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  • Rural Healthcare summer program Informational

    Tuesday, Jan. 29 | 12-1pm and 4-5pm
    School of Social Work, RM 2015
    1010 W. Nevada

    Information session available to all health professions students!

    A representative from the National Center for Rural Health Professions (NCRHP) will provide information on three rural healthcare programs available in summer 2019.

    Two separate sessions are offered to accommodate student schedules.

    More information can be found at http://www.ncrhp.uic.edu under Student Opportunities.

  • Spring 2019 i-Program Series Dates

    The Illinois Leadership® Center (ILC) would like to inform you about upcoming free leadership development opportunities to share with your students.

    As the premier initiative of the ILC, I-Programs are designed as half-day long seminars (typically on Saturdays) which focus on a particular aspect of leadership practice. Each program is applicable to all academic majors and programs. Below are dates for the spring 2019 semester: 

    ROLLS-ROYCE INNOVATION: Jan. 19th & Mar. 9th 

    Students who participate in Innovation will develop skills in these areas and also an understanding of their dominant problem solving style and its impact on organizations and people.

    INTERSECT: Jan. 26th 

    Students who participate will focus on interpersonal communication and team building by working with fellow students to accomplish team challenge goals.

    PETULLO INSIGHT: Feb. 2nd 

    Students who participate will focus on self-awareness by identifying their personal values and personal leadership philosophy, while exploring their personal strengths and social identities. 

    IGNITE: Feb. 9th 

    Students who participate can expect to develop skill in leading change initiatives, as well as learn about systems thinking and coalition building to develop a plan for their own change initiative. 

    IMPRINT: Feb. 23rd 

    Led by Illinois alumni from a variety of professions, students will develop skills needed for displaying leadership during times of transition, and learn to maintain the personal and professional networks to sustain success in any environment.

    INTEGRITY: Mar. 30th 

    Focusing on the skills necessary for interpersonal and organizational ethical leadership, students who participate in Integrity are faced with ethical challenges and learn how to successfully navigate them with the help of skilled facilitators.

    INCLUSION: Apr. 13th

    Students who participate will focus on concepts such as equity, equality, diversity, inclusion, and bias by recognizing the values of others, and identify differing social identities in relation to leadership. 

  • Illinois in Washington Information Session

    Illinois in Washington (Summer 2019 Washington, DC Internships): Information Session, January 17th Illinois in Washington (IIW) is an academic internship program open to all U of I undergraduates. Participants live and intern in Washington, DC, while taking U of I classes.  IIW offers an exceptional opportunity to gain rewarding work experience while enjoying the political, intellectual, and cultural experiences that only the nation's capital can offer.  Student internships have included positions with members of Congress, think tanks, social justice organizations, and government agencies.  Join us for an unforgettable semester in one of the most exciting cities in the world. Apply by February 1, 2019, at http://www.washington.illinois.edu/apply/information/

    INFORMATION SESSION DATE AND TIME: January 17, 2019, 5-6 PM

    LOCATION: David Kinley Hall, Room 119

  • NASW Illinois Chapter Student Survey

    In advance of their spring meeting, NASW Illinois Chapter sent a survey all student members of NASW IL with the goal of trying to see what their specific needs are as they enter the professional world following graduation. The survey responses will help them prepare presentations to students on a wide range of professional issues.  Students who complete this survey and provide their email will be entered in a raffle for two, $10.00 Starbucks gift cards!

    Students can click the link below to complete this survey.

     Survey link:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZDXL8YC

  • Illinois Enactus' Info Night

    Illinois Enactus is an organization that aims to create real change through our projects while preparing our members to succeed in their future careers. We are committed to using entrepreneurial action to transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world. We rank Top 12 in the nation among hundreds of Enactus teams. We accept students of all majors and are looking for individuals who are committed to creating sustainable change. You can find out more about us at illinoisenactus.com or through our Facebook Page. Email huiyiyk2@illinois.edu with questions.    

    Tuesday, January 22, 7:00 p.m.
    Wohlers Hall, Room 141
    llinois Enactus' Info Night

  • Senate Committee on Student Discipline and the Office for Student Conflict Resolution

    The Senate Committee on Student Discipline and the Office for Student Conflict Resolution are now seeking to fill vacant student, staff, and faculty seats on the Subcommittee on Undergraduate Student Conduct and the Subcommittee on Graduate Student Conduct, and vacant faculty, student and staff seats on the Subcommittee on Sexual Misconduct. Applications are due on Feb. 28, 2019 https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/774201.

  • Opportunity for Those Going Abroad Next Semester

    Hello fellow Social Work students! I am in the process of creating a database as part of a post-abroad follow up assignment. The intent is to provide the DRES office with data regarding accessibility in various study abroad programs to encourage those with disabilities to seek out opportunities abroad. The ultimate goal of my project is to increase study abroad participation among students with disabilities on campus. This database will be a collection of study abroad programs and the types of accessibility offered in host countries. This will allow students with disabilities to access information when choosing a study abroad program to ensure that they identify an opportunity that is most supportive of their needs. If you are willing to collect this information during your time abroad, please reach out to me via email (provided below). This is not limited to Social Work students.  Anyone going abroad can participate, so if you have a friend in a different major that is studying abroad in the Spring of 2019, please pass this information along! This would be completely on your own time and not a huge commitment, being that you will have all semester to gather this info.  And you have the opportunity to support others in their study abroad experiences!  All you would be responsible for is noting your observations in an excel spreadsheet. (Accessible restaurants, bathrooms, stores, doors, means of transportation etc). If you are interested and looking for more info please do not hesitate to reach out! 

    Thanks, 

    Becky Diamond

    Email: rkdiamo2@illinois.edu

  • Crisis Nursery Donation Drive

    SOCW 455 is holding a donation drive as a final project. We are collecting donations for Crisis Nursery in Urbana! Please consider donating much-needed products like: children’s supplies—diapers, powder, wipes, toys etc., individual snacks—animal crackers, pretzels, popcorn etc., and Children’s clothes—please check flyer for details. Let’s work together to make these resources easily accessible especially during this holiday season!

  • MLK Day of Service 2019 — Lead, Challenge, Impact

    MLK Day of Service 2019 — Lead, Challenge, Impact

    MLK Day of Service is an opportunity for students to learn about the dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the impact he made throughout the country and around the world. Join us on Monday, January 21, 2019, from 1:00pm-4:00pm to commemorate Dr. King's ideals of community involvement, share his legacy, and translate his dreams into action on campus and around the community!

  • Social Work Job Board

    If you are looking for an internship or job opportunity, check out the School of Social Work job board. Jobs are added continuously!