

  312-996-2300 (main line)

  cgraham1@uic.edu

   

• The Horizons Fellowship- Technology/Software Program

  Oct 28, 2016 8:30 am73 views

  The Horizons Fellowship supports 10 outstanding university students in their pursuit to become leaders in technology. The program provides immersive software engineering and web/mobile development courses geared towards high-achieving college students. No computer science background needed and we invite business and liberal arts students to apply! Our curriculum, developed by ex-Salesforce, Optimizely, and D.E. Shaw engineers, is designed to teach students how to build web, mobile (iOS and Android) and desktop applications. We have a 4-month spring program and a 3-month summer program in San Francisco, Boston, and Philadelphia.

  The Horizons Mentor Network includes current/past employees of firms such as Google, Facebook, Uber, Airbnb, Snapchat, and more. As a Horizons student/graduate, you will have permanent access to this exceptional group of mentors to help with career choices, general mentorship, and more.

  Two graduates of our latest summer cohort have been placed at NASA and Thrive Capital within 2 weeks of the program. Others are currently interviewing for engineering roles at Lyft, Airbnb, Andreessen Horowitz, Asana, Heap, Slack and more.

  Past Horizonites have come from a variety of schools and backgrounds. Students have hailed from Harvard, Princeton, UPenn/Wharton, Columbia, Northwestern, Brown, Michigan and more. We've welcomed National Math Olympiad winners, USA Computing Olympiad participants, renowned college entrepreneurs, students with perfect SAT/ACT scores, talented designers, photographers, and more as part of our previous cohort. Our program requires no formal computer science background.

  Application Process/Criteria

  Currently enrolled in an undergrad or graduate university program

  Submission of resume and standardized test scores on horizonsbootcamp.com.

  Series of fit and logic interviews

   

  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

• MAP Advocacy Student Leader Summit, 10/29/16

  Oct 26, 2016 9:15 am29 views

  Currently, over 8,000 UIC students – roughly 45% of all undergraduates – have received a Monetary Award Program, or MAP, Grant. In fall 2016, UIC disbursed over $16 million in MAP funding. Please join members of Illinois’ higher education community at Loyola University’s Water Tower Campus on Saturday, October 29th to learn best practices for MAP advocacy and make your voice(s) heard regarding student financial aid.

  WHO

  Student leaders from Illinois public, private, and community colleges and universities, as well as government relations, media relations, and financial aid staff members are invited to attend a summit on MAP advocacy efforts.

  WHAT

  This summit will give student leaders an opportunity to join a statewide coalition of grassroots advocacy on behalf of students who receive MAP grants.

  Participants will:

  Learn valuable advocacy tools for engaging legislators

  Be able to coordinate their institution’s efforts with others

  Have the opportunity to network with fellow student leaders

  Play an instrumental role in saving MAP grants

  Sessions will include:

  “How to tell your story” using video and in-person contacts Panel of elected officials offering tips for effective advocacy Joint MAP advocacy initiatives planned for November, December, and January

  BREAKFAST AND LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.

  WHEN

  Saturday, October 29th

  9 a.m.  Check-In and registration

  10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Summit

  WHERE

  Loyola's Water Tower Campus

  Corboy Law Center, Kasbeer Hall (15th Floor)

  25 East Pearson Avenue

  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT

  To help us gauge interest, kindly take a moment to notify Mick Crumbock (crumbock@uic.edu) of your attendance after you have registered via the hyperlink above.

• Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship, Apply by 11/1

  Oct 24, 2016 2:30 pm65 views

  The Public Policy & International Affairs Program (PPIA) is now accepting applications for the 2017 PPIA Fellowship!

  About the Fellowship

  The PPIA program prepares undergraduates to be competitive  candidates for top degree programs in the fields of public policy, public administration or international affairs through participation in a Junior Summer Institute (JSI). JSI is an intensive, 7-week, academic program during the summer at one of these host campuses:

  The Ford School - University of MichiganThe Goldman School - UC BerkeleyHeinz College - Carnegie Mellon UniversityHumphrey School of Public Affairs - University of MinnesotaWoodrow Wilson School - Princeton University

  Eligible candidates are current undergrads who will be completing their B.A. between December 2017 and August 2018. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2016. Apply Today >>

  Benefits of Participation

  Full tuition at a PPIA Junior Summer Institute.Eligibility to receive assistance with travel expenses.A stipend of up to $1,500 (funding determined by each JSI).University housing with a meal plan.Books and related course materials at your JSI.Each JSI may offer additional benefits, such as GRE preparation, at their discretion. Please check with each JSI about any additional benefits.Minimum of a one-time $5,000 scholarship at a PPIA graduate school if admitted for a Master's degree or select PhD programs. PPIA Fellows often receive financial offers above and beyond this minimum from their graduate program.

  Fee waiver when applying to programs that are members of the PPIA Graduate School Consortium.

  THE OFFICE OF SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS CAN HELP UIC STUDENTS WITH APPLYING FOR PPIA. REACH OUT TO SSP@UIC.EDU FOR ASSISTANCE.

• Clinical Skills Workshop, November 9th

  Oct 24, 2016 1:45 pm178 views

  The UIC Colleges of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Public Health are so excited to welcome you to our first-ever Clinical Skills Workshop! Join us on Wednesday, November 9th at the College of Pharmacy to have the chance to learn clinical skills from current professional students. You and your friends will be broken up into small groups and will rotate from one set of professional students to the next in order to learn a new clinical skill every twenty minutes. We promise that you will walk away feeling like you learned a lot about patient care in a very short amount of time. 

  ***Registration Required for Participation: THIS FORM will be available for you to fill out starting on Monday, October 24th at 12:30 PM. 

  We will be able to accommodate those who are first to register.We are really looking forward to meeting you! Have any questions? Check out our Facebook Page, or email Katherine Katsivalis at kkatsi4@uic.edu.

  Breakdown of the Evening:

  4:30-5:00: Check-In

  5-5:30: Pizza!

  5:30-5:50: Room 1 (Example: Dentistry)

  5:50-6:10: Room 2 (Medicine)

  6:10-6:30: Room 3 (Physical/Occupational Therapy)

  6:30-6:50: Room 4 (Pharmacy)

  6:50-7:10: Room 5 (Nursing)

  7:10-7:30: Room 6 (Public Health/Nutrition)

  7:30-8:00: Walk around to any room and ask the professional students your questions 

• Global Student Entrepreneur Awards Apply by Nov. 3rd

  Oct 19, 2016 12:15 pm14 views

  Calling All Student Entrepreneurs

  Entrepreneurs’ Organization Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) celebrates the accomplishments of full-time undergraduate students who own and run revenue-generating businesses. This prestigious program provides once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students to showcase their business, while connecting with likeminded peers and networking with the CEOs of the world’s fastest-growing businesses. 

  Competition is Held: November 17, 1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

  Application Deadline: November 3

  Learn more at http://gsea.org/. Fill out the online application at www.GSEA.org/apply

  Eligibility:

  Full-Time Undergraduate Student.
  Student is the owner, founder or controlling shareholder of the company
  The company has income of $500 in the past six months

  Selected students will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to present their business and entrepreneurial journey in front of a panel of entrepreneur judges. 

  We encourange EO Chicago members to bring their children and showcase what entrepreneurship looks like. Accelerators, EO Members and the entire entrepreneural community are welcome to attend and join us for the competition, cocktails and appitizers. 

  Student Benefits:

  6 sessions of mentorship
  $1,000 Cash Prize
  Invitations to EO Chicago’s exclusive learning events
  Sent to compete at the US Finals in Kansas City, March 7–9, 2017

  Winners at the USA Finals in 2017 will attend the GSEA Finals in Germany to compete with the world’s top student entrepreneurs and have a chance to win over $400,000 USD in cash and donated business services. 

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  MEntrepreneurship: Practical Thoughts on Entrepreneurship -- with Cats!

  Oct 17, 2016 8:30 am63 views

  MEntrepreneurship: Practical Thoughts on Entrepreneurship – With Cats!

  Tuesday, October 18, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
  Thomas Alaan UIC Department of Physics, Music Instructor, and Entrepreneur
  121 Burnham Hall

  Are you an artist or scientist? An undergraduate or professor? A dog or cat lover? No matter how you identify, you can--and should!--consider yourself to be an entrepreneur. Being an entrepreneur is a lifestyle choice that you can make today. Let's explore what it means to be an entrepreneur, identify some strategies for those just starting out, and get you thinking outside the box... and let's do all of this with the help of cats!

  RSVP at http://go.uic.edu/MEntrepreneurship by Tuesday, October 18 at noon.

  Questions? Contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

• Chicago-Kent Getting Into Law School Seminar

  Oct 7, 2016 9:15 am16 views

  Getting Into Law School Seminar

  Saturday, October 15, 2016

  9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  The law school application process can be both exciting and overwhelming. What do you need to do to apply? What should you write in your personal statement? How do you choose a law school? During the Getting Into Law School Seminar, you'll receive expert advice from Assistant Dean for Admissions Nicole Vilches about preparing for the LSAT, completing applications, writing personal statements, and obtaining strong letters of recommendation. Current law students will provide an insider's perspective on the law school experience during lunchtime breakout sessions.

  Register to attend Chicago-Kent's Open House on Saturday, October 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

  Visit our website for a detailed open house agenda.

  Questions?Contact the Office of Admissions at 312.906.5020 or admissions@kentlaw.iit.edu

• UIC Chicago Graduate and Professional School Fair - Thursday, October 6, 2016

  Oct 5, 2016 12:30 pm42 views

  UIC Career Services is pleased to host the 12th annual UIC CHICAGO GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR, featuring over 150 programs.

  Thursday, October 6, 2016

  3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

  UIC Forum

  725 South Roosevelt Road

  Chicago, Illinois 60608

  No advance registration is required. However, to help us better serve you, please RSVP at http://2016uicgradfair.eventbrite.com.  UIC students, UIC employees, and the general community are all welcome!! The event is FREE!!!

  Find contacts from across the country and the world ready to speak with you at the UIC Chicago Graduate and Professional School Fair. Even in our connected world, there is no substitute for face-to-face interaction to get your questions answered, and it's FREE.

  Representatives from more than 150 graduate and professional programs will be available to answer questions and offer information about their specific programs.

  To learn more about the event and view the list of participating schools, visit go.uic.edu/gradfair.

  UIC Students, please bring your iCard for quicker entrance.

  If you require any accommodations to participate in the event, please contact Rosa Parker at 312-996-2300 or at rosap@uic.edu.

• Truman, Pickering, McKelvie and other public service scholarships Info Session, Fri. 10/7

  Oct 5, 2016 8:30 am83 views

  If you are interested in a career in public service, the Truman, Pickering, McKelvie, and other public service scholarships offer opportunities for professional and personal growth and financial support.  Attend the upcoming information session to learn more!

  Truman and Public Service Scholarships session Friday, October 7 in 2550 UH at 12pm

  You will learn about the Truman, Pickering, McKelvie and other public service scholarships and more about how the Office of Special Scholarship Programs can help you apply.

  If you have questions or cannot attend the session, please reach out to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu.

• 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. 

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  Applying to Graduate Schools in the Humanities with Dean Keen, Tues. 10/4

  Oct 3, 2016 5:45 pm49 views

  Applying to Graduate Schools in the Humanities
  Dean Ralph Keen, Professor of History and Dean of the Honors College

  Tuesday, October 4
  3:30 - 4:30 pm
  121 Burnham Hall

  What does a strong application to graduate school look like?  Professor Ralph Keen, Dean of the Honors College and Professor of History, has evaluated many graduate admissions applications over the years and thus has excellent advise to share.  He will provide insight and answer your questions about the best ways to begin searching and applying to graduate programs in humanities subjects.  Join us to hear the inside scoop about graduate school admissions directly from an expert who has seen it all -- on both sides of the admissions process.

  RSVP by Tuesday, October 4 at http://go.uic.edu/Humanities.

  Questions? Contact Stephanie O'Leary at soleary@uic.edu

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

• 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. 

• 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.

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  Open Mic Reading Event, Thurs 9/29

  Sep 28, 2016 2:00 pm3 views

  You are warmly invited to attend

  The UIC Program for Undergraduate Writers

  Fall 16 Open Mic Reading Event

  Sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Studies in English

  Where: The Humanities Institute (Lower level of Stevenson Hall)

  When: Thursday, September 29, 2016 from 4 pm to 6pm

  Why: Here’s an opportunity to hear creative work by UIC undergraduates & learn more about studying English, including professional writing!

  All are welcome to attend! Pizza and soft drinks will be served!

  (Those interested in reading should arrive early to sign up)

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  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 

   

• Leadership and the American Presidency - Spring 2017

  Sep 26, 2016 10:15 am18 views

  Now accepting applications for an immersive leadership program this spring - Leadership and the American Presidency. This program is being sponsored in partnership with the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. Leadership simulations from the American Presidency will be a key focus for students. As part of this exciting program, undergraduate students can:

  Spend the spring semester in Washington, DC

  Intern in an engaging setting aligned with their career and academic interests

  Participate in academic courses with up to 12 credits provided through George Mason University

  The spring semester early deadline is coming up on October 5, 2016 so please visit www.DCinternships.org/LTAPSpring to learn more about the program and begin an online application.

  Questions may be directed to Dana Faught at 202-986-0384 or LTAP@tfas.org.

   

• 2016 Careers in Science and Medicine: Workshops and Mentoring Session

  Sep 26, 2016 8:30 am103 views

  2016 Careers in Science and Medicine: Workshops and Mentoring Sessions

  Saturday, October 1, 2016

  Loews Chicago O'Hare

  Rosemont, Illinois

  1:30 pm – 5:00 pm

  Who should attend?

  Anyone considering careers in biomedical research (PhD and MD-PhD) and medicine (MD):

  - College and high school students

  - Post-bacs and lab techs

  Also invited:

  - Parents

  - Pre-health advisors

  - School and college administrators

  Why attend?

  Learn about MD, PhD, and MD-PhD programs and meet program directors and administrators from across the country Learn about AAMC Services (MCAT/AMCAS/AspiringDocs and SMDEP, etc.) Learn about summer research programs and post-baccalaureate research programs Hear about the life of PhD and MD-PhD students Participate in mentoring session with PhD and MD-PhD program leaders and trainees, and AAMC services staff

  Event Timeline

  12:30 p.m. – 1:30pm High School/College/Parents/Advisors Registration

  1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Workshops

  3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mentoring session

  For more information and to register, visit https://students-residents.aamc.org/event/careers-science-and-medicine-workshops-and-mentori/

• "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.

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  Observe a Mock Medical School Interview, Wed. 9/21

  Sep 19, 2016 1:00 pm198 views

  Observe a Mock Medical School Interview
  Professor Timothy Murphy
  UIC College of Medicine

  Wednesday, September 21, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
  121 Burnham Hall 

  Professor Timothy Murphy from UIC College of Medicine will conduct a mock medical school admissions interview in front of an audience to show an example of that important milestone in medical school admissions. The first part of the session will include an interview as nearly identical to the actual interview as possible. The second part of the session will be an open forum for questions about admissions interviews and the application process in general. Students who attend will have the opportunity to hear typical interview questions, listen to Professor Murphy’s feedback and appraisal of the mock applicant, and ask questions following the interview.

  RSVP by noon on Sept. 21 at http://go.uic.edu/MedInterview.

  Questions? Contact Stephanie O'Leary at soleary@uic.edu

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

• Graduate School Fair, Thurs. 9/22

  Sep 19, 2016 10:15 am16 views

  Explore what you can do with an International Affairs Degree!

  APSIA schools share the same passions you have for solving global challenges.

  Talk with admissions experts about masters degrees, financial aid, and other questions you may have. Come learn how an APSIA degree can transform your career at our graduate school fair: http://www.apsia.org/ 

  Chicago Cultural Center

  September 22, 2016

   

  Participating Schools include

  George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs

  Georgetown University Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service

  Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government

  Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies

  Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Public and International Affairs

  Texas A&M University Bush School of Government & Public Service

  Tufts University The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy

  University of California, San Diego School of Global Policy & Strategy

  University of Maryland School of Public Policy

  University of Michigan Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy

  University of Minnesota Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs

  University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public And International Affairs

  University of Southern California Master of Public Diplomacy

• 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.

• 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

   

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  Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology Careers Workshop, Wed. 9/7

  Sep 2, 2016 3:45 pm56 views

  Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology Careers

  Professor Brian Kay, Department of Biological Sciences and 2016 Inventor of the Year 

  Biological Sciences Professor Brian Kay will share his knowledge on careers in biotechnology and innovation in the sciences.  Professor Kay was named UIC Inventor of the Year in June 2016 in recognition of his research, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship in biotechnology.  Professor Kay is an Honors College Faculty Fellow and supervises Honors College students in their research as well.  Come hear his perspective on advancing your career in research, science, and technology! 

  Wednesday, September 7
  4:00 - 5:00 pm
  121 Burnham Hall

  RSVP by noon on Sept. 7 at http://go.uic.edu/biotech. Questions? Contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series.  Stay tuned for the full workshop series!

• Are you up to the Blaze Leadership Challenge? Apply by Thurs. 9/1

  Aug 31, 2016 10:00 am32 views

  Are you graduating within the next year?

  Want to learn how to apply your leadership skills after graduation?

  Want to connect with other soon-to-be UIC alumni?

  Want to initiate change in your community beyond UIC?

  Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services (SLDVS) is excited to bring you the Blaze Leadership Experience for the fall semester!

  BLAZE is a capstone leadership experience for students graduating within the next year. During BLAZE, students will participate in the Student Leadership Practices Inventory and receive one-on-one coaching from facilitators as they clarify their mission, vision, and values. BLAZE meets once-a-week for eight weeks. Are you ready to accept the Blaze Leadership Challenge?

  Requirements:

  Must be a UIC student graduating within the next year.Must commit to attend every Blaze session on Monday nights from 4pm-6pm starting September 19 and ending November 7.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.

  Applications due by 11:59 PM on Thursday, September 1, 2016.

  To apply and for more information, visit: http://go.uic.edu/blaze

• This Week’s Jobs and Internships from UICCareers.com for Honors students

  Aug 29, 2016 3:45 pm77 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.

   

  INTERNSHIPS

  Accenture – STEM Intern Analyst (Build a Thon), 74058

  Arcalea – Digital Marketing Internship, 74182

  Brown Udell Pomerantz Delrahim – Student Marketing Intern, 72006

  Cards Against Humanity – Customer Service & Editorial Internship, 74201

  Cards Against Humanity – Cards Against Humanity’s Science Ambassador Scholarship, 74202

  GATX – Research Analyst Intern, 74277

  PEAK6 Investments, LP – PEAK6 Trading Experience, 74154

  Perfect Search Media – Digital Marketing and Data Analysis Internship-Fall, 74021

  Radio Flyer – Industrial Design Internship - Summer 2017, 74240

   

   

  FULL-TIME POSITIONS

  Abbott – Inside Sales Rep - Pediatric Nutrition, 74061

  Cardinal Path – JR. Web Analyst, 74140

  Illinois Office of the Auditor General – Auditor I (Financial and Compliance Audit Operations), 74152

  Illinois Office of the Auditor General – Auditor I (Performance Audit Operations), 74150

  JobGiraffe – Report Writer / Analyst - Entry Level or With Experience (16-1973), 74176

  Plymouth Tube Company – Sales Associate, 73536

   

  Regards,

  UIC Office of Career Services

  312-996-2300

• Schwarzman Scholars Webinars

  Aug 18, 2016 3:30 pm21 views

  Students interested in applying for the Schwarzman Scholarship should contact Beth Powers for more details on the UIC process at bpowers@uic.edu

  Inspired by the Rhodes Scholarship, Schwarzman Scholars is a highly selective international scholarship program designed to prepare future leaders for success in a world where China plays a key global role. The program will give selected scholars the opportunity to develop their leadership skills through a fully-funded one-year Master's Degree in Global Affairs at Tsinghua University – one of China's most prestigious universities. Schwarzman Scholars is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to:

  Access World-Class Curriculum and Faculty

  Learn Beyond the Classroom and Experience the Real China

  Engage in Multi-Dimensional Leadership Training

  Eligible applicants for Schwarzman Scholars must be between 18 and 28 years of age, be proficient in English, and have completed an undergraduate degree at the point of enrollment.Schwarzman Scholars is hosting the following webinars for prospective applicants throughout the summer, which will provide the opportunity to learn more about the fellowship and engage with members of the Schwarzman Scholars admissions team. Details and registration information for the webinars are below.

   

  Thursday August 25th

  4PMEDT

  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6663885263796528132

  September:

  Wednesday September 7th

  5PM EDT

  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1249350148418412548

  If you have any questions about the program or these events, please feel free to contact us at schwarzmanscholars.usacanada@iie.org.

• Upcoming Events and Webinars for Pre-Law Students

  Aug 11, 2016 10:30 am9 views

  The Michigan State University Law Admissions Office will host a variety of on-campus and online programs this fall for undergraduates who are exploring law as a career and those who have decided to apply for admission to law school.  The programs will offer global insights about legal education, legal careers, and the law school admission application process. Some programs will focus on MSU Law specifically.  All events are offered at no charge; however, advance registration is required.

  Webinars

   

  Tues., August 23, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Tips for Assembling a Competitive Law School Admission Application

  Thurs., August 25, 12:00 p.m., EDT:  MSU Law Preview:  Academics, Admissions, and Scholarships

  Tues., Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Insiders' Guide to Gaining Admission and Scholarship Aid at US Law Schools

  Weds., Sept. 21, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Law School 101:  Insights from Current Law Students

  Tues., Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  MSU Law Preview: Academics, Admissions, and Scholarships

  Weds., Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  10 Tips for Success in the Law School Admissions Process

  Weds., October 5, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Marathon Training for Maximizing Your LSAT Score

  Weds., October 12, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Legal Careers Panel Presentation

  Tues., October 18:  12:00 p.m., EDT:  MSU Law Preview:  Academics, Admissions, and Scholarships

  Tues., October 18:  7:30 p.m., EDT: Crafting a Winning Law School Personal Statement

  Weds., October 19: 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Should I Become a Lawyer?   A Roadmap for Those Thinking About Law School

  Weds., October 26, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Recommendations for Assembling Competitive Law School Application

  Weds., November 2, 7:30 p.m., EDT:  Welcome to My World: a Panel Discussion with Law School Admission Deans

  Tues., November 8, 7:30 p.m., EST:  Pathways to Becoming a Professional: a Guide for Pre-Law Students

  Weds., November 16, 7:30 p.m., EST:  Competencies Legal Employers Want & Legal Career Outlook

  Tues., December 13, 7:30 p.m., EST:  Sensible Strategies for Financing Law School

  Campus Programs

  Pipeline to Law Initiative for Native Americans (August 5-6)

  MSU Law Preview Day - October 14, 2016

  Fall Information Reception - November 9, 2016

• US Drug Enforcement Administration Careers for recent grads

  Jul 20, 2016 5:15 pm19 views

  The Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking individuals for Special Agent positions. DEA Special Agents conduct criminal investigations and prepare for the prosecution of major violators of the drug laws of the United States. If you are a recent graduate interested in a career with the DEA, see the attachment for more information.

   

• Community-Engaged Leadership Certificate - Applications due 9/15

  Jul 20, 2016 8:45 am44 views

  The Staley School of Leadership Studies at Kansas State University, in partnership with Points of Light and AT&T are pleased to announce the launch of a new undergraduate certificate program, offered via distance education. The Certificate in Community-Engaged Leadership program will launch in January 2017. Thanks to the generous support of the AT&T Foundation, partial and full scholarships are now available.

  General Program Information

  Kansas State University, in partnership with Points of Light, has developed a certificate program in Community-Engaged Leadership. This program is first of its kind, offering a network of resources, consisting of academic expertise from a top land-grant university, Points of Light’s national network, and local support through community advisors. The certificate program is designed to develop community-engaged leaders, who will work to mobilize community members and local organizations, within their own communities, to make progress on complex challenges. This program was designed intentionally to keep you in the community you care about so as a student you can work to mobilize community members around environmental, social, political, and economic issues in your neighborhood.

  Theme

  The work of the 2017 inaugural cohort will be themed around education's role in strengthening democracy and developing engaged citizens. Although each participant will bring diverse interests and experiences, the theme will provide an opportunity for participants to evaluate, strategize, and make progress within the context of education. By working within this common theme, participants will contribute to the collective learning of the group while pursuing solutions to their unique challenges and focusing on their personal leadership development. For instance, while one participant in the certificate program could be engaged in environmental issues and another in food justice, both will explore and implement innovative ideas within broader theme of education.

  Click on the post for more information.

• IGNITE Mentors Needed!

  Jul 13, 2016 8:45 am64 views

  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? 

  Join the IGNITE Leadership Experience as a mentor!

  Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services and the Center for Student Involvement are looking for mentors to join for the 2016 Fall Semester IGNITE Leadership Experience. IGNITE is a semester-long exploratory leadership program designed to help first- and second-year undergraduate students gain leadership capacities and get involved in UIC.

  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!

   Requirements:

  Must be a UIC junior or senior undergraduate student. Must commit to attend every IGNITE session on Tuesday nights from 3:45-6pm starting September 20 and ending November 15.

  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!

  Mentors must attend Catalyst LeaderShape on Saturday, September 17 from 9am-5pm. We are seeking involved students with a passion for helping other students find their place at UIC.

  To apply visit go.uic.edu/ignitementor

  Applications are due by 11:59 PM on July 17.

  If you have any questions, please email sldvs@uic.edu.

• 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 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.

• Recent Graduate Job Fair, Thurs. 6/2

  Jun 1, 2016 2:45 pm68 views

  RECENT GRAD CAREER FAIR

  Thursday, June 2, 2016

  10:00am-2:00pm

  Student Center East, Illinois Room

  750 S. Halsted, Chicago, IL

  No pre-registration required for job seekers.

  Learn more at http://careerservices.uic.edu/events_career_fairs.shtml.  Contact the Office of Career Services with questions.

   

• Teaching Fellows Program (TA Opportunity)

  May 25, 2016 8:30 am228 views

  The Teaching Fellow program is designed to provide teaching and research experience to “gap year” students who are in between graduating with a B.A. and B.S. and applying for graduate study in psychology. Teaching Fellows are expected serve as teaching assistants at the equivalent of up to a 75% graduate student load, and to work on research under the mentorship of a faculty member and nominator. Given present needs of TAs outside of the department, we estimate we could handle up to 5 Teaching Fellows any given year. The term of employment will be one-year, with the possibility of an extension to two years. 

  This is an open call for nominations of possible Teaching Fellows by June 1. Candidates can be recent UIC graduates, or recent graduates from other universities.

  The nomination should be sent to Linda Skitka at lskitka@uic.edu and should include the following information:

  Three letters of recommendation, one of which may be from the faculty nominateA cover letter from the nominee that includes a statement of qualifications, experience (if any), research interests, long term career plans, and courses that the student feels most prepared to TAA copy of transcripts 

  Final decisions on hiring will be made by a committee appointed by the department head.