Tristan Taormino is on campus September 18, 2016 – September 22, 2016!

Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory hosts “Reading Race:  Schemas, Racial Perception, and the Power of Literature” by Paula Moya, Professor of English/Latin American and Iberian Culture, Stanford University at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 25 at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center.

Join Unite For Sight’s Global Impact Corps for a hands-on, immersive and unique global health experience. 

Join Unite For Sight’s Global Impact Corps for a hands-on, immersive and unique global health experience.  

Participate in a global health webinar! 

Unite For Sight will be holding a free webinar on Thursday, February 25, 2016 about "How to Start a Career in Global Health."  Unite for Sight also just launched a new short video about Unite For Sight's innovative global health programs for university students, faculty, and advisors.

Apply for SROP by 2/10/15!

The Office of Undergraduate Research announces its Spring 2019 calendar for the Getting Started in Research, Value of Undergraduate Research, and Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Researchers workshops. Information for each workshop including to register is below:

The Value of Undergraduate Research Workshop (VURW) - January 18, 2019:  During this workshop, we will discuss the importance (i.e. the personal and professional benefits) of conducting research as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of how to deal with problems faced when getting started in research, and (2) an idea of how undergraduate research can benefit them both personally and in their future careers.  Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. Details and registration link can be found at:    http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

Getting Started in Undergraduate Research Workshop (GSIRW) - Multiple Dates Available:  During this workshop, we will discuss the various forms of undergraduate research that take place on campus, guide students to develop a plan of action to locate research opportunities on campus, and discuss ways to contact faculty research mentors. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of undergraduate research and how it takes place on our campus, (2) increased confidence to contact faculty research mentors, and (3) a list of faculty mentors to contact.  Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.  Details and registration link can be found at:   http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Research Workshop (PWRW) - Multiple Dates Available:  During this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of proposal writing, guiding students to formulate successful research projects and explain their research in a concise and compelling manner that is understandable to a general audience. Students will leave the workshop with (1) basic knowledge about research proposals and their structure, (2) tactics and tools to write successful research statements, and (3) a list of resources for assistance in the writing process.  This workshop is a collaboration between the Office of Undergraduate Research and The Writers Workshop. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.  Details and registration link can be found at:   http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

The Office of Undergraduate Research announces its Spring 2019 calendar for the Getting Started in Research, Value of Undergraduate Research, and Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Researchers workshops. Information for each workshop including to register is below:

Getting Started in Undergraduate Research Workshop (GSIRW) - Multiple Dates Available:  During this workshop, we will discuss the various forms of undergraduate research that take place on campus, guide students to develop a plan of action to locate research opportunities on campus, and discuss ways to contact faculty research mentors. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of undergraduate research and how it takes place on our campus, (2) increased confidence to contact faculty research mentors, and (3) a list of faculty mentors to contact.  Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.  Details and registration link can be found at:   http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Research Workshop (PWRW) - Multiple Dates Available:  During this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of proposal writing, guiding students to formulate successful research projects and explain their research in a concise and compelling manner that is understandable to a general audience. Students will leave the workshop with (1) basic knowledge about research proposals and their structure, (2) tactics and tools to write successful research statements, and (3) a list of resources for assistance in the writing process.  This workshop is a collaboration between the Office of Undergraduate Research and The Writers Workshop. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.  Details and registration link can be found at:   http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

Undergraduate Research Week 2017 is here!

Undergraduate Research week is going on now and all week! 

Chancellor’s Scholars who have been accepted to present at the URS and CHP’s Summer 2019 Summer Research grant recipientsTuesday, April 16, 20195:10 – 6:50 p.m. (including light dinner)212 Honors House

You are invited to learn more about other Chancellor’s Scholars’ research!  Come hear other Chancellor’s Scholars before they present at the Undergraduate Research Symposium (which all students are welcome to attend, and will take place in the Illini Union on 4/19/18, more info in a future CHP NewsBytes). 

*Note:  Students who attended the URS presentation in a previous semester may attend this SAS, space permitting, but will not receive additional SAS credit; however, if a student is a presenter at this SAS and was not a presenter previously, he or she will receive SAS credit.*

 Attend this undergraduate research conference!

The Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP @ UI) has the full description of the program here:  https://uofi.illinois.edu/blog/view/6204/560664. The Office of Undergraduate Research is holding an informational meeting scheduled for Wednesday October 18, from 3 - 3:50 p.m. in Bevier Hall Room 166. Are you are interested in tips on creating a good statement of interest or are simply wondering why you should participate? Or after reading through the application process did you have any questions? If so, you should attend this meeting! No registration required, just show up.

Brief Description of URAP:  Now in its third year of collaboration, the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) and the Graduate College offer the opportunity for first and second-year undergraduate students (including transfer students) to assist advanced graduate students (those who have completed all coursework requirements and are in the dissertation research stage) with their research projects. Through a one-on-one research experience with their graduate student mentor, undergraduate students will have the opportunity to learn what it means to do research, create knowledge, and produce scholarship. Undergraduate students will begin work with their mentors in Spring 2018.

Undergraduate researchers will be given course credit (3 credit hours). Undergraduate students will attend regular weekly class meetings with OUR and Grad College instructors, as well as work one-on-one with their graduate mentors. Students will also complete a final project, consisting of a research poster, to be presented during “Undergraduate Research Week” sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR). A full description of the program can be found here: https://uofi.illinois.edu/blog/view/6204/560664

Thanks to Chris Holmes of the Office of Undergraduate Research for this information item.

Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP @ UI):  Now in its third year of collaboration, the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) and the Graduate College offer the opportunity for first and second-year undergraduate students (including transfer students) to assist advanced graduate students (those who have completed all coursework requirements and are in the dissertation research stage) with their research projects. Through a one-on-one research experience with their graduate student mentor, undergraduate students will have the opportunity to learn what it means to do research, create knowledge, and produce scholarship. Undergraduate students will begin work with their mentors in Spring 2018.

Undergraduate researchers will be given course credit (3 credit hours). Undergraduate students will attend regular weekly class meetings with OUR and Grad College instructors, as well as work one-on-one with their graduate mentors. Students will also complete a final project, consisting of a research poster, to be presented during “Undergraduate Research Week” sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR).

For more information and to apply, please see the post on website: https://uofi.illinois.edu/blog/view/6204/560664.  Deadline for applications is Monday, October 30, 2017.  Questions may be addressed to: ugresearch@illinois.edu. Please put “URAP” in the subject line.

Thanks to Chris Holmes of the Office of Undergraduate Research for this information item.

Peer Review: the Undergraduate Research Journal of the Ethnography of the University Initiative is looking for two undergraduate interns to join its team of student Managing Editors (MEs). 

Do you have a research paper on an international, global, or regionally focused topic you’d like to develop further?  Or are you planning or working on a thesis on a topic involving a foreign country or region?

The Senate Committee on Student Discipline and the Office for Student Conflict Resolution are now seeking to fill vacant undergraduate and graduate student seats on the Subcommittee on Undergraduate Student Conduct (SUSC) and the Subcommittee on Graduate Student Conduct (SGSC). 

Applications for UK Summer Institutes are due soon!  Deadline: 7 February 2018.

These Summer Institutes provide a unique and enriching opportunity for US citizens to study in the UK during the summer. Students will take part in research, collaboration, presentations, and cultural events at an esteemed British University. Students in all disciplines are encouraged to apply.

The Summer Institutes cover a wide range of disciplines. A complete list of Institutes and details may be found on the UK Summer Institute webpage:  http://www.fulbright.org.uk/going-to-the-uk/uk-summer-institutes

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

 UIUC Civil Service Employees and Dependents Scholarship application deadline is April 1, 2016.

Want more from your summer?  Get an internships with a non-profit organization through UIntern!

Are you a passionate environmentalist? Do you want to devote your career to addressing environmental concerns? The University of Illinois seeks to nominate sophomores and juniors for the prestigious Udall Scholarship. The Udall awards $7,000 to sophomores or juniors who are taking action to address environmental concerns and are committed to a career related to the environment.  Please note that there are special awards also for Native American students interested in tribal policy or health care (no need to be related to the environment).

Students must be US citizens, US nationals, or US permanent residents. A successful applicant will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate leadership and a commitment to service. The University of Illinois may nominate up to six students for the Udall Scholarship. The campus deadline is February 7, 2019 to be considered.

If you are interested in applying, please plan to attend Udall informational events:  

Udall Scholarship Information Session on Thursday, November 8th, 3:30-4:30 pm in 514 Illini Union Bookstore (https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1826?eventId=33302646)

Udall Scholarship Writing Workshop on Friday, November 9th, 3:00-4:00 pm at 514 Illini Union Bookstore (https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1826?eventId=33302647)

For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit the website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu

Thanks to Suzanna Challen of the National and International Scholarships Program for this information item.

Are you a passionate environmentalist? Do you want to devote your career to addressing environmental concerns? The University of Illinois seeks to nominate sophomores and juniors for the prestigious Udall Scholarship. The Udall awards $7,000 to sophomores or juniors who are taking action to address environmental concerns and are committed to a career related to the environment. *Please note that there are special awards also for Native American students interested in tribal policy or health care (no need to be related to the environment).*

Students must be US citizens, US nationals, or US permanent residents. A successful applicant will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate leadership and a commitment to service. The University of Illinois may nominate up to six students for the Udall Scholarship. The campus deadline is February 6, 2020 to be considered. If you are interested in applying, please plan to attend our Udall informational events:  

Udall Scholarship Information Session - Thursday, November 7th, 3:30-4:30 pm in 503 Illini Union Bookstore Building:  https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1826?eventId=33338972Udall Scholarship Writing Workshop - Friday, November 8th, 3:00-4:00 pm in 503 Illini Union Bookstore Building:  https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1826?eventId=33338978

For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at https://topscholars.illinois.edu/udall.

Thanks to Suzanna Challen of the National and International Scholarships Program for this information item.

Calling all environmentalists! Calling students interested in Native American tribal affairs!

The Udall Scholarship awards $7,000 to sophomores or juniors committed to a career related to the environment *OR* to Native American sophomores or juniors interested in tribal policy or health care. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or U.S. permanent residents.

A successful applicant will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate leadership and a commitment to service.  The National and International Scholarships office is looking to nominate students who are taking action to address environmental concerns or concerns related to Native American tribal affairs.  The University of Illinois may nominate up to six candidates for the award; if you are considering applying, the campus deadline is 12pm noon, February 7, 2018.   Please visit the Udall Scholarship page for more details, application instructions, and info about past U of I Udall recipients.  Email topscholars@illinois.edu if you would like to make an appointment to discuss whether the Udall is right for you.  https://www.udall.gov/OurPrograms/Scholarship/Scholarship.aspx

Thanks to Jeff Yockey of the National and International Scholarships Office for this information item.

Attend one of two information sessions for the Udal Scholarship.  The Udall Foundation is looking for students with an interest in pursuing a career related to the environment or to Native American students interested in tribal affairs.

Map the System 2021 Social Innovation Challenge: Call for individuals and teams up to 5 members to participate in this unique challenge

Are you ready to change the world? Tackling global challenges starts with understanding a problem and its wider context. Map the System 2021 is a competition that challenges students to explore the issues that matter to them, think differently about social and environmental change, and share their findings with the world. Develop systems thinking, research, and changemaking skills. Receive guidance, coaching, and support via workshops/office hours. Gain insight to launch your own social venture or social innovation project. Pitch ideas to win cash prizes and a chance to compete in the Global Final (an Illinois team won 2nd place last year!) Sign up at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1529230344 ASAP to receive updates about information sessions, workshops, key deadlines, and details about the campus semi-final and global competition. See the flyer at: https://go.gies.illinois.edu/MaptheSystem2021flyer

Applications Open for the Illinois Impact Incubator: Deadline: December 18 (Rolling admissions. Apply early: https://go.gies.illinois.edu/IllinoisImpactIncubator2021)

Are you interested in creating a startup venture focused on social or environmental impact? The Illinois Impact Incubator is a co-curricular incubation program for students of all majors and levels who have a passion to develop an idea or early-stage venture focused on social or environmental impact. All types of ventures are welcome (e.g., nonprofits, social enterprises, social businesses). The incubator will amplify your impact by providing knowledge, tools, networks, and access to funding to help you launch and grow your social venture. Members participate in a weekly (virtual) Community of Practice with other social entrepreneurs during spring semester (Wednesdays 5:00-7:30 pm) and receive guidance as they work on customized deliverables to develop their ventures. The incubator includes educational workshops, social purpose-driven coaching, peer feedback, curated resources, and access to mentors and expert advisors. Members are eligible for micro grants to support stakeholder discovery, prototyping, and implementation of pilot projects and have the exclusive opportunity to compete for seed funding in Social Pitch 2021. Beyond the spring semester, members will have ongoing access to mentoring support, expert advisors, curated resources, and educational, networking, and funding opportunities. Individuals or small teams may apply. ALL majors and levels (undergraduate and graduate) are welcome. See https://go.gies.illinois.edu/IllinoisImpactIncubator2021_flyer

Thanks to Valeri Werpetinski of Origin Ventures Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership for this information item

 Attend an Information Session for the two interdisciplinary certificates being offered through LAS Global Studies!

Kate Kennedy will give a  CAS/ MillerComm2015 presentation, “Music's War Poets,” on  Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. in the Knight Auditorium, Spurlock Museum, 600 South Gregory, Urbana.

Carl Wieman will give a  CAS/ MillerComm2015 presentation, “Taking a Scientific Approach to Science Education,”  on Tuesday,  March 10, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications, 205 W. Clark St., Urbana. 

Dear Illini who want to change the world: 

Are you concerned about issues facing your community, campus or country, and are you actively working to make change?  The prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship program is looking for the academically strong student who has a passion for public service.

Evaluators look for leadership ability, potential for influencing public policies, community service and extracurricular involvement, strong academic performance, and potential to perform well in a graduate school program. It awards $30,000 merit-based scholarships to U.S. citizen college students who wish to attend graduate school in preparation for careers in public service.  Public service includes a wide array of career possibilities, such as public health; local, state, or federal government; educational policy; international relations; conservation; and environmental protection. Candidates should be able to demonstrate leadership experiences in campus and community service activities.

Truman Scholars have pursued many fields of study, such as agriculture, engineering, economics, education, government, history, international relations, law, political science, public administration, and public health. Scholars are required to work in public service for three of the seven years following completion of a Foundation funded graduate degree program as a condition of receiving funding. 

The University of Illinois may nominate up to four students for the Truman Scholarship.  If you are interested in applying, please plan to attend our informational sessions: 

Truman Scholarship Information Session, Thursday, October 11th, 3:30-4:30 pm, 514 Illini Union Bookstore, https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1826?eventId=33302637

Truman Scholarship Writing Workshop, Friday, October 12th, 3:00-4:00 pm, 514 Illini Union Bookstore, https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1826?eventId=33302638

For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu 

Thanks to Suzanna Challen of the National and International Scholarships Office for this information item.

Travel Around the World: The Native American House is on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Illini Union Rooms A,B,C

Check out the Travel Around the World event that will take place during International Education Week on November 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Illini Union Rooms B&C.  This event provides a platform for international students to share about their language and culture, including international music performances! 

This event is part of International Week (11/10 - 11/16/19) is an annual week-long series of cultural, academic, and recreational activities designed to highlight this global campus to the whole community.  Last year, groups around campus held many events with well over 3,000 participants! 

Thanks to Laura Reiter of International Student & Scholar Services for this information item.

Gabrielle LaBare, Tour Coordinator with Patron Services, Krannert Center for the Performing ArtsMonday, March 11, 20195:00 – 6:30 p.m. - Meet under the “Tours Here” sign by the model of KCPA to the left of the Ticket Office, 500 S. Goodwin, Urbana, Illinois**

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the premiere performing venue in the Champaign-Urbana area and the largest performing arts center of any educational institution in the world?  Gabrielle LaBare will host a tour of this amazing facility.  You’ll have the chance to see up to four theaters, the scenery shop, the costume shop, and more! Learn where the trap doors are and what is inside those tall towers!

**Note:  this SAS will be limited to the first 25 confirmed registrants.**

IPRH hosts Tianna S. Paschel on October 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the IPRH Lecture Hall, Levis Faculty Center, Fourth Floor (919 West Illinois Street, Urbana).  Black mobilization in Latin America has long been cast as a story of absence, either because of the presumed lack of salience of race in the everyday realities of Latin Americans, or because of false consciousness. In this presentation, Prof. Tianna S. Paschel (African American Studies and Sociology, University of California–Berkeley) will examine the nature and outcomes of black mobilization in 20th century Latin America, and suggest that while black movements across the region have made important symbolic and material gains over the last decades, these gains have acted as catalysts for the rise of reactionary movements and the receding of Latin America’s so-called pink tide.

Thanks to the Illinois Program for Research in the Humanities for this information item (co-sponsored by the Lemann Institute for Brazilian Studies).

The 2017 Thulin Lecture (Department of Religion) is “An Uncommon Faith: W.E.B. Du Bois and African American Religion” by Eddie Glaude, William S. Tod Professor of Religion and African American Studies; Chair, Center for African American Studies, Princeton University, President, American Academy of Religion:  Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Knight Auditorium, Spurlock Museum, 600 S. Gregory, Urbana.

 Stop by The Career Center!  

Have you ever felt being included or excluded?  Why do we do that?  And what is the significance of inclusion and exclusion in different team settings?

The Women in Leadership Internship Program is now accepting applications for Fall!

Come to the first show of the semester:  “Twelfth Night, Or What You Will” next weekend!

The What You Will Shakespeare Company is excited to present Macbeth!  

The What You Will Shakespeare Company Presents:  Macbeth Auditions!  This show is directed by Orion Lovell and Emma Johnson.

The What You Will Shakespeare Company presents Julius Caesar on 11/7/14 and 11/8/14.

During "The Value of Undergraduate Research Workshop (VURW) Virtual Edition" workshop, the Office of Undergraduate Research staff will discuss the importance (i.e. the personal and professional benefits) of conducting research as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois. Students will leave the workshop with (1) knowledge of the skills that can be developed through research, (2) a better understanding of how undergraduate research can benefit them both personally and in their future careers, and (3) how they can showcase this experience to future employers and professional schools.

Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.

Details and registration link can be found at: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

The US-UK Fulbright Commission applications are now open for the UK Summer Institute Award Programmes for US Undergraduates.  

Attend the Twelfth Black Sacred Music Symposium & Concert!

Do you want to . . .

Serve as a peer leader on campus?

Expand your knowledge about social identities and inclusivity?

Design fun and engaging educational opportunities for your peers?

Develop public speaking and interpersonal communication skills?

 If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the leadership opportunity for you! Become a social justice educator paraprofessional! For more information on how to apply, visit https://go.illinois.edu/SJEPapplication or attend the following information session: 205 Gregory Hall on October 4th 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

 Attend Book Talk with Michael Blanding, author of "The Map Thief"  

Attend one of these events at the Center for Advanced Study!

 Attend a showing of "The Play of Adam" on January 19 and 20!

Alan Nathan, Professor Emeritus, PhysicsThursday, March 28, 20195:15 – 6:30 p.m. (including light dinner)212 Honors House (unless otherwise notified)

It’s the start of the Major League Baseball season!  And we will learn more about the dynamics of the collision between the ball and bat and the aerodynamics of a baseball in flight – including new technologies that enable the study of these topics with unprecedented precision.

Alan Nathan has been engaged in this baseball research for over two decades, and he is regularly consulted about this work by national organizations.  Professor Nathan has served on the editorial board of the journal Sports Engineering and has served on panels advising Major League Baseball, the Amateur Softball Association, the NCAA, and USA Baseball.   His previous research focused on the field of intermediate energy nuclear physics, particularly the study of the quark structure of the nucleon, using the Compton scattering reaction as a probe.