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• German-American Youth Exchange Info Session, Thurs. 9/25

  Sep 12, 2014 1:45 pm38 views

  German-American Youth Exchange Info Session

  September 25 (Thursday) 3:30 to 4 PM University Hall 1501

  The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX) is a reciprocal exchange program between the United States and Germany, designed to strengthen ties and understanding between the people of both countries. The fellowship is annually awarded to 75 American and 75 German young professionals, and is funded by the German Bundestag and the U.S. Congress through the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). CBYX participants act as ambassadors of their home country and culture while immersing themselves in the academic, professional, and everyday life of their host culture.

  Followed by Pizza for German majors and minors and those curious about German at UIC from 4-5 PM

  Contact Professor Rott for more details: SROTT@UIC.EDU

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  Info Session on Graduate Programs in International Affairs, Thurs. 9/18

  Sep 11, 2014 5:15 pm8 views

  Interested in International Affairs?

  Information Session on Graduate Programs in International Affairs

  Thursday, Sept. 18, 1:15 - 2:45 pm
  Daley Library Room 1-470

  Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, Georgetown University, Princeton University, Tufts University

  Representatives from these schools will discuss academic programs, admission requirements, financial aid, and career opportunities for students with graduate degrees in international affairs.

• Free Mock LSAT Exam, Sat. 9/20

  Sep 11, 2014 1:45 pm53 views

  Interested in going to law school?  Want to take a mock LSAT test to help you prepare for the real exam?  The John Marshall Law School will host a Mock LSAT on Saturday, September 20.  This is a great opportunity for students preparing for the upcoming exam to gauge their readiness.  There is no cost.  Find more details and register here: http://email.jmls.edu/diversity/mock-lsat/2014/pre-law-advisors/email.html Questions?  Contact Troy Riddle, Director of Diversity Affairs and Outreach at the John Marshall Law School, triddle@jmls.edu or (312) 427-2737 x 174.

• Adelante Leadership Conference, Fri. 9/12

  Sep 9, 2014 5:45 pm21 views

  The UIC CHANCE Program invites all students to attend the Adelante Education Leadership Fund's START Chicago conference at the UIC Forum.

  Friday, September 12, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
  Main Hall C UF UIC Forum 

  Come join student leaders from around the Chicago area to learn how to prepare for a successful professional internship and post-college career. Powerful sessions and discussions are conducted by corporate, motivational, and educational leaders - all designed to inform, empower, and motivate you to excel in the competitive business world.

  Two attendees will win a trip to attend Adelante's National Leadership Institute in San Antonio, Texas.

  To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/start2014-presented-by-adelante-tickets-12604848441. Registration is free- select "Apply for Scholarship to Attend- $0" on the registration page.

  For more information on Adelante, visit www.adelantefund.org

  Please contact Sarah Bird at 312-355-5164 or sebird@uic.edu with any questions regarding this opportunity.

• International Masters and PhD Fair / QS World Grad School Tour, Thurs. 9/11

  Sep 9, 2014 5:45 pm36 views

  September 11, 2014 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM

  International Masters and PhD Fair- Chicago, September 11th If you are considering taking a Masters or a PhD in the near future then this is a must attend event. It’s your opportunity to meet with top ranked grad schools from the US and all over the world.  As a QS event attendee you will also be eligible to apply for $1.7 million worth of scholarships and to WIN 1 month’s FREE online GRE Test Prep! FOR FREE ENTRY: register online here http://bit.ly/1sbifz1 and quote “UIC Career promo” at the door. Main Features of the Fair: - Apply for US$1.7 million worth of exclusive scholarships (for attendees only) - Win 1-month’s FREE online GRE test prep from Magoosh (prize draw taking place at the event) - Speak directly with admissions directors from top-ranked grad schools - Network and share experiences with alumni from leading institutions and fellow applicants - Attend seminars that can help strengthen your application - Get a FREE QS Top Grad School Guide (for the first 100 Candidates) The world’s leading schools and universities are in town to meet with you on Thursday September 11th for 1 day only.  Don’t miss out on this opportunity!  Attending schools: HKUST, LSE, King’s College, HEC Paris, ESADE, Bocconi, IE B-School, Ohio, Cass, Claremont and many more US and international grad schools! Venue & Time: Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza River North  350 West Mart Center Drive  Chicago, IL 60654  USA  Time: 3:30pm - 8pm Learn more at bit.ly/1sbifz1.  Questions?  Contact lance@qs.com.

• Be a part of Society of Future Physicians, apply by 9/5!

  Sep 5, 2014 6:30 pm144 views

  Are you Pre-med? Are you part of the Honors College? Looking for clinical & volunteering experience? Apply to the Society of Future Physicians by September 5th! Applications can be found at www.uicsfp.org.  Questions?  Contact Marlin Amy Halder at mhalde2@uic.edu. 

• Fall Professional Development Workshop Series, Beginning Tues. 9/2

  Aug 28, 2014 12:00 pm284 views

  Attention juniors and all other students interested in getting a head start in planning for your post-graduation pursuits: The Honors College is pleased to present the Fall Professional Development Series for the first time this year.  Featuring eight different sessions throughout the Fall 2014 semester, the Professional Development Series is an opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge about preparing for careers, graduate school, and more, directly from experts who make admissions and hiring decisions, and who have the tools you need to transition to the professional world after graduation. 

  Now is the time to start planning for your future, and this is your chance to hear the insiders’ views on the best ways to do it.

  Please view the flyer for dates, times, session topics, and presenters – mark your calendar!

  First Session: Career Preparation Workshop for Juniors:  The first session is quickly approaching and will feature specific advice on the ins-and-outs of the job search process.  Come learn what you should do THIS YEAR to prepare to land a career after college!  See more details on the flyer.

  Tuesday, September 2, 3:00pm, 121 BH

  Please RSVP for this session by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, September 2: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/5686493  

  Questions or Comments about the Fall Professional Development Series?  Contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

   

• 2014 Chicago Law School Forum, Sat. 9/13

  Aug 15, 2014 12:30 pm111 views

  The 2014 Chicago Law School Forum will on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at The Palmer House Hilton, located on 17 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603. The forum runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm but is broken down into two parts:

  9:00 am–4:00 pm: Workshops
  11:00 am–4:00 pm: Talk with School Reps

  This event is designed to bring law schools to prospective students so that students get the opportunity to ask important questions, such as:

  •          How does the admission process work?
  •          What is the best way to prepare for the LSAT?
  •          How can you finance your legal education?
  •          What law schools are best for you?
  •          Do you have the ability and educational background that will help you succeed in law school?
  •          What will a legal education train you to do?
  •          How is diversity encouraged in law school and the legal system?

  This event is free to the public. The only cost is your time. To register, please click here: http://www.lsac.org/jd/choosing-a-law-school/law-school-recruitment-forums#Chicago.

  Not in Chicago this summer? Not a problem - there are a handful of these events happening across the country. To find one near you, please click here: http://www.lsac.org/jd/choosing-a-law-school/forums-and-other-events.

  Last year, law schools like Harvard, DePaul, Northwestern, John Marshall, UChicago sent Admissions Representatives as well as current students to speak with in addition to the countless out-of-state law schools that attend this law school forum.

  Don't miss out on this great networking opportunity with your future law school! (here are some photos from last year's forum - https://uic.collegiatelink.net/organization/prelawsocietyuic/gallery/Album/29061)

• Come to the Summer Research & Career Development Symposium! Wed. 7/9

  Jul 8, 2014 11:00 am24 views

  Please join the Honors College and the Office of Undergraduate Research for the inaugural Summer Research & Career Development Symposium.  This is a great opportunity to learn about the research that other students are doing -- its never too early to start thinking about your Capstone project!

  Inaugural Summer Research & Career Development Symposium
  Wednesday, July 9th, 10am – 2pm
  Institute for the Humanities (lower level of Stevenson Hall)

   

  Undergraduate researchers of all levels will share their ideas, experiences and research results with their peers. The symposium will provide students with an opportunity to view undergraduate research in the form of a poster session and presentation.  The Office of Career Services will also facilitate a special presentation,“Research Careers Unbound:  Applying Your Skills in Multiple Arenas”.  Students will gain insight on career development, such as: the marketplace for earning a degree from a research one institution and career opportunities in the research field. There will be two presentations: one at 10 am and one at noon. You can come to either. 

  You do NOT have to be enrolled in Summer College to participate. Everyone is welcome and everyone can benefit.  RSVPs are appreciated but not mandatory. If you have questions or to RSVP email Dr. Aginah Muhammad: aginahm@uic.edu 
  

• Free Virtual Fair for Prospective Public Health Students, Wed. 7/9 – Thurs. 7/10

  Jul 8, 2014 10:45 am28 views

  The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health is hosting a FREE Virtual Fair for prospective students of Public Health, including those interested in dual degrees on July 9 and 10!

  This is an unique opportunity to meet Admission Representatives from more than 35 of the nation's leading CEPH-accredited Public Health Schools & Programs of public health.
  Registered Schools/Programs Listed Here: http://sophas.careereco.net/virtual-fair/chat-with-organizations/ 

  
  Attend the fair online from anywhere! 
  Register Here: http://sophas.careereco.net/students-alumni/virtual-fair-registration/ 

  What students have said about prior events:

  • "The Virtual Fair was extremely convenient and useful. I was able to communicate with multiple schools of my interest and ask questions. This Virtual Fair also saved me time and traveling fees if I were to visit the schools’ campuses instead.”
  • “I thought the virtual fair was extremely helpful. Chatting with the school representatives helped give me some direction for what I’d like to pursue, as well as some helpful tips/expectations for the application process.”
  • “I feel that this was great concept...It gave me an opportunity to ask questions that may not have been answered on their website and to see other potential students’ questions that I may not have thought to ask.”
  • “It was perfect. I loved the fact that school representatives gave out their e-mail addresses and encouraged us to contact them.”
  • "The whole system was very user friendly.”

• Chicago College Startup Competition

  Jun 27, 2014 12:30 pm122 views

  1871, Chicago's Entrepreneurial Hub for Digital Start-ups, is hosting the Chicago College Startup Competition (CCSC).  Working in conjunction with ThinkChicago, this will involve 1871 providing up to 10 full-time Memberships to the 50,000 square-foot networking and business incubation space in The Merchandise Mart. The spaces will be for entrepreneurs who started their businesses while in college and want to continue after graduation by moving to Chicago. The winners of the competition will receive a full free year at 1871, including desk space, mentorship services, a support group of College Startups currently at 1871, and all of the amenities that are made available to startups at the facility. The idea is to attract some of the top startups in the nation directly to the city and give them the support and resources they need to succeed.

  We are actively seeking businesses started in college, along with winners of the top college startup contests, both of whom are looking for space to grow. If this sounds like you, we strongly encourage your submission.  Learn more at: http://www.1871.com/ccsc/ 

• Field Museum Workshop about Careers and Graduate Study in the Biological Sciences

  Jun 27, 2014 9:00 am126 views

  The Field Museum of Natural History,National Science Foundation, and iDigBio are pleased to co-sponsor a free 1-day workshop for undergraduate students in the Chicago area focusing on opportunities for careers and graduate study in the biological sciences. Emphasis will be on environmental, conservation, and molecular biology as well as biodiversity science, ecology, evolution, and opportunities for scientific research. A primary goal of this event is to increase the participation of underrepresented minorities in the biological sciences, including African/Black Americans, American Indians, Native Alaskans and Hawaiians, and Hispanics/Chicanos/Latinos. Registration is open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent graduates. 

  The workshop will be held at the Field Museum Saturday, September 6, 2014. Activities will begin at 10:00 a.m. with coffee, tea, and pastries available for early arrivers.

  To learn more and register, visit https://www.idigbio.org/content/careers-and-graduate-study-biological-sciences-workshop-undergraduate-students?utm_medium=EmmaSocial&utm_source=Facebook&1403231402091705#overlay-context . 

  For further information, feel free to e-mail: Gil Nelson (gnelson@bio.fsu.edu) or Kasey Mennie (kmennie@fieldmuseum.org).