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• Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research (JUSWR) - Submission Deadline Extended

  Mar 29, 2018 2:45 pm10 views

  Announcing the School of Social Work Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research (JUSWR)

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

  In Spring 2018, JUSWR will publish its 2nd issue. 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 new venture by submitting your work to JUSWR.

  Revised submission deadline for the May 2018 2nd issue: April 11th, 2018

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

  Submission categories that will be 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 classes this academic year or in the previous academic year will be considered.

  Contact Jan Carter-Black carterbl@illinois.edu for additional information

• Job Opportunities

  Mar 29, 2018 3:30 pm10 views

  Assistant Camp Director Minimum age requirement: 21

  Responsible for planning, implementation, and direction of camp programs in arts, outdoor education, games, and ceremonies. Assists Camp Director in management of camp operations including supervision and training of camp staff. This position reports directly to the Camp Director to assist in the administration and coordination of the camp operation by carrying duties as assigned, to act for the Camp Director in her absence.  Must have college credit, successful experience in group leadership and camp programs, ability to identify and respond to hazards, and possess a valid driver’s license. 

  http://getyourgirlpower.atsondemand.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=512626.viewjobdetail&CID=512626&JID=597552

   

  Camp Counselor

  Minimum age requirement: 18

  The Camp Counselor will assist in the operation of the camp unit and its programs to reflect the goals of the Girl Scout organization. The Camp Counselor must be able to work cooperatively with the Unit Leader; be able to supervise camper behavior: observe camper behavior; identify and respond to hazards: assist with planning and conducting program activities: assist campers in emergencies (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury): teach and promote respect for others: valuing and understanding differences and similarities of campers and staff: and possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

  http://getyourgirlpower.atsondemand.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=512626.viewjobdetail&CID=512626&JID=597554

• Up With Life Suicide Prevention and Awareness Walk

  Apr 18, 2017 8:45 am10 views

  Up With Life, a student organization dedicated to suicide prevention and awareness on U of I's campus and in the greater community, is having its first annual walk on April 30th to raise money for NoStigmas, a nonprofit that provides free support and resources for those struggling with mental illness.

• Illinois Enactus Information Night

  Aug 22, 2019 8:15 am10 views

  "At Illinois Enactus, we make every effort to achieve the impossible through the power of entrepreneurial action. We are entrepreneurs, and we take the leap to create projects that combat social inequalities in our communities. Together, we strive to shape a better, more sustainable world." 

  Information Night
  Wednesday, September 11th
  Doors open at 6:30 PM, Start time 7 PM
  Temple Hoyne Buell Hall Auditorium
  Dress: Business Casual

• September Alumni Career Panel Events

  Sep 8, 2020 11:30 am10 views

  Topic: MSW Mental Health Alumni Panel-noon
  Time: Sep 18, 2020 12:00 pm Central Time (US and Canada)
  Join Zoom Meeting: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/97430040284?pwd=cmxJNTlLd202S1daM2h3UkU2bm9qZz09
  Meeting ID: 974 3004 0284
  Password: 917749

  Topic: MSW Mental Health Alumni Panel-evening
  Time: Sep 18, 2020 06:30 pm Central Time (US and Canada)
  Join Zoom Meeting: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/97112298985?pwd=K0w4TlJjREdYbGtOODA4RVJOU05Idz09
  Meeting ID: 971 1229 8985
  Password: 519605

  Topic: BHWELL Alumni Panel-noon
  Time:  Sep 25, 2020 12:00 pm Central Time (US and Canada)
  Join Zoom Meeting: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/99338560693?pwd=UG9FUk9WcjFRSXJ3QzFhVkNNdXVoUT09
  Meeting ID: 993 3856 0693
  Password: BHWELL

  Topic: BHWELL Alumni Panel-evening
  Time:  Sep 25, 2020 5:00 pm Central Time (US and Canada)
  Join Zoom Meeting: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/92870223153?pwd=SzNBYXl3anpuYlhWYjlHc1BmcThsUT09
  Meeting ID: 928 7022 3153
  Password: BHWELL

• Free Desk Yoga on October 15th

  Oct 9, 2020 9:45 am10 views

  Are you feeling overwhelmed and tense during your Zoom classes and meetings? Join the McKinley Fitness and Stress Management Peers for a virtual desk yoga workshop! This free workshop will go over beginner yoga techniques to release tension and help with Zoom fatigue. Join us for some self-care time to de-stress.

  Date/Time: October 15th at 7-7:30 p.m.

  Join Zoom Meeting
  https://illinois.zoom.us/j/85093781731?pwd=WUpKYmZ0MXl3VWxLeWV5UUVNUUgvdz0
  Meeting ID: 850 9378 1731
  Password: 685264

  For questions, please feel free to contact:
  Liz Guenther (SMP Outreach Coordinator)
  meg5@illinois.edu

• Important update regarding American Sign Language courses on campus

  Oct 26, 2017 9:15 am10 views

  Due to budgetary challenges and the recent retirement of one of the long time ASL instructors, Speech and Hearing Science Department Head Dr. Karen Kirk is announcing that the department will be suspending SHS 121 American Sign Language I courses for next semester to review the sustainability of the ASL course language sequence. None of the SHS 121 courses will be offered in Spring 2018.

  The department is committed to ensuring that all students currently enrolled in the ASL course sequence at the U of I (SHS 121 ASL 1 and SHS 221 ASL2) and are using this to address the foreign language requirement can complete it. The suspension of ASL classes for this Spring is only for SHS 121. The department will still be offering all sections that are scheduled for SHS 221 American Sign Language 2, as well as SHS 321 American Sign Language 3 in Spring 2018, and as needed for the 2018-2019 academic year. SHS 222 Language and Culture of Deaf Communities will also continue to be offered.

• Research study on BSW students' understandings and perceptions of microaggressions in the classroom

  Oct 26, 2017 9:30 am10 views

  We are conducting a qualitative research study to explore BSW students’ perceptions and understandings of microaggressions in the undergraduate social work classroom. This study has been approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at Salem State University. We are currently looking for BSW students or recent graduates (past 12 months) who would be interested in participating in a 20-30 minute telephone interview on this topic.  Interested students can email bswmicroaggressionstudy@gmail.com to obtain more information about the study. 

  Principal Investigators: Rebecca Mirick PhD, LICSW and Ashley Davis, PhD, LICSW Telephone: 978-542-2597 Email: rmirick@salemstate.edu

• Colors of Faith Spring Recruitment

  Nov 18, 2020 7:30 pm10 views

  If you are interested in diversity and inclusion, dancing for fun, and learning about other faiths, then we hope to have you on Colors of Faith!

  Colors of Faith is an interfaith dance team that aims to celebrate religious diversity, and to promote unity and mutual understanding through our art. We dance to devotional and cultural songs of various religions, and having danced to Jewish, Sikh, Christian, and Hindu songs in the past hope to continue our celebration of these faiths as well as expand. Students and community members of all identities are welcome. No prior dance experience is required to join.

  If this resonates with you or others in your community, please distribute and fill out this interest form: bit.ly/cof2021. We will keep you updated on the dates of our clinics and auditions (likely in January/February 2021) and are looking forward to collaborating with you! 

• NASW Illinois Chapter Student Survey

  Jan 9, 2019 4:45 pm9 views

  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

• Racial Justice Allies and Advocate Trainings

  Jan 17, 2018 1:45 pm9 views

  The Racial Justice Allies and Advocate training is designed to provide students, faculty, and staff with a core awareness of the structures of racism, its role in interpersonal relationships, and empower allies to elevate the voices of underrepresented populations at the University of Illinois. RJA Trainings are presented as a 1.0 (introductory) and 2.0 (advanced) levels. All participants are strongly encouraged to attend the 1.0 session prior to attending the 2.0 session.  

  February 9th from 1pm- 4pm: Racial Justice Training 1.0 (beginner), 2050 Ikenberry SDRPMarch 14th from 9am-12pm: Racial Justice Training 2.0 (advanced), 2050 Ikenberry SDRPApril 11th from 1pm-4pm: Racial Justice Training 2.0 (advanced), 2050 Ikenberry SDRP Register here. For more information visit the website here.

• Student Alumni Ambassadors 2018 Recruiting NOW!

  Jan 24, 2018 1:30 pm9 views

  “The Student Alumni Ambassadors is a premier Registered Student Organization on campus which focuses on developing our members professionally and creatively while planning and executing large scale events to engage the campus-community in what it truly means to be an Illini.  Some of our feature events include Illinois Sights and Sounds, iHelp, Homecoming programming, Senior 100 Honorary, and GradFest.  Additionally, SAA provides its members with countless opportunities to engage with campus and grow professionally through Service Requests across many campus units.  While giving students an opportunity to engage with campus through our programming, providing countless leadership opportunities, and molding students to be active on this campus in order to become engaged alumni, the Student Alumni Ambassadors is a family that takes great pride in our work and our membership.  Please join us for our Information Sessions on January 29th and 30th at 7PM in Main Library Room 66 to meet our members and learn more about our organization. Please visit illinisaa.com or email illinisaa@gmail.com with any questions.”

• 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.

• Writers Workshop Upcoming Events

  Feb 17, 2020 9:00 am9 views

  Preparing for the Job Search: Cover Letters and Resumes" on Tuesday, 2/18, from 4:00-5:00pm in Gregory Hall, room 113

  "Proposal Writing in Undergraduate Research" (co-sponsored with the Office of Undergraduate Research) on Thursday, 2/20, from 3:00-4:30pm in Lincoln Hall, room 1002

  See the flyer with more undergraduate events for this semester, and check the Writer's Workshop calendar to stay up-to-date or follow them on social media: @WorkshopIL and Writers Workshop at Illinois

• Student Employment Symposium

  Feb 19, 2018 2:30 pm9 views

  The Student Employment Symposium will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 1:00-4:30pm in the SDRP Multipurpose Rooms. Join us for an afternoon of presentations, collaborations,  and conversations to support student employee learning. Keynote Speaker, Teri Schnelle, Associate Director of Assessment and Strategic Initiatives at the University of Iowa, will be discussing IOWA Grow (Guided Reflection on Work) and student employment good practices. There will also be a lightening round of presentations of colleagues' innovative student employment initiatives. The symposium is free and open to all professionals who supervise or who have an interest in student employee supervision. The Student Employment Symposium is sponsored by the Dick Justice Educational Leadership Fund. For more information on IOWA Grow visit:  https://vp.studentlife.uiowa.edu/priorities/grow/ 

  To register for the symposium, please submit by Friday, March 2nd:  https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/4132786. If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Winterbotham, Assistant Director of the Illinois Leadership Center, at lgress2@illinois.edu. We hope to see you there.

• Future Leaders in Action Summer positions.

  Feb 21, 2019 3:00 pm9 views

  Future Leaders in Action places fellows, individuals looking to enter the social sector, with youth nonprofits to develop a program over twelve weeks. The fellows gain substantial leadership and work experience while FLIA pays a living wage stipend. Most FLIA fellows secure a job within a month or less. Starting late-May we have one program in Chicago. With eight additional programs in Central Iowa and New York City, NY. More information about the opportunities can be found below. Applications are due on March 24th.

  Spend your summer working with a youth nonprofit and developing your leadership skills while earning a living wage. Work with nonprofits in Central Iowa, Chicago, IL, and New York City, NY.

  Before you finish your application, check out these articles to strengthen your application: 

  What We Look for in Applicants

  There are many qualities of future leaders and change-makers that don’t fit within the confines of a traditional resume and cover letter submission, so we compiled a list of what we really look for during the hiring process. Read more 

  3 Surprising Things You Can Include on a Resume

  There's more to your work than the job titles you've held. Learn tips for conveying your strengths and relevant lived experiences on a resume in a way that sets you apart from others.  Read more →

  Apply Today

• Spring 2nd-half semester EPSY 203 Dialogue classes now open

  Mar 2, 2020 1:00 pm9 views

  Students may now register for EPSY 203 Dialogue on Social Issues classes for Spring 2020.

  These one-credit hour courses focus on different social identity issues, and help prepare students to think more critically and interact more successfully in socially diverse groups and settings. They are experiential and collaborative, and support students in understanding the complexity of power, privilege and oppression. They can be very useful for developing clearer communications, small group/team skills, and knowledge about fairness and social justice in organizations and the larger society.

  The courses emphasize collaborative sense-making, where students and instructors work together to understand issues associated with intergroup relations. Instead of lectures, the dialogue approach invites learners to share their own experiences and perspectives on issues, in order to create deeper understanding among learners.

  The following courses are available:
  Exploring Race/Ethnicity (Mondays, 1-2:50)
  Liberal/Conservative dialogue (Mondays, 3-4:50)
  Exploring Disability (Mondays, 5-6:50)
  Socio-economic Class dialogue (Tuesdays, 2-3:50)
  Being White in a Multicultural Society (Tuesdays, 6-7:50)
  Exploring Race/Ethnicity (Wednesdays, 3-4:50)
  Resisting Marginalization (Wednesdays, 6-7:50)

• YWCA Women in Leadership Program 2019-2020, accepting applications

  Mar 28, 2019 2:00 pm9 views

  The YWCA is looking for a cohort of 2019-2020 interns and mentors to participate in our annual Women in Leadership Program. The internship is great for students who are interested in nonprofit work or consulting. The cohort of 25 students is split into five groups of five and each group is paired with one mentor. Additionally, each group is paired with an organization in the community and spend the fall semester researching and volunteering with the goal of identifying that organization’s major challenges. During the spring semester, students propose and implement a sustainable action plan to address one of these challenges. Throughout the year, students participate in professional and creative development workshops and conferences.

  Women in Leadership is an opportunity for students at the University of Illinois who identify as women to practice problem solving and sustained team work. Last year, 91 percent of students said they saw an increase in their capacity to work collaboratively with others and 75 percent said they felt more prepared in their career development. Students also get the chance to apply the skills they learn in the classroom to address organizational challenges and engage in the broader Champaign-Urbana community.

  Students from all disciplines are welcome to apply. The time commitment is 2-3 hours a week for interns and 1-2 hours a week for mentors. This internship is unpaid and not eligible for class credit. Priority Applications for the 2019-2020 School year are due June 1st, 2019, all other applications are due by August 31st, 2019. Students can find the requirements and apply here: http://www.ywcauofi.org/requirements.

• Summer Rural Health Experience program

  Apr 10, 2017 10:00 am9 views

  The Rural Health Experience (RHE) is a 3-5 day rural immersion program for health professions students to observe rural healthcare providers and their communities. Much like the preceptorship, it is based upon principles of experiential learning and community immersion. There are 7 participating sites across the state this summer.

  This is a great opportunity for upperclassmen and graduate students looking for establishing connections with potential future employers in rural communities.

  There is no set date for the program- the timing is based upon the availability of the student and site. The early consideration application deadline is May 14th. After this date applications will be reviewed on a weekly rolling basis. Interested students can find more information on our web site at: http://www.ncrhp.uic.edu/ under Student Opportunities.

  Questions can be directed to Vicky Rhine at 815.395.5854 or via e-mail at rhine1@uic.edu. 

• BREAK the SILENCE

  Apr 10, 2017 10:45 am9 views

  INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre presents

  BREAK the SILENCE

  addressing sexual assault, support, survival and speaking out

  TIME & VENUE
  Wed, April 19th - 6 00pm, Asian American Cultural Center (1210 W Nevada St Urbana, IL 61801)
  Thur, April 20th - 7 00pm, Daniels Hall (1010 W Green St, Urbana, IL 61801)
  Thur, April 27th - 7 00pm, Sherman Hall (909 S 5th St, Champaign, IL 61820)

• Illinois Leadership Center i-Programs

  Aug 29, 2018 3:45 pm9 views

  I-Programs are designed as half-day seminars (typically on Saturdays) which focus on a particular aspect of leadership practice. 

  Registration is currently open for the following i-Programs:

  PETULLO INSIGHT: Sept. 15th

  The Petullo Insight program is designed to help students focus on self-awareness and self-management skills. Students who participate will identify their personal values and personal leadership philosophy, while exploring their personal strengths and social identities. 

  INTERSECT: Sept. 29th

  The Intersect program is designed to help students focus on interpersonal communication and team building. Students who participate will work with fellow students to accomplish team challenge goals.

  INCLUSION: Oct. 6th

  The Inclusion program focuses on concepts such as equity, equality, diversity, inclusion, and bias. Students who participate will recognize the values of others, and identify differing social identities in relation to leadership. 

  INTEGRITY: Oct. 20th

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

  Space is limited at these events, so please urge your students to register now before we fill up! To register for any i-Programs, students will need to follow these steps:

  Step #1: Go to https://leadership.illinois.edu/login

  Step #2: Login using your Illinois Net ID

  Step #3: Click on the Registration tab to select and register for the appropriate i-Program sessions

• New Pre-Health Resource

  Aug 29, 2018 3:45 pm9 views

  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.

• LAS winter break study abroad courses

  Aug 31, 2017 2:00 pm9 views

  Want to study abroad over winter? Consider one of the following LAS short-term programs abroad:

  Winter Break 2017-18

  ARGENTINA: HUMAN RIGHTS, POLITICAL CULTURE AND POLITICS WITH POLITICAL SCIENCE PROFESSOR GISELA SIN

  BAHAMAS: SUSTAINABILITY WITH INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY PROFESSOR BRIAN ALLAN

  COSTA RICA: PRIMATE BEHAVIOR, ECOLOGY, ECOSYSTEM SUSTAINABILITY, & CONSERVATION WITH ANTHROPOLOGY PROFESSOR PAUL GARBER

  JORDAN: IMMIGRATION AND INTEGRATION WITH LINGUISTICS PROFESSOR EMAN SAADAH

  PERU: HERITAGE, TOURISM, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE LAND OF THE INCAS WITH ANTHROPOLOGY PROFESSOR HELAINE SILVERMAN

  The application deadline for winter break programs is September 15th! Click here for more information and to apply.

  Questions? Contact LAS International Programs at las-studyabroad@illinois.edu

• 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.

• MSW Open House

  Oct 16, 2018 1:15 pm9 views

  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.

• 10/20 Mansfield Foodmobile Volunteers needed

  Oct 16, 2018 1:15 pm9 views

  My name is Emily Stoerger and I am the Community Relations Coordinator at the Eastern Illinois Foodbank. We have an upcoming Foodmobile at the Northern Piatt Fire Protection District, 108 Washington St., Mansfield, IL on October 20th from 8:45 am - 12:15 pm. We need volunteers to be able to distribute food. I was wondering if you would be interested in volunteering at this site or helping us spread the word about this upcoming opportunity.

  Foodmobiles are mobile food pantries focused on alleviating hunger among vulnerable populations. Foodmobiles target rural and under-served communities. Volunteers are needed to set up the food distribution area, hand out product to recipients, help recipients carry product to their cars, and clean up after distribution is complete. A short orientation will be provided by a Foodmobile Captain or EIF Staff member on-site at 8:45 am. This volunteer project requires volunteers to lift, bend and stand during distribution preparation and throughout the distribution period.

  This is a great way to make a lot of impact in a short amount of time. Most of our Foodmobiles feed anywhere from 100-250 families in a single morning! These Foodmobiles will service all of Piatt County for the month of October but so far we only have a handful of volunteers to work the distribution. Without volunteers, these distributions are simply not possible.

  If you are interested, you should sign up online here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0844afac28a0fd0-eiffoodmobiles. If anyone has any questions they can contact me by email at estoerger@eifoodbank.org or by phone at 217-328-3663.

  Our Foodmobiles help us get food to under-served locations and they would not be possible without you volunteers. 

• School of Social Work Blood Drive

  Oct 19, 2020 10:45 am9 views

  Thursday, November 5: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm

  All donors must have a scheduled appointment time and wear a mask to ensure social distancing. To schedule your time to donate go online at www.bloodcenter.org and use code # 70865A.

  Questions, please contact Sharva Hampton-Campbell (shamcamp@illinois.edu). 

  All donors are encouraged to do their questions on the blood drive date on 11/5 by texting EarlyQ to 999-777 or see www.bloodcenter.org/earlyq.

  SSW swag for all donors and a gift card or retro inspired t-shirt.

• Community-Academic Scholars Info Session Wed., Nov. 11

  Nov 9, 2020 8:00 am9 views

  The Community-Academic Scholars Initiative empowers undergraduates to address critical issues in our community related to health, poverty, and social inequity with training, support, and a $3500 stipend. Scholars from disciplines across campus contribute to research projects that have an impact in Champaign-Urbana. Join us Wed., Nov. 11, 6 – 6:45 p.m. to learn about the program and application process, hear about past projects, and find out how scholars are matched to projects. Register for Zoom details.

• Fred S. Bailey Internship Scholarship Program for Cause-Driven Leaders

  Nov 12, 2018 1:45 pm9 views

  Are you interested in an unpaid internship but are concerned about the financial hardship it may cause? The Fred S. Bailey Internship Scholarship Program for Cause-Driven Leaders is available to undergraduate students at the University of Illinois who receive an unpaid internship with a public service agency or not-for profit organization. Awards are $1,000 for a part-time internship or $2,500 for a full-time internship and are given directly to the student to help with educational expenses.

  Students completing internships that are part of an academic program's graduation requirements (community health practicum, social work internship, student teaching, etc) are not eligible to receive the Bailey Internship Scholarship. We highly encourage students in these programs to consider applying for the Bailey Undergraduate Scholarship, due February 15. For more information on the Bailey Undergraduate Scholarship program, click here.

  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
  Spring 2019 (For internships that occur between January 1, 2019 - May 15, 2019)
  Application Deadline: November 13

• Fulbright UK Summer Institutes - Information Session 12/7

  Nov 30, 2018 12:15 pm9 views

  Dear freshmen and sophomores,

  Do you want to study in the United Kingdom this summer for free? The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes offer nine programs for 2019: 

  Interested in global leadership? Join the Future Leaders of a Global Age summer institute at the University of Westminster in London.
  Interested in the environment? Study climate change issues at the University of Exeter.
  Interested in social justice or education policy? Explore these in the post-conflict setting of Northern Ireland at Queen’s University Belfast.
  Interested in the performing arts? Practice combat and swordplay, movement, dance and design at Shakespeare’s Globe Theater.
  Interested in arts as activism?  Consider how social policy, philosophy and the arts have been combined to promote social change at the University of Bristol.
  Interested in technology and design? Explore Scotland’s creative and technological industries through study at the University of Strathclyde and the Glasgow School of Art.
  Interested in media?  Explore film and media culture in the UK at the University of Birmingham.
  Interested in British or Irish studies?  Explore British culture at the University of Sussex or Irish studies at the Queen’s University Belfast.
  Interested in international politics? Study identity and nationhood at the Aberystwyth University in Wales.

  The Summer Institutes cover the majority of the participant costs (round-trip airfare from the US to the UK, tuition and fees at the university, room and board, and social programs).  Students must be US citizen freshmen or sophomores with a GPA of 3.7 or above.

  More information about the institutes and their application can be found at: http://www.fulbright.org.uk/going-to-the-uk/uk-summer-institutes

  Our info session will tell you everything you need to know about the benefits of attending a Fulbright UK Summer Institute and how to be a competitive applicant. We’ll also hear from previous Illinois recipients.

  UK Summer Fulbright Information Session

  Friday, December 7th, 3:00-4:00 pm

  514 Illini Union Bookstore

• Rural Healthcare summer program Informational

  Jan 9, 2019 4:45 pm8 views

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

  Information session available to all health professions students!

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

  Two separate sessions are offered to accommodate student schedules.

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

• Fred S. Bailey Internship Scholarship Program for Cause-Driven Leaders

  Jan 14, 2019 10:15 am8 views

  The Bailey Undergraduate awards are $3000 awards ($1500/semester) given each year to undergraduate students at the University of Illinois who have demonstrated positive impact and commitment as a result of service, community involvement, leadership, and action. Financial need and academic achievement will also be considered. University of Illinois - Urbana campus undergraduate students in all programs are eligible to apply. 

  For more information or to apply online, visit: www.universityymca.org/bailey 

  Application deadline: February 15

  bailey@universityymca.org

  Not sure if you should apply? working on an application and feeling stuck?  Don't quite understand the financial information?  Attend an info session to ask questions and get advice from the Scholarship Director -- all in the comfort of your own home. More information >>

• Join SOAR to tutor local youth

  Jan 20, 2017 8:30 am8 views

  SOAR tutoring is scheduled for TWR from 2:00-3:15. The program provides after-school enrichment for Latina/o bilingual youth. Children in grades 2-5 benefit from tutoring in reading and homework followed by social activities. Illinois students are paired with the same child for the semester and may choose to volunteer more than one day per week. Spanish-speaking skills are not necessary in order to participate. Tutors will need to complete a background check through the Champaign School District. For more information email mglang2@illinois.edu.

• Social Work Awards Informational Meetings 1/26 and 1/30

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  Are you interested in applying for a student scholarship/award?  This year’s awards application will go live on February 6, 2017.  Recipients of these awards will be invited to attend the Social Work Awards Ceremony on April 23, 2017 at the i-Hotel.  Learn more about the application process, the requirements for each award, and the awards timeline by attending one of the informational sessions below.

  Thursday, January 26th
  12:00pm-1:00pm – feel free to bring your lunch!
  Room 2015

  Monday, January 30th
  4:00pm-5:00pm
  Room 2015
  You only need to attend one session. For questions, email Amy Frederick at aeweber2@illinois.edu.

• Become a McKinley Fitness Peer!

  Jan 23, 2019 2:15 pm8 views

  Become a McKinley Fitness Peer!

  The Health Education Unit of McKinley Health Center is looking for student leaders interested in fitness and overall health. Our Fitness Peers are volunteers that are dedicated to spreading awareness to others about the benefits of fitness and wellness through workshops, campaigns, and events. Our Fitness Peers are competent and passionate individuals who enjoy working with others across campus and in the C-U community. Enhance your leadership skills and meet new people on campus who share the same interests as you!

  Limited time to join: Fitness Peers information meeting will be held at the ARC in meeting room 2 on Monday February 4th at 4pm.

  For more information please contact FitnessPeers@gmail.com and follow us on FB & Instagram @FitnessPeersUIUC

• Summer Study in Italy and France

  Jan 28, 2019 9:45 am8 views

  The University of Illinois Landscape Architecture summer semester program in Italy and France offers students an opportunity to engage in the past and present designs of bothcountries’ landscapes, architectural styles, ecologies, art and culture. Students are invited from a variety of disciplines, including landscape architecture, architecture, urban planning, art, history, and ecology.

  Led by Landscape Architecture Instructor & Designer in Residence, Katherine Kraszewska, and History Visiting Faculty Gracjan Kraszewski, the program consists of an 8-week study based in Cremolino, Italy. The program will run from May 19 to July 13th and is offered through the Landscape Architecture Department at the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. The experience comprises site-visits—including to Milan, Genoa, Cinque Terre, Florence, and Siena—along with investigations of Tuscan and Roman cultural landscapes, lectures by tutors, French instructors and historians, and, finally, a ten day focus on the French countryside surrounding Paris, Versailles, and Le Mont Saint-Michel. The students will also participate in an intensive course in Italian and French Literature and History, all the while being immersed in the host countries’ culture and language while living communally in the Casa Wallace mansion that will serve as the group’s base.For Any questions, Please contact Katy Kraszewska at ktk@illinois.edu and visit the program website to register:https://www.uiucitalyfrance2019.com/

  https://go.illinois.edu/italyfrance (registration form)

• Undergraduate Research Symposium 2018 - Now accepting student submissions

  Jan 29, 2018 9:45 am8 views

  The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is now accepting submissions for the 2018 Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS), set for Thursday, April 19. The URS is the signature event of Undergraduate Research Week (April 15-21), and brings together students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines on the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus, as well as corporate partners and sponsors, to learn more about undergraduate research and its potential to change the world.

  For more information on Undergraduate Research Week, the URS, and OUR programs, please visit our website at: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/researchweek.html

  Deadline for submitting an application to the URS is Friday, February 16, 2018, at 11:59 pm. The application can be found at http://go.illinois.edu/urs

  Questions may be addressed to ugresearch@illinois.edu; please put “URS Application” in the subject line.

• Senior 100 Honorary

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  The Senior 100 Honorary application is open! The Senior 100 Honorary is a highly prestigious award granted to the 100 most outstanding seniors of every graduating class.  The seniors nominated and selected for this honor are recognized for their accomplishments in the classroom as well as their impact on our campus community through service and involvement.  A ceremony including a brunch, keynote speaker, and award presentation will take place for the recipients of this distinguished honor on Sunday, April 30th at 10 A.M.  at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center.  We encourage all seniors to apply!  The application can be found at illinisaa.com, and is due by March 1st at 11:59pm.  

• In Her Shoes Domestic Violence Simulation

  Feb 26, 2020 11:15 am8 views

  On Friday, March 27th from 12 pm- 2 pm in room 2018. This is an interactive activity that brings awareness to the additional struggles domestic violence victims/survivors face due to poverty. Lunch will be provided, and registration is required due to the limited capacity. Register at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1905898 by Wednesday, 3/25.

• Career Week & Job Fair, 3/23-4/3

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  Career Week & Job Fair, 3/23-4/3, attend all of the following events and earn a Career Readiness Certificate!

  Career Closet: Room 2003(Skills Lab), free gently used professional clothing. Contact Laura Graven (lgraven2@illinois.edu) or Sharva Hampton-Campbell (shamcamp@illinois.edu) for a personal, professional attire consultation and access to the career closet or stop by during the following hours:

  Monday, 3/23: 11 am – 2 pm & 5 pm - 6 pm
  Tuesday, 3/24:  10 am - 12 pm & 5 pm - 6pm
  Thursday, 3/26: 10 am - 12 pm & 5 pm – 6 pm
  Friday, 3/27:  11 am – 2 pm
  Monday, 3/30: 11 am – 2 pm & 5 pm – 6 pm
  Tuesday, 3/31: 11 am – 12 pm & 5 pm – 6 pm
  Wednesday, 4/1: 11 am – 2 pm & 5 pm – 6 pm
  Thursday, 4/2: 11 am – 2 pm & 5 pm – 6 pm

  Resume and Cover Letter Review, Tuesday, 3/24 , 12 -12:50 pm and Thursday, 3/26, 5-5:30 pm, room 2015, facilitated by Monica Cherry.

  What Not To Wear (to an interview and work), Wednesday, 3/25, 12 pm, and 5:30 pm, room 2019, facilitated by Monica Cherry, Laura Graven, and Sharva Hampton-Campbell.

  Interviewing and Professional Attire Review, Friday, 3/27, 2:30 pm – 5 pm, room 2015. The session will cover how to prepare for a job fair and the difference between interviewing and networking.

  Job Fair, Friday, April 3, 10 am – 1 pm, Rosecrance, 2302 Moreland Ave, Champaign. Bring your resume and come prepared to talk with social service agency representatives about current openings.

• BSWA Bake Sale

  Mar 13, 2017 4:45 pm8 views

  The BSWA is continuing their Bake Sale on Tuesday, March 14th, from 12-2 PM. Stop by and get a treat!

• Creative Soles in the Boneyard Arts Festival

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  On Thursday, April 6th Creative Soles is in the Boneyard Arts Festival. It will be hosted at the Illini Hillel (503 E. John St.) where there will be a reception from 7-9pm with food, beverages, and all the shoes created available for purchase. Creative Soles works with artists with disabilities to create art on canvas shoes. Go to https://www.facebook.com/Cr8tivesoles/ in order to RSVP to the event. We would love to have the support of students and the faculty at the event!

  Drew McNamara (BSW May 2017)

• Youth Villages attending the Career Fair and hosting an Interview Day

  Apr 9, 2018 9:30 am8 views

  Youth Villages, a national non-profit providing behavioral & mental health treatment for youth and families through a variety of residential and community-based programs will be attending the career fair this year and interviewing candidates this week.

  They have many opportunities for growth and development as they promote from within, have relocation incentives/assistance, pay for licensure supervision & tuition reimbursement, and offer paid summer internships (full for this summer but open for next year).

  4/10 – Just In Time Career Fair at the Illini Union from 1pm – 6pm

  Learn more about BSW & MSW opportunities and talk through interests to see what may be a good fit Qualified students can sign-up for on campus person interviews or phone interview

  4/11 – On-Campus Interviews for our Career Development Program for Spring 2018 BSW Grads and MSW Opportunities

  Learn more about the BSW program here! Graduating MSW students can interview for a Family Intervention Specialist position or Residential Master’s Level Counselor (multiple locations) Students can email resume to schedule interview (vanderlaan@youthvillages) or apply online on Handshake

• Want to work with mothers and babies?

  Apr 10, 2017 10:15 am8 views

  Sistering CU was created to help new moms by providing volunteer assistance with child care, light household tasks, and companionship. Volunteers provide 2-3 hours of service each week for approximately 3 months for a family. They will be interviewed and then paired up with a family. If you are interested in gaining volunteer experience and working with families, then follow the link below to sign up!

  https://www.sisteringcu.org/volunteer

• OUR Is Seeking Applications for the Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassador (IURA) Program

  Apr 15, 2019 12:15 pm8 views

  The Illinois Office of Undergraduate Research is seeking motivated and experienced undergraduate researchers to participate in our Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassadors (IURA) program. The IURA program is a collaborative cohort of accomplished and experienced students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Ambassadors are responsible for promoting undergraduate research on the UIUC campus and helping the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) to develop and maintain student-focused programs that represent UIUC’s diverse array of disciplines.

  Deadline for Applications: April 23, 2019 at 11:59pm

  For more information about this position including instructions to apply, please visit: https://go.illinois.edu/IURA_apply

• Illinois in Washington Program (Spring 2020 Washington, DC Internships): Information Session on September 10th

  Aug 20, 2019 3:15 pm8 views

  Illinois in Washington (IIW) is an academic internship program open to all U of I undergraduates. Participants live and intern in Washington, DC, while taking U of I classes.  IIW offers an exceptional opportunity to gain rewarding work experience while enjoying the political, intellectual, and cultural experiences that only the nation's capital can offer.  Student internships have included positions with members of Congress, think tanks, social justice organizations, and government agencies.  Join us for an unforgettable semester in one of the most exciting cities in the world. Learn more about IIW at our information session on September 10th, and apply to IIW by Oct. 1, 2019, at https://washington.illinois.edu/apply-now/. 

  INFORMATION SESSION DATE AND TIME: September 10, 2019, 5-6 PM
  LOCATION: Wohlers Hall 141

• Volunteer Tutors for Urbana High School and Urbana Middle School

  Aug 28, 2018 3:00 pm8 views

  Urbana High School and Urbana Middle School need tutors in the following areas:

  Math
  Literature and Composition
  Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Space Science
  French, Spanish, German, ELL
  History
  Child Development
  Special Education
  Minority Enrichment Program, After School Program, Athletic Study Table
  Clubs, Sports, and Extra-curricular Programs

  Information Meetings

  Wednesday, September 5th, 5:30-6:30 PM Room 150 Animal Science Building

  Wednesday, September 19th, 5:30-6:30 PM Room 103 Mumford Hall

  Contact Kristin Davis, kdavis@usd116.org, with questions.

• RSVP Now for Speed Friending!

  Aug 31, 2020 9:00 am8 views

  Join International Education and the Women’s Resources Center for an evening of virtual Speed Friending! Every five minutes, you will join a randomly assigned group of 3 new friends and be given a topic or question to discuss. When time is up, you’ll be off to make more new friends! In order to help us prepare, please RSVP by September 1st at 5 p.m.: https://go.illinois.edu/SpeedFriendingRSVP. Once you RSVP, you will be emailed the information for the Zoom meeting.

• Children, Youth and Family Services Alumni Virtual Panel Discussion

  Aug 31, 2020 9:45 am8 views

  Want to know more about the Children Youth and Family Services (CYFS) Focus Area? Join us at noon or 6:30 pm to hear from a panel of alumni who are CYFS professionals.

  Children, Youth and Family Services Alumni Virtual Panel Discussion

  Time: Sep 4, 2020 12:00 pm Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/96866158047?pwd=Z0lVeUIwQkNZQzY0NWRVUnJLVXk0QT09
  Meeting ID: 968 6615 8047
  Password: CYFS

  Time: Sep 4, 2020 06:30 pm Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/98921059066?pwd=NlI1L2J4MkVqdkY2WUQ3cE1WNDd0Zz09
  Meeting ID: 989 2105 9066
  Password: CYFS

• Health Related RSO Fair

  Sep 5, 2017 1:00 pm8 views

  The Career Center will be hosting the Health Related RSO Fair next Wednesday, September 6 from 5-7 pm at their main office (715 S. Wright Street). Last year they had over 100 students come through to speak to representatives from Health RSOs.  

  Students attending do not need to register for the event, they just show up at any point between 5 and 7 pm. Health advisors will be there as well, if students have questions.