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  • Now Accepting Applications to Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassadors Program (IURA)

    Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassadors (IURA) are a collaborative cohort of accomplished and experienced students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Ambassadors will promote undergraduate research on campus and help the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) develop and maintain student-focused programs that represent the U of I's diverse array of disciplines. If you would like the opportunity to join this prestigious and dynamic team, the deadline to apply is March 16, 2020 at 11:59pm.

    What do ambassadors do?

    Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassadors (IURAs):

    1. Represent and promote the mission of OUR to current and prospective students. This includes on-campus recruiting & outreach events, classroom presentations, and other informational events at the discretion of OUR staff.
    2. Hold one-on-one meetings to mentor students through the undergraduate research experience at the University of Illinois. This includes helping students get started, locate opportunities, and develop individualized research plans
    3. Serve on one of three specialized committees (workshops, outreach & promotion, program development - more information below)
    4. Serve as a student advisory board and provide critical feedback about OUR programs and initiatives.
    5. Publicize undergraduate research via social media.
    6. Support OUR with the planning and coordination of the Undergraduate Research Symposium.
    7. Ambassadors earn a $200 stipend per semester for their service.

    Click the link above for requirements and more information.

  • Notify Me - Receive a notification when a seat in a full section or course becomes available

    Want to know when a seat becomes available in a section of a course? 

    Course explorer is launching a “Notify Me” option in Course Explorer. This feature lets any authenticated user select “Favorites” and opt to receive an email if a seat becomes available in the section—when the status changes from Closed to Open. (FYI, the section status updates in Course Explorer from Self-Service every 10 minutes.)

    To set up a notification follow these steps:

    In order to do this go to https://courses.illinois.edu/ and log in. The log in link is on the top right hand side.
    Then navigate to the course that you’re interested in https://courses.illinois.edu/schedule/2018/spring/SOCW/321 for example.
    Then in the 3rd column, click on the star. This will add it to your favorites. When you do that a little window pops up that you can go to your favorites in my.courses.
    Or you can click on “My Favorites” which is an orange box toward the right hand part of the screen.
    The second column on this screen “Notify Me” has a checkbox you can click to be notified via e-mail if someone drops the course and space opens up.

    The email notification will state the following:

    This is an automated message from the Course Explorer system notifying you that a seat has become available for the following section:

    Term:
    Course:
    CRN:
    Meeting day/time:

    This notification does not guarantee you the seat nor indicate that you are eligible to enroll in that section.

    Visit Student Self-Service to register for classes once your Time Ticket is active.
    Modify your notifications in the Course Explorer.

  • New student library tours Aug. 30 and 31

    Get to know the University Library system and services. We'll take you on a tour of the Main and Undergraduate Libraries, stopping to see all major service points. Next, we'll provide you with an introduction to the Library Gateway, your home for virtual library resources. Tours start in the Marshall Gallery, on the east side of the Main Library on the first floor, at 11 a.m. on 8/30 and 8/31.

  • “News & Brews: What's on Your Ballot?”

    Riggs Beer Company will be hosting an event called “News & Brews: What's on Your Ballot?” on October 9th from 6-7:30. If you are interested in learning more about this event, please follow the link below.

    https://www.facebook.com/events/487451561725747/

  • New Registration Tool - Schedule Generator

    Schedule Generator allows students to:

    block days/times for work, meals, meetings, etc.
    compare potential schedules in an easy to read day/time grid (similar to the current “week at a glance” display) to determine best fit
    email potential schedules to friends in order to coordinate classes
    automatically transfer a selected schedule to Plan Ahead, which allows registration with a couple of clicks when the student’s time ticket opens

    Instructions, including screen shots and a short video, are available beginning tomorrow at https://registrar.illinois.edu/how-to-use-schedule-generator.

  • New Pre-Health Resource

    The Career Center has developed a brand new resource for students pursuing health professions: Pre-Health at Illinois Compass2g. They created this resource to have an additional platform where students can get the information they are seeking about preparing for health professions in a setting they are already using for their classes-Compass2g. Please note that this is not a class that students will enroll in, but just more detailed information related to careers in healthcare. The information in the page will evolve over time, with new content, videos, events, etc. This should be a continuous resource for students, and they hope to reach students that might not seek out health professions advising.

    As of right now, students will need to request access to the page by filling out a form at https://go.illinois.edu/prehealthcompass. Due to high volume of requests, students should expect 5 business for processing. Once their request has been processed, the page should display in their My Illinois Compass2g.

  • New Minor - Child Health and Well-being

    Understanding child development and well-being are integral to keeping a child healthy. Similarly, knowing how to interact with children, how to ask family members questions to assess development, and knowing typical milestones in development by age group are all a part of good medical and allied health practices. The child health and well-being minor combines theoretical and practical approaches to understanding child development and well-being. Coursework in this minor examines child development biologically, psychologically, and socially from birth through age 18. Development is looked at in the context of the child’s daily experience, with additional coursework focused on medical settings, special needs challenges, and grief.

    The minor requires a minimum of 19 hours; ten hours of courses on child development and nine hours of courses examining health and well-being. 6 hours of advanced course credit must be distinct from credit earned for a student's major or another minor.

  • New for Fall 2020 SOCW 199: Technologies: Social Issues, Ethics and Design

    Have you ever thought about how as technology advances, devices and services we use might have biases just like us? Have you ever wanted to explore how the technological design of things like phones, apps, or even systems like the criminal justice system, have been designed without thoughtful consideration of societal implications?

    If you have, then meet us at the intersection of humankind + technology as we investigate the history and policy of social sciences and technology, explore emerging technologies through an ethical lens, and be future oriented in ways we can develop, intervene, and create a just future for all through tech.

    Tues/Thurs: 2-3:20 PM Siebel Center for Design
    Instructor: Julie Munoz-Najar MSW, LSW, Clinical Assistant Professor

  • New Fall Internship Options for Study Abroad in Rome

    Take advantage of the extended deadline (April 30th) for the Sustainable Italian Food Systems study abroad program in Rome, Italy.  Illinois Abroad & Global Exchange (IAGE) has also added additional internship options for students who enroll for the Fall 2018 term.  Students can earn 3 LAS 300-level credits for an optional, customized internship in conjunction with earning Illinois credit for classes taken abroad for 13 or 16 total credits for the Fall semester.  Included in the program is a three-week field trip to northern and southern Italy where students will have the opportunity to participate in class-led excursions to regional farms and wineries.  They will also learn about Italy’s sustainable food culture by doing research projects and participating in international conferences and events.  This program is a great opportunity for students to earn credit toward their degree, while also gaining practical experience for their future career!

    Read more about studying abroad in Fall 2018 in Rome, Italy.

  • New Drop Deadline and Credit/No-Credit Deadlines

    There are two new academic deadlines that I want to share with you.

    First, the deadline to drop a course is now, Friday, December 18th. If you want to drop a course (you will have a "W" on your transcript, you can do so until the 18th.

    The Credit/No-Credit Deadline is now January 5th. There will be a different form to utilize for this option, though it has not been created by the Registrar's Office yet. You can elect credit/no-credit for major (now CSWE approved!), minor, or general education credit, though you will still need to earn a C- or higher to earn this credit. 

  • New American Welcome Center Internships

    My name is Griselda Escobedo and I work with the University YMCA's New American Welcome Center. I am emailing you in hopes that you would consider sharing the following opportunities to any and all of your students whom you think might be interested in joining our team next semester.

    The New American Welcome Center has opened its applications for our 2021 spring internships. We are looking for interested and passionate students to apply to our four available internship programs: Immigrant Outreach, Legal Services, Immigrant Helpline and Development/Grants. As a past intern myself I can say that these internships are very rewarding and they are also a great way for students to get professional development with a nonprofit organization and become better advocates for the community.

    For descriptions of each internship available, students can be directed to the New American Welcome Center's page here, and the portal where students can submit their application and resume is here.

  • NCSA's SPIN paid internships application deadline Feb. 9

    The deadline for the NCSA’s Students Pushing INnovation (SPIN) internships is Sunday, February 9th for the Summer 2020 session. Please share this announcement with undergraduate students.

    NCSA has a history of nurturing innovative concepts, and some of the best ideas have come from highly motivated, creative undergraduate students. The SPIN internship program was launched to provide University of Illinois undergraduates with the opportunity to participate in hands-on research and contribute to interdisciplinary projects covering focus research areas in Culture and Society, Earth and Environment, Bioinformatics and Health Sciences, Material and Manufacturing, Data and Computational Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, and Digital Agriculture. Go to our website, spin.ncsa.illinois.edu, and click on the “Apply” tab.

    SPIN Summer 2020 session:

    Program dates: June 8 – July 31, 2020
    Work 20 hours/week for 8 weeks
    SPIN interns earn $12.50 per hour and are paid as Undergraduate Hourly employees
    Any UIUC undergraduate student in good academic standing
    No restriction on year of study or major
    International students are eligible

  • NCSA's SPIN Open House on October 25

    NCSA’s Students Pushing Innovation (SPIN) internship program will host the SPIN Open House on October 25 from 3-5pm in the NCSA atrium to promote the summer 2018 internship projects. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet with our SPIN mentors who are NCSA research staff and faculty affiliates and learn more about the projects. See the attached flyer.

    2018 SPIN summer session:

    An 8-week summer session (June 4- July 27, 2018)

    All NCSA SPIN interns are paid $12.50/hour

    No restriction on year of study or major; international students are eligible

  • NCSA SPIN Open House on April 16 from 3-5pm

    NCSA’s Students Pushing Innovation (SPIN) internship program will host the SPIN Open House on April 16 from 3-5pm in the NCSA Atrium to promote the Academic Year 2018-19 internship projects. Students will have an opportunity to meet with our SPIN mentors who are NCSA researchers and faculty affiliates and learn more about the projects. See the attached flyer. 

    SPIN academic year session:

    Program dates: August 27, 2018 -May 1, 2019

    Work 5 hours/week for 16 weeks each semester

    All NCSA SPIN interns are paid $12.50/hour

    Any U of I undergraduate student in good academic standing

    No restriction on year of study or major

    International students are eligible

  • National Volunteer Week

    The University of Illinois will celebrate National Volunteer Week on April 23-29. Office of Volunteer Programs (OVP) has highlighted volunteer opportunities around the Champaign-Urbana area to help engage students in their community to make a difference and participate in National Volunteer Week. To view a complete list of volunteer events and opportunities, go to http://go.illinois.edu/nationalvolunteerweek.

  • National Social Work Month Trivia Answers and Winners

    March is National Social Work Month! How much do you know about social work? On 3/5, 3/12, and 3/26, you will receive an emailed link to trivia questions, and you have until 11:59 pm to reply with your answer.  Each correct answer will provide you with an entry into the weekly drawing for some social work swag. The winners will be announced in the weekly newsletters on 3/9, 3/23 and 3/30. 

    There were no BSW entries last week. You can't win if you don't enter!

    SOCIAL WORK TRIVIA ANSWERS & WINNERS

    The National Association of Social Workers is the source for the student code of ethics for becoming a professional social worker.  True

    You must complete 3000 hours of supervision before you can take the Licensed Clinical Social Work exam. True

    Winners: Jennifer Abell, Ashley Alexander, Iliana Barragan, Maribel Belen, Nicole Cantoni, Molly Conn, Samantha Fragale, Markie Gentry, Rachel Gonzales, Natalie Kos, Vicky Li, Katelyn Moser, Zoe Piedra, Erin Rooney, Melissa Smith, Ashley Wilson-Bell.

  • National Social Work Month Trivia

    March is National Social Work Month. Students will be given an opportunity to participate in Social Work Trivia each week, except during Spring Break. They will receive a link each Thursday which will provide them with trivia questions. All who answer the questions correctly by the 11:59 pm deadline will be entered into a drawing for some social work swag on the following Mondays (3/9, 3/23, and 3/30).  The winners will be announced in the BSW, MSW and PhD weekly newsletters.

  • National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates

    National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU): Treatment-Related Research for Youth with Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Problems

    The goal of this REU site program is to provide undergraduate students (psychology, social work, biology, pre-med, education) with an in-depth, hands-on experience focused on gaining clinical research skills for children with social, emotional and behavioral problems (SEB).

    Students are trained in the application of the scientific method to develop hypotheses, and trained on how to design and conduct research studies on treatment-related issues for children with SEB. Students are also trained in the ethical conduct of research.

    Students are mentored by full-time, Ph.D.-level faculty members from psychology and medicine who have strong programs of research. Faculty members’ expertise includes:

    Services for children and adolescents with SEBsParent-related stress and engagement in services for children’s SEBFactors impacting school services for SEBDecision-making for SEB services among parents, providers, teachers and childrenIntegrated health systems for children and families with SEB living in rural or underserved settings. 

    Learn more at https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/education/pre-med-education/summer-programs/nsf/index.cfm

  • National Eating Disorders Association Champaign-Urbana, IL 2018 Walk Promotion

    The National Eating Disorders Association, Champaign-Urbana, IL Walk is on Saturday, April 21st from 9:00am-11:30am at University of Illinois Arboretum - 2001 S Lincoln Ave. In 2017, over 20,000 walkers participated nationwide at 85+ locations!

    The Champaign-Urbana Walk will be an incredible morning of raising awareness and funds for eating disorder awareness programs, education outreach, and the support of individuals and families. We want to build community, inspire activism, and work with a diverse group of individuals that support NEDA’s goals and interests. We have a phenomenal line-up of speakers and presenters.

    The audience mainly consists of young adults, so we would greatly appreciate help recruiting participants, teams, and volunteers to promote this Walk on campus. It is critical to connect with as many students, faculty, and staff as possible because 30 million people suffer from a clinically significant eating disorder at some time in their life and eating disorders are widespread across college campuses. This would be a fantastic opportunity to stand with students affected by eating disorders and foster necessary dialogue about eating disorders on campus.

    Our goal is to garner support in many capacities and raise over $25,000 at the Champaign-Urbana Walk. NEDA is a 501(c)3 non-profit and the proceeds aid our programs and services like our toll free, confidential Helpline. We welcome any assistance recruiting participants/teams for the Walk and connecting with volunteers and organizations to help promote the event on campus (through announcements to classes, tabling, mass emails, online/print publications, chalking, etc.). 

    The link to register is: https://nedawalk.org/select_walk/individual 

    Please contact elehman@nationaleatingdisorders.org or 312-351-5602 about the steps you want to take to support the Walk or with any questions you might have.

  • National Disability Day of Mourning Vigil

    As part of National Disability Day of Mourning, Social Justice and Leadership Education intern Kathleen Downes, the Women’s Resources Center, and a team of people fighting for disability justice at the University of Illinois will hold a vigil on March 1 from 6-8pm to honor people with disabilities murdered by family members and caregivers. It will be held in 2050 SDRP. The event is wheelchair accessible and all are welcome. We will be reading the names of the victims, voicing our grief, and fighting for the day that there no more names on the list of the dead. The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) has compiled a list of more than 950 such murders that have occurred over the last 38 years, though the number is likely higher than that which is reported.

    In hosting this event at the University of Illinois, we seek to send the message that disabled lives are worth living and that disability is not a justification for violence. Please join us in celebrating the lives of the victims and telling our community and the world that these crimes must end. Violence against people with disabilities and damaging cultural attitudes that justify it are not acceptable. Please contact Kathleen Downes at kdownes2@illinois.edu for further information or to help plan the event.

  • National Association of Black Social Workers Interest Meeting

    The National Association of Black Social Workers will be hosting meetings to see if there is interest in creating a chapter of this national organization here on campus.

    Meetings will be Wednesdays at 5:30 PM in room 2015.

  • NASW-IL Lobby Leader Training Program

    Wednesday, 4/1, from 10 am – 4 pm, Hilton Garden Inn, 3100 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield. NASW-IL is seeking social work students to help educate and lead social workers through the capitol to scheduled meetings with their senate and house legislators. You will attend a full day of training on 4/1 and lead groups during Advocacy Day on 4/2.  Lodging, breakfast and lunch will be provided on 4/1 and your registration for Advocacy Day will be waived.  Apply for the one-day training at  https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/lobby-leader-application-advocacy-day-2020/.

    If accepted, the SSW will provide a $25 stipend for travel to Springfield. Contact Sharva Hampton-Campbell at shamcamp@illinois.edu for more information.

  • 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

  • NASW IL Chapter update - Student Volunteers needed for Statewide Conference

    Student volunteers needs at NASW IL Chapter Statewide conference, November 5-7, 2019

    The NASW IL Chapter Statewide conference will take place November 5-7, 2019 at the Westin Northshore in Wheeling. http://naswilmeets.org/.

    We are needs for students volunteers on the following days:

    Tuesday, November 5, 2019 – Seven (7) volunteersWednesday, November 6, 2019 – 12 volunteersThursday, November 7, 2019 – 12 volunteers

    This is a great opportunity for students to experience a social work conference. Interested students should complete the following online form:

    https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/2019-student-monitor-volunteer-form/

  • NASW-IL Board of Directors: Nominations (deadline: March 1, 2017)

    The NASW Nominations and Leadership Committee is looking for undergrads and grad students interested in nominating others or themselves to be on the NASW –IL Board of Directors.

    This link below connects any interested social worker and student to the NASW page where they can gather more information about being on the Board of Directors, the responsibilities and opportunities for leadership development, and networking in our amazing profession:

    http://naswil.org/news/chapter-news/featured/call-for-leadership-2017-chapter-leadership-opportunities/ 

    FYI:

    Anyone who is elected to serve on the NASW Board of Directors commits to Quarterly meetings in Chicago. If not residing in the Chicago area, NASW pays for their mileage and hotel stay when they attend these meetings.

  • NASW-IL Advocacy Day at the Capitol

    Thursday, 4/2, 9 am – 3 pm. The SSW has chartered a bus to transport students to Advocacy Day.

    This year’s Advocacy Day attendees will meet at the staging location before heading over to the Illinois State Capitol building for a day of lobbying and observing legislative action with peers. Attendees will be split up by their senate and house districts and lead by a trained NASW-Illinois Chapter Lobby Leader (LL) to meetings with their elected officials—lobby leaders have been trained in effective lobbying and have a familiarity with the capitol. Lobby leaders will serve as the point person for your legislative visits and will assist the group in effective lobbying practices. After lobbying, all social workers will gather by the Lincoln Statue in front of the Illinois State Capitol building for a rally (weather permitting) with invited elected representatives.

    Registration to attend Advocacy Day is $10.00, and the deadline to register is Friday, 3/27. Register HERE.

    Register HERE for the SSW chartered bus. Registration is open until the bus reaches capacity.

  • MSW Open House

    The School of Social Work will be hosting an MSW Open House for prospective MSW students on November 1st from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. 

    Please register for the event if you'd like to attend and learn more about the MSW program at Illinois.

  • Most popular General Education courses for Social Work Students

    Hello students!

    As you prepare for registration, consider these General Education courses, which have been the most popular over the past several years for Social Work students, but don't be afraid to try something else that's not on the list!

  • Most Popular Gen Eds for Social Work Students

    Here is a list of the most popular Gen Eds for the various categories that Social Work students have taken over the past 8 years.

  • Montage Arts Journal Call for Submissions

    Montage, the student-run arts journal, is calling for submissions of original prose, poetry, and/or visual art between now and November 18, so please encourage undergraduates to submit their work, following the guidelines in the flyer.  Questions can be directed to montagejournal@gmail.com

  • Montage art journal accepting submissions

    Montage is now accepting submissions! We want to share your writing and art with the rest of campus in our published journal next spring!

    Submission Guidelines

    Prose: up to 3,000 words of short fiction, flash fiction, and/or creativenon fiction

    Poetry: up to 300 lines of poetry in any form

    Drama: up to 3,000 words in a one-act or screenplay excerpt

    Art: up to 10 images

    Submission period: January 14th– March 1st

    For more information and to submit, email montagejournal@gmail.com

  • 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!

  • MLK Day of Service 2018 — Dream, Believe, Do

    MLK Day of Service is an opportunity for students to learn about the dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the impact he had throughout the country and around the world. Join us on Monday, January 15, 2018 (1 to 4pm) to share in his legacy and to translate dreams into action on campus and around the community!

    The MLK Day of Service is for both individual students and student groups. Register with friends and meet new people! Select your activity preferences. Walk-in also welcome.

    You can also sign up as an Event Volunteer.  Go behind the scenes to make the Service Day possible. Help with set up, check-in, clean up, and activity support.

    Individual

    Group

    Event Volunteer

    On January 15 check-in will be from 12:00 to 1:00 pm in the Illini Union at the Illini Rooms ABC (first floor on the east side). Spots are limited for all projects.

    Event Schedule for on-campus projects

    12:00 pm - Check-in begins (please bring your i-card)
    1:00 pm - Welcome and Program
    2:00 pm - Service Projects
    4:00 pm - Complete any additional service projects with remaining supplies

    Event Schedule for off-campus projects (pre-registered groups only)

    1:45 pm - Arrive at location
    2:00 pm - Start service project
    4:00 pm - Finish project

  • Mindful Monday

    Take a break! Sit back and relax. Enjoy a relaxation technique facilitated by the McKinley Health stress management peers. 

    Topic: Mindful Monday - October 5 @ 7:00PM  
    Time: Oct 5, 2020 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)  
    https://illinois.zoom.us/j/92140937843?pwd=TFAzUnJZWXRVZkU5T2J3UTZsRDVmdz09  
    Meeting ID: 921 4093 7843  
    Password: 644808  

    Topic: Mindful Monday - October 5 @ 7:15PM  
    Time: Oct 5, 2020 07:15 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
    https://illinois.zoom.us/j/91283731362?pwd=RytwdnB3M3cralA3T3dwRldHS25CUT09  
    Meeting ID: 912 8373 1362  
    Password: 183953  

    Topic: Mindful Monday - October 5 @ 7:30PM  
    Time: Oct 5, 2020 07:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)  
    https://illinois.zoom.us/j/96078283281?pwd=eXZnR0VKeFhRTEU1K1pjdCsyOWV1dz09  
    Meeting ID: 960 7828 3281  
    Password: 444471  

    Topic: Mindful Monday - October 5 @ 7:45PM
    Time: Oct 5, 2020 07:45 PM Central Time (US and Canada)  
    Join Zoom Meeting  
    https://illinois.zoom.us/j/95490312691?pwd=ZU9HcnJvS3pHbHBIUUg3OTJvMnFrQT09  
    Meeting ID: 954 9031 2691  
    Password: 377909  

  • Mi Carerra Workshop

    Take steps NOW to transition from language student to multilingual professional.

    Tuesday, 10/9/18, 5:00-7:00 pm
    Lucy Ellis Lounge 1080 FLB (behind the elevators)

    Food provided!
    RSVP by October 1
    tmatos@illinois.edu

  • Meet with Dean Anderson!

    BSW Students,

    Please join Dean Anderson on Wednesday April 17, 2019 in Room 2018 from 5:00-6:00PM. Dean Anderson has set aside this time to specifically meet with current BSW students to gather feedback on your experiences in the program and current needs.

    Food will be provided. Please RSVP if you plan to attend to ensure enough food is ordered. Even if you can only attend for a few minutes, your thoughts and feedback are important, please attend if you are able.

    You can RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18EKNhoFgaYKT87g2Rziwr817w4r_BmqeoCuhY6pFzHM/edit?usp=sharing

  • MDA Summer Camp Volunteer Opportunity

    As part of MDA’s mission to transform the lives of people affected by neuromuscular disease, MDA Summer Camp gives kids ages 8-17 the freedom to be kids with others who are just like them during a life-changing week of fun and friendship — all at no cost to their families. Summer Camp opens a world of possibilities to kids with neuromuscular diseases who often experience limitations in life and daily activities. Kids call Summer Camp the “best week of the year.”

    Locally, we are recruiting volunteers to support the MDA Summer Camp of Illinois program taking place at the Timber Pointe Outdoor Center in Hudson, IL from Saturday, July 6th – Friday, July 12th. MDA relies on the support and dedication of volunteers who are by campers’ sides day and night so that they can do all the fun activities that camp offers such as zip-lining, horseback riding, swimming, fishing, and more. Volunteers will participate in activities with the campers, push wheelchairs, lift and transfer kids, assist with daily living tasks, and have fun!

    Our camp program is overnight, and we need volunteers to commit to being on site the entire week. MDA provides pre-camp training to all volunteers, and all meals and lodging are provided. We award 144 service hours for the week, and it is a great way for students to enhance their resumes and help make them stronger candidates when applying for scholarships, graduate school, internships, and employment. More importantly, camp will enrich students’ lives and inspire them in ways they never dreamed possible.

    To apply to be an MDA Summer Camp volunteer students can visit https://www.mda.org/summer-camp/volunteer.

  • McKinley Health Center's 27th Annual Health Fair - DIVE DEEPER INTO YOUR HEALTH

    Wednesday, April 8th, at the Illini Union Rooms A, B, and C from 10 AM to 3 PM. The major goal of the event is to promote general wellness among the University of Illinois diverse student populations. This event is open to everyone in the community. There will be a variety of free screenings provided by local health care providers as well as from the university.

  • MAYC Job Opportunities

    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.  

  • May 2019 Graduation Announcement

    Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Tryon Festival Theatre, Krannert

    The ceremony will begin at 2:00 p.m.  Students should arrive at 1:00 p.m. to line up.

    The final deadline to order attire online is April 24, 2019 at 10:00 p.m.

    http://socialwork.illinois.edu/school-of-social-work-convocation-ceremony/

  • Mary Ramier Grant for Undergraduate Women

    The Mary Ramier Grant is set up to inspire undergraduate women to develop as successful leaders, activists, and professionals.  Mary Ramier, a 1923 graduate of the University of Illinois, was an attorney and activist from Indianapolis, IN.   She was remembered for tackling problems in her Irvington neighborhood, including a petition drive that led to much-needed urban renovation.  She also worked at the national level as an attorney and officer for the Mortar Board National Senior Women’s Honorary.

    The grant will be awarded competitively and can be used to

    Support research research travel research materials such as books, recording equipment, etc. conference travel Creative projects such as, but not limited to zines films plays Field trips that are related to gender and women’s studies Other activities that promote the advancement of women 

     

    Awards are usually between $50 and $500.  The Gender and Women’s Studies awards committee will determine the amount and number of awards per year based on the merit of individual proposals and financial need.  Money will not be awarded for tuition costs or living expenses.   

    Requirements: All undergraduate women in good standing are eligible to apply.  Applicants should fill out an application form, and include the name of a faculty member who might be called for reference. 

    Fall Semester Deadline:                October 1

    Spring Semester Deadline:           March 1

    For more information about the grant, please contact Jacque Kahn at the Department of Gender & Women’s Studies by e-mail: gws-email@illinois.edu

     

  • Mary Ramier Grant for Undergraduate Women

    The Mary Ramier Grant is set up to inspire undergraduate women to develop as successful leaders, activists, and professionals.  Mary Ramier, a 1923 graduate of the University of Illinois, was an attorney and activist from Indianapolis, IN.   She was remembered for tackling problems in her Irvington neighborhood, including a petition drive that led to much-needed urban renovation.  She also worked at the national level as an attorney and officer for the Mortar Board National Senior Women’s Honorary.

    The grant will be awarded competitively and can be used to:

    Support research - research travel, research materials such as books, recording equipment, etc., conference travel
    Creative projects such as, but not limited to zines films plays
    Field trips that are related to gender and women’s studies
    Other activities that promote the advancement of women 

    Awards are usually between $50 and $500.  The Gender and Women’s Studies awards committee will determine the amount and number of awards per year based on the merit of individual proposals and financial need.  Money will not be awarded for tuition costs or living expenses.   

    Requirements: All undergraduate women in good standing are eligible to apply.  Applicants should fill out an application form, and include the name of a faculty member who might be called for reference. 

    Fall Semester Deadline:                    October 1

    The attached application form can also be accessed at:  https://gws.illinois.edu/award/mary-ramier-grant

  • Mary Ramier Grant

    Mary Ramier Grant

    The Mary Ramier Grant is set up to inspire undergraduate women to develop as successful leaders, activists, and professionals.  Mary Ramier, a 1923 graduate of the University of Illinois, was an attorney and activist from Indianapolis, IN.   She was remembered for tackling problems in her Irvington neighborhood, including a petition drive that led to much-needed urban renovation.  She also worked at the national level as an attorney and officer for the Mortar Board National Senior Women’s Honorary.

  • March 11th Wellness Wednesday

    Restorative Exercise: Moving Better for Students. CU Movement, Wednesday, 3/11,
    12-12:50 & 5-5:50 pm, Rm 2018

  • Map the System 2020 Social Innovation Challenge

    Deeply explore an issue that matters to you and share your findings with the world!

    Map the System is a global competition that challenges you to think differently about social and environmental change. Participants can apply as an individual or in a team of up to 5 members. At least one participant must be a current Illinois student (undergraduate or graduate, ALL majors welcome). Recent alumni, non-students, or students from another institution may join an eligible Illinois team. In addition to developing critical skills for changemaking, your participation in Map the System 2020 will help spark ideas for social ventures and open up new opportunities to participate in the Illinois social innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. To learn about Map the System 2020: http://mapthesystem.sbs.ox.ac.uk/

    Join a global movement that values understanding problems FIRST before proposing solutions. Develop your systems-level thinking, research, presentation, and changemaking skills. Receive guidance, coaching, and support through workshops and individualized feedback. Present in the campus semi-final for a chance to represent Illinois at the University of Oxford Global Final (June 5-7) and network with changemakers from over 50 institutions around the world. For campus semi-final winner: receive sponsorship to compete for cash prizes at the University of Oxford Global Final (includes registration, airfare, and accommodations for up to 5 team members).

    Registration Deadline is February 5, 2020 @ 5:00 PM (CST):  https://go.illinois.edu/MTS2020Registration

    *Topic scope and team formation may be changed after registration date.

    Information Sessions:

    W (1/22): 4-5 pm 130 Wohlers
    W (1/29): 4-5 pm 130 Wohlers
    R (1/23): 6-7 pm 1028 LH
    R (1/30): 7-8 pm 106B3 EH
    F (1/24): 4-5 pm 106B3 EH
    F (1/31): 4-5 pm 1090 LH
    T (1/28): 6-7 pm 106B3 EH
    M (2/3): 6-7 pm 106B3 EH

    For more details, contact Valeri Werpetinski (werpetin@illinois.edu).

  • Make a difference on issues that matter this summer with the Fund for the Public Interest!

    What are you planning to do with your summer? Do you want to make a real difference, working to protect the environment or public health? Do you want to gain real-world experience and pick up valuable skills? Do you want to make good money?

    Apply for a job with the Fund this summer, and you could get all of that and more. We’re a national, non-profit organization that builds the people power for America’s leading environmental and social change organizations.

    We’re hiring in over 30 cities across the country this summer to raise money and get thousands of people to take action. You’ll make a real difference on important issues. You may be working to help stop global warming, fight fracking, get factory farms to stop overusing antibiotics or standing up for clean water.

    You’ll gain real-world experience and learn valuable skills. Making change happen isn’t easy, but history has shown time and again that when we build enough people power we can win. But to do that we need people who have the skills and leadership ability to get things done. And that’s what you’ll learn with the Fund.

    We have a great training program. Training starts the first day, and it continues throughout your time on staff. You will have the opportunity to learn how to lead a team, run news conferences, all while developing your public speaking skills, raising money and motivating people to get involved and take action… skills that will be valuable, no matter what kind of job you want in the future.

    And, you’ll make good money.

    Many people are faced with a tough choice for how to spend their summer. Do I earn money by waiting tables, painting houses or making lattes, or do I take that unpaid internship so I can get real-world experience, or work on something I care about? You don’t have to make that choice.

    You can make $4,500-$6,500 this summer while doing something you actually believe in—all while gaining the skills and experience you need to help you succeed in the future.

    This is not your typical summer job, but if you’re looking for a great experience where you can make a real difference, and work with some great people along the way, then apply today for a summer job with The Fund.

    We will be holding information sessions and interviews on campus  Tuesday 3/7 and Wednesday 3/8 and want to meet with as many interested students as possible while on campus.

    To apply, please visit www.SummerJobsThatMatter.org or call 1-800-75-EARTH (1-800-753-2784).

  • Majors and Minors Fair

    The Majors and Minors Fair will be held on Monday, September 23rd from 1: 30 PM to 4:30 PM in the I-Rooms A, B, and C.  This event allows students the unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with a large number of departments in one convenient location! If you're looking for that great minor to add to your Social Work degree, this is the place and time to get more information!

  • Majors and Minors Fair

    Majors and Minors Fair

    Wednesday, October 4, 2-4 p.m.

    Illini Union, Rooms A, B, and C

    Whether you are undecided, exploring, or have already declared your major, The Majors and Minors Fair allows you to explore a variety of ways to use, improve, and expand on your skills through majors, minors, and other campus programs. Speak to several departments across campus that are committed to helping you locate your path to success. In addition to over 80 majors and minors, representatives from The Career Center, The National and International Scholarships Program, The Illinois Leadership Center, and more will be present!

     

    Sponsored by The Division of General Studies, The Career Center, University Housing

  • Mahomet Area Youth Club Job Opportunities

    The Mahomet Area Youth Club is looking for individuals who love to work with kids to assist out of school programming during spring break and/or summer break.  

  • Luce Scholars Program Information Session and Workshop

    Do you want to get experience living and working in Asia?

    Have you spent 18 weeks or less in Asia since you graduated from high school? 

    If so, you may be eligible to apply for the Luce Scholars Program. The Luce is a one-year internship in your field after graduation in Asia or Southeast-Asia, and it is designed specifically for students and recent alumni who are U.S. citizens and who have spent less than 18 weeks in Asia since graduating from high school. For any candidate, even students who lived in Asia as a child or teenager, the Luce eligibility requirements this year would only count time in Asia since high school graduation toward the 18-week limit. With these new requirements, even more students on our campus are eligible to apply – maybe you! 

    If you would like to learn more, please join us for one or both of the following events:

    Luce Scholars Program Information Session

    This session will include advice from a previous Illinois Luce recipient

    Thursday, August 30th, 3:30-4:30 pm

    514 Illini Union Bookstore

    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program

    Luce Scholars Program Personal Statement Writing Workshop

    Friday, August 31st, 3:00-4:00 pm

    514 Illini Union Bookstore

    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program

    For more information, contact the National and International Scholarships Program at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu.