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• Support the Student ACCESS Bill- SB2196

  Jan 25, 2017 1:15 pm9 views

  Undocumented students are currently ineligible to receive federal student aid, Pell grants, Illinois’ MAP grant and other forms of state-based financial aid. While Illinois currently offers students who meet certain criteria access to in-state tuition, students have very limited options for scholarships, making college unaffordable for many students. The Student ACCESS Bill (SB 2196) would provide undocumented college students the opportunity to apply for scholarships at 4-year public universities in Illinois, making it easier for all students to pay for their college education. 

  Sign the petition here.
  To learn more, visit the ACCESS Bill website here.
  Visit the ACCESS Bill Facebook group here.

• Survey about undergraduate and graduate minors in Game Studies & Design

  Oct 19, 2020 4:00 pm17 views

  Several departments of the University of Illinois are considering a proposal to create an undergraduate minor in Game Studies & Design.  This program would require 18 credit hours of coursework, including 9 credit hours of elective courses in a wide variety of fields including media, fine arts, humanities, information science, education, computer science, and more.  We would like to know about your interest in such a minor. You will have a chance to win one of 25 $20 Amazon gift cards by responding to the following survey.

  https://go.illinois.edu/GAME

  thank you!

  Lisa Bievenue, Director
  Informatics Programs, School of Information Sciences

• Survivor Day 2017

  Nov 13, 2017 9:15 am3 views

  International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is the one day a year when people who are affected by suicide loss gather around the world at events in their local communities for support, information, and empowerment. 

  The event features a screening of The Journey: A Story of Healing and Hope, an AFSP produced documentary that traces the grief and healing journey that follows a suicide loss through the eyes of a diverse group of loss survivors. The film shows how those left behind navigate the aftermath of their loved one's suicide to find meaning and even joy, and takes an intimate look at how their healing journey evolves over time. 

  Saturday, November 18, 2017
  10 AM - 1 PM
  Parkland College
  Student Union, U-140
  2400 West Bradley Avenue

• SWAG Week

  Aug 24, 2020 9:45 am4 views

  This is Social Work S.W.A.G. (Social Workers Advancing The Good) week! Post your story on Instagram or Facebook wearing your Illinois or School of Social Work apparel and tell us about your new journey as an SSW student to earn a chance to receive some free swag. Email a copy of your post to Sharva Hampton-Campbell at shamcamp@illinois.edu  by Monday, 8/31, and your name will be entered in a drawing for some free swag. 

• $tart $mart Salary Negotiation Workshop

  Sep 11, 2017 9:45 am1 views

  Learn strategies to successfully negotiate salary and benefits packages.

  Tuesday, September 19
  12:30-1:30 PM
  At the Women's Resources Center

  616 E Green St. Suite 202, Champaign

• Teach for China

  Feb 27, 2017 4:00 pm7 views

  Teach For China

  2017 - 2019 Teaching Fellowship

  Established in 2008, Teach For China is a non-profit organization, who takes a unique approach to eliminate educational inequity in China by enlisting the most promising future leaders in China.

  Each year, Teach For China selects a cohort of outstanding Chinese and American university graduates (with Chinese citizenship) to work as full-time teachers in China’s most under-resourced schools for two years.

• Technology Overview Sessions

  Aug 20, 2018 2:15 pm0 views

  The School of Social Work will be offering two Tehcnology overview sessions on Tuesday, August 28th, from 12:30 to 1:30 and on Wednesday, August 29th from 12-1 PM.

  The University of Illinois is filled with technology resources that are at your disposal that you might not even know exist. Additionally, many students don't realize what other resources might exist outside of the University to help with studies. This seminar will cover a wide array of topics that include getting access to free software to "Where can I save my data?" to "How can I keep myself on task while using a computer?"

  Lunch will be provided!

• Testing Accommodations Center (TAC) within Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services hiring student workers

  Sep 14, 2017 3:45 pm9 views

  The Testing Accommodations Center (TAC) within Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) has an employment opportunity.

  We are now interviewing student workers for the Fall 2017 semester that are available to work during the following hours:

  Tuesdays 10:30am-3:00pm
  Thursdays 10:30am-1:30pm and
  Fridays 10:30am-12:00pm. 

  Please find attached the job descriptions.  If you are interested and are available to work during the hours listed, please send the following items to Tina Rolfe at trolfe@illinois.edu:

  1. Your resume
  2. The hours that you are available to work per week  (for example, list the days as Tuesdays 9:00am-3:00pm, Wednesdays 8:00am-10:00am and 3:30pm-5:00pm, etc…) We might be able to move some schedules around for more hours.
  3. How many hours you would prefer to work
  4. List of classes you are enrolled in for the Fall 2017 Semester and
  5. When you are available for an interview Please give a couple dates and times Will only interview until 9/22/2017.

  Student work schedules will be the same schedule for each week for the whole semester, until finals week.  Each shift must be at least 1.5 hours long if not longer with a minimum of 5 hours per week for TAC.

• The Annual Diversity Celebration

  Apr 1, 2019 9:00 am66 views

  Join us for a day of food, performances, and visual displays representing the diversity of our students, staff, faculty, school, and community!

  When: Friday, April 26th, 2019

  Time: 11:30am to 1:00pm

  Where: School of Social Work, 2015 & 2019

  A Taste of Diversity 

  We welcome you to bring a food item that represents your culture or family.

  Please include the name of your dish, the culture it represents, and some of the main ingredients. We would like to place cards on the table that describe the dish for guests. To participate, email: Jianna

  Acts of Diversity

  All students, staff, and faculty are invited to participate in the celebration by singing, reading a poem, telling a story about their culture or family, or any other performance! To participate, email: Robyn

  A Glimpse of Diversity

  All students, staff, and faculty are invited to bring items that represent their culture or family for display. These can be cultural artifacts, posters, or any other item that is meaningful to you. To participate, email: Kevin

• The Career Center Summer Break Job Shadow Opportunities

  Apr 18, 2017 9:30 am1 views

  What is it?

  The Summer Break Job Shadow Program is an opportunity for students to have a one or half-day company visit over Summer Break with an employer or alum, helping them explore a career field, engage with a company of interest, establish a professional network, and foster potential opportunities. Employers use this program to promote their company and help identify future interns and full-time hires!  The program is open to students graduating in December 2017 or later (so no graduating seniors).  Resume submissions take place from April 17 through April 21.  

  Students should visit go.illinois.edu/SummerBreakJobShadow for more details on the program, including downloading the student program guide. 

  What job shadow opportunities are currently posted?

  For your benefit, I’ve attached the list of opportunities that can be found on I-Link – there are currently 20 unique job shadows, but most are open to bringing in larger groups of students.

  How do students apply?

  To see what is available and apply, students should sign into their I-Link account and click on "Search Jobs (all Jobs)" under the "Shortcuts" tab on the right side of the screen.  From there, use the "Advanced Search" tab and click on "Show Me...Job Shadow Listings".  Students will then see the 20 job shadow opportunities and can click on each one individually to see the details and date that they are being held.  Students are welcome to apply to as many that interest them to improve their chances at a job shadow; however, they will only be “matched” with one.  The application period is open until Friday, April 21st. 

• The College Tour TV Series

  Nov 30, 2020 7:30 am102 views

  We are excited to announce that UIUC is partnering with the producers of Survivor to create an episode of their new TV series for Amazon Prime: The College Tour. We’re looking for undergraduate students to share their stories and showcase the Power of I to a national audience. Are you someone with an outgoing personality who enjoys being in front of a camera? Do you have an inspiring story to share about your time at UIUC? If so, apply (deadline: December 7)

• The iHelp Team Needs YOUR Help!

  Sep 1, 2017 9:00 am0 views

  Do you need volunteer hours? Do you love serving others? Do you want to do something meaningful and memorable? Sign up for iHelp! Join the Student Alumni Ambassadors for this campus-wide day of service on Saturday, September 30, 2017. You can volunteer as an individual OR you can form a team--with a group of friends or with your RSO! Follow the links below to register!

  Registration closes at Midnight, Friday September 22nd.

  Group Registration: Found here

  Individual Registration: Found here

• The Institute by LeaderShape

  Sep 9, 2019 3:15 pm19 views

  The Institute, provided by LeaderShape, is a six-day, five-night leadership retreat teaching visioning, relationship building, and the importance of leading with integrity.

  INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS:
  Tuesday, September 10th, 5-6pm
  Friday, September 13th, 11-12pm
  Wednesday, September 18th 2-3pm
  All sessions will take place in the Illinois Leadership Center (290 Illini Union)

  Have questions or want more information?Contact the Illinois Leadership® Center at leadership@illinois.edu or visit http://leadership.illinois.edu/theinstitute

  APPLICATIONS DUE:
  Friday, October 28th, 2019

  PROGRAM DATES:
  January 12th-17th, 2020

• The Institute by LeaderShape

  Sep 17, 2018 11:45 am13 views

  The Institute™ by LeaderShape® is a nationally-recognized six-day, five-night leadership development retreat. The Illinois Leadership® Center coordinates a special program each year for Illinois undergraduate students, which takes place over winter break in the Champaign-Urbana area.

  The 2019 program will take place January 6-11 at Allerton Park in Monticello, IL.

  Apply to participate in The Institute to build community with fellow Illinois students and cultivate valuable leadership skills. Dynamic, challenging, and exciting, the program is intended to produce a breakthrough in the leadership capacity of participants—benefiting them individually, as well as their respective communities and the organizations they will go on to lead and serve in the future.

  To learn more about The Institute, we strongly recommend you register for and attend one of our upcoming information sessions:

  Wednesday, October 3, 1:00-2:00 PM, ILC Conference Room
  Tuesday, October 9, 2:00-3:00 PM, ILC Conference Room
  Thursday, October 11, 5:00-6:00 PM, ILC Conference Room

  Applications can be submitted online between September 21, 2018 and October 19, 2018. In addition to responding to a series of essay questions, you will also be asked to upload a resume. APPLY HERE!

  If you have any questions or concerns about the application process, please contact the Illinois Leadership Center at 217-333-0604 or leadership@illinois.edu.

• The Institute by LeaderShape

  Sep 20, 2019 10:30 am0 views

  The application for the 2020 session of The Institute™ by LeaderShape® is now live!

  The Illinois Leadership® Center coordinates a special session of The Institute™ each year, which takes place over winter break, for a group of Illinois undergraduate students. Participants are selected and sponsored financially by their respective colleges, departments, or units.

  The Institute™ inspires participants to lead with integrity™ while working towards a vision grounded in their deepest values. Participants explore not only what they want to do, but who they want to be.

  This program is created for individuals who are committed to taking their leadership to the next level, and who want to make a significant impact on campus, in their communities, and in the world!

  Click here to learn more about this opportunity

  Or come to our last informational session from 2:00-3:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 18th in the ILC office, 290 Illini Union

  Use the stairs or elevators near the Quad Shop and Auntie Anne’s to access the office

• The Institute by LeaderShape 2018

  Oct 6, 2017 3:30 pm6 views

  The Institute™ by LeaderShape® is a nationally-recognized six-day, five-night, free leadership development program for undergraduate students that takes place January 7-12, 2018 at Allerton Park in Monticello, IL. At The Institute, participants learn how to lead with integrity through a variety of fun and educational experiences. They will create a vision for change focused on their organizations and an action plan designed to assist them in effectively implementing their vision and goals.

  Interested in Applying?

  Apply through the Illinois Leadership Center website: http://www.leadership.illinois.edu/programs-services/leadershape. Applications are due Friday, October 13th, 2017.  

  Attend an Informational Session

  For more information about The Institute or to learn about the application process, attend an Informational Session:

  Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017 from 6-7pm Thursday, October 5h, 2017 from 5-6pm Monday, October 9th, 2017 from 6:30-7:30pm **All Info Sessions held in the ILC, Illini Union Room 290

  Questions or Concerns?

  Contact the Illinois Leadership Center® at leadership@illinois.edu or (217) 333-0604.

• The Mindful Student

  Feb 6, 2018 10:00 am2 views

  Suitable for students in any major, at any stage of their academic career, it will feature hands-on activities that encourage them to think creatively and non-judgmentally about their own skills, strengths, needs, and goals. 

  The Mindful Student
  Monday, February 12
  4:00-5:30 pm
  Lincoln Hall 1027

  Students, did you know that a more mindful approach can improve your academic performance as well as your overall well-being?  In this workshop you’ll participate in several hands-on activities (and take home a writing tool for further use), while learning about other resources on campus that can help you in your pursuit of meaningful academic and personal goals.  Please join us!

  For more information about the LAS Success Workshop series, see https://publish.illinois.edu/lassuccessworkshops/.

   

  Facilitated by academic advisors Tasha Robles and Anna Ivy and clinical counselor Zhenni Wang.

• The Mindful Student: Discovering Your Strengths and Re-imagining Success

  Sep 6, 2018 9:30 am7 views

  The Mindful Student: Discovering Your Strengths and Re-imagining Success
  Tuesday, September 11
  4:00-5:30
  1028 Lincoln Hall

  Did you know that taking a more mindful approach can improve your academic performance as well as your overall well-being?  In this workshop you'll participate in several hands-on activities (and take home a writing tool for further use), while learning about other resources on campus that can help you in your pursuit of meaningful academic and personal goals.  Please join us!  No pre-registration necessary.

  Questions can be directed to aivy@illinois.edu.

• The Mindful Student: Discovering Your Strengths and Re-Imagining “Success”

  Sep 8, 2017 9:30 am1 views

  Monday, September 11
  4:00--5:30 p.m.
  1028 Lincoln Hall

  This workshop provides opportunities to explore how mindfulness can help you in your life as a student.  Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention on the present; it allows you to observe your thoughts and feelings without judging them good or bad, an approach that can be particularly helpful when dealing with setbacks or making difficult decisions.  The emphasis in this workshop will be on how attitudes of mindfulness can help you slow down, take stock, and learn to define your own success. 

  See https://publish.illinois.edu/lassuccessworkshops/ for more information about this and other Fall 2017 workshops in the LAS Success series. To learn more about this workshop, email englishadvising@illinois.edu. 

• The Office of Undergraduate Research is hiring a Curriculum/Program Development Intern

  Sep 7, 2017 4:30 pm8 views

  Curriculum/Program Development Intern

  The Illinois Office of Undergraduate Research is seeking an undergraduate student to assist with program and curriculum development projects. Student may be asked to perform other related duties as assigned. Please include your hourly availability/preferred working hours from 9AM- 5PM M-F. This position is paid at $12/hr.

  Applicants must be able to work for entirety of academic year 2017/18 (during semester), 10 hours per week. Experience as an undergraduate researcher preferred, but not required. Reliable work ethic is necessary. Student should be independent, communicative, and able to take initiative with good attention to detail. Please provide cover letter indicating interest and relevant experience, resume/CV and one letter of reference to ugresearch@illinois.edu. Deadline for applications is Friday, September 15, 2017 at 5pm; please put “undergraduate internship position” in the subject line. Incomplete applications will be removed from consideration. Any questions should be addressed to the same email account, with same subject line.

  More details can be found on the University of Illinois Virtual Job Board: https://secure.osfa.illinois.edu/vjb/detail.aspx?type=nonfws&postid=36951

• The Savvy Researcher

  Jan 22, 2018 10:15 am7 views

  Join the Library for 50 minute, hands-on workshops that will help you improve your research and information management skills.

  Upcoming sessions include:

  Revamping Your Research Plan: Citation Chasing, Keyword Searching, and More Choosing the Right Sources:  Identifying Bias and Fallacies Building You Research Profile and Network Organize Your Life:  Productivity Tools and Personal Information Management Choosing a Citation Manager

  And much more! For more details and registration:   http://go.library.illinois.edu/savvyresearcher

  All sessions held in the Main Library, Room 314 unless otherwise noted.

• The School of Social Work Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research (JUSWR)

  Mar 9, 2020 9:15 am23 views

  The Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research (JUSWR) is an annual publication showcasing peer-reviewed undergraduate research and related works from social work and related disciplines.

  In Fall 2020, JUSWR will publish Volume 4. If you have written work, or projects relevant to the advancement of social and economic justice that you are proud of, consider becoming a part of this exciting venture by submitting your work to JUSWR.

  Submission deadline for Fall 2020 Volume 4: Friday, May 1, 2020

  Email submission files (including any supplementary materials) to JUSWR sw-ugjournal@illinois.edu.

  Submission categories considered for publication include:

  • Original research article
  • Policy Analysis
  • Literature review
  • Poster presentation
  • Creative piece (artistic expression or multimedia presentation)
  • Materials developed for Social Work and other social science classes this academic year or in the previous academic year will be considered.

  An email attachment sent to the BSW student listserv and Social Work Faculty listserv contains specific submission procedures and details listed below as well as other important information:

  • Submission Procedures
  • Manuscript Preparation Formatting
  • Rights for Authors and Copyright Statement

  Contact Dr. Rachel Garthe, rcgarthe@illinois.edu for additional information

• The School of Social Work Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research (JUSWR) - Deadline Extended (June 15th)

  Apr 10, 2020 4:30 pm12 views

  The Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research (JUSWR) is an annual publication showcasing peer-reviewed undergraduate research and related works from social work and related disciplines.
  
  In Fall 2020, JUSWR will publish Volume 4. If you have written work, or projects relevant to the advancement of social and economic justice that you are proud of, consider becoming a part of this exciting venture by submitting your work to JUSWR.
  
  Submission deadline for Fall 2020 Volume 4: EXTENDED to JUNE 15, 2020

  Email submission files (including any supplementary materials) to JUSWR sw-ugjournal@illinois.edu

  Submission categories considered for publication include:

  •Original research article
  •Policy Analysis
  •Literature review
  •Poster presentation
  •Creative piece (artistic expression or multimedia presentation)
  •Materials developed for Social Work and other social science classesthis academic year or in the previous academic year will beconsidered.

  An email attachment sent to the BSW student listserv and Social Work Faculty listserv contains specific submission procedures and details listed below as well as other important information:

  •Submission Procedures
  •Manuscript Preparation Formatting
  •Rights for Authors and Copyright Statement

  Contact Dr. Rachel Garthe, rcgarthe@illinois.edu for additional information

• "The S Word" Documentary

  Jan 10, 2019 4:30 pm1 views

  A suicide attempt survivor is on a mission to find fellow survivors and document their stories of unguarded courage, insight, pain, and humor. Along the way, she discovers a national community rising to transform personal struggles into action. THE S WORD chronicles her journey and these survivors in a powerful feature documentary that puts a human face to a topic that has long been stigmatized and buried with the lives it has claimed. Suicide affects people of all ages, races, faiths, ethnicities, gender presentations, sexual orientations, professions, and so much more. THE S WORD skillfully weaves stories of survivors from a cross section of America including LGBT, African American and Asian American communities, who candidly share their profoundly emotional stories of trauma, mental health challenges, survival and advocacy. The film’s narrative flows organically from one story to the next, starting with personal moments and building emotional momentum before widening out to show how their journeys are driving the national movement to take the “S” word from unthinkable to preventable.Trailer: vimeo.com/251373186 theswordmovie.com

  Showings:Saturday January 12th 9:30am-11:45pm Champaign Library Robeson rooms A&B (200 W Green St Champaign)

  Wednesday January 16th 6:30pm-8:45pmRantoul Township High School Cafetorium (200 S Sheldon St Rantoul)

  Friday January 18th 6:30pm-8:45pmParkland College Room C-118 (2400 W Bradley Ave Champaign)Park in B, C, or M lots and follow signs

  Saturday January 19th 10:00am-12:15pmMahomet Public Library Edgar Meeting Room (1702 E Oak St Mahomet)

  One additional showing is being scheduled and will be added at a later date. A discussion/Q&A session will follow each showing. Resources, information, and support services will be available. This film is not rated, but is appropriate for ages 10+. Spanish subtitles are available. All showings are free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.

• The Value of Undergraduate Research Workshop - September 11, 2017

  Sep 7, 2017 4:30 pm4 views

  During this workshop, we will discuss the importance of conducting research as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois. This will include a discussion of how engaging in research can impact your career development, and how to communicate this value effectively. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of how undergraduate research can benefit you both now and following graduation, and (2) an idea of how to effectively communicate the value of research experiences to future employers. This workshop is a collaboration between the Office of Undergraduate Research and The Career Center.

  Registration for this workshop is mandatory. Details and registration link can be found at: http://go.illinois.edu/VURW

• The Writers Workshop is Seeking Undergraduate Consultants

  Mar 13, 2017 4:30 pm7 views

  The Writers Workshop, UIUC's writing center, is recruiting undergraduate writing consultants for the 2017-2018 academic year. Please forward the attached flyer to any students who might be interested. Undergraduate can get involved as volunteers, or they can enroll in WRIT 300--Issues in Tutoring Writing to become paid consultants. More information is available on our website: http://www.cws.illinois.edu/workshop/BecomeaWritersWorkshopConsultant.html 

  Consulting with the Writers Workshop is a particularly good opportunity for students who enjoy writing, are strong communicators or interested in improving communication skills, and/or are interested in teaching English or English as a Second Language. Students not only learn to talk with others about their writing and learning, but also gain confidence and skill as writers in the process.

  The Writers Workshop conducts approximately 6000 face-to-face consultations a year with undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty and staff from across the disciplines. The writing center also provides workshops on common academic writing concerns, hosts writing groups, and provides tailored in-class presentations.

• Things to keep you occupied

  Mar 23, 2020 9:45 am6 views

  If you're looking for something to do, here are some of the resources that you can utilize during your social distancing.

  Harry Potter Digital Escape Room https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflNxNM0jzbZJjUqOcXkwhGTfii4CM_CA3kCxImbY8c3AABEA/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3NA_p0TJ80ZJe1PFTdqrGFafW8eL6h-aHG5AkBxFrzb4QDiq0cKoy-PEw

  Digitally visit a zoo or aquarium https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/18/us/coronavirus-zoos-webcams.html

  Virtually visit a famous museum https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours

  Pick up a new hobby or even better, pick up a hobby from your past that you've enjoyed in the past and lost time for.

  Read a book, or a book series that you've never read before.

  Contact your favorite advisor and help him find articles on higher education policy changes regarding international students after 9/11.

  Finally, if you just need to just unwind, find a new tv show or movie that you've never seen before and watch an episode or two (probably not a whole season in a couple of days).

• This Weeks' Sexual Assault Awareness Month Events

  Apr 17, 2017 1:45 pm19 views

  Monday, 4/17 @ 5:00-6:30pm @ Women's Resource Center—ManTalks | Supporting Queer and Non-Binary Survivors Workshop. A bi-weekly dialogue on men and masculinity for men, masculine-identified people, and their allies. The final ManTalks of the Spring semester, in collaboration with Sexual Assault Awareness Month, will be  a workshop centering around Queer and Non-Binary survivors of sexual violence.

  Monday, 4/17 @ 7pm to 9pm @ WRC—Journey to Healing:  Moving through Trauma Using the Creative Arts Part 2. Part 2 of a healing through creative arts process for trauma.

  Monday, 4/17 @ ALL day @ Parkland College, College Center—Stories for Survivors. Display of books and texts concerning finding support for survivors of SA.

  Tuesday, 4/18 @ 7:00pm-9:00pm @ Ikenberry Commons / Student Residential & Dining Programs Building, Room 2025—Surviving the Mic: Sexual Assault Awareness Month Keynote Poet Showcase and Panel Discussion. Surviving the Mic is a Chicago-based poetry collective and collaborative organization of survivors who are dedicated to creating safe and affirming creative spaces for survivors of trauma. Multiple poets (to be determined, but representing a variety of identities) will create spaces for healing, empowering, and activist work with an artistic element. Surviving the Mic's poets will perform in an ensemble showcase, with panel discussion about supporting survivors and community accountability to follow.

  Wednesday, 4/19 @ 5:00pm-6:00pm @ Illinois Street Residence Hall, Townsend Lounge 107B—Surviving the Mic: Arts and Activism Workshop for Student Leaders. Surviving the Mic is a Chicago-based poetry collective and collaborative organization of survivors who are dedicated to creating safe and affirming creative spaces for survivors of trauma. Multiple poets (to be determined, but representing a variety of identities) will create spaces for healing, empowering, and activist work with an artistic element. Surviving the Mic will facilitate an interactive workshop on arts and activism around ending sexual violence and supporting survivors.

  Wednesday, 4/19 @ 6:00 - 7:30pm @ Asian American Cultural Center 1210 W. Nevada Street—INTERCONNECT presents INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre | BREAK the SILENCE: Scenes addressing sexual assault, support, survival and speaking out. These scenes weave together the voices of survivors of sexual assault, breaking the silence that often covers sexual violence in society. A discussion follows addressing challenges that may be unique to international students. Food and refreshments are provided.

   

  Click the title for more events.

• This Week: The Pandemic No One is Talking About

  Aug 31, 2020 10:00 am2 views

  Thursday, September 3, 2020, 4:00PM CST

  The Pandemic No One Is Talking About: Violence Against, and Expected Silence from Black Womxn

  The WRC is co-hosting a conversation with Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center and the Swan Center for Advocacy and Research, entitled The Pandemic No One is Talking About: Violence Against, and Expected Silence from Black Womxn.

  Target audience: Space By and For Black Womxn 

  Register here:  https://bit.ly/2D8GlLT

• Trauma, Diversity, & Resilience Course

  Aug 28, 2018 2:30 pm85 views

  What: CHLH 494: Trauma, Diversity, & Resilience

  Course Description: This course will examine the psychological and public health impact of a variety of traumatic experiences (e.g., sexual and physical assault, domestic violence, war and torture, community violence, and natural disasters) on diverse populations, including racial and ethnic minorities, veterans, women, children, aging populations, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA. Students will be able to articulate the prevalence, incidence, and developmental impact of post-traumatic stress across the lifespan. Students will become familiar with the major risk factors for trauma-related dysfunction and cultural factors that exacerbate or ameliorate dysfunction. During course discussions, we will emphasize the influence of culture, intersectionality, and history on how individuals and society responds to trauma. Students will begin to think critically about a person’s group memberships and identifications, and the effect of these memberships and identities on the way that an individual experiences and recovers from a traumatic experience. Students will discover how positive change can transpire following trauma exposure. We will investigate evidence-based intervention strategies. Students will have the opportunity to gain exposure to traumatized populations through service learning projects. Case accounts of traumatized individuals, original professional journal articles, classic texts written by trauma experts, service learning opportunities, and documentaries about trauma will enhance learning.

  Why: Regardless of their career aspirations, our students will likely encounter traumatized individuals. Despite renewed awareness and concern about trauma in the public, systematic training about trauma is lacking. The goal of this course is to contribute to a better informed public and better informed healthcare professionals by exposing students to accurate information about trauma.

  Who: Graduates (RGG-66710) and upper level undergraduates (RGU-66711) from all disciplines

  When: Fall 2018 ---Tuesdays 3:30-5:50pm

  Where: 136 Armory

• Truman Scholarship Informational Events

  Oct 4, 2018 3:15 pm12 views

  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

  Truman Scholarship Writing Workshop

  Friday, October 12th, 3:00-4:00 pm

  514 Illini Union Bookstore

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

• Truman Scholarship Informational Events 10/10 & 10/11

  Sep 30, 2019 10:30 am24 views

  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 10th, 3:30-4:30 pm
  514 Illini Union Bookstore

  Truman Scholarship Writing Workshop
  Friday, October 11th, 3:00-4:00 pm
  514 Illini Union Bookstore

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

• Truman Scholarship Informational Events 10/8-10/9

  Sep 28, 2020 1:00 pm6 views

  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
  Oct 8, 2020 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
  Join Zoom Meeting
  https://illinois.zoom.us/j/94164435841?pwd=Q0hZaWQ2V2NvbzNrd3JTcjJOVldkQT09
  Meeting ID: 941 6443 5841
  Password: Truman

  Truman Scholarship Writing Workshop
  Oct 9, 2020 03:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
  Join Zoom Meeting
  https://illinois.zoom.us/j/94598805025?pwd=SVZxWkZ3a0plcEM0K2tMSWF0S3B2dz09
  Meeting ID: 945 980 5025
  Password: Truman

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

• Tuesday @ 7 Prioritizing Time and Yourself

  Mar 1, 2018 4:30 pm4 views

  Tuesday @ 7 Workshop, presented by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals: Students helping students

  Prioritizing Time and Yourself

  Tuesday, March 6th

  ARC MP7

• Tuesday @ 7 Spring Break Alcohol Awareness

  Mar 9, 2018 1:45 pm1 views

  Tuesday @ 7 Workshop, presented by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals: Students helping students

  Spring Break Alcohol Awareness

  Tuesday, March 13th

  Illini Union 407

• Tuesdays @ 7 Workshop - #FinishStrongIllinois Finals Prep

  Apr 20, 2018 2:45 pm2 views

  Tuesday @ 7 Workshop, presented by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals: Students helping students

  #FinishStrongIllinois Finals Prep

  Tuesday, April 24th

  Mechanical Engineering 135

• Tuesdays @ 7 Workshop - Navigating Summer Break

  Apr 30, 2018 2:45 pm1 views

  Tuesday @ 7 Workshop, presented by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals: Students helping students

  Navigating Summer Break

  Tuesday, May 1st

  Illini Union 407

• Tuesdays at 7 - Anxiety

  Oct 20, 2017 3:00 pm5 views

  Are you a college student? If so, this may be helpful to you! One of the most common mental health problems affecting college students are anxiety disorders. According to ADAA, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 40 million adults suffer from an anxiety disorder. Out of those adults, 75% of them have reported having their first anxiety episode by the age of 22. Come see us at the Asian American Cultural Center on October 24 at 7pm for more information!

• Tuesdays at 7 - Beyond the Screen

  Apr 9, 2018 9:30 am6 views

  Tuesday @ 7 Workshop, presented by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals: Students helping students

  #BeyondTheScreen: Online mental Health

  Tuesday, April 10th

  Lincoln Hall 1066

• Tuesdays at 7 - Celebrating U! Body Diversity

  Feb 23, 2018 2:00 pm4 views

  Tuesday @ 7 Workshop, presented by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals: Students helping students

  Celebrating U! Body Diversity

  Tuesday, February 27th

  Women's Resource Center

• Tuesdays at 7 - Emotional Well Being

  Feb 2, 2018 4:30 pm2 views

  TUESDAY @ 7 WORKSHOP, PRESENTED BY COUNSELING CENTER PARAPROFESSIONALS: STUDENTS HELPING STUDENTS

  Maintaining Emotional Well-Being
  February 6 @ 7PM
  Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center

• Tuesdays at 7 - Healthy Stress Management

  Feb 19, 2018 2:00 pm7 views

  TUESDAY @ 7 WORKSHOP, PRESENTED BY COUNSELING CENTER PARAPROFESSIONALS: STUDENTS HELPING STUDENTS

  HEALTHY STRESS MANAGEMENT

  Tuesday, February 20th
  Mumford Hall Room 313

• Tuesdays at 7 - Invisible Disabilities

  Nov 13, 2017 9:30 am1 views

  There is more than what meets the eye! Managing the Impact: Invisible Disabilities is a workshop about invisible disabilities ranging from learning, physical, and mental disabilities. We will be discussing how all of these affect college students and how they are different from chronic illness. We will be meeting on Tuesday, November 14th in the Illini Union Room 404 at 7 pm.

• Tuesdays at 7 - Mental Health Ally Training

  Feb 9, 2018 2:30 pm30 views

  TUESDAY @ 7 WORKSHOP, PRESENTED BY COUNSELING CENTER PARAPROFESSIONALS: STUDENTS HELPING STUDENTS

  Mental Health Ally Training February 13 @ 7PM Psychology Building Room 31

• Tuesdays at 7 - Recognizing Symptoms and Combatting Depression

  Oct 16, 2017 10:30 am5 views

  This workshop will encompass the topic of depression, including information about warning signs and symptoms of depression and distress, and simulated role play for skills to approach to those who are in need. To learn more about your power against depression and your power to help people you care, please join us on Tuesday, October 17th at 7pm in Illini Union, Room 404. We really hope to see you there!

• Tuesdays at 7 - Self-Care and Wellness 101

  Jan 24, 2018 1:30 pm12 views

  January 30th

  Tuesday @ 7PM

  Armory Room 146

• Tuesdays at 7 - Stay Well

  Nov 6, 2017 9:45 am1 views

  Do you feel stressed out? Practicing healthy habits on all seven dimensions of wellness will increase your overall well-being and may help with the stress of midterms and papers. Come to the ARC (Activities and Recreation Center) room MP7 on Tuesday, November 7th at 7 pm for an interactive workshop presented by the Counseling Center Paraprofessionals that will examine the seven dimensions of wellness and facilitate conversations regarding coping strategies for common stressors among college students.  Please bring your i-card!

• Turning Inward with yoga

  Mar 23, 2020 4:45 pm33 views

  March 31st, LSC student Annalisa Hammeleff will guide students through a mindful movement yoga class that focuses on posture and breathing.

• Undergraduate Diversity Scholars Initiative

  Apr 9, 2018 9:30 am13 views

  The Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA) is seeking applications for a new Undergraduate Diversity Scholars initiative. This program would bring ten (10) undergraduates from underrepresented groups to the ARNOVA annual conference in November 2018 to attend a workshop on paths to higher education, ideally in the field of nonprofit, philanthropic, and voluntary action studies. Students will participate in a Professional Development Workshop (PDW) to be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 as a pre-session of the ARNOVA Annual Conference in Austin, TX. The PDW will introduce participants to the world of non-profit social science research and pathways to higher education. Scholars will also attend panels based on each student's research interest, will have opportunity to meet current graduate students and faculty from underrepresented communities, to learn alongside senior scholars in the field and to participate in an array of social and scholarly conversations. The hope is that this opportunity will provide a window into the work and life of social science researchers and evaluators.

  Requirements:

  To qualify for the Undergraduate Diversity Scholars Program, applicants must be considering applying to an accredited graduate program with a focus on philanthropic, social science, nonprofit or voluntary action studies. The selection committee actively seeks applications from persons of traditionally underrepresented groups. Preference is given to African-American, Hispanic/Latino Americans and Native Americans students.

  Additional information can be found here: https://arnova.site-ym.com/default.asp?page=DiversityUndergrad.

• Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP @ UI)

  Sep 19, 2018 1:15 pm3 views

  Now in its fourth year of collaboration, the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) and the Graduate College offer undergraduate students with little or no research experience the opportunity 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. Selected undergraduate students will begin work with their mentors in Spring 2019.

  Undergraduate students will (1) attend regular weekly class meetings (GC 295, Introduction to Undergraduate Research, 3 credit hours) with OUR/Grad College instructors; and (2) work one-on-one with their graduate mentors, an average of 5-6 hours per week. As part of the course requirement, students will complete a final project, consisting of a poster, to be presented during “Undergraduate Research Week,” an annual event sponsored by OUR.

  If you have any questions about the application process, the office will be holding informational meetings on Monday September 24, Monday October 1, and Monday October 8, from 3-3:50pm in Lincoln Hall Room 1065. Get tips on creating a good statement of interest, why you should participate, and get your questions answered.

  For more information and to apply, please visit our website: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/urap.htmlDeadline for applications is Monday, October 15.