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  • BSWA Game Night

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 18, 2019 8:00 am |  3  Views

    BSWA invites you the first General Meeting of the Spring 2019 semester. Join on February 20, 2019 in Room 2015 from 5PM-6PM for games, snacks, and more information about upcoming events and service opportunities this semester!

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  • MAYC Job Opportunities

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 13, 2019 2:15 pm |  26  Views

    Teen Program Coordinator

    The Teen Programming Coordinator must have experience managing staff and working in youth-based programs. The Teen Director must be over the age of 19 and would typically be working toward a degree within the field of Education, Child Psychology, Social Work, or an equivalent field. The Teen Coordinator Position requires staff and space coordination, scheduling acumen, and clear communication with partnering organizations, staff, and parents.

    The coordinator must participate in 1.5 days of training before the Clubhouse opens for summer. Mahomet Area Youth Club will be open for summer from June 3rd through August 9th from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The Teen Coordinator will attend all field trips and assist with program sponsored transportation. This summer-time position is a 10 to 12-week paid opportunity. If you are interested, please attach a resume along with a cover letter to Chad@mahometyouth.org.  

    Counselor Positions (Seasonal)

    The Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC) is looking for individuals who love to work with kids to assist during summer break and/or spring break.  

    Counselors are responsible for a group of 15 to 20 children on a daily basis. They must ensure children's safety, manage children's behavior, act as a role model and mentor, and model constructive participation in all daily activities. They will work closely with the Programming Director and Executive Director to implement programming and to ensure the safety of all children. Counselors with the help of the children where appropriate are also expected to assist in cleaning up during the day and at the end of each day to ensure facilities are kept neat and tidy for continued use. Counselors should be at least 17 years of age. All Counselors must participate in 1.5 days of training before the Clubhouse opens for summer. Mahomet Area Youth Club will be open for summer from June 3rd through August 9th and spring break from March 18th to 22nd from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Counselors are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is a paid position. Please attach resume along with an e-mail explaining why you are interested in the position to Chad@mahometyouth.org.  

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  • 2019 Illinois LAtino Council on Higher Education Scholarship Opportunities

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 12, 2019 1:30 pm |  39  Views

    The Illinois LAtino Council on Higher Education is accepting applications for two scholarships:

    The Dr. Arias Scholarship Award for Writing and the ILACHE Scholarship (2 recipients will be selected for this one). Please see attached documents.  

    The deadline to apply is March 8th, 2019. All scholarship recipients will be recognized during the 2019 ILACHE Conference on April 19th in Chicago, Illinois (https://ilache.org/page-1794493)

    I am chairing the selection committee, so I’ll be happy to answer questions about these two funding opportunities. Thank you in advance for passing along this opportunity students.

    Sincerely,

    Moises Orozco Villicana, Ph.D.

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  • Women's Career Institute

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 11, 2019 2:30 pm |  10  Views

    The Women's Career Institute is a day long event, on February 23rd, dedicated to developing women identified students' professionalism prior to entering the workforce. Located at Levis Faculty Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, there will be two tracks available that students can bounce between - Enhance Your Confidence and Thriving as a Professional. 

    The registration link is https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPTFXw9haf2joVdJhRMts-2telusToB4slzzg-rDsPKP_6PQ/viewform, breakfast and lunch will be provided. I hope to see an abundance of bright young women at this event and appreciate your time and consideration!

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  • DGS Summer Peer Advisor Position

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 8, 2019 10:00 am |  43  Views

    DGS is excited to be hiring for summer peer advisors again this year. Attached you will find the position description. While we would love some former DGS students on our team, it’s not required to apply. Please send to students who  may be a good fit per the required and preferred qualifications listed.

    Additionally, we will be hosting two informational sessions so students can learn more about this position. It’s not required that a student attend one of these to apply, but we do highly encourage their attendance.

    February 26: 9-10am in IUB 514

    March 5: 3-4pm in IUB 514

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  • Personal Assistants Wanted

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 8, 2019 8:45 am |  4  Views

    Personal assistants wanted to help with activities of daily living.

    Hi my name is Jennifer Welker. I’m looking for Personal Assistants to help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, meal preparation and occasional light housekeeping.

    Pay is $13.00 an hour. One shift is equal to one hour. Flexible times available for shifts. I am willing to work with you but I also need you to be flexible with me. I am dependent on public transportation and sometimes buses run late.

    Location is One-South on North Lincoln Avenue. This is off campus however there is a bus stop directly in front of One-South with buses running every 10 minutes.

    Please contact me with any questions

    Jrwelke2@illinois.edu

    309-224-0891

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  • Illinois Student Government Student Vacancy

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 7, 2019 9:45 am |  11  Views

    The Senate of the Illinois Student Government is the core of the student government. It is made up of 54 Senators from each college or equivalent unit. The seats are apportioned to the colleges by enrollment size. For example, the largest college, the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, has 14 senators, and the smallest college, Education, has one. Graduate students are also members of the Senate, and are elected either from the Graduate College, the College of Law, or the College of Veterinary Medicine. To become a Senator, a student must either win their college’s seat in the Academic Senate during the Spring semester, or fill a vacant seat in the Senate of the ISG. Senators work to pass resolutions to help benefit the student body. Consider applying to be a senator here: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/216909

    With any questions, please reach out to Jessica Tiggelaar at: jwt5@illinois.edu

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  • Illio Senior Portraits

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 6, 2019 1:45 pm |  601  Views

    Illio will be hosting a Senior Picture Pop-Up Session in a couple weeks, February 18th through March 9th. Taking a photo is the only way a senior can be in the yearbook. 

    February 18 - Mar 9, cap and gowns will be provided

    YMCA: Wahl Room
    1001 S. Wright St.
    Champaign, IL 61820

    Book your appointment at illioyearbook.com to reser the spot that works best for you.

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  • February Pre-Law events

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 6, 2019 1:15 pm |  1 View

    LSAT Bootcamp—Monday, February 11 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building (807 S Wright St). What's covered on the LSAT? What is taking the test really like? When should it be taken, and how can test takers best prepare? Learn about all of these topics during LSAT Bootcamp!

    LSAT Bootcamp Schedule:

    4:05-4:45     LSAT Workshop 1: Logic Games with TestMasters LSAT Preparation                        4:55-5:35     LSAT Workshop 2: Analytical Reasoning with Blueprint LSAT Prep                        5:40-6:00     Making Your Best LSAT Prep Plan with Pre-Law Advising ServicesThe LSAT workshops, taught by experienced LSAT instructors, will give you a taste of actual LSAT problems and how to go about solving them for a real understanding of what's covered on the test. Then, we'll talk about upcoming LSAT changes for 2019 and beyond, which will significantly impact LSAT takers. Participants will know how to create their best possible LSAT prep plan. Have some snacks and settle in for the whole time, or just stop by for any part of this free event! Bring your I-card to check in. Alumni are also welcome. For additional details visit http://prelaw.illinois.edu/lsat-bootcamp

    Pre-Law 101—Thursday, February 14 at 4:00 pm in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building (807 S Wright St). This workshop is designed for incoming students who are new to pre-law or are interested in learning more about it. We will cover: What it means to be pre-law at Illinois, course selection, majors, and extracurriculars, building a pre-law resume, and what law schools are really looking for. We will outline a four year plan to maximize your undergraduate experiences in order to make a great law school candidate. We’ll also take any questions about law school and legal careers.  Incoming students should attend a Pre-Law 101 prior to setting up an individual pre-law advising appointment. Click here to register.

    Negotiating Law School Scholarships—Tuesday, February 26 at 6:00 pm in Lincoln Hall 1002. Join us as we host Ann Perry, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Chicago Law School, and Rebecca Ray, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Financial Aid at the University of Illinois College of Law. The deans will share their expertise on law school financial aid and scholarships, including: Understanding your financial aid offer; how to go about requesting reconsideration of your scholarship package; what elements are effective for increasing aid offers; and tips and suggestions for respectful and effective collaborations with financial aid staff. Participants will have the opportunity to ask these experts any and all law school admissions and financial aid questions. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in law school to learn about admission and financial aid processes for law school. No registration necessary.

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  • Work-It-Wednesday - Connect with Research Park Representatives

    by Aaron SurrattFeb 6, 2019 12:45 pm |  2  Views

    Join representatives from Research Park/Enterprise Works for The Career Center’s Work-It-Wednesday on Wednesday, February 13th. This is a great opportunity to learn more about internships and full-time opportunities at Research Park/Enterprise Works and how you can be competitive for them.

    Check out the schedule below and attend when and where you can!

    10:00 - 11:30 am – “Ask Me Anything” Coffee Chats with Research Park/Enterprise Works

    Drop into The Career Center at 715 S. Wright St. to “ask anything” that might be on your mind like how Research Park works, how to find an internship, how to stand out in an interview, or how to be competitive in your job search. Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate will be provided.

    2:00 - 4:30 pm – Resume Reviews with Research Park/Enterprise Works

    Bring a copy of your resume to The Career Center at 715 S. Wright St. to get it reviewed by representatives from Research Park/Enterprise Works. Learn what they are looking for and how to make your resume stand out!

    5:00 - 6:00 pm – “Internships and Opportunities in Research Park” Presentation

    What is Research Park and why should I care? Attend this presentation to learn about the Research Park, the types of internship and full-time opportunities that are available, and what Research Park employers look for in competitive candidates. Presentation will be held at The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St.

    For any questions, email Tori Spring at vspring@illinois.edu.  .  For more details and to RSVP for any of the events, visit Handshake:  https://illinois.joinhandshake.com/events/240361/share_preview.

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