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  • This Week: The Pandemic No One is Talking About

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

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

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

    Target audience: Space By and For Black Womxn 

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

  • Mary Ramier Grant for Undergraduate Women

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

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

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

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

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

    Fall Semester Deadline:                    October 1

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

  • 2018 Majors and Minors Fair

    Take a closer look at Illinois majors, minors, and resources!

    Majors & Minors Fair

    Monday, September 17th

    1:30-4:30pm

    Illini Union Ballrooms A, B, C

  • Upcoming Career Center Events

    Tuesday, September 25

    Finding an Internship ​​5 - 6 p.m.​, The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Wednesday, September 26 

    Snack Bite: Exploring Health Careers (Explore) 4:15 - 4:45 p.m., The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    10/17 Graduate and Professional School Fair, Illini Union, Rooms ABC & Pine Lounge, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Critical Language Scholarship Information Session 10/4

    The Critical Language Scholarship, provided by the U.S. Department of State, is a fully-funded, intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for undergraduate and graduate students.  A list of eligible languages is available here.

    The CLS institutes cover one academic year of university-level language coursework in 8 to 10 weeks over the summer, and include cultural programming, local language partners, and excursions. Participants receive academic credit at their U.S. institutions.  Applicants must be U.S. citizens at least 18 years of age and enrolled in a degree-granting program at the undergraduate or graduate level.  For more information, please visit: http://www.clscholarship.org/. 

    Our advisors, who have served as national-level CLS reviewers, will provide an overview of the program and give you helpful guidance on how to put together a competitive application.

    If you would like to learn more, please join us:

    Critical Language Scholarship Information Session
    Thursday, October 4th, 3:00-4:00 pm
    514 Illini Union Bookstore* (807 S. Wright St. Floor 5)

  • Critical Language Scholarship Information Session 10/2

    The Critical Language Scholarship, provided by the U.S. Department of State, is a fully-funded, intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for undergraduate and graduate students.  A list of eligible languages is available here.

    The CLS institutes cover one academic year of university-level language coursework in 8 to 10 weeks over the summer, and include cultural programming, local language partners, and excursions. Participants receive academic credit at their U.S. institutions.  Applicants must be U.S. citizens at least 18 years of age and enrolled in a degree-granting program at the undergraduate or graduate level.  For more information, please visit: http://www.clscholarship.org/.  

    Time: Oct 2, 2020 03:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
    Join Zoom Meeting https://illinois.zoom.us/j/92174217157?pwd=K2dDMElWNXBCSXY2U2xSOVAxeUNTZz09
    Meeting ID: 921 7421 7157
    Password: CLS

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

  • Graduate & Professional School Fair 2018

    Graduate & Professional School Fair 2018

    Recruiters from 132 institutions representing over 1,200 different graduate and professional school programs will be on hand for this open-house style fair.

    Wednesday, October 17, 2018 from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Illini Union Ballrooms A, B, C & Pine Lounge (first floor)

    No RSVP required.

    Casual attire welcome.

    A list of the schools/programs in attendance (as well as Grad School Prep Workshops) can be found on Handshake at: https://illinois.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/6937/student_preview

  • Mindful Monday

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

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

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

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

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

  • Upcoming School of Social Work Events

    iMSW Informational Session for prospective MSW students, Saturday, 10/12, from 9 am – 11:30 am, room 2027.

    MSW Open House for prospective MSW students, Saturday, 10/12, from 1 pm – 3:30 pm, room 2027. Prospective students will have the opportunity to learn more about our MSW programs, the application process, our school, and our faculty.

    Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, Tuesday, October 15, from 12 pm -12:50 pm in Room 2015. Join us for some great food and music!

  • WE NEED YOUR OPINION | 2019 Career Institute Insight Survey

    The Women’s Resources Center is looking for woman-identified students to help make our career development programs more impactful. Please consider taking 5 minutes to complete our survey for the upcoming Women’s Career Institute in Spring 2019.

    TAKE OUR QUICK SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZB2BNGH

    The Women’s Career Institute is a daylong event held on a Saturday that is a collaboration between the Women’s Resources Center, the Career Center, and YWCA. If you are interested in attending or have any questions, email Sylwia Dutka at dutka2@illinois.edu.

  • Big Ten Student Design Challenge--Now Open

    You may have heard about the Big Ten Student Design Challenge. UIUC and other Big Ten campuses, in collaboration with Herman Miller, have announced an opportunity for student teams to redesign an informal space on their campuses, and compete for close to $100K in prizes for the winning design.

    More information is available at the Big Ten Student Design Challenge main website. (Note: Ohio State is the main organizer of the event so much of the branding including the main website points to OSU. This should not discourage our students from participating in the challenge.) You or your students must enter an email under the Competition tab to request a packet of materials about the competition and the UIUC space to be redesigned.

    The space that was chosen for redesign on this campus is in the basement of the Foreign Language Building, an airy, well-traveled space that is easily accessible to anyone who wants to dream up a fantastic redesign solution.

    Student teams of 3 or 4 undergrad or grad students in any discipline are invited to submit a proposal to be judged in this national competition by November 27. The top 3 teams in the final running will travel to Herman Miller headquarters for design consultation in February. One winning team/campus will receive up to $80K in Herman Miller furniture, a $20k stipend to cover building costs, and a $2,000 cash prize. The winning design will be installed in summer 2019.

  • #RelatableRelationships Week for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    #RelatableRelationships Week for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    This year, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are piloting our #RelatableRelationships Week series. This set of programs will be filled with workshops, panels, and discussion groups around how to engage in healthy and responsible relationships, beyond the typical lens of not perpetuating abuse. What are things we want to cultivate in our relationships with friends, roommates, and partners? What needs and wants do we want fulfilled in our different relationships? Topics include:

    Relationships in the Age of Apps How Do I Live with This Person? Navigating Living Spaces and Communication #RelationshipGoals: What the Media Tells Us Real Relationship Stories (a panel of student speakers) Bystander Intervention (ICARE specific for Relatable Relationships) How Do I Relationship? (IHeart for Relatable Relationships)

    #RelatableRelationships week creates the space to explore the nuances of dating, talking, hooking up, and relationships, through programs that are FOR students, BY students.

    Monday, October 22

    Event Details:   Relationships in the Age of Apps

    7:00-8:00pm | Allen Hall

    Sponsored by The Women’s Resources Center, The Counseling Center, and Allen Hall

    How do dating apps influence our romantic relationships and friendships? This event focuses on two critical ideas: why we use dating apps in the first place and how these apps influence the way we talk with others.

    “Relationships in the Age of Apps” aims to normalize how widespread dating apps are on college campuses—over 27% of millennials in the US have used Tinder—while acknowledging the healthy and fun aspects of using these apps in different types of relationships.

    Tuesday, October 23

    Event Details:   I Heart Healthy Relationships

    7:00-8:00pm | Women’s Resources Center

    Sponsored by The Women’s Resources Center, The Counseling Center, and Students Against Sexual Assault

    In this interactive session, Students Against Sexual Assault (SASA) will lead a discussion with peers about what healthy relationships looks like. I HEART includes activities on effective communication, the role of “needs” and “deal-breakers” in relationships, how to support survivors of dating abuse, and information about available support services on campus.

    Wednesday, October 24

    Event Details:   ICARE Bystander Intervention

    8:00-9:00pm | Illini Union Room 209

    Sponsored by The Women’s Resources Center, The Counseling Center, and Girl Up

    Girl Up helps to advocate for global change for girls, and will be hosting a workshop on bystander intervention for #RelatableRelationships Week. This discussion will provide students with practical ways to step up and interrupt, or stop problematic behaviors when they witness them on our campus.

    Friday, October 26

    Event Details: Real Relationship Stories

    3-4pm | Asian American Cultural Center (part of Global Engagement Lounge)

    Sponsored by The Women’s Resources Center, The Counseling Center, OIIR-International Education, and Asian American Cultural Center

    Come and enjoy a chance to hear real life relationship stories from your peers! This will be a question and answer session about the formation and maintenance of healthy relationships.

  • BSWA Events and NASW Information Session

    If you've missed any of our BSW events over the past few weeks, we have recorded them and you can watch them. 

    BSW Alumni Panel: https://youtu.be/1N-uci5TTxc
    BSW Job Fair: https://youtu.be/zxz9l-Hn8Ew
    NASW Informational Session: https://youtu.be/TRxc0ms8DRI

    On November 30th we'll have an event: 

    Adapting To Online Learning, 11/30/20, 12-1 PM
    Join Zoom Meeting:https://illinois.zoom.us/j/89201221967?pwd=TzdwWHRGOTQ4L0hUL1JnN0RHT0RBdz09
    Meeting ID: 892 0122 1967
    Password: 526084

    If you attended the BSW Alumni Panel and/or the Job Fair, please provide us with feedback using the following link https://surveys.illinois.edu/sec/562707565

  • Connecting with National and International Scholars Programs

    If you've been named to the Dean's List we encourage you to connect with National and International Scholars. 

    You may be a successful candidate for national and international merit-based scholarships and awards like the Fulbright, Rhodes or Marshall. I encourage you to visit the National and International Scholarships Program Office, located on the fifth floor of the Illini Union bookstore (http://www.topscholars.illinois.edu). Staff there can assist you in determining your eligibility for the various awards they administer as well as help you prepare your application.

  • Writers Workshop Upcoming Events

    As we head into the last few weeks of the semester and final paper season, the Writers Workshop will offer several activities to support students.

    We have upcoming interactive presentations that may benefit students as they prepare their final course projects and professional materials. Students can learn about "Avoiding  Plagiarism," gain "Revision Strategies for Structure and Argument," or learn how to "Write an Effective Literature Review." All events are held via Zoom. Please visit our calendar to register in advance and learn about more upcoming events. 

  • Seeking Applicants for Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassadors Program

    The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is looking for motivated and personable first- and second-year undergraduates who are excited to introduce and support peers through the Illinois research experience. If you have participated in a research project, be it through coursework, assisting faculty, research staff, or graduate students, or conducting a project of your own, you can become an Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassador and help other students along their research journeys.  Ideal candidates should demonstrate at least one semester (or 1 full summer semester) of engagement in research/creative inquiry and exhibit excellent communication skills. Such candidates should be reliable, organized, personable, and respectful.

     How do you know if you have research experience? You probably have experience if you have:  

    Conducted research as part of laboratory or team Participated in a research-based course (e.g., research methods)  Participated in a research program (e.g., URAP, IPRH Bio-Humanities, Ethnography of the University Initiative)  Are currently pursuing a thesis, capstone project, or independent study  Under the supervision of a graduate student, faculty, or research staff member:   Conducted lab work Conducted literature reviews  Conducted textual analysis of different literature  Analyzed primary sources   Conducted interviews, surveys, focus groups  Wrote or produced a story based on some of the previous steps   

    Apply now!

    If you are interested but unsure that you have research/creative inquiry experience, reach out to us! The actual practice of research/creative inquiry varies across disciplines. We can help you figure it out if the IURA Program is right for you!

    Link to application: https://go.illinois.edu/IURA_ApplyThe deadline to apply is December 20, 2020 at 11:59pm.

  • Illinois in Washington Information Session

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

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

    LOCATION: David Kinley Hall, Room 119

  • "The S Word" Documentary

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Apply to be a Career Services Paraprofessional

    Interested in becoming a Career Services Paraprofessional? CSPs are PAID student staff responsible for reviewing resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles & presenting career-related workshops. Applications for this opportunity open on January 22. Save the date for our information session where you can learn more about the position: 

    January 24: 4 – 5 p.m., The Career Center, Conference Room 143
    January 29: 4 – 5 p.m., La Casa Cultural Center
    February 1: 4 – 5 p.m., The Career Center, Conference Room 143 
    February 6: 5 – 6 p.m., Native American House 
    February 8: 5 – 6 p.m., The Career Center, Conference Room 143

  • Upcoming Career Center Events

    Tuesday, January 22

    Peace Corps General Information Session  ​​5 - 6 p.m.​, The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Creating Your Powerful Resume  ​​6 - 7 p.m.​, The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Thursday, January 24 

    Career Fairs: Maximizing Your Experience 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Monday, January 28

    Career Fairs: Maximizing Your Experience 5 - 6 p.m., The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Thursday, January 31

    Snack Bite: Exploring Health Professions (Explore)  ​​4:15 - 4:45 p.m.​, The Career Center, Conference Room 143,715 S Wright St. 

  • Upcoming Career Center Events

    Monday, January 29
    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.         

    Monday, January 29
    Career Services Paraprofessional Recruitment Info Session, 4-5 p.m., La Casa Main Room, 1203 W Nevada St. 

    Tuesday, January 30
    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.          

    Wednesday, January 31
    Creating Your Powerful Cover Letter, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.          

    Wednesday, January 31
    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 5-6 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.          

    Thursday, February 1 
    Translating Your Study Abroad Experiences, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Lincoln Hall 1000, 702 S Wright St. 

  • International Travel Scholarship Applications

    The FRED S. BAILEY INTERNATIONAL SERVICE TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FOR CAUSE-DRIVEN LEADERS offers scholarships of $600-1800 dollars to University of Illinois undergraduate and Master's level graduate students leading international service projects who plan to travel within the specified period.  Recipients will be selected on the basis of their demonstrated commitment to the project/program, long-term career goals in international development or related fields, the trip’s potential impact on the student’s learning and professional development, potential for positive impact on the host community and financial need. If selected, all recipients must participate in a 6-week online pre-departure course.  

    Application Period 2 (For trips that occur between May 1, 2018 - January 17, 2019) Applications Open: January 16, 2018 Application Deadline: February 22, 2018 To learn more and apply, visit: universityymca.org/bailey/travel-scholarship/

  • Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Researchers Workshop

    The Office of Undergraduate Research has partnered with The Writing Center to offer an exciting new workshop for undergraduate students. In this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of proposal writing, guiding students to formulate successful research projects and explain their research in a concise and compelling manner that is understandable to a general audience. Students will leave the workshop with (1) basic knowledge about research proposals and their structure, (2) tactics and tools to write successful research statements, and (3) a list of resources for assistance in the writing process.

    Each workshop is limited to the first 30 applicants. For more information and for details on how to register please visit:

    http://go.illinois.edu/PWRW

  • Serve to Lead - Friday, February 10, 2017

    Join the Office of Volunteer Programs on Friday, February 10 from Noon – 2 p.m. for Serve to Lead, an opportunity to collaborate with service leaders from across campus, to network, brainstorm, and learn more about what you can do to be an effective leader in your service organization. This experience is for passionate volunteers, members of service RSOs, and student leaders. It is a free event for Illinois students with lunch provided. Limited spots available. Reserve your spot by Monday, February 6 at http://go.illinois.edu/ServeToLead.

  • Upcoming Career Center Events

    Monday, February 5

    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Tuesday, February 6

    Creating Your Powerful Cover Letter, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.   

    Tuesday, February 6

    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 5-6 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Wednesday, February 7

    Health Professions Wednesdays: Allied Health Training Certification, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Interview Suite 213, 616 E Green St.  

    Wednesday, February 7

    Acing Your Interview, 5-6 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Thursday, February 8

    Creating Your Powerful Cover Letter, 5-6 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.   

  • Summer Institute for Languages of the Muslim World

    The Summer Institute for Languages of the Muslim World (SILMW) is an annual intensive language program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We invite students to join the 9% of Americans who choose the unique and meaningful experience of learning a Less Commonly Taught Language (LCTL).  We believe that learning these languages will allow students to gain new global perspectives and set them apart as highly qualified individuals for international work and engagement.  Many of these languages have been designated by the United States government as critical to U.S. National Security and can assist students in securing international positions in governmental, development, and academic sectors.    

    This summer SILMW will take place from June 10 to August 2, 2019, and we will be offering Arabic, Persian, Swahili, Turkish and Wolof.  The program is 8 weeks and is divided into two, 4-week semesters. This is an immersive experience, complete with instruction, cultural activities, opportunities for language practice, conversation tables, cooking classes, movie nights, and more!  

    When you complete the program, not only will you be able to hold a conversation in a new language and have earned up to 10 credits, you will have had fun!   

    For more information, visit our website at https://linguistics.illinois.edu/languages/summer-institute-languages-muslim-world.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at silmw@illinois.edu or reach out to Brennan Dell (dell3@illinois.edu).  We hope to see you this summer!

  • February Pre-Law events

    LSAT Bootcamp—Monday, February 11 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building (807 S Wright St). What's covered on the LSAT? What is taking the test really like? When should it be taken, and how can test takers best prepare? Learn about all of these topics during LSAT Bootcamp!

    LSAT Bootcamp Schedule:

    4:05-4:45     LSAT Workshop 1: Logic Games with TestMasters LSAT Preparation                        4:55-5:35     LSAT Workshop 2: Analytical Reasoning with Blueprint LSAT Prep                        5:40-6:00     Making Your Best LSAT Prep Plan with Pre-Law Advising ServicesThe LSAT workshops, taught by experienced LSAT instructors, will give you a taste of actual LSAT problems and how to go about solving them for a real understanding of what's covered on the test. Then, we'll talk about upcoming LSAT changes for 2019 and beyond, which will significantly impact LSAT takers. Participants will know how to create their best possible LSAT prep plan. Have some snacks and settle in for the whole time, or just stop by for any part of this free event! Bring your I-card to check in. Alumni are also welcome. For additional details visit http://prelaw.illinois.edu/lsat-bootcamp

    Pre-Law 101—Thursday, February 14 at 4:00 pm in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building (807 S Wright St). This workshop is designed for incoming students who are new to pre-law or are interested in learning more about it. We 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.  Incoming students should attend a Pre-Law 101 prior to setting up an individual pre-law advising appointment. Click here to register.

    Negotiating Law School Scholarships—Tuesday, February 26 at 6:00 pm in Lincoln Hall 1002. Join us as we host Ann Perry, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Chicago Law School, and Rebecca Ray, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Financial Aid at the University of Illinois College of Law. The deans will share their expertise on law school financial aid and scholarships, including: Understanding your financial aid offer; how to go about requesting reconsideration of your scholarship package; what elements are effective for increasing aid offers; and tips and suggestions for respectful and effective collaborations with financial aid staff. Participants will have the opportunity to ask these experts any and all law school admissions and financial aid questions. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in law school to learn about admission and financial aid processes for law school. No registration necessary.

  • Parents, Peers, & Pressure: Finding Balance as a Pre-Health Student

    In this workshop, “Parents, Peers, & Pressure: Finding Balance as Pre-Health Student,” we focus on strategies to help students manage pressure from well-meaning parents, fellow pre-health students, and even their own perfectionist tendencies.

    A brief presentation regarding the unique stressors faced by pre-health students on our campus and nationwide will be followed by a conversation around mental, emotional, and physical wellness featuring a panel of representatives from The Counseling Center, McKinley’s Wellness & Stress Management Educators, as well as current pre-health Illinois students.

    Peers, Parents & Pressure: Finding Balance as Pre-Health Student

    Thursday, February 22

    4pm-5pm

    The Career Center’s Interview Suite (616 E. Green St, Room 213—between McDonald’s & Subway)

  • Upcoming Career Center Events

    Tuesday, February 20
    Creating Your Powerful Cover Letter, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.   

    Tuesday, February 20
    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 5-6 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Wednesday, February 21
    Career Fair Prep, 5-6 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St.  

    Thursday, February 22
    Creating Your Powerful Resume, 4-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

    Saturday, February 24
    Women's Career Institute, 9-5 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, Womens Resources Center Suite 202, 616 E. Green St. 

    Tuesday, February 27
    Global Careers: Peace Corps Week Film Screening, 7-8 p.m., The Career Center Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St. 

  • Join SSC in Fall 2019

    Hi Passionate Leaders,

    I would like to invite you to apply for the Student Sustainability Committee (SSC). Each spring, the Illinois Student Government appoints 12 student members to SSC. The committee reviews and selects projects that increase environmental stewardship, impact students, and inspire change. The Sustainable Campus Environment Fee and the Cleaner Energy Technologies Fee generate over $1,000,000 annually.

    SSC provides ample leadership and professional development opportunities. You'll engage in grant making, project consultation, evaluation strategies, and group facilitation. SSC welcomes your individual interests, providing opportunities for you to strengthen your skills while leaving an important legacy at UIUC.

    I hope you consider SSC as one of your co-curricular activities in Fall 2019. If you have any questions, please contact sustainability-committee@illinois.edu, which gets forwarded to SSC leadership.

    APPLY NOW

    Thank you,

    Cathy LiebowitzStudent Sustainability Committee Coordinator

  • iVenture Accelerator

    Two more rounds to apply to join the 2017-2018 cohort of the iVenture Accelerator, the educational accelerator for the top student startups at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. This is a chance to work-full time on your venture over the summer with $10,000 in seed funding, $2,500 per teammate to cover living costs, co-working space, and a world-class networks of funders, advisors, and industry experts.

    The final two rounds to apply close March 19th and April 30th. You may apply as a venture team in any round to receive feedback from a cross-campus set of entrepreneurship faculty and staff.

    The 2017-2018 cohort is iVenture's third yearlong cohort. Thus far, iVenture has accelerated the work of student founders working in diverse areas such as agricultural technology, nonprofits, medical devices, rural healthcare IT, and defense tech. iVenture teams have raised $1.2mil+ in follow-on funding, recruited teams of 150+ members, sold to customers, are scaling their technologies globally, and gaining national media attention for their work.

    Build your entrepreneurial skills and accelerate your venture’s growth. Learn more and apply here today!

  • Undergraduate Research Support Grant

    The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is currently accepting applications for the 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 and eligibility requirements please visit: http://go.illinois.edu/OUR_RSG

    Deadline for applications will be Wednesday, March 1, at 11:59 p.m.

    Questions may be addressed to ugresearch@illinois.edu

  • Comedy of Errors Auditions

    What You Will introduces auditions for its second production of the semester and final production of the season: The Comedy of Errors: an Adaptation. This show takes the classic farce and sets it in a bankrupt circus trying to save their company by putting on Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors.

    There is no previous theatrical experience required, but since this production is circus themed, auditions WILL require preparation for any random skills or talents you can think of such as singing, dancing, juggling, sleight of hand - the list goes on. But don't let this intimidate you, there will be plenty of simple tricks our directing team can teach you if cast. Auditions are this Thursday, March 2 from 6pm - 10pm in room 150 of the English Building. We'd love to see you there! Any questions? Contact us at: whatyouwillshakes@gmail.com. Directed by Delilah Hansen. Assistant Directed by Logan Weeter and Kristopher Kwak.

  • Tuesday @ 7 Spring Break Alcohol Awareness

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

    Spring Break Alcohol Awareness

    Tuesday, March 13th

    Illini Union 407

  • OVP's iENGAGE Indianapolis: One Day Service and Sightseeing Trip

    REGISTRATION CLOSES THURSDAY, MARCH 15!

    Join OVP and iENGAGE on a one-day service and sightseeing trip to Indianapolis on Saturday, March 31st! In the morning we will be helping Keep Indianapolis Beautiful plant trees at Riverside Park. In the afternoon, we'll start sightseeing! Have a BBQ picnic. Tour the local zoo! Walk the Cultural Trail.  Visit the landmark Indy Catacombs.

    Selected Group Leaders must attend a pre-trip meeting on Thursday, March 29 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.  This meeting is mandatory.All trip participants must attend the pre-trip meeting on Thursday, March 29 from 5:00 to 6:00pm in Illini Union. This meeting is mandatory.Participants will depart from campus on Saturday, March 31st at 6:00 am (Indy is in a different time zone, so we lose an hour heading east), and return at 7:00 pm. The group will engage in service activities during the morning and will visit local landmarks during the afternoon.The trip cost is $35, covering travel expenses, lunch, and trip activities. You are invited to bring spending money to purchase additional items on the trip such as souvenirs from the zoo's gift shop.

  • Cotton Bowl Diaper Drive

    BSWA is helping collect diapers for the CUPHD Diaper Drive. Look for a donation box in between the Academic Programs Suite and the Dean's Suite!

    Donate diapers of all sizes!
    Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
    201 W. Kenyon Road
    c-uphd.org
    217-352-7961

     

  • Campus & Community Day of Service Opportunity

    Join Illini Fighting Hunger at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, April 6th to package 28,000 lbs. of nutritious staple foods to donate to the Eastern Illinois Foodbank! Register for a 90-minute packaging shift individually or as a group at dayofservice.cuvolunteer.org/. We currently have a particular need for all-day volunteers called Table Captains, which you can sign up to be here: http://illinifightinghunger.org/table-captains. Hope to see you there!

  • April Information Sessions for the National and International Scholarships Program for Freshmen and Sophomores

    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 freshmen and sophomores will be held the week of April 8th:

    For first and second year undergraduates, sessions will focus on what students should be doing to strengthen their candidacy for various awards.

    Monday, April 8th: 3:30-4:00 or 4:00-4:30

    Tuesday, April 9th: 11:30-Noon, 3:30-4:00 or 4:00-4:30

    Wednesday, April 10th: 2:30-3:00 and 3:00-3:30

    Thursday, April 11th: 2:30-3:00 or 3:00-3:30

    Friday, April 12th: 1:30-2:00

    All information sessions will be held in conference room 514 in the Campus Center for Advising and Academic Services at 807 South Wright Street, which is the Illini Union Bookstore building. Our office cannot be accessed by entering through the bookstore. Instead, enter through the separate building entrance on the northeast side of the building along Wright Street and take the elevator to the 5th floor.

     

  • Upcoming Healthcare Professions Workshops @ The Career Center

    Overview of Health Professions Programs Application Process

    General information relevant to all health professions applications will be covered including timeline, application systems, and required content and documents. We’ll help you figure out how this all works!

    Wednesday, April 3
    3:30pm-4:30pm
    The Career Center, Room 143
    715 S. Wright Street, Champaign

    Making a Difference: Exploring Mental Health Careers

    There are many careers that focus on mental health, but which occupations do you what, specifically? What’s the difference between a psychologist, a psychiatrist, a counselor, a social worker, etc? Come enjoy lunch on us and hear from professionals in this field.

    Friday, April 5
    12:00pm-1:00pm
    The Career Center Interview Suite @ 616 E. Green Street, Room 213
    On Green Street between Subway & McDonald’s, enter under the Kaplan sign, 2nd floor, end of hall

    Snack Bite: Exploring Occupational Therapy

    Occupational Therapy continues to be ranked as a top healthcare career! Join us for this brief session (& snacks) to learn more about this profession.

    Tuesday, April 9
    4:15pm-4:45pm
    The Career Center, Room 143
    715 S. Wright Street, Champaign

    Writing Your Personal Statement for Health Professions Programs

    Learn how to write an effective personal statement. This presentation will review successful strategies and help you develop a plan for your own personal statement.

    Wednesday, April 10
    4:00pm-5:00pm
    The Career Center, Room 143
    715 S. Wright Street, Champaign

    Financing Your Health Professions Education Program

    Health professions school is expensive! Attend this session to learn how to make financing your education manageable!

    Presented by a Financial Aid representative.
    Wednesday, April 17
    4:00pm-5:00pm
    The Career Center, Room 143
    715 S. Wright Street, Champaign

    Admitted Student Panel

    Students admitted to various health profession programs will discuss their experience with applying and interviewing.

    Wednesday, April 24
    3:30pm-4:30pm
    The Career Center, Room 143
    715 S. Wright Street, Champaign

    Health Professions Application Work Groups

    Applying to a health professions program this coming cycle? Bring your laptop & sit down with a health professions advisor to ask questions on your application.

    5/15       3pm-5pm
    5/21       2pm-4pm
    5/30       3pm-5pm
    6/4         2pm-4pm
    6/12       1pm-3pm

    The Career Center, Room 143
    715 S. Wright Street, Champaign

  • Health Application Prep Month!

    The Career Center will be hosting two workshops on the Overview of the Health Profession Application Process and one Personal Statement Workshop, presented by the Writers Workshop (see dates/times on image below). On Sunday, April 22, we will be offering an Application Bootcamp. At the Bootcamp, the Health Professions team will go over the details of the application services, how students determine where to apply and the steps to take after they submit their applications.

    These programs/workshops are best suited for students who will be applying to any type of health profession program (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Podiatry, SLP/AuD., Vet Med, Public Health, Nursing, Physician Assistant, etc.) for the 2018-2019 application cycle.

    In the month of May, we will also be offering Application Work Groups. Students have the opportunity to sit down with a health profession advisor and ask questions about their application. Please note that this is not a personal statement review session. The work groups will take place at The Career Center Interview Suite (616 E Green St, Rm 213-between McDonalds and Subway, under the Kaplan sign) and be offered on:

    May 14 from 3-5 pm
    May 17 from 3-5 pm
    May 20 from 2-4 pm

    Students can utilize our Personal Statement Review Service at: https://www.careercenter.illinois.edu/service/personal-statement-reviews. Mock Interviews are also available to pre-health students, https://www.careercenter.illinois.edu/service/mock-interviews.

  • Lavender Congratulatory Registration Form

    May 2, 2018 | 5 PM

    Registration for the 2018 Lavender Congratulatory is now live! If you are graduating from the University of Illinois during the 2017-2018 school year and identify as LGBTQA, please consider registering for Lavender Congratulatory. Undergraduate, Graduate, and Professional Students are all welcome.

    Register now at: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/4676398

    The deadline for registering is 11:59 PM on April 20th, 2018.

  • Latino Social Workers Conference 2018 at the University of Illinois - Chicago

    The Latino Social Workers Organization will have a "La Familia" Conference at the University of Illinois-Chicago, on October 18-19, 2018.

    We have a current call for workshop proposals and a call for student poster sessions for this 2 day conference. The website is located at:

    www.lswo2018.org

  • Freshmen / Sophomores Scholarship Overview Sessions this week!

    The UIUC National and International Scholarships Program office is holding scholarship meetings for freshmen and sophomore students this week on campus.  Our Facebook events page is here.

    These short meetings are introductory sessions focused on how to apply for the nationally competitive scholarships listed below and briefly described on the attached handout. The application process for these awards begins next fall, but now is the time to begin thinking about preparing for these scholarships. We are offering this session eleven times to accommodate your schedule. Come learn what you need to know about how to apply. Truman Scholars (careers in public service), Goldwater Scholars (STEM students interested in Ph.D./careers in research), Beinecke Bros (funds for grad school in the humanities, arts, social sci), Boren Scholarship (funds extended study abroad for those interested in a career in the Fed. Gov't.), Udall Scholarship (careers in environmental work or Native American tribal affairs), plus info. about the Gilman Scholarship (for study abroad) and the Critical Language Scholarship (8-week summer language study program).

    More info at:  http://www.topscholars.illinois.edu/administered-scholarships

    Monday, April 2:   3:30-4:00pm and 4:00-4:30pm. 514 IUB* 
    Tuesday, April 3:   4:00-4:30pm and 4:30-5:00pm. 514 IUB* 
    Thursday, April 5: 12:00-12:30pm, 1:30-2:00pm, and 3:00-3:30pm. 514 IUB* 
    Friday, April 6:       1:30-2:00pm, 2:00-2:30pm, 3:00-3:30pm, and 4:00-4:30pm. 514 IUB*

  • Sexual Assault Awareness (and Prevention) Month

    April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and we want to work with YOU to end sexual violence. Why? Because everyone deserves safe and healthy relationships!

    Our 2019 theme is “I ASK” based on this year's national #SAAM2019 theme, and is built collaboratively across campus and community partners, to declare that to truly end violence and abuse we must be personally committed to being change agents in our every day lives.

    This month, take action — attend an event, workshop, or training — and let’s talk about how we can support survivors and help end sexual violence. We have a host of events planned to support survivors, deconstruct social norms, explore consent, and promote healthy sexuality. 

    Check out this year's Sexual Assault Awareness Month event calendar, and stay up to date with new events at http://go.illinois.edu/saam.

    Thank you for your commitment to helping us create a world without sexual violence. We look forward to seeing you at some of our events this month!

  • Meet with Dean Anderson!

    BSW Students,

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

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

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

  • Volunteers Needed on 4/14 for Three Spinners Rummage Sale

    Three Spinners is holding a rummage sale on Saturday, April 14th. They need a few volunteers to help out.

    5 people needed for set up, 7:30-9:30 AM

    *             set up tables

    *             unpack and display items

    3 people needed during the sale, 10 AM-2 PM

    *             bag items

    *             maintain organization of items

    *             direct people to donation jar

    3 people needed for tear down, 2-4 PM

    *             pack up left over items

    *             dismantle tables & clean space up

    Please let them know if you are able to help by emailing Amanda at amanda@threespinners.org

    Thanks for your support!

  • Fulbright information sessions for undergraduate students and recent alumni

    Are you looking for an exciting way to spend a year abroad starting in the Fall of 2020? If so, it’s time to think seriously about submitting an application for a Fulbright Scholarship!  Join us for an informational session and on-campus workshops to learn more.

    Informational Sessions:

    Fulbright Information Session

    Tuesday, April 16th, 3:30-5:00 pm

    180 Bevier Hall

    Hosted by the National and International Scholarship Program with recent Fulbright grantee speakers

    Can’t make the on-campus session? Please plan to attend an informational webinar (open to all, but particularly useful for Illinois alumni and students abroad):

    Tuesday, April 23rd, 12:00-1:00 p.m. CST

    Link to attend the webinar on Tuesday, April 23rd: https://us.bbcollab.com/collab/ui/session/guest/7e732c00eb1f4a0baeada1df96a2083d

    Wednesday, May 1st, 8:30-9:30 a.m. CST

    Link to attend the webinar on Wednesday, May 1st:

    https://us.bbcollab.com/guest/2085a821f124472baf44446a33d22579

    On-Campus Workshops:

    Fulbright Personal Statement Workshop

    Friday, April 26th, 3:30-5:00pm

    514 Illini Union Bookstore

    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program and the Writer’s Workshop

    English Teaching Assistant Application Workshop

    Thursday, May 2nd, 11:00 am -12:00 pm

    514 Illini Union Bookstore

    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program

    Designing a Fulbright Research Proposal Workshop

    Thursday, May 2nd, 4:00-5:00 pm

    514 Illini Union Bookstore

    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program

    Sessions are targeted to juniors, seniors, and recent alumni who wish to apply for the Fulbright Priority Deadline of June 17, 2019.

  • Work-It-Wednesday on April 24th - Connect with the Children's Home Association

    Are you still looking for an internship or full-time opportunity?  Are you interested in social services, counseling, or working with children? 

    Join the Children’s Home Association of Illinois on Wednesday, April 24th at The Career Center for the last Work-It-Wednesday of the spring semester! The Children’s Home is committed to community-based, family focused programs that provide counseling, education and support to more than 1,700 children and families each month.  They are currently hiring for numerous internships and full-time positions, many which only require a bachelor’s degree.

    Check out the schedule below and attend when and where you can!

    1:00 pm - 2:00 pmInformal “Coffee and Cookies” Chats with the Children’s Home

    Stop in to learn more about the Children’s Home or ask any questions you might have about your internship/job search - how to stand out for social service jobs, application and resume tips, or anything that interests you! Located at The Career Center Resource Center (715 S. Wright St, Champaign).

    2:00 pm - 3:30 pmResume Reviews with the Children’s Home

    Get your resume reviewed by a Children’s Home representative who specifically hires for social service-focused work. Located at The Career Center (715 S. Wright St, Champaign).

    4:00 pm - 5:00 pmChildren’s Home Information Session

    Attend an informal information session to learn more about the numerous internship and full-time opportunities with the Children’s Home and how you can be a good fit for them! Located at The Career Center Interview Suite, 616 E. Green St., Suite 213.

    For questions, please email Tori Spring at vspring@illinois.edu.

    Details can also be found on Handshake at: https://illinois.joinhandshake.com/events/240535/share_preview

  • The Career Center Summer Break Job Shadow Opportunities

    What is it?

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

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

    What job shadow opportunities are currently posted?

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

    How do students apply?

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

  • Fulbright information session, Friday April 27th

    Are you looking for an exciting way to spend a year abroad starting in the Fall of 2019? If so, it’s time to think seriously about submitting an application for a Fulbright Scholarship!  Even if you are just considering it, join us for a workshop on Friday, April 27th to learn more.

    On-Campus Workshops:

    English Teaching Assistant Application Workshop
    Friday, April 27th, 2:00-3:00 pm
    514 Illini Union Bookstore
    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program

    Designing a Fulbright Research Proposal Workshop
    Friday, April 27th, 3:30-5:00 pm
    514 Illini Union Bookstore
    Hosted by the National and International Scholarships Program

    More information about these events:

    The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards approximately 2,000 full scholarships annually to students for a year of study, research or English teaching in any of 140 countries worldwide. The National and International Scholarships Program provides in-depth workshops on each application component to answer questions you have, show you samples of successful applications, and provide helpful suggestions to improve the effectiveness of your writing. Sessions are targeted to juniors, seniors, and recent alumni who wish to apply for the Fulbright Priority Deadline of June 25, 2018.