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• 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

• C-U Oktoberfest Volunteers needed

  Sep 15, 2017 9:00 am8 views

  DSC’s awesome fundraiser, C-U Oktoberfest is fast approaching…Saturday October 7th!   

  Here’s the scoop…

  *You can sign up at http://signup.com/go/HQQnpzt

  *Please only sign up if you’re committed to the event.  And we would LOVE if you could help with more than one shift!

  *Per the City of Champaign, NO drinking alcohol is allowed on shift.  There is no rule about drinking before-hand, so we just ask that you keep it to a minimum so you’re still able to cover your shift! Don’t forget, those German beers are strong!

  *If you’d like to sign up a friend/significant other, please just fill out there info. Whether it is you signing up, or signing up someone else connected to you, PLEASE ADD “UISW” to your name somewhere when you sign up.  Ex. “John Smith UISW”. 

  Thank you so much for your support of this event and our agency!  On behalf of DSC and all the people with disabilities that choose our services…thank you!

• CHAIL Hiring Expo

  Sep 17, 2018 11:30 am8 views

  Children's Home has a hiring expo coming up on October 3rd. CHAIL is one of the largest social service agencies in Illinois, and they have a variety of position availabilities in social work and special education.

  View positions and find more information at chail.org or on social media.

• Social Justice Paraprofessional Program

  Oct 4, 2018 3:30 pm8 views

  The Social Justice Educators Paraprofessional Program wants you!

  Do you want to…

  Serve as a peer leader on campus?

  Expand your knowledge about social identities and inclusivity?

  Design fun and engaging educational opportunities for your peers?

  Develop public speaking and interpersonal communication skills?

  If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the leadership opportunity for you! Become a social justice educator paraprofessional! For more information on how to apply, visit https://go.illinois.edu/SJEPapplication or attend one of the following information sessions.

  Gregory Hall Room 205        

  October 11th 6:30 – 730 pm

  October 18th 6:30 – 7:30 pm

• Upcoming School of Social Work Events

  Oct 14, 2019 10:30 am8 views

  Financial Wellness Brown Bag Workshop, Wednesday October 15, from 12 pm - 12:50 pm and 4 pm - 4:50 pm in Room 2015.

  Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, Tuesday, October 22, from 12 pm - 12:50 pm in Room 2015. Join us for some great food and music!

• Illinois Student Government Campus Committee Applications

  Oct 21, 2020 3:45 pm8 views

  ISG is devoted, especially in these virtual times, to campus connections between students and administrators. With that said, it’s that time of year again for students to apply to Campus Committees. Campus Committees are committees run by the Office of the Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs, which touch all areas of campus life, including cultural centers, student fees, and much more! Being involved in a Campus Committee allows students an unparalleled opportunity to shape the Illinois experience, represent the student body, and have their ideas heard. Even for students who may have no interest in student governance per se, Campus Committees are a fantastic way to impact their experience at the University of Illinois directly.   

  For more information about Campus Committees, please visit here. Students can find the application on the Illinois Student Government website or by clicking here. Please note that all application submissions are due on October 23rd. In the meantime, however, please feel free to contact Chief of Staff Katrina Rbeiz at isg-chiefofstaff@illinois.edu with any questions, comments, or concerns!  

  Best Regards,  

  Tyler Gadbury Deputy Chief of Staff

• Why Should I Join NASW?

  Nov 2, 2020 4:00 pm8 views

  Presented by UIUC GSWA

  An NASW enrollment informational session featuring the Executive Director of the Illinoi Chapter, Joel Rubin

  November 13, 12-1 PM

  https://illinois.zoom.us/j/99029210587?pwd=T3FFOU9IQW53eEZoejNMWjRNZ09mUT09
  Password: 745518

• Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research - Two New Issues

  Nov 16, 2020 8:30 am8 views

  The Journal of Undergraduate Social Work Research published two issues this fall – Volume 4, No. 1 and No 2.

  These two volumes feature a variety of pieces, including creative expression pieces, literature reviews, research poster presentations, and scholarly research papers. The issues were edited by Senior Editor, Rebecca Hawley, the Advisory board (Rachel Garthe & Jan Carter-Black), and 7 undergraduate editors (6 BSW students and 1 Psychology student). A huge thank you to everyone who promoted the journal and mentored these students! And congratulations to the students on becoming published authors!

  https://ugresearchjournals.illinois.edu/index.php/juswr/issue/view/43
  https://ugresearchjournals.illinois.edu/index.php/juswr/issue/view/44

  If you are interested in submitting pieces for future volumes or becoming an undergraduate student editor, please contact Dr. Garthe at rcgarthe@illinois.edu.

• Spring 2021 Hourly Job Opportunity

  Dec 14, 2020 1:45 pm8 views

  We are looking for undergraduate students to annotate emotions in text. This is currently a remote position. Anyone who is hired will be compensated approximately $15/hour.To apply, please complete this survey https://forms.gle/BiqUYaiaS8ttKwkNA. We will contact you within 1 week of your application.

  Capturing and Understanding Emotions in Text

  Analyzing data to capture various emotions is very important for a wide number of applications, such as consumer engagement, experience in healthcare, advertising, etc. Also important is exposure to, or strong motivation to learn about emotions in text communication. This undergraduate opportunity will be part of a larger project in our lab that investigates new and better ways for people to interact with machines as well as with one another.

  The selected candidate will:
  -Not be expected to have previous experience
  -Work with a faculty mentor and/or graduate students with experience in Language and Emotion.
  -Annotate/code textual data to capture important affective information;
  -Learn about the challenges and opportunities of processing user-generated data (i.e., social media) and learn about the role of emotions in human-computer and human-human interaction.

  To apply, please complete this survey https://forms.gle/BiqUYaiaS8ttKwkNA. We will contact you within 1 week of your application. If you have any questions, please contact Jose at jzavala3@illinois.edu.

• Spring 2019 i-Program Series Dates

  Jan 9, 2019 4:45 pm7 views

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

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

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

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

  INTERSECT: Jan. 26th 

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

  PETULLO INSIGHT: Feb. 2nd 

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

  IGNITE: Feb. 9th 

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

  IMPRINT: Feb. 23rd 

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

  INTEGRITY: Mar. 30th 

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

  INCLUSION: Apr. 13th

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

• OVP Blood Drive

  Jan 14, 2019 3:45 pm7 views

  The Office of Volunteer Progams is holding a blood drive, and we need your help. 

   

  I am very pleased to announce that we’re partnering with the Community Blood Services of Illinois on January 23rd from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to hold our own blood drive.

   

  Personally, I feel great pride in knowing that the Office of Volunteer Programs is becoming a part in what MVRBC does to strengthen our local community by providing safe and ready access to life-saving blood products. 

   

  38% of the population is eligible to donate blood. Fewer than 10% actually do.

   

  This is a problem. Every day, many Americans depend on blood donations from generous volunteer donors for critical components of their medical care…it is truly the most personal natural resource.

   

  By giving less than thirty minutes of your time, you can help save lives and get a cookie on top of it! Please sign up to help save others!

   

  The form can be found here: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1082886.

• 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.

• Phi Kappa Phi Scholarship Opportunity for 1st year Freshmen

  Feb 13, 2017 1:00 pm7 views

  Chapter 046 of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi will award a first-year undergraduate student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign a $500 scholarship in recognition of past achievements and future academic potential. The award will be determined by an essay contest.

  First-year students are invited to submit a 500-word essay that answers the following question:

  Is the main purpose of a college education to prepare students for the workforce or to prepare them for lifelong learning?

  To be eligible for this award the student must:

  Be a full-time undergraduate at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign who has earned less than 30 credit hours at any accredited university.

  Compose a 500-word essay on the topic specified above. Word limits will be strictly enforced.

  Essays should be single-spaced with 1” margins, 12-point type, on a standard 8.5”x 11” page layout.

  The essay will be judged on content and technical merit. Essays will be subjected to blind judging. Include your name and contact information on a separate coversheet, not on the essay itself.

  Completed essays and applications should be submitted to Amanda Houser (ahouser@illinois.edu) by March 6, 2017. The award recipient will be announced at the Phi Kappa Phi initiation ceremony in April 2017. Please contact Amanda if you have questions regarding the award or the essay criteria.

  The Phi Kappa Phi chapter at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has been designated a Chapter of Excellence, the highest award a chapter can receive. Visit phikappaphi.org for additional information on The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• Alpha Phi Omega Donations Drive

  Mar 13, 2017 4:30 pm7 views

  Alpha Phi Omega is having a campus-wide donations drive to help Eastern Illinois Foodbank, Orphan's Treasure Box, and Feeding our Kids on March 27-31st. They will be on the quad from 11-3:30pm collecting canned food, old and new books, and food sorts.

• April Information Sessions for the National and International Scholarships Program for Juniors and Seniors

  Mar 28, 2019 2:45 pm7 views

  During the first two weeks of April, the National and International Scholarship Program will be hosting information sessions for undergraduate students across colleges and fields to learn about some nationally competitive scholarship opportunities.

  Information Sessions for juniors and seniors will be held the week of April 1st:

  For juniors and seniors, information sessions will focus on how to apply for June priority application deadlines, including many scholarships for study or research beginning in the fall of 2020.

  Monday, April 1st: 1:30-2:00 or 2:00-2:30

  Tuesday, April 2nd: 1:30-2:00 or 2:00-2:30

  Wednesday, April 3rd: 3:30-4:00 or 4:00-4:30

  Thursday, April 4th: 3:00-3:30 or 3:30-4:00

• HDFS 494: STRONG Kids now accepting applications for 2017-2018

  Mar 29, 2017 4:00 pm7 views

  The Family Resiliency Center is currently accepting applications for the HDFS 494: STRONG Kids undergraduate research course.  The STRONG Kids Research Program provides a unique, team-based, hands-on research experience working with over 450 families with children aged 3 months-4 years. 

  Applications are due April 21st. 

  Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted the last week of April. The link to the application is at the bottom of this email.

  Students are eligible if they:

  Will have sophomore, junior, or senior class standing by Fall 2017 Are available to work regular hours on an assigned research project for 6-9 hours per week Have two, 3 hour blocks of time each week (including one evening) Are able to attend class every other week on Tuesdays from 4:30-6:00

  The purpose of these two-semester year-long supervised research course is to provide students with a first-hand experience working as part of a research team as well as to help them develop a working knowledge of the theory and applications of transdisciplinary approaches to obesity research.

  This course is divided into 3 components: Obesity prevention, professional development training, and applied research.

  Additional information about this course, as well the application can be found on our website at: http://familyresiliency.illinois.edu/education/undergraduate-students.

• LAS Majors & Minors Expo - April 12

  Mar 29, 2017 4:00 pm7 views

  LAS Major & Minor Expo

  Wednesday, April 12

  2:00-4:00 p.m.

  2009 Student Dining Residential Programs Building (301 E. Gregory Drive)

  The event will begin with PechaKucha presentations by faculty and staff from “lesser known” LAS programs. Following the presentations, students will be able to enjoy refreshments and interact with academic department representatives, student leadership groups, and other LAS specific resources.

  If you are interested in changing majors or adding a double major/dual degree/minor to their plan of study, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more about the unique opportunities LAS has to offer. 

  Any questions regarding the event can be directed to Erica Koury, Assistant Director of LAS Recruitment & Admissions – ekoury@illinois.edu.

• Community Service & Volunteer Fair

  Aug 31, 2017 4:00 pm7 views

  OVP will be hosting the annual Community Service and Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, September 19th from 10:30 am-1:30 pm in the Illini Union I-Rooms. All students, staff, and faculty are welcome to attend. Community agencies, service RSOs, and campus offices will be promoting their volunteer opportunities and service projects. Bring your i-Card for a chance to win raffle prizes!

  Volunteers are needed to assist with setup and working the event. Check out the available times at https://www.volunteersignup.org/TXMDX.

• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Stress Management Peer Leaders

  Sep 5, 2018 9:00 am7 views

  McKinley Heath Center’s Health Education Unit is seeking volunteers to become Stress Management Peer (SMP) Leaders. SMP is dedicated to providing education & awareness to UI students on stress-related topics and concerns. We facilitate stress-related workshops; participate in campus-wide program planning and other organized events while embracing the diversity of our campus. This is a great opportunity to enhance leadership skills and meet new and interesting people. Strong communication skills desired. This hands-on experience is a great volunteer opportunity!

  Learn to Stress Less! Limited time to join!

  Interest session will be held at the Illini Union, Room 404 on Wednesday, September 5 at 5:00 p.m. For more information please contact Jessica: jkrawie2@illinois.edu

• 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.

• Expanding the Champaign County Museums Network

  Nov 5, 2018 1:45 pm7 views

  The Museums at the Crossroads Consortium is expanding its membership and changing its name to reflect its new partnership strategy. It’s now the Champaign County Museum Network. Champaign County is filled with fun and interesting museums. Since 1996, many of these museums have worked together as the Museums at the Crossroads Consortium.  Brought together originally for a Museums in the Classroom grant, the organization meets monthly and has collaborated on a wide variety of projects that benefit all its members, including advertising publications, classes for local Osher Lifelong Learning Institute members, and an annual informational and activity tent at the Urbana Sweetcorn Festival. “When we work together, we save a great deal of time and energy,” said Network vice president Pam Leiter. “For example, sharing one tent at the Urbana Sweetcorn Festival means representatives of each museum only need to work a short shift to keep the tent staffed. This allows museums with fewer employees to participate in larger events without exhausting their resources.”

  In addition to the current museums, the Network is adding memberships for both individuals and a wide variety of area organizations.  “Museums don’t stand alone in the county,” stated Leiter. “We are part of a larger network of volunteers, teachers, archivists, emerging museum professionals, schools, libraries, historical societies, convention and visitors bureaus, and media groups that work together to provide fun and educational opportunities to central Illinois communities.  Our new updates, such as adding affiliates like the Illinois Distributed Museum, better represent who we are and how we work.”

  The Network follows this mission: The Champaign County Museums Network (CCMN) empowers members by forging connections that encourage best practices among museums and museum professionals and promotes each institution as relevant, engaging, and integral members of our community.

  The Museum Members of the Network:

  Anita Purves Nature Center (Urbana Park District)
  Champaign County History Museum
  Homer Lake Interpretive Center (Champaign County Forest Preserve District)
  Krannert Art Museum (University of Illinois)
  Museum of the Grand Prairie (Champaign County Forest Preserve District)
  Orpheum Children’s Science Museum
  Pollinatarium (University of Illinois)
  Sousa Archives and Center for American Music (University of Illinois)
  Spurlock Museum (University of Illinois)
  William Staerkel Planetarium (Parkland College)

  For more information on the Network, its museums, and membership opportunities, visit its website at www.champaigncountymuseums.org.

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

  Dec 6, 2018 9:00 am7 views

  MLK Day of Service 2019 — Lead, Challenge, Impact

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

• Summer Study Tour in Greece

  Jan 17, 2018 1:15 pm6 views

  FSHN 199 - "Mediterranean Study Abroad" (CRN 33010) will take you to Greece for 13 days at the end of May. Find out why the Mediterranean Diata (lifestyle) is the focus of health/wellness. Thessaloniki Greece has it all. It is a city that has a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere by day balanced with an exciting nightlife after dark.  For more information and to apply, visit:  https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=11519

• Study Abroad Open House

  Jan 17, 2018 1:45 pm6 views

  Thursday, January 25, 2018   3:30 - 5:30 pm and Friday, February 9, 2018

  Come to International Studies Building to learn about study abroad opportunities, while talking to returnee students and enjoying free coffee!  The open house will include:

  Resource tables - grab a stack of helpful flyers about scholarships, upcoming deadlines, the studying abroad process, and moreMini fair - learn more about students' experiences by speaking with returnees at regional tablesSpeed advising - talk with an education abroad coordinator or peer advisor to answer your questions about studying abroad

  All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to stop by!

• Upcoming Pre-Law Events

  Jan 19, 2018 9:15 am6 views

  Pre-Law 101—Monday, January 29, 4-5 pm in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building. This workshop is designed for incoming students who are new to pre-law or are interested in learning more about it. It will cover: What it means to be pre-law at Illinois, course selection, majors, and extracurriculars, building a pre-law resume, and what law schools are really looking for. We will outline a four year plan to maximize your undergraduate experiences in order to make a great law school candidate. We’ll also take any questions about law school and legal careers. Please register here so that we can ensure enough seating and materials for everyone. Incoming students should attend a Pre-Law 101 prior to setting up an individual pre-law advising appointment.

  LSAT Prep Fair—Tuesday, February 6, 4-6 pm, Illini Union Rooms B&C. The LSAT Prep Fair features several LSAT prep companies and four mini-workshops by LSAT experts who will share what is on the LSAT and how to prepare for it. LSAT prep companies will be offering discounts and sharing helpful resources. Have some snacks, watch a quick demonstration of logic games, and win prizes, including LSAT prep course scholarships!

  Who should attend? Freshmen and Sophomores: Find out what’s on the LSAT and how to prepare for it! Join us for mini-workshops by experts about LSAT content. Have some snacks and talk to different LSAT prep companies about how you can plan ahead to maximize your LSAT performance!

  Juniors, Seniors, and Alumni: Learn about the LSAT and figure out which LSAT prep option is best for you! Talk to different LSAT prep companies about their most effective class formats for you. All participants will receive LSAT prep class discounts! We will also raffle off some scholarships and other great prizes.

  More details--including the mini-workshop schedule--will be updated as the event nears on our website here.

  Practice LSAT—Friday, February 16, 8:30 am-12:00 pm. Whether you are taking the real Law School Admission Test in June (or later in 2018) or this is your first-ever baseline test, this is a great opportunity to take the LSAT in a testlike environment with a proctor. This practice opportunity features an actual, previously administered LSAT in a realistic, timed testing environment. Seating is limited. Test details and location will be emailed to registrants before the exam.  Please register here. Special thanks to the Law School Admission Council for granting a license to Pre-Law Advising Services for use of this LSAT.

  Negotiating Law School Scholarships—Monday, February 26, 5:00-6:15 pm in 1090 Lincoln Hall. Applications are finished, and now acceptances and financial aid offers are rolling in. So…what happens next? Now is the time to assess aid offers and discuss options for additional scholarships with your law schools. How can applicants have a respectful yet productive conversation that potentially results in more scholarship dollars being awarded? Join us as we examine exactly how to go about negotiating law school scholarships with the expertise of a panel of law school admissions professionals with a wealth of experience! This session is a must-see for anyone applying to law school. No registration necessary.

  Panelists include:

  Amanda Noascono, Assistant Dean and Director of Admissions at DePaul University College of Law Rebecca Ray, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Financial Aid at the University of Illinois College of Law Nicole Vilches, Assistant Dean for Admissions at Chicago-Kent College of Law

• Fulbright UK Summer Program for Freshmen and Sophomores

  Jan 20, 2017 3:00 pm6 views

  Ready to Study Shakespeare at the Globe Theatre in London?

  The Northern reaches of the Roman Empire in Durham?

  Ireland's history in Belfast?

  Ten different opportunities make up the Fulbright UK Summer Institutes for US Students.   More info here.

  The National and International Scholarships Program staff are eager to tell you more about this program and help you apply.

  Come to our Fulbright UK Summer Institutes Overview Session on Thursday, Jan. 26th, from 3:30-4:30pm in Room 514 in the Illini Union Bookstore.

  The US-UK Fulbright Commission offers special Summer Institutes for US citizens to come to the UK.  These summer programs provide the opportunity for US undergraduates (aged over 18), with at least two years of undergraduate study left to complete, to come to the UK on a three or four week academic and cultural summer program.

  Participants in these programs will get the opportunity to experience an exciting academic program at a highly regarded UK University, explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK and develop their academic ability by improving presentation, research and communication skills.

• Conference on Social, Ethnic and Racial Boundaries

  Jan 22, 2018 1:30 pm6 views

  Illinois State University will host a two-day conference to explore how people see race and ethnicity in the time of Donald Trump.

  Social, Ethnic, and Racial Boundaries on Campus and Community in the 21st Century will be February 9-10 in the Prairie Room of the Bone Student Center at Illinois State University. The conference is free and open to the public.

  https://news.illinoisstate.edu/2018/01/conference-explores-social-ethnic-racial-boundaries-february-9-10/

• Undergraduate Research Grants - Spring 2020

  Feb 11, 2020 4:15 pm6 views

  Research Support Grant (RSG)

  Research Support Grant (RSG)  This grant provides students from all disciplines with the funds necessary to conduct research or creative projects during the academic year both on and off campus (including summer terms). Awards will be up to $2,000 and are meant to cover research travel costs, living expenses incurred during academic breaks (i.e., winter break and summer terms, NOT regular semester living expenses), and materials or other ancillary costs. We hope that this competition will both broaden and deepen the types of research being conducted by undergraduate students on campus, and that the recipients are able to use this opportunity as a way of engaging with their fields.

  For details, eligibility requirements, and link to the application please visit: http://go.illinois.edu/OUR_RSG

  The deadline for applications is March 12, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.

  Conference Travel Grant (CTG)

  Conference Travel Grant (CTG) This grant provides awards of up to $350 for undergraduate students to travel to professional conferences to present their research posters, papers, or creative works. Please note, the Office of Undergraduate Research does not provide funds for conference travel for attendance only; grants are meant for students who will present their work.

  For details, eligibility requirements, and link to the application please visit: http://go.illinois.edu/OUR_CTG

  The deadline for applications is February 26, 2020 at 11:59pm.

   

• Social Work Month Alumni Brown Bag Discussion

  Feb 20, 2018 1:15 pm6 views

  ABE LEE, BSW ‘94
  Director of Product Management at Diona

  MARCH 14TH, @12P.M. ROOM 2018

  Abe (BSW ‘94) started in the child welfare domain in the early 90’s as a caseworker in Chicago, specializing in treatment foster care and therapeutic services. After nearly 10 years of working in the child welfare and community services domain, he left direct services to enter into the private sector. He has been in the technology field since the early 2000’s helping to implement case management systems for health and human services agencies throughout the world. In 2013, Abe transitioned from the design and development of large systems to a much smaller world - mobile. He is now the Director of Product Management at Diona defining and designing mobility products specifically for the health and human services domain.

• Program Information: MSW at Saint Louis University

  Feb 20, 2018 1:15 pm6 views

  Anchored by a commitment to social justice, SLU M.S.W. students learn the skills and knowledge needed to make a lasting positive impact in the world. From microenterprise in Rwanda to substance-use disorder counseling in St. Louis, SLU M.S.W. students choose from 400+ field sites - locally, nationally, and internationally - to find the practicum that best fits their career goals. At Saint Louis University, we offer three concentrations:

  Applied Behavior Analysis
  ClinicalCommunity
  Organization

  And, these areas of emphasis:

  Community Mental Health Practice
  Criminology and Criminal Justice
  Gerontology
  Global Social Work
  Health Practice
  Nonprofit Administration
  Practice with Children and Youth
  School Social Work
  Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  Therapy with Individuals and Families
  Trauma-Informed Practice
  Urban Planning
  Veteran Service

  
  Click here to learn more about SLU's M.S.W. program and dual-degree opportunities. If you would like to learn more about SLU's M.S.W. program, please contact Amelia Blanton Hibner, M.S.W. Program Coordinator (314.977.2712 amelia.blantonhibner@slu.edu)

• Black & Latino Male Summit

  Mar 1, 2018 3:45 pm6 views

  Black & Latino Male Summit Saturday, March 31 | 9am-4pm | I-Hotel The summit aims to create an experience that sparks reflection and ignites action from its participants. Furthermore, the organizers and sponsors of this summit seek to promote camaraderie, coalition building, and community between Black and Latino men.

  Registration: http://go.illinois.edu/blms2018registration
  To submit a workshop proposal: http://go.illinois.edu/blms2018proposals (deadline: Friday, Feb. 16)
  Sign-up to volunteer: http://go.illinois.edu/blms2018volunteers
  More information on BLMS sub-themes, etc: https://oiir.illinois.edu/2018_BLMS
  Facebook event: BLMS 2018

• Expressive Arts workshop!

  Mar 2, 2017 3:15 pm6 views

  Join the Women's Resource Center on Monday March 6th from 7-9pm at the Women's Resources Center for an Expressive Arts workshop! In this session, students will be invited to create a bridge between their affect connected with the current political climate to their collective goals of a better future through visual arts, movement, and writing. 

• Seats Open in 2nd 8-week Leadership Courses

  Mar 6, 2020 11:45 am6 views

  LEAD 140: Harnessing Your Interpersonal Intelligence

  Section C (CRN 70628) – Online – 2nd 8 weeks (3/16/2020 – 5/6/2020)

  2 credit hours

  Who Should Take This Class:  Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior students in ANY college/major interested in developing their self-awareness, self-management, and interpersonal communication skills to be effective team members and leaders.

  Course Description: Students will expand their capacity for communication, collaboration and team leadership to navigate the complexities of the university and beyond. In this course, students will learn communication strategies to work with others and practice self-awareness, self-management, and interpersonal communication skills in a supportive setting to reach their personal potential as emerging leaders.

  LEAD 170: Leading Student Organizations

  Section A (CRN 70626) – Online – 2nd 8 weeks (3/16/2020 – 5/6/2020)

  Section B (CRN 70629) – In Person – Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:20 p.m. – 2nd 8 weeks (3/16/2020 – 5/6/2020)

  2 credit hours

  Who Should Take This Class: Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior students in ANY college/major interested in developing their organizational leadership skills to be effective leaders in student, university, or community organizations in which they are involved.  

  Course Description: Students will develop their capacity for leadership in university and volunteer organizations. In this course, students will learn about organizational structures, elements of effective organizations, strategies for leading other people, and applications beyond formal student organizations.

• I w-I-L-L

  Mar 11, 2019 10:15 am6 views

  I w-I-L-L make a difference

  Interested in becoming a big sister/big brother or a role model for a child nearby?

  Want to be able to give back to the community and make a difference in someone else's life?

  I w-I-L-L is a new student organization that holds event and activities for students at local elementary schools, giving them a chance to guild a relationship with a college student. The goal is for children to learn how to become successful and have confidence through the guidance of their older peer. In the end, hopefulll both children and their big brother/sister could learn from one another. 

  If you have other ideas or activities that you think could make a difference, there's a whole organization here to support them.

  If interested in joining or becoming a mentor, please fill out this form or email Trish Torres at pjt3@illinois.edu

• Illini Career and Internship Fair

  Mar 14, 2017 4:15 pm6 views

  Looking for a job or internship? Consider attending the Illini Career and Internship Fair on Wednesday, April 5th, 2017 from Noon to 5 PM in the ARC.

• Health Application Prep Month

  Mar 20, 2017 11:30 am6 views

  The Career Center will be hosting their annual Health Application Prep Month in April. Workshops will take place on each Thursday at 4 pm in The Career Center Interview Suite (616 E Green Street, Rm 213). If you plan to apply to health profession programs this upcoming cycle, please attend! They will be walking you through the application process. 

  They do have a bonus information session, that is not listed on the flyer. Dr. Tom TenHoeve from UIC College of Pharmacy will be talking to students about Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) on April 6 at 5 pm, following the Overview workshop. This is a great opportunity to learn more about a unique interviewing style that some health profession programs utilize.

• Change in Academic Calendar

  Mar 23, 2020 9:00 am6 views

  The University has made 2 significant changes to the Academic Calendar. You now have until Friday, March 27th to drop a course, elect Credit/No Credit, or Grade Replacement for a full semester Spring 2020 course. 

  Also, Fall 2020 time tickets will be delayed two weeks until April 6, 2020, and Summer/Fall Registration for current students will begin on April 20, 2020.

• 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).

• 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

• 4th Annual NEDA Walk

  Apr 10, 2017 10:15 am6 views

  What? Eating Disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness and can affect ANYONE. The NEDA walk aims to bring awareness about the dangers and the need for early intervention and treatment. 

  When? Saturday, April 29th, 9-11 AM @ the Illinois Arboretum. Check- in starts at 8! Opening ceremony at 9!

  How? Create a team or sign up as an individual! Our fundraising goal is $25,000. Help us reach that! Visit nedawalk.org/register?fr_id=4363 to sign up!

  What Else Can I Do? The Counseling Center & Eating Disorders Awareness Partners are here to help if you want to create additional programming in residence halls, sororities, school departments, etc. 

  Please contact Krystyna Orlowski at korlows2@illinois.edu for more information on the event or programming!

• 7th Annual LGBTQ Research Symposium

  May 6, 2019 2:45 pm6 views

  Please join us for the

  7th Annual LGBTQ Research Symposium

  Research for Change

  May 23-24, 2019
  Hyatt-Downtown Champaign
  217 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820

  Keynote Speaker:
  Dr. Kevin Nadal

  Methods Workshop:
  Building and Sustaining Community Partnerships
  Dr. Megan Paceley

  For registration and more information visit: https://lgbtresearch.weebly.com/
  CEUs available.

  Sponsors:
  Harrington Park Press
  University of Illinois School of Social Work at Urbana-Champaign
  University of Illinois College of ACES
  University of Kansas School of Social Welfare

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

  Aug 27, 2019 10:30 am6 views

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

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

  We are needs for students volunteers on the following days:

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

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

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

• Upcoming Events in Spanish

  Aug 28, 2017 9:00 am6 views

  Spanish Major/Minor Informational

  Interested in Spanish?  What can you do with Spanish?  Want to know how to possibly earn some Spanish credit abroad?  Then join us and find out about this and more! 

  There will be two informationals this fall

  Where:     Foreign Language Building, Lucy Ellis Lounge (Room 1080, behind the elevators)

  When:      Thurs., Sept. 14th from 3-4 pmTues., Oct. 24th from 4-5 pm

   

  Spanish Language Programs Abroad Info Sessions

  Sept. 5th and Nov. 14th From 4-5:15 pm Lucy Ellis Lounge (1080 FLB- behind the elevators)

• AmeriCorps IL Safe Families

  Aug 28, 2018 2:45 pm6 views

  Safe Families AmeriCorps members will serve to organize communities across Illinois in making their cities, schools, organizations and households more resilient to emergencies. The members' primary responsibilities will be to teach, coordinate and lead emergency preparedness, planning and recovery activities in their assigned territories in support of the American Red Cross. This opportunity is open to all across the state of Illinois. Service locations may include: Chicago, Romeoville, Springfield, Peoria, Rockford, Quincy, Champaign, Bloomington, and Moline. Terms start on September 10, 2018, with individuals serving 1700 hours over 11 months (35-40 hours per week). Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, a college graduate, a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, and possess a valid driver's license.

  Positions open now! Apply at:https://bit.ly/2vGlWXH

• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Stress Management Peer Leaders

  Sep 5, 2017 9:45 am6 views

  McKinley Heath Center’s Health Education Unit is seeking volunteers to become Stress Management Peer (SMP) Leaders. SMP is dedicated to providing education & awareness to UI students on stress-related topics and concerns. We facilitate stress-related workshops; participate in campus-wide program planning and other organized events while embracing the diversity of our campus. This is a great opportunity to enhance leadership skills and meet new and interesting people. Strong communication skills desired. This hands-on experience is a great volunteer opportunity!

  Learn to Stress Less! Limited time to join! 

  Interest session will be held at the Illini Union, Room 406 on Wednesday,  September 6th, 5:00 p.m.

  For more information please contact Savannah Hubly: hubly2@illinois.edu; or Cierra Womack: cwomack2@illinois.edu

• CEU event -- FREE for SSW students Positive Psychology in Social Work Practice: Theory, Skills, & Strategies

  Sep 6, 2017 10:15 am6 views

  Are you curious about the study of Happiness and Positive Psychology? Interested in learning strategies for your own life and future practice? Come join us for an interactive Friday afternoon seminar with a leading expert!  Sponsored by the Healthcare Education & Leadership Scholars (HEALS) program!  

  When: Friday, September 29, 2017, 1:00-4:00pm

  Where: School of Social Work, Room 2015

  Who: Dr. Rosalba Hernandez, PhD, MSc

  Register HERE (or paste into your browser:  http://socialwork.illinois.edu/positive-psychology )

• Honors Abroad

  Sep 15, 2017 10:15 am6 views

  The Honors LLC is excited to offer an Honors Abroad experience to the greater Scholar community. We will offer an Honors three credit course during the first 8 weeks of the Spring 18  semester, concluding with a 10 day excursion to Italy.  The course: Culture, Society, & Food will examine the intersections of Food and it’s relation to Culture and Society. The course is formatted in sensorial labs, very hands on, and is bound to be a great deal of fun. The syllabus for the course is attached, along with a snapshot of the in country itinerary. All majors, all years are eligible to apply. You can be apply by clicking this link: http://go.illinois.edu/honorsabroad

  Applications to be considered for this course are due by October 1st.  Interested in going, but curious about scholarships? Apply by September 15th for the Illinois for Illinois (I4I) scholarship.  You can check out I4I and other scholarships by clicking this link: http://www.international.illinois.edu/students/student-funding.html