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  • Free Kaplan GRE, GMAT, and Pre-Health Events

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

    There is also an upcoming Kaplan Med School Insider online event on the evening of May 2.  It will feature a panel of experts, including prominent med schools' deans of admission, who will explain how different pieces of an application are evaluated to decide who gets accepted and who gets rejected.

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

    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.

  • Overview of Medical School Application with Dean Murphy

    Hoping to Start Medical School in Fall 2017?

    Associate Dean Timothy Murphy will offer an overview of application to medical school, for anyone hoping to start medical school in fall 2017. The discussion will include admissions calendar, letters of recommendation, testing schedules, and strategies for school selection. Dean Murphy has taught at two medical schools and conducted hundreds of medical school admissions interviews. He will share strategies and insights from his experience in helping students match their backgrounds to successful careers in healthcare.

    Monday, April 25, 4 pm.  Room 121 Burnham Hall

    Questions? Contact Dean Murphy at tmurphy@uic.edu

  • OSSP: Fulbright Week!

    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!

  • Intern Wanted for Medical Decision Making (Journal)

    Medical Decision Making, a peer-reviewed journal housed in the UIC Department of Medical Education, is seeking an undergraduate intern to complete administrative tasks, update our author and reviewer accounts, correspond with authors and reviewers, create reports through the ScholarOne manuscript management system, communicate with the Society for Medical Decision Making, and promote the journal through social media.

    Working for the journal is a great opportunity for students to learn about the peer-review process and interact with faculty and scholars in the field of medical decision making.

    We are looking for a student who can work approximately 10 hours per week. The schedule is flexible based on the student's availability.

    An ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, eloquent, responsible, prompt, and knowledgeable about the peer review process. Previous work or research experience is preferred.

    We are looking to interview candidates the week of April 18 and have them start the week of April 25. The student must be available to work May and June. If you are interested in the position, please send a cover letter and resume to mdmintern@gmail.com.

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

    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

  • Lieutenant Governor's Summer Internship Program, Apply by 4/15

    The Office of the Lieutenant Governor is currently seeking to fill a few unpaid and part-time internship positions for Summer 2016.

    These positions will be directed toward students who are interested in obtaining experience in government. Please be advised that the position requires the applicant to qualify for and receive college credit for participation in the in the Internship.The Lieutenant Governor's Internship Program offers the opportunity for junior and senior college students to gain experience in public service. This program is designed to provide hands on experience in the areas of policy, outreach, communications, and operations.

    This internship is a great opportunity to see how state government operates and works. Interns will be exposed to multiple aspects of the office and will be expected to compile and present a portfolio of work completed throughout the internship. Interns will be responsible for drafting documents, contacting constituents, assisting with meetings and briefings, tracking legislation, preparing correspondence, answering phones, and any other office duties that may arise.

    Here is the link to our application: http://www.illinois.gov/ltg/contact/Pages/Intern-Application.aspx

  • Volunteer with Illinois JusticeCorps and/or Visit the Daley Center Courthouse

    Volunteer with the Illinois JusticeCorps and learn about legal documents and how the court system at the Daley Center operates.

    In addition, the Pre-Law Society will be planning a group visit to the Daley Center courthouse to tour the Cook County Resource Center for People Without a Lawyer, where students will learn more about Illinois JusticeCorps and undergraduate volunteer opportunities. We will meet April 15th (a Friday) at 3:00 in the Montgomery Ward Lounge to take the Blue Line together to the courthouse. 

    Students interested in applying may contact Beckee Birger, the JusticeCorps regional supervisor, and send completed applications to her at bbirger@iljusticecorps.org.

     

     

     

  • IALHEA Diversity Dialogue and Research Forum on 4/6 - registration open!

    IALHEA Diversity Dialogue and Research Forum

    Wednesday, April 6, 2016

    Building and Creating Better Communities: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health

    University of Illinois at Chicago

    Student Center East – Illinois Room

    You are cordially invited to the IALHEA Diversity Dialogue and Research Forum. The Illinois Committee on Black Concerns in Higher Education (ICBCHE) and the Illinois Latino Committee onHigher Education (ILACHE) together with campus partners are involved in a collaborative effort to increase the participation of students-of-color on college and university campuses across the state of Illinois. The goals are to increase faculty-student research collaborations; facilitate mentor relationships between faculty, professional staff, and students of color, and increase the persistence of students-of-color in academia and enhance their research skills. The event will showcase the scholarly work of underrepresented students from Illinois.

    Registration: The conference schedule is listed below. You can join us for the Dialogue, Keynote, Networking Lunch, Research Posters/Reception or all of these.http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=7uawahcab&oeidk=a07ec3x916328351cd3

    Tentative Conference Schedule

    10:00 Registration

    11:00 Welcome Diversity

              Dialogue and Panel

    12:30 Networking Lunch

    1:30 Research Plenary

    2:30 Research Posters Session

    4:00 Reception

  • Free Kaplan Events in April

    Kaplan Test Prep will be holding free GRE, DAT, OAT, PCAT, GMAT, and LSAT practice exams, as well as free "Inside the Classroom" sessions. Refer to the attachements below for the full schedule.

  • Stem Research and Career Symposium

    The Fourth Annual Emory University-Laney Graduate School STEM Research and Career Symposium will be September 18-20, 2016.  This is a great opportunity for students to present their research, attend career development workshops, and learn about career and training opportunities at Emory and elsewhere.  

    Key points about the symposium are as follows:

    Dates and venue – September 18-20, 2016, Emory Conference Center.

    Full travel scholarships available for underrepresented students. Last year 60% of student attendees received full travel awards and another 10% received partial travel awards.

    Application deadline May 1st, 2016 Students undergoing their first research experience this summer may apply to a second deadline of August 1st.

    For undergraduates AND graduate students, and their mentors.

    Student research presentations, career development workshops and social events.

    Free application and registration.

    All students (graduate and undergraduate)are encouraged to apply to attend, as well as their mentors. Students from underrepresented groups (racial minorities, disabled students and those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds) will be eligible to apply for travel awards that will provide for their travel and housing. Full information is in the attached brochure and the our website (http://www.gs.emory.edu/STEM).

    Details of the conference are summarized below.

    A premier research conference for undergraduates interested in learning about PhD, MD/PhD or postbaccalaureate programs; graduate students contemplating postdoctoral training; and the advisors of these students.

    Two days of shared research presentations, networking and mentoring.

    Interactions with Emory research faculty mentors, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.

    Round table discussion for faculty and program staff attendees with a group of Emory faculty.

     

    Due to the success of last year’s symposium and the restricted number of attendees, competition for acceptance will be spirited. Only abstracts that report outcomes/results will be competitive. Up to ten students will be selected from the submitted abstracts to present a platform talk, and their advisors will also receive a travel award if necessary. All remaining student participants will be expected to present a poster on their research.

    Mentors who write letters of reference for their students will be notified by e-mail whether or not the application was successful.   At that time mentors will also receive information about how to register to attend with their students if they wish to do so.   If you have any questions, please e-mail stem.symposia@emory.edu.

  • Two Health Professions Events in JST, Thurs. 3/31

    Honors students, especially those interested in health-related studies/professions, will enjoy two programs at JST this Thursday!

    7-8 p.m. in the JST Training Room

    "Pathway to Careers in Health Professions" (an Interactive session with UIC health professions faculty and students)

    8-9 p.m. at JST C226, Dean Chang's apartment

    "Cutie's Office Hours" (come meet Prof. Eric Swirsky to chat more about ethics in health information while tasting chocolate, fruit tea, and cucumber salad!)

    Questions? Contact Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu

  • SFP Lecture: Dr. Craig Niederberger - Head of Urology 4/1 at 3PM

    Dr. Niederberger, MD is the Clarence C. Saelhof Professor and Head of the Department of Urology at UIC. He holds a joint appointment as Professor in the Department of Bioengineering in the College of Engineering. All students are welcome to come hear his valuable insights about urology and bioengineering in medicine. The lecture is on 4/1, from 3 PM to 4 PM, at BH 121.We look forward to your attendance!

    You can RSVP at http://goo.gl/forms/QfBFx2bv6T

    Questions? Contact Joseph Martino at jmart218@uic.edu

  • An Introduction to Global Health Careers, Tues. 3/29

    The UIC Global Learning Community Presents: An Introduction to Global Health Careers

    Are you interested in treating Chicago’s international population, volunteering with a Global Medical Brigade, or pursuing a position in healthcare abroad?

    Careers in the health fields provide numerous global opportunities.

    If this is an area of interest, you may want to consider attending this event.

    This event will feature an epidemiologist and a public health professional with international profiles, a UIC pre-health student who extended his healthcare experience by studying abroad, and the Director of Pre-Professional Advising at UIC.

    Invited Speakers

    Wayne W. Wiebel (Ph.D.), Research Professor in Epidemiology UIC School of Public Health

    Karen Peters (DrPH), Clinical Assistant Professor of Community Health Sciences UIC School of Public Health and Assistant Professor in the UIC Graduate College

    Misty Huacuja-LaPointe (M.Ed), Director of Pre-Professional Advising UIC

    Carlos Montero (UIC Class of 2016), GLC Certificate holder who has completed an internship in traditional medicine in China

    Tuesday, March 29, 12:00-1:30 PM
    Daley Library Conference Room 1-470

    RSVP by Monday 28, 1:00 PM to link provided below

    http://go.uic.edu/globalhealthcareersRSVP.

  • Midwestern's Veterinary School Admissions Speaker, 3/29

    Tuesday, March 29
    4:00 pm
    SCE 329 (Cardinal Room)

    This event is an informational session on Veterinary School admissions, presented by Mr. James Walter from Midwestern College of Veterinary Medicine. This is a great opportunity for all students considering a professional career in helping animals to understand the requirements and extracurricular activities needed for Veterinary School. Students are encouraged to ask questions regarding veterinary school such as the admission process, undergrad required courses, experience needed, etc. after the presentation.

    Any questions, comments, or concerens can be directed to Sara Colin at scolin2@uic.edu

  • Illinois College of Optometry Summer Program

    The Illinois College of Optometry will host its 9th annual Focus on Your Future Summer Program for underrepresented minority undergraduate students. The program is a weeklong experience that will expose undergraduate students to the profession of optometry in a variety of settings. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and work with current optometry students, ICO Faculty & Staff, as well as practicing optometrists.

    There is no cost to participate in this program and room and board will be provided. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses and/or transportation cost to and from ICO.

    Program Dates: Monday, July 11 - Friday, July 15, 2016

    Application Period: December 14, 2015 - April 1, 2016

    Notification: Applicants will be notified in early May

    For eligibility and application information, visit http://www.ico.edu/admissions/recruitment-events/.

  • All Majors Career Fair, Thurs. 3/17

    The ALL MAJORS Career Fair expects 90+ employers from a variety of industries. Open exclusively to UIC students & alumni of ALL majors seeking employment opportunities.

     

    Thursday, March 17th, 10:00am - 2:00pm

    SCE Illinois Room (3rd Floor)

    750 S. Halsted St, Chicago

     

    List of employers: http://careerservices.uic.edu/springdivparticipants.shtml

    List of employers by majors: http://careerservices.uic.edu/springdivparticipantsB.shtml

     

    Students must bring their iCard for entry, dress professionally and bring resumes.

     

    Quick job fair prep tips:

    Prepare an effective resume that will get you noticed (see an advisor at Career Services – 3050 SSB for professional assistance and pick up the free GUIDE with sample resumes) Invest in a professional outfit that will make you stand out and look impressive! Prepare your one minute speech to market yourself to employers. Above all, RESEARCH EMPLOYERS. Know their history, values, products and services etc.!

  • Law Student Alumni Panel Discussion, Wed. 3/16

    Want to know what it's like to be a law school student? Do you want advice from current law students? If so, come out to the “Law Student Alumni Panel Discussion"!

    Wednesday March 16th from 12:00pm – 1:30pm in 121 BH
    Jimmy John's sandwiches will be provided!

    Featured Speakers:

    Shahina Khan, 1L (Chicago-Kent College of Law)

    Kevin Ejma, 3L (DePaul University College of Law)

    Aria Eckersley, 2L (University of Chicago Law School)

    Kenneth Thomas, 3L (University of Chicago Law School)

    A UIC Pre-Law Society Event

    RSVP by Monday 3/14 at midnight at https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/1512500

    Questions? Contact Christopher Kooy at ckooy2@uic.edu

  • Webinar: Applying to Jobs in the Federal Government, Tues. 3/15

    If you are interested in learning more about how to apply for jobs in the federal government, you may want to participate in the Uncover the Secrets of Finding and Applying to Jobs in the Federal Government and at HHS Webinar on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 from noon-2pm CST.  See the flyer below for details and registration information.  (Registration required).

     

  • LeaderShape Institute Applications, due 3/17

    Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services is excited to announce they are now accepting applications for the LeaderShape Institute. The Institute, provided by LeaderShape, is a six-day, five-night leadership retreat teaching visioning, relationship-building, and the importance of leading with integrity. The Institute will take place May 7 to May 12, 2016 at an off campus retreat center. The only requirement for attendance is you must be returning to UIC in the Fall Semester. Applications are due March 17, 2016.

    SPACE IS LIMITED

    Apply by visiting go.uic.edu/LeaderShape.

    Any questions can be emailed to sldvs@uic.edu or feel free to call 312-996-0911.

  • Civic Engagement Fellowship - Seeking Applicants

    In light of the upcoming November election, Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services is seeking undergraduate student applications for a Civic Engagement Fellowship.

    Responsibilities include:

    Creating a comprehensive non-partisan voter guide; Assisting in the planning of a Rock the Vote event to be held on National Voter Registration Day; Coordinating Presidential Debate, Vice Presidential Debate, Election Night, and Inauguration Watch Parties; Implementing an on campus media campaign to increase voter registration and turn out.

    We are seeking a Fellow who is both knowledgeable and passionate about the civic/political process.

    Fellowship Terms: Summer 2016 - end of Fall 2016 semester.

    There is potential for this Fellowship to be counted towards academic credit.

    Application deadline: Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 5:00 PM.

    Any questions as well as applications and cover letters can be submitted to Spencer Long via email, longsa@uic.edu.

  • Faculty Fellow Relationship Workshop, Thurs. 3/10

    All first-year students will be assigned a Faculty Fellow by the summer after your freshman year.  Come to this interactive workshop to learn more about the role of a Faculty Fellow, tips for communicating and building a relationship with your Fellow, and other advice and strategies for building a strong relationship with your Fellow. This workshop is designed primarily for first-year students and students who are new to the Honors College, but any Honors College student is welcome to attend.

    Thursday, March 10, 4:00 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

    Questions?  Contact Dean Murphy (tmurphy@uic.edu)

  • Society of Future Physicians Lecture: Dr. Enrico Benedetti, Mon. 3/14

    The Society of Future Physicians will be hosting a lecture with Dr. Enrico Benedetti, Professor and Department Head of Surgery at the UIC College of Medicine.

    All students (especially those looking into a career in medicine) are welcome to see Dr. Benedetti's lecture on Monday, March 14th at 4 PM. The lecture will be located at Stevenson Hall, (SH) in room 303. The lecture will consist of Dr. Benedetti's journey through medicine, and any other information that Dr. Benedetti thinks is relevant to share. Students also will have the opportunity to ask questions.

    Some additional information: Dr. Enrico Benedetti is a Professor and Department Head of Surgery at the UIC College of Medicine, and specializes in Transplant surgeries. Dr. Benedetti has pioneered robotics in surgery, performing the first robotic donor nephrectomy for a living-donor kidney transplant, as well as performing the first robotic combined kidney and pancreas procurement for a living-donor transplant.

    RSVP form link: http://goo.gl/forms/2CMv8IRh3x

  • Informational Meeting with tech company eSpark Learning 3/9

    Interested in working at a start-up or working for a Chicago-based tech company? Join us next week to learn about opportunities at eSpark Learning, an ed-tech company near UICs campus.

    eSpark Learning (https://esparklearning.com/) invites UIC students to their space on to learn more about our company and the education technology industry. We'd love to meet you!

    When: Wednesday, March 9th, 2016

    Time: 6:00 - 7:30pm

    Where: 833 W. Jackson Suite 700 (near Jackson and Halsted)

    Why: free food, networking, and internship opportunities!

    Facebook event link (please RSVP, if possible)

    Contact for details: Gaby Santoyo gsanto5@uic.edu or gaby@esparklearning.com 

    If youre not able to make it, but are interested in learning more about eSpark and our summer business/operations and software engineering internships, please reach out to gaby@esparklearning.com.

  • Education Sector Job Fair, Thurs. 3/3

    EDUCATION JOB FAIR

    Thursday, March 3, 2016

    2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    UIC Student Center East, Illinois Room

    750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60607

     

    UIC, DePaul and Loyola are combining forces to connect employers, schools and districts with quality teachers, administrators, advisors, and counselors for current and future openings in all areas and levels of education. Free entrance for UIC, Loyola, and DePaul students and alumni. Open to the public at a $10 entrance fee.

     

    Students/job seekers DO NOT need to register.

    If you would like to see a list of who's coming, click here & scroll to the bottom of the page.

    Download the free UIC Career Fair Plus app (on Google Play or the App Store) for a list and assistance in navigating the fair on the day.

    Questions? Contact UIC Career Services at 312.996.2300. 

  • New Leadership Illinois Summer program for college women, Apply by 3/7

    Empowering Women to Lead: This June 6-10 in Chicago, network with the state's most prominent female leaders. Meet women from every level of government who are making a difference in Illinois.  And learn how you can join them.

    A non-partisan, week-long residental program for college women designed to increase women's representation in all elements of public life, including elected office.

    Learn more and apply at igpa.uillinois.edu/pe/new-leadership. Apply by March 7, 2016.  

    Participant expenses paid. Students of all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Must have junior, senior, or recent grad standing in June 2016.

    Sponsored by the University of Illinois' Institute of Government and Public Affairs and the Conference of Women Legislators of the Illinois General Assembly.

     

  • Society of Future Physicians Lecture: Dr. Brian Kay, Tues. 3/1

    SFP Lecture by Dr. Brian Kay (Tues, March 1, 4PM in BSB 211)

    Open to all Honors College students

    Dr. Brian Kay is currently a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences and conducts research in Molecular Biology on generating recombinant affinity reagents. He was the Head of the Department of Biological Sciences. Come hear his valuable insights about the importance of research in medicine and his career path as a molecular biology researcher! We look forward to your attendance!

    Please RSVP at: http://goo.gl/forms/wef5IKxp3W 

    Questions?  Contact Rose Huang at dhuang25@uic.edu

  • The 4th Annual Wisconsin Statewide Pre-Law Diversity Day: Friday 3/4

     

    Join us at the 4th Annual Wisconsin Statewide Pre-Law Diversity Day!

    Friday, March 4th, 2016

    at Marquette University Law School

    Featuring:

    - Discussion with MU and UW Law Schools

    - Workshops for students and advisors

    - FREE lunch and mock law class

    - Law School Fair

    FREE to all sudents and advisors!

    For details and registration:

    http://law.marquette.edu/prospective-students/wisconsin-statewide-pre-law-diversity-day-2016 

  • 2016 Integritas Business Ethics Symposium-The Power of Story in Business Ethics

    What can stories, be they in novels or in film or in our own lives, teach us about the right way to do business? What can the humanities offer business ethics? Come hear Christopher Michaelson, the business ethics practitioner and professor who advises CEOs to read novels, UIC Professors Marya Schechtman and Bill Kohler, and a creative group of business leaders discuss the question:"How did I discover the right way for me to do business?'

    2016 Integritas Business Ethics Symposium

    The Power of Story in Business Ethics

    Please register at: http://tinyurl.com/hjzhmz6

    UIC Illinois Rooms, Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted, Chicago

    Wednesday, March 2, 2016

    Agenda:

    10:00 AM Greeting:

    Albert Schorsch, III-Director, Integritas Institute for Ethics, St. John Paul II Catholic Newman Center at UIC

    Invocation: Most Rev. Joseph N. Perry, JCL, DD, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Chicago

     

    10:15 AM Keynote:

    Christopher Michaelson

    David A. and Barbara Koch Distinguished Professor of Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

    Associate Professor, Ethics & Business Law, University of St. Thomas, Opus College of Business

    (affiliations: NYU and PricewaterhouseCoopers)

    With audience discussion, and Response by:

    Marya SchechtmanProfessor, UIC Department of Philosophy, Associate Dean, UIC College of Liberal Art and Sciences

     

    11:45 AM Lunch (included in the price of admission)

     

    12:00 PM Lunch Panel: Stories: "How did I discover the right way for me to do business?"

    Moderator: Bill KohlerLecturer, Department of Managerial Studies, UIC College of Business Administration

    Kate Evert

    Founder and President, Commonwealth HR Consulting

    Suzanne Huspen

    Principal Advisor of Active Business Consultants, Executive Education Facilitator for The Kellogg School of Management, Customer Engagement Manager of Innovation Driven Marketing (IDM)

    Al Kagan

    Principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP

    Christopher Michaelson, University of St. Thomas

     

    1:30 PM Colloquy All presenters, panelists, attendees.

     

    2:00 PM End

     

    UIC Students can attend for free. A limited number of free tickets are available to UIC faculty and staff on a first-come, first served basis. Please register at:http://tinyurl.com/hjzhmz6

  • American Student Dental Association Pre-Dental Week, 2/21 - 2/27

    The American Student Dental Association is celebrating National Predental Week (February 21-27).

    Predentals are invited to register for these free webinars from ASDA:

    Scholarships 101: Federal programs for aspiring dental students
    Feb. 23, 7:00-8:30 p.m. CT
    This webinar will help you have a greater understanding of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and U.S. military's Health Professions Scholarship programs (HPSP) and aid you in becoming a better applicant.

    Hot Topics: Midlevel providers and licensure
    Feb. 24, 7-8:30 p.m. CT
    This webinar will introduce these two complex issues and help you gain an understanding that will aid you during dental school interviews.

    Become an ASDA predental member this week for special benefits: Join ASDA through this Saturday, Feb. 27, to be eligible for prizes, including an Apple iPad Mini, $250 Best Buy gift card and $100 Amazon gift card. You’ll also have immediate access to member benefits including the “Getting into Dental School” handbook, predental checklists, interview tips, personal statement advice, shadowing guide and more.

    ASDA chapters and predental clubs across the country are putting on events this week. Visit www.ASDAnet.org/predentalweek to see what events are happening near you.

    To register for the free webinars and to become an ASDA member visit: www.ASDAnet.org/predentalweek.

    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Brian Jones at 312-440-2841 or via e-mail at Brian@ASDAnet.org.

  • Free MCAT Practice Test at UIC on 3/12

    Kaplan is holding a free MCAT Practice Test on Saturday, March 12 in Stevenson Hall 320 at 10:00 a.m. The event will feature an abbreviated three-hour exam followed by a conversation with one of Kaplan’s top MCAT experts. Interested students can register at the link below: 

    http://kaplan-egzep.formstack.com/forms/uic_mcat_practice_test

    It'll be a great opportunity for students to get a rough measure of their current scores and to see how the MCAT structures its questions. Participants will also have access to full explanations for every question. 

  • Society of Future Physicians Lecture: Dr. Kirstie Danielson, Ph.D. Epidemiologist

    Dr. Danielson is a chronic disease epidemiologist, trained at the University of Wisconsin, with specific expertise in type 1 diabetes and osteoporosis. Her current research focuses on Islet Cell Transplant as a treatment method for Type 1 Diabetes. In addition, she is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Transplant Surgery, and a departmental affiliate in the Division of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at UIC. Hear her valuable and in-depth insights about her journey into the field of Public Health and the importance of public health in medicine!

    Tuesday, 2/23 at 4pm
    BSB 211

    RSVP at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1b-vwzxA4BCnbN5UuYQ0cCpxQppfq_li8Aso1e25tOY4/viewform 

    Questions? Contact Atif Siddiqui at asiddi46@uic.edu

  • Event On The Law School Application Process

    The Pre-Law Society will be hosting a representative from Blueprint LSAT Prep for a workshop to discuss the components of a law school application. The event will be Monday, February 22nd, in Burnham Hall 316, from 3:00 to 4:00pm.

  • Cutie’s Office Hours: Summer Opportunities RoundTable, Thurs. 2/18 at 7:30 pm

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    Special session this week: Summer Opportunities Roundtable from 7:30 - 8:30 pm (note time change!)

    A group of your fellow Honors College students are coming to talk about the excellent things they have done with their summers so far and to share their advice as you search for summer opportunities this year.  We’ll have lots of information to help you decide what to do this summer, so come ask questions and hear about what others have done in summers past!

    And as always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup! 

    See you this Thursday!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

    Questions?  Contact Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu.

  • Graduate-Student-At-Large Program at The University of Chicago, Apply by Tues. 3/15

    What is the Graduate-Student-At-Large (GSAL) program?

    -GSAL students enroll in regular graduate and undergraduate courses at the University of Chicago. They may take courses at the College, in the Graduate Divisions of the Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, and Humanities, and at the graduate schools in Divinity, Public Policy, Social Work, Business, and Law. Some stay for only a single quarter; others stay for an entire academic year or longer.

    -GSAL students come to the University of Chicago in order to build on their undergraduate studies, while other students use the program to explore different disciplines beyond their college majors.

    -GSAL students will receive a University of Chicago transcript with grades, and might also receive letters of recommendation from faculty members who have worked with them. These efforts result in a more competitive application to graduate school.

    -GSAL students take advantage of in-depth academic advising, student success skills workshops and resources for graduate school applications or career planning.

    Who will benefit from the GSAL program?

    -Graduating seniors or recent graduates who are still unsure about which field of graduate study to pursue are encouraged to connect with us soon, so that we can help them navigate the course selection at the University of Chicago (timeschedules.uchicago.edu) and support their exploration of courses and fields of subject interest, before they apply to graduate or professional schools.

    -For students or alums who feel they would like to focus more into a field of study and gain additional course and research training, or take more courses in a new field of study to switch interest fields in graduate school, we will be able to help them enroll in appropriate courses, build professional relationships with faculty mentors, engage in research, and provide supportive advising guidance and resources for successful graduate school applications. 

    Important GSAL Admissions Considerations

    We admit students in all academic quarters, and our next academic quarter begins Spring, which begins March 28th and ends June 11th, 2016. Our Admissions Deadline is MARCH 15th, 2016. We do not require Letters of Recommendation, or GRE test scores. Each undergraduate or graduate course costs $2,915 and business school courses $6,338. GSAL & GSALB (for Booth courses) admissions application link: https://apply-graham.uchicago.edu/apply/

    University of Chicago helpful program links: 

    GSAL: https://grahamschool.uchicago.edu/credit/graduate-student-at-large/index

    GSAL Facts: https://grahamschool.uchicago.edu/credit/graduate-student-at-large/faq

    GSALB: (To take Chicago Booth courses to consider the MBA Program: 

    https://grahamschool.uchicago.edu/credit/graduate-student-at-large/business

    Academic Calendar: http://uchicago.edu/academics/calendar/

    Time Schedules: http://timeschedules.uchicago.edu/

    Graduate Workshops: http://grad.uchicago.edu/academiccareerdevelopment/casworkshops/201516caswprkshops/

    UChicagoGrad: http://grad.uchicago.edu/

     

    Questions?  Contact:

    Esther Pandian-Riske                   
    Associate Director, GSAL and RS Programs
    evpandia@uchicago.edu
    Office 773.702.1682 

    Eileen Fleming
    Program Coordinator, GSAL and RS Programs
    efleming9@uchicago.edu
    Office 773.702.1726

     

  • AAMC Fee Assistance Program for Pre-Med Students

    The AAMC Fee Assistance Program assists those who, without financial assistance, would be unable to take the Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®) exam, apply to medical schools that use the American Medical College Application Service® (AMCAS®) application, and more. All information regarding the Fee Assistance Program, including the 2016 application guide, eligibility criteria, and full benefits package, is available on the AAMC Student Hub: https://students-residents.aamc.org/applying-medical-school/applying-medical-school-process/fee-assistance-program/

  • Spring Internship and Part-Time Job Fair, 2/11

    Internship and Part-time Job Fair, February 11, Student Center East, Illinois Room

    The Student Employment Office (a part of the Office of Career Services) is pleased to announce our Spring Internship and Part-Time Career Fair:

    Thursday, February 11

    10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

    Student Center East, Illinois Room

    750 South Halsted

     

    Nearly 70 companies and not for profit organizations across all industries are expected to attend.

    Open and free ONLY to UIC students and alumni.

    Attendees, DRESS PROFESSIONALLY and bring many resumes.

     

    For more details including a list of registered employers to research ahead of time, see http://studentemployment.uic.edu/internship_part-time.shtml

    The Office of Career Services is a unit within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs "Engaging students for success, from orientation through graduation."

    If you require any accommodations to participate in the event, please contact Jaime Velasquez, 312-413-2426, jaimev@uic.edu

     

  • Arts and Culture Career Fair, Fri. 2/5

    ARTS & CULTURE CAREER FAIR

    Friday, February 5, 2016

    12:00pm-2:00pm

    UIC Student Center East, Illinois Room (3rd Floor)

    750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60607

     

    Sponsored by UIUC College of Fine + Applied Arts (supported by UIC Career Services)

    Free and open to UIC and UIUC students and alumni only. Student RSVP here. To see who's coming, click here.

    Questions? Contact UIC Career Services: 312.996.2300 or ocs@uic.educareerservices.uic.edu

  • Applications for 2016 Fulbright UK Summer Institutes Apply by 2/23 or 2/26

    The Fulbright UK Summer Institute Programmes offer students a fantastic opportunity to be immersed in the study of British academics and culture. Students will take part in research, collaboration, presentation, and cultural events at an esteemed British university. They will enhance their leadership skills, develop knowledge and understanding of new subjects, and become ambassadors for the United Kingdom and the United States.  Students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply. Each Summer Institute will cover a different theme such as acting at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the history of the slave trade in England, or the political, social and economic relationships of Northern Ireland. These institutes include:

    AIFS Summer Institute with Globe Education

    Durham University Summer Institute

    King's College London Summer Institute

    Queen's University Belfast Summer Institute

    Scotland Summer Institute 

    University of Bristol Summer Institute 

    University of Exeter Summer Institute 

    Wales Summer Institute

    To meet the minimum eligibility, applicants must:

    be a US citizen and possess a US passport;be at least 18 years old;have a high level of academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.7 (confirmed by academic marks, awards and references);have at least two years of university study upon their return ( i.e. applicants should currently be a Freshman or Sophomore in college/university)be mature, responsible, independent, and open-minded

    The Awards will cover the majority of all costs incurred, including flights to and from the UK, university fees, and room and board at the host UK University.Please Note: There have been two changes made to this year’s application process.

    Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.7All references must be submitted online (applicants should direct their references to the webpage of their selected institute where they can the online reference letter form)

    Deadlines for 2016 are:  23 February or 26 February, 2016 – depending on the Institute. Each Programme also varies in duration, from three to six weeks.  Please make sure to check the specific Institute page for the particular deadline.  

    Please let us know if there is a more up-to-date or appropriate contact for your university. Valerie SchreinerProgramme Manager

    Further UK Summer Institute information: 

     Questions? Please contact the Fulbright Awards staff via email at programmes@fulbright.org.uk.

  • Illinois General Assembly Paid Internships Info Session, Fri. 2/5

    There will be an information session about Illinois General Assembly interships!

    Friday, February 5, 10-11 in UH 2550

    Learn about the ins and outs of working in Springfield from UIC alum, Luis Andrade.

    Questions? Can’t attend the session but want more information?  Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs at ssp@uic.edu or visit ossp.uic.edu.

  • CAREER SERVICES SPRING 2016 PROGRAMS, EVENTS, AND ACTIVITIES

    Connecting College…. to Career!

    Career Services & Student Employment empowers students in their career development and job search by providing accessible resources and comprehensive services. Learn more about the services below and share with students!

    Exploring

    One-on-one and group sessions to empower students as they explore their identity and purpose. Guiding students to make sense of their time at UIC, pick a major, and make major-to-career connections. Individual appointments arranged by calling 312.996.2300.

    Check out the iFit program and spring Choosing a Major workshops!

    Advising

    One-on-one, group, and walk-in sessions on career-related questions – including resume writing, interviewing, job search, networking, etc.

    Upcoming Programs:  

    BEST Student Employment TrainingBuild a Better ResumeNavigating a Career FairInterview Essentials

    Connecting

    Offering opportunities for employers and job seekers to connect through fairs, events, and info sessions.

    Highlighted Events:

    Arts & Culture Career Fair – Feb 5

    Part-time Job/Internship Fair – Feb 11

    Education Job Fair – March 3

    All Majors Career Fair – March 17

    ***For the most up-to-date programs & events list, check the online calendar regularly: Career Services Calendar & Student Employment Calendar

  • This week’s UIC Careers Job and Internship Postings for Honors students

    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

    Akoya Capital – Research Intern, 67559

    Alva-Amco Pharmacal Cos., Inc. – Graphic Design Paid Internship, Summer 2016, 67400

    BP America – Refining Intern Health and Safety, 67264

    Capsim Management Simulations – Capsim Internship Program: Sales and Marketing, 67339

    Capsim Management Simulations – Web Developer Intern, 67340

    Chervon North America – Graphic Design Intern, 67692

    Entertainment Cruises – Front of House Rotational Restaurant Internship, 67128

    Lincoln Financial Group – Internship Development Program, 67577

    SanDisk Corporation – Field Marketing Internship, 67630

    TransUnion – Proposal Writing Intern (Summer 2016), 67632

    Walgreens – Community Management Internship, 67732

    White Panda LLC – Touring Assistant // Opening DJ, 67614

     

    FULL-TIME POSITIONS

    Baroo – Baroo Hospitality and Real Estate Fellowship, 67260

    Big Brothers Big Sisters – Bilingual Enrollment and Matching Specialist, 67525

    CB&I – Engineer in Training (Spring 2016), 66829

    College Possible, College Possible AmeriCorps and VISTA Positions: 2016-2017, 67492

    Insulet Corporation – Clinical Services Specialist, 67292

    Lucky Lincoln Gaming, LLC – Office Manager, 66188

    Mérieux NutriSciences – Customer Care Representative, 67585

    Project: VISION, Inc – Youth Program Coordinator, 67611

    Schreiber Foods, Inc – Dairy Production Supervisor (Team Advisor), 67653

    Teach Kentucky – Full Time Teacher (No Certificate Required), 67336

    The Hill Group – Jr. Account Executive, 67313

    Walgreens – Assistant Store Manager Trainee, 67731

    Ziegler Capital Management – Analyst, 67660

     

    Regards,

    UIC Office of Career Services

    312-996-2300

  • Free Kaplan Online Events for Pre-Health, Pre-Law, and Pre-Business Students

    Kaplan is offering free online events, including practice exams and free sample classes. Resources are avialable for pre-health, pre-law, and pre-business students.  See the files below for more information.  Contact John Clark at john.clark@kaplan.com with any questions.

  • CLIC (CLEO Legally Inspired Cohort), Apply by Mon. 2/15

    The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc.’s "CLEO Legally Inspired Cohort" (CLIC) is a highly-competitive pilot program to identify, recruit, and train 20 diverse law school applicants who possess both the academic aptitude and leadership skills to attend one of four CLEO partner law schools in supportive teams of five. After successfully completing CLEO's Pre-Law Summer Institute, each CLIC team will attend a designated partner law school together.

    This exciting new program will give diverse students one more avenue to law school. Twenty of the 40 pre-law summer institute participants will be selected to take part in this new program.  After the summer institute, five each of the CLIC participants will attend the four law schools together as a cohort.

    Additionally because of their matriculation at the CLEO partner law school, CLIC Scholars will:

    Receive a $1000 book award       

    Have mentors and legal community support       

    btain help with summer internships, clerkships or jobs     

    Get other necessary assistance

    For more information about this  opportunity, visit http://cleoinc.org/clic/

  • Chicago Future Leaders Program

    Application deadline: Mon, Jan 25.

    This program aims to inspire the next generation of women leaders through a two-day immersion program. Last year’s host companies included United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Leo Burnett, Adler Planetarium and ABC7 Chicago. The year prior, host companies included Exelon, Ernst & Young, the Greater Chicago Food Depository and the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago. During these highly interactive company visits, participants receive an overview of the organization and industry, take a tour of the workplace, and discuss the skills, abilities and education necessary for their career path. Company employees of all levels provide their personal history of how they progressed to their position and/or fostered their career growth, explain what they do and how their role is important to the operations of the organization, and more. UIC female students of all majors (sophomores and juniors) are eligible.

    The program takes place the week of May 9 or May 16, 2016. Application deadline: Mon, Jan 25. To apply and learn more, click here: http://www.thechicagonetwork.org/?page=Application 

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

    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

    Ace Hardware Corporation – Summer 2016 Internships (Business and Engineering), 65789

    Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics/OHIP – Occupational Health Internship Program 2016, 67157

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association – Computer Science Summer 2016 Internships-Chicago, 65281

    BP America – Refining Co-Op Industrial Hygiene, 67225

    Camp Starlight – Camp Counselor/Summer Intern, 66802

    Cook County Sheriff’s Office – Summer Fellowship Program, 67173

    ElMindA – Medical Affairs Internship, 66978

    Entertainment Cruises – Front of House Rotational Restaurant Internship, 67128

    IHT Wealth Management – 2016 Wealth Management Intern, 66975

    KJD Strategies – Political Fundraising Intern, 62194

    Loop Capital Markets – Business Valuation Intern, 67059

    Nestle USA – Factory Technical & Production Co-Op Program, 67072

    U.S. Cellular – Sales Event Intern, 66994

    US Foods – Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst Intern, 64204

    US Foods – Web/Mobile Application Development Intern, 64203

     

    FULL-TIME POSITIONS

    CB&I – Engineer in Training (Spring 2016), 66829

    Entertainment Cruises – Junior Graphic Designer, 65263

    Fast Enterprises LLC – Technical Team Member, 37307

    Fast Enterprises LLC – Training Coordinator, 49012

    Havas Media – Assistant Programmatic Trader, 67053

    Johnson & Quin – Sales Associate, 63474

    Mansfield Oil Company – Business Development Specialist - Mansfield Sales Academy, 67231

    Textura Corporation – Client Services Consultant (Implementation), 55948

    Textura Corporation – Client Services Representative, 60922

    The BECO Group – Revit Architect, 67172

    Two Sigma – Quantitative Research Associate - Campus Hire, 67176

     

    UIC Office of Career Services

  • List of Summer Life Science Research Internships

    Seeking a summer research or internship experience in the life sciences?  Check out this website from Harvard University with a list of a variety of summer research internships for undergraduate students in the life sciences.  Opportunities are domestic and international: http://lifesciences.fas.harvard.edu/summer-programs

  • STEM Teaching Fellowship opportunity, Application Due Sun. 1/31

    If you would like to put your math or science knowledge to work for the young people who need them most, the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship Program is an unparalleled opportunity. For top applicants, this prestigious fellowship offers a generous stipend ($30,000-32,000) toward completion of a master's degree program at a Woodrow Wilson partner institution in Georgia, Indiana, or New Jersey. Fellows undergo a year-long clinical experience in a high-need school, along with rigorous subject matter courses, then commit to teach for three years in urban or rural secondary schools, with mentoring throughout the entire process. The 2016 Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship program application deadline is January 31, 2016.  For more information, please visit http://woodrow.org/teach.

  • Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in UIC College of Pharmacy

    The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in the College of Pharmacy, funded by American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, aims to introduce undergraduate students to research in biomedical sciences.  We are inviting applications from domestic sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field. Application deadline is February 1, 2016.

    Detailed information can be found on the website: go.uic.edu/surf 

    For any questions about the program, please e-mail: surf@uic.edu

    Program Dates and Structure:

    The program runs for 10 weeks between June 1, 2016 and August 9, 2016. In addition to working on independent research projects in the laboratories of faculty mentors, SURF fellows will participate in workshops on advanced scientific techniques and instrumentation, scientific presentations, a career day at a local pharmaceutical company, research seminars and final symposium where they formally present their summer projects.

    Eligibility:

    Sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field with GPA of 3.0 or better who are US citizens or permanent residents and have an interest in pursuing graduate studies.

    Mentors:

    ASPET members in the College of Pharmacy are eligible to serve as mentors.

    Compensation:

    SURF fellows will receive $3,000 for the summer.  Housing and travel cost is not covered by the program.

    Application Deadline:

    Deadline to apply is February 1, 2016. Form and instructions are located at go.uic.edu/SURF Please feel free to contact us with any questions by e-mail at surf@uic.edu

  • American Physician Scientists Association Volunteer, Apply by Mon. 1/18

    Interested in becoming a physician scientist and improving your own medical/research career prospects?

    Then take advantage of an opportunity to help with improving biomedical research support and career development opportunities via volunteer work through the American Physician Scientists Association (APSA), http://www.physicianscientists.org/, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the successful career development of physician scientists. I, Jennifer Kwan, am the American Physician Scientists Association (APSA) Policy Chair,  I am writing to invite pre medical students interested in getting involved with projects to help increase biomedical research funding and gain career mentorship to apply.

    Great for those interested in the physician scientist pathway but also those who are interested in a biomedical science career. Chances to interact with giants in their fields. Happy to provide career mentorship for those interested in the physician scientist track as well.

    For those interested, please send their CV and personal statement to jennifer.kwan@physicianscientists.org.

    Deadline: Jan 18, 2016 5pm cst

    Interviews are on a rolling basis.