School of Social Work News

  • Islamic Awareness Week

    Join the Muslim Student Association for our annual Islam Awareness Week, a series of week long events geared towards helping students on campus gain a better understanding of Islam and dispelling misconceptions about Islam. 

  • Islamic Awareness Week 2017

    Join the Muslim Student Association for our annual Islam Awareness Week, a series of week long events geared towards helping students on campus gain a better understanding of Islam and dispelling misconceptions about Islam. This year, our theme is "Hyphenating the Gap Between Muslim and American."

  • Scholarship Announcements

    Winter break is a great time to work on scholarship applications like the Boren ($20K for lang. study - Jr/Sr), Beinecke ($34K for grad. programs in arts, humanities/social studies - Jr), or Udall ($7K towards environmental studies -Soph-Jr).  Schedule an appointment with David or Jeff before you leave campus so you have everything you need. 

    Call: 217 333-4710 or email: topscholarsh@illinois.edu.
    We are open for appointments Dec. 4-8 from 8:30-5:00 pm. 

    http://topscholars.illinois.edu/administered-scholarships

    Summer UK Fulbright Program for Freshmen and Sophomores

    The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are three-to-four week programs for US Fresh-Soph students who have not yet traveled outside the US.  All expenses paid by the Fulbright program and the application is short!  Participants explore the culture, heritage, and history of the UK while experiencing higher education at a UK university.  Come to an info session to learn how to apply and meet a U of I student who recently won this award.

    Friday, Dec. 8th  3:30-4:30 pm  Rm 514  Illini Union Bookstore Building.

    http://www.fulbright.org.uk/going-to-the-uk/uk-summer-institutes

    For more information of any of these scholarship programs, contact:

    Jeff Yockey Ph.D.
    Scholarships Coordinator
    National and International Scholarships Program
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    yockey@illinois.edu
    http://www.topscholars.illinois.edu
    217 333-4710

  • Tuesdays at 7 - Self-Care and Wellness 101

    January 30th

    Tuesday @ 7PM

    Armory Room 146

  • Urbana Park District Summer Job Opportunities

    Click the link above for information about summer job opportunities with the Urbana Park District's Anita Purves Nature Center and Nature Day Camps.

  • SKY Happiness Retreat

    SKY Happiness Retreat is a total well-being training offered to thousands of university students, faculty, and staff across the country. Participants gain foundational stress-management and leadership skills, develop a personal evidence-based breathing and meditation practice, learn a short personal yoga practice, develop strategies for social connection and community building, and engage in peer-driven service initiatives. The SKY Happiness Retreat introduces SKY Meditation, an evidence-based meditation practice integrated with breath work that can significantly increase one's well-being and calmness, and significantly reduces anxiety and stress markers. The course features interactive group processes, experiential learning, emotional intelligence training, breathwork, yoga, evidence-based meditation, and service leadership. It's one of the coolest places to connect with yourself, make awesome friends, and, most importantly, have fun! We're happy to share that the SKY Happiness Retreat is offered with a full scholarship for UIUC students, staff, and faculty members. There are limited spots available for this retreat, and they are filling up fast. Availability is first-come-first-serve, by registration only and requires attendance to all sessions. Please contact skyatuiuc@gmail.com for any questions.

    Location: Illini Union (on-campus)
    Timing:   -  February 21st(Fri): 6:00pm - 10:00 pm -  February 22nd and 23rd (Sat & Sun): 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Apply here:  bit.ly/skyuiucspring20

  • Diversity and Inclusion Networking Exchange 4.1.2020

    April 1 | 6:30 - 8 p.m.Illini Union, Room BConnect with employers that value diversity and inclusionPractice networking in a casual settingHear what employers look for in new hiresLearn what questions you can ask to determine if an organization meets your needs

    Sponsored by: Career Services Community, Office of Inclusion and Intercultural Relations, Office of Minority Student Affairs, Illinois Promise, Disability Resources & Educational Services, Division of General Studies & Chez Veterans Center.

  • Latinx Social Work Student Organization Informational Meeting

    Where: Social Work Building
    Room: 2015
    When: 10/3
    Time: 4:00pm

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

    Info Session:
    Bailey Internship Scholarship
    Tuesday, October 17
    12pm-1:30pm
    University YMCA 
    1001 S. Wright, Champaign
    Event on Facebook

    Are you interested in an unpaid internship but are concerned about the financial hardship it may cause? The Fred S. Bailey Internship Scholarship Program for Cause-Driven Leaders offers undergraduate students at the University of Illinois who receives an unpaid internship with a public service agency or not-for profit organization is eligible to apply. Awards are $1,000 for a part-time internship or $2,500 for a full-time internship and are given directly to the student. Got questions? We have answers. Learn more about the selection criteria, program requirements, application process & more.

  • Join the Community Learning Lab Team!

    Dear BSW and MSW students,

    The CLL is hiring! If you are interested in working in a position that gives you the opportunity to learn more about local community partners while helping to meet the needs of the community, please consider applying to this part-time position. Send application materials to ssw-cll@illinois.edu. Deadline is Friday, December 11.

    Thank you!

    Katie

  • ACES in South Africa Service Learning Fall Course/Winter Break Trip 2017-18

    Location: Cape Town, South Africa
    Dates: Course: 2nd 8 weeks Fall 2017
    Winter Break trip: About 3 weeks departing Dec 27
    Application Deadline: April 20, 2017

    Program Summary: This 8-week course will introduce you to South African history, politics, and legacy of apartheid. You’ll learn about the role of youth in the liberation struggle, discover the impact of educational policy and family dynamics on South African families and children, and gain a deeper understanding of the post-apartheid society and the challenges they face relating to food security, poverty, crime and xenophobia. Then, join us for a winter break trip to experience South Africa through cultural and historical tours, and community service learning experiences with children, township health clinics, or community gardens.

    Apply: www.studyabroad.illinois.edu-Click ‘programs’ and enter ‘ACES in South Africa’ in the field ‘program name.’
    Cost: 2017 Program Fee: $6,025. Program Fee includes housing and most meals, orientation, program excursions, and international insurance.
    Scholarships: Scholarships are available -see Study Abroad website
    Contacts: Oliver Ferguson at ACES Education Abroad at 333-3380 oraces-studyabroad@illinois.eduor Jan Brooks, Course Instructor at 333-2102 or dickson@illinois.edu

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

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

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

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

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

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

    And, you’ll make good money.

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

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

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

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

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

  • BSWA Service Learning Project - Child Abuse Prevention Month

    Help assemble pinwheel kits for Family & Graduate Housing's Pinwheel Garden, for child abuse awareness & prevention month in April

    Wednesday, March 27
    5-6 PM
    School of Social Work Room 2015

  • Study Abroad Photo Contest

    Illinois Abroad & Global Exchange (IAGE) is hosting a photo contest!  If you have previously studied abroad and are interested in showcasing photos from your experiences abroad (and want the chance to win $100) go to go.illinois.edu/studyabroadphotocontest.  The deadline to submit photos is 11:59PM on Friday, April 6.  Any questions about the photo contest can be directed to iage@illinois.edu.  

  • Illinois Cares: COVID-19 Support Program

    From the Office of the Dean of Students:

    We understand that some students and families will experience financial hardship associated with the impact of COVID-19.

    Spring 2020

    If the financial hardship is related to Spring 2020 enrollment, emergency grant funding may be available.

    • Student Emergency Grant funds of up to $1,000 may be available to students experiencing a COVID-19-related financial hardship due to unexpected expenses, loss of off-campus employment, out-of-pocket medical expenses, technology needs, living expenses or other basic needs. Amounts in excess of $1,000 may be considered in extraordinary situations.
    • All students are eligible to be considered for these funds including those who have not previously received financial aid.
    • Other agencies, including some colleges/departments, are also providing emergency aid to students and families. Students should only be receiving emergency funding from one source.
    • Undergraduate students should complete the Undergraduate COVID-19 Emergency Grant Application.
    • Emergency Grant aid will be awarded in accordance with federal, state and institutional rules and regulations. Please note that students may be asked to provide documentation of their situation.
  • United Against Inequalities in Disease (UAID)

    United Against Inequalities in Disease (UAID) 

    Opioid Epidemic, Affordable Care Act, Ebola, Childhood Obesity... this RSO is seeking students interested in public health issues. This ranges from discussing and debating global and national problems, and acting upon those right here in Champaign County. We hope to have a variety of students from all majors participate, so check out out website for more info, dates, and location of meetings. 

    https://uaiduiuc.wixsite.com/uaid

  • 2017 Graduate & Professional School Fair

    The 2017 Graduate & Professional School Fair offers Illinois students the opportunity to interact with

    representatives from 135+ different schools & programs from across the country and around the world! 

    Search for programs by Program Category or Keyword at  go.illinois.edu/GPFair  (or on our app- see below)

    All undergraduates, graduate students, staff, and alumni are invited to attend to collect information and engage with representatives about advanced education offerings.

    Programs from various disciplines will be in attendance at the fair, including Business, Biomedical Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Engineering. Medicine, and hundreds more!

    DETAILS

    *RSVP to receive updates about schools/programs attending the fair.

    *Attire is casual.

    *Open-house style (visit and depart as convenient)

    *Search "Illinois Career Fair Plus" in the App Store or Google Play to find the app

  • Anthropology Open Lab Day

    Anthropology is hosting an Open Lab Day information session for students to learn more about two related labs - Biological Anthropology and Archaeology.

    The open lab day will be held on Thursday, December 5 from 3:00 pm-4:30pm. Meet in Davenport Hall 109A at 3pm. Professors Kate Clancy (Bio), John Polk (Bio), and Lisa Lucero (Archaeology) will present on each lab and answer any questions. 

  • Mary Ramier Grant

    Mary Ramier Grant

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

  • Health Equity Undergraduate Scholars Program

    The Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute (IHSI) and the College of Education are launching a new Health Equity Undergraduate Scholars Program. We will select up to five undergraduate applicants to pursue community-based projects focused on issues in health disparities. The students will work closely with a faculty member and community organization as part of an existing collaboration, and receive a $3,000 disbursement for the 10-week summer program.

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

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

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

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

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

    Submission categories considered for publication include:

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

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

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

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

  • Credit/No Credit Policy Changes for Spring 2020

    You received an e-mail from the Provost sharing some changes to the Credit/No Credit Policy this semester. Program Director, Dr. Jan Carter-Black reiterated these changes last week. I am going to post them one more time with some thoughts and commentary.

    The deadline to elect a course to be graded Credit/No Credit is now April 30th. This is true for full semester and 2nd 8 week courses. 

    You can now utilize this option for major, minor, and general education courses and they will fulfill these requirements. The grading criteria for Credit/No Credit and process has not changed.

    If you wish to elect to take a course Credit/No Credit, you will need to fill out the appropriate form (e-mail Aaron and he can get you an electronic version) by April 30th. At the end of the semester your instructor will submit whatever grade you earned. Upon their submission your letter grade will be changed to either CR for Credit or NC for no credit. If you earned a C- or higher, your grade will be CR and you will have earned credit for the course. If you earned a D+ or lower your grade will be NC and you will not earn credit. Regardless, CR and NC grades do not affect your GPA, but some graduate and professional school may recalculate your GPA with their own method if you utilize this options.

    If you want to discuss this option further you can e-mail me or if you haven't had your fall advising appointment, we can have this discussion in conjunction with your fall advising. 

    Also, while it is good to be thinking about this option now, it is likely better to wait until the last week of April to make your final decision and evaluate where your grades are at that point. If you want to elect the Credit/No Credit option, we can fill out the form. 

  • Constitution Day 2018: Tolerance Means Dialogue - Scholarship Opportunity

    Tolerance Means Dialogue at University of Illinois in Urbana on September 17, 2018 at 7 PM and the Tolerance Means Dialogue Scholarship.  

    When values like non-discrimination interact with faith, many see friction and no solutions. We see a better way: talking to each other. The Tolerance Means Dialogues are about working together to move forward, not about re-litigating the past. The Dialogue draws on your insights about more constructive ways to live together with our differences. 

    Graduate and undergraduate students are encouraged to submit a 500-word essay on what tolerance means to themEssays are due September 10, 2018. Two winning essayists will be awarded a $750 scholarship and take center stage at the Dialogue.  All students who attend can also compete for Social Engagement Prize of $250 by tweeting questions and comments @ToleranceMeans. More details can be found in the poster attached below.

    You can read more about the Tolerance Means Dialogues here: www.tolerancemeans.com

    Moderated by Gretchen Winter, University of Illinois Gies College of Business, this dialogue will cover Religious Liberty and the Culture War over LGBT Rights: Can University Students Make a Difference? The dialogue will feature Dialogue Catalysts Shannon Minter, Legal Director for the National Center for Lesbian Rights and Robin Fretwell Wilson, University of Illinois College of Law, along with our winning essayists.  Chancellor Robert Jones will open the Dialogue with remarks and a welcome.

  • Weapons of Mass Destruction Nonproliferation and Arms Control Discussion

    Challenges, Opportunities and Careers in the Preventing the Spread of Nuclear Weapons

    Sarah Bidgood and Dave Schmerler, ’12
    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    October 1st , 1002 Lincoln Hall, 6-8pm

  • Community-Academic Scholar Initiative

    The Community-Academic Scholars Initiative supports undergraduates interested in pursuing research projects that address health disparities, brain health, and/or poverty in our community. We are hoping to reach both students and faculty across campus in our outreach efforts. Last year, our scholars came from Social Work, Applied Health Sciences, ACES, and FAA.

    The Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute is now accepting applications for Summer 2020 Community-Academic Scholars to address health disparities, brain health, and/or poverty in our community. Learn more: http://go.illinois.edu/communityscholars

  • BSWA Presents: Zootopia!

    The BSWA is BACK and Wednesday, join your fellow Social Work students for a movie, pizza, and pop, before heading home for Thanksgiving Break. We'll be ordering Domino's pizza and watching Zootopia in Room 2015. 

    Join us at 5 PM and please RSVP if you're planning to attend so we can make sure to have enough pizza ordered!

  • National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • MAYC Job Opportunities

    Teen Program Coordinator

    The Teen Programming Coordinator must have experience managing staff and working in youth-based programs. The Teen Director must be over the age of 19 and would typically be working toward a degree within the field of Education, Child Psychology, Social Work, or an equivalent field. The Teen Coordinator Position requires staff and space coordination, scheduling acumen, and clear communication with partnering organizations, staff, and parents.

    The coordinator must participate in 1.5 days of training before the Clubhouse opens for summer. Mahomet Area Youth Club will be open for summer from June 3rd through August 9th from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The Teen Coordinator will attend all field trips and assist with program sponsored transportation. This summer-time position is a 10 to 12-week paid opportunity. If you are interested, please attach a resume along with a cover letter to Chad@mahometyouth.org.  

    Counselor Positions (Seasonal)

    The Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC) is looking for individuals who love to work with kids to assist during summer break and/or spring break.  

    Counselors are responsible for a group of 15 to 20 children on a daily basis. They must ensure children's safety, manage children's behavior, act as a role model and mentor, and model constructive participation in all daily activities. They will work closely with the Programming Director and Executive Director to implement programming and to ensure the safety of all children. Counselors with the help of the children where appropriate are also expected to assist in cleaning up during the day and at the end of each day to ensure facilities are kept neat and tidy for continued use. Counselors should be at least 17 years of age. All Counselors must participate in 1.5 days of training before the Clubhouse opens for summer. Mahomet Area Youth Club will be open for summer from June 3rd through August 9th and spring break from March 18th to 22nd from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Counselors are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is a paid position. Please attach resume along with an e-mail explaining why you are interested in the position to Chad@mahometyouth.org.  

  • LGBT Ally Training

    Have you ever wanted to offer your support to a marginalized community, but don’t know how? Want to be an ally, but don’t know what to do? The GSWA executive board, the campus Counseling Center, the School of Social Work, and the LGBT Resource Center have partnered up to do an LGBT Ally Training! It is important that social workers, specifically, are culturally competent and able to work with all communities; especially those who have been historically oppressed.

    This workshop will be help held Friday, March 9th from 1pm-4pm at the school of social work. We hope that you will be able to come learn more about how to support the LGBT community at work and in your personal life. Below I have attached the flyer for this event.

  • This Weeks' Sexual Assault Awareness Month Events

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

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

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

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

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

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

     

    Click the title for more events.

  • Field Education Day - Save the Date!

    When: Friday, September 15, 2017
    9:30 am – 11:30 am. Registration begins at 9:00 am.

    Where: I Hotel and Conference Center, 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL

    What: An opportunity for students who are preparing to enter their Field placement to talk with many of the organizations that provide internship experiences and to learn about internship opportunities. This event is for information gathering - you will not be interviewing for internships on this day. Further internship planning will be done through the Field Education Office.

    Who: BSW Juniors and Seniors; MSW students who anticipate beginning their internship in May 2018 or August 2018

    Please dress professionally and do not bring a resume

     

    Job Fair

    When: Friday, September 15, 2017
    12:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Registration begins at 11:45 am.

    Where: I Hotel and Conference Center, 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL

    What: An opportunity to talk with organizations about employment opportunities. This event is separate from the Field Education Fair and is not to be used to seek internship opportunities. Students may interact with any organization at the Job Fair to seek employment opportunities.

    Who: All School of Social Work students and alumni

    Please dress professionally and bring your resume

  • Holiday Toy Drive

    Make the holidays brighter for the children of Children's Home & Aid.

    Place a new, unwrapped toy in the donation box for children ages 0-5 between November 1st and and December 6th.

  • New Drop Deadline and Credit/No-Credit Deadlines

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

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

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

  • Colors of Faith Interfaith Dance Team Clinics and Auditions

    Colors of Faith, UIUC's first and only interfaith dance team, will be having Spring 2019 Clinics & Auditions! 

    ------CLINICS------

    Wednesday, January 23

    Time: 7 PM to 8 PM

    Location: ARC Multipurpose Room 5

    Thursday, January 24

    Time: 8:15 to 9:15 PM

    Location: ARC Multipurpose Room 4

    ------AUDITIONS------

    Evening of Monday, January 28

    Time & Location TBD

    If you're passionate about learning about other religions and dancing (no previous dance experience required!), then we would love to see you! For more information, email us at ColorsOfFaithUIUC@gmail.com, or check out our Facebook and Instagram. Thank you!

  • ESE 389: Field Expedition to Costa Rica

    How would you like to . . . 

    Hike on a volcano? See wild animals including Howler Monkeys and Resplendent Quetzals? Eat fresh tropical fruit to your heart’s content? Learn about how people in “the greenest country in the world” are working on sustainability in agriculture, water resources, energy systems and more?

    Enroll today for ESE 389: Environmental & sustainable Field Expedition - Costa Rica. Class meets once weekly throughout the semester (Tuesdays, 4:30 – 5:50 p.m..) and travels over Spring Break.

    For more information contact the leaders:

    Rob Kanter (School of Earth, Society, and Environment):

    rkanter@illinois.edu / 217.244.2761

    Laura Haber (Allen Hall/Unit 1): 

    lhaber@illinois.edu / 217.244.2317

    Anyone can now register (despite indications otherwise in Course Explorer):

    https://courses.illinois.edu/schedule/2018/spring/ESE/389

    See field itinerary at: https://www.earth.illinois.edu/UserFiles/Servers/Server_4102/File/documents/ESE389_2018_Itinerary.pdf

  • Allied Health Training Certification

    Allied Health Training Certification

    Wednesday, Feb. 7th

    4pm-5pm

    The Career Center’s Information Suite @ 616 E. Green Street (between McDonald’s & Subway), Room 213

    *Panel will feature representatives from Parkland College Health Professions, Carle Hospital Education, and Illinois Emergency Medical Services.

    *A brief presentation will be followed by panelists sharing information about each program and plenty of question/answer time for attendees

  • 2017-2018 Internship and Summer OVP Staff Positions

    Looking for a paid internship for the 2017-18 school year or summer job? Check out opportunities with the Office of Volunteer Programs.

    Barbara Seaquist Williams Internship: Apply for the Barbara Seaquist Williams Internship position in the Illini Union Office of Volunteer Programs for the 2017-18 school year. The intern will engage in volunteer-related activities and organize office projects related to service, the intern’s major, and other interests. There is one internship position opening. The intern will work between 12-15 hours a week and the pay rate is $9.50/hr. Applicants must be juniors or seniors during the 2017-18 school year. Completed applications are due Sunday, February 19, by 11:59 p.m. For more information and to complete an application go to http://union.illinois.edu/ovp/intern.

    Summer Student Employment: Summer help is needed for OVP. Summer employees typically work 10-20 hours per week for the regular summer hours as well as special events. Starting pay rate is $8.25/hr. Example job responsibilities are assisting with office duties, working on fall semester programs, and answering questions about how students can get involved in service projects. Applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate student for Fall 2017 classes. Completed applications will be reviewed starting Monday, February 27. To apply, complete an Illini Union employee application. After you have filled out the form, email your cover letter, resume, and three references to Program Advisor John Race (jrrace@illinois.edu). Work positions and hours are based on office need and student availability.

    Check out all the Student Affairs Internship opportunities at http://studentaffairs.illinois.edu/about/programs-students/internships.

  • We RISE: Fall Series on Abolition

    The Women's Resource Center is excited to announce the We RISE Fall Series, created in partnership between the Women’s Resources Center, La Casa Cultural Latina, Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center, and the LGBT Resource Center, with support from the Student Cultural Programming Fee and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This collaborative 4-part series will allow participants to focus on the historical and current dialogue about and praxis of abolition, and is open to students, staff, and faculty. We invite you to attend, and to share within your networks. The sessions will be hosted every Tuesday in October, at 1:00pm, beginning this coming Tuesday, October 6th. 

  • AUDITIONS - INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre - Spring 2020

    AUDITIONS FOR SPRING 2020

    Wednesday, December 4, 5 p.m. Thursday, December 5, 5 p.m. Tuesday, December 10, 5 p.m.or by appointment during finals week

    Armory Free Theatre (Armory Room 160)(You will only need to come to one audition session.)

    Students can elect to receive 2 hours of course credit by enrolling in Theatre 400M.

    Come prepared with a 1-2 minute monologue. (It doesn’t need to be memorized.) Wear comfortable clothes that you can move in. Open to all university students. Though useful, no previous experience is required.

    Auditions will be heldFor the following spring shows:

    ENDANGERED BLACK GIRLS 
    written by Dr. Ruth Nicole Brown 

    UNA VIDA MEJOR / A BETTER LIFE 
    written by Victor Ruiz

    Questions? Please call 217-244-0212 or email innervoices@illinois.edu.

    INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre takes on subject matter that is timely and often difficult to address. This requires a willingness to be open-minded and curious about social issues and justice on the part of all who participate in the project.Past topics have included hate crimes, sexual assault, body image, gender identity and transphobia, racism, socioeconomic status, and suicide. Join us for our 25th anniversary year!

    INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre is sponsored by the Counseling Center and the Department of Theatre at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

  • Apply to serve on the Subcommittee for Student Conduct and/or the Subcommittee for Sexual Misconduct

    Do you want to help make the decisions regarding the University’s response to student conduct?  You can apply to serve on the Subcommittee for Student Conduct and/or the Subcommittee for Sexual Misconduct.  Both of these groups get extensive training and then experience making the decisions in these cases.  The committees are comprised of students, faculty and staff. It is important that we have committees that reflect the entire campus community. The types of cases you would hear would be for students who have been accused of doing something that rises to the level of possibly being dismissed from the University. Those serving on these committees in the past have said that it is an eye opening experience that they learn a lot from.  If you are interested in serving on either of the subcommittees, please fill out the application no later than February 15, 2020: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/774201 

  • May 2019 Graduation Announcement

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

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

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

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

  • Fred S. Bailey Scholarship for Cause-Driven Leaders

    Application deadline: February 16   

    Award: $1,500/semester ($3,000 total) Who should apply?   All undergraduate students who will be enrolled at UIUC during the Fall 2017/Spring 2018 academic year are eligible to receive awards of $3000.  Students graduating in 2017-18 will also be considered for the $5000 Bailey Leadership Awards.

    ELIGIBILITY  

    Applicants must be able to demonstrate the impact of their service, community involvement, leadership, and action · Applicants must be able to demonstrate awareness and critical thought about the pressing issues facing the world today · Financial need and academic achievement will also be considered

    Got questions? We have answers. Come to an info session:   

    Monday, 1/23 - 5:00 PM University YMCA, Board Room

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

  • Study Abroad Application Deadline

    The application deadline for students to study abroad during the Fall or Summer 2019 is February 15.  Deadlines vary by program, so check out the online brochure pages for exact deadlines.

  • Study on Microaggression in Social Work Education

    You are invited to participate in a study. 

    We are interested in your experiences with how privilege and oppression are manifested, discussed, and explored in your social work classes, including the classroom environment and interactions between faculty members and students. Privilege and oppression may result from any aspect of social identity (e.g., race, ethnicity, social class, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, etc).

    Participation involves a one-time, voluntary, anonymous survey that will take 15 minutes to complete.  No identifying information about the student or their school will be collected.  For more information click on the following link:

    https://wheelockcollege.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_6Dx1P5oUX90tn1P

    Thank you in advance for considering this request.

    Sincerely,

    Ashley Davis, PhD, MSW
    Assistant Professor
    Wheelock College
    adavis@wheelock.edu                       

    Rebecca G. Mirick, PhD, MSW
    Assistant Professor
    Salem State University
    rmirick@salemstate.edu

  • RISE Act Application Workshops

    The Retention of Illinois Students & Equity (RISE) Act allows eligible undocumented students and transgender students who are disqualified from federal financial aid to apply for all forms of state financial aid. The Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid provides a pathway for these qualified students to apply for Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants, the state's largest need-based grant program for low-income college students.

    Click the link above for dates and time for the workshops.

  • Summer Teaching Positions Available: Teach Reading to Students of All Ages This Summer

    Earn more than $6,000 during the summer. Teachers typically earn between $520 and $700 per week while teaching. Gain over 500 hours of teacher-training and teaching experience with a variety of age groups. Help students of all ages develop their reading skills and ability to become imaginatively absorbed in books.

    The Institute of Reading Development is seeking candidates for summer 2017 teaching positions. We seek applicants with an undergraduate degree or higher from any discipline. We provide a paid training program and comprehensive on-going support.

    We hire people who:

    Have strong reading skills and read for pleasure Are responsible, hardworking, and have good communication and organizational skills Will be patient and supportive with students

    The Institute teaches developmental reading programs in partnership with the continuing education departments of more than 100 colleges and universities across the United States. Our classes for students of all ages improve their reading skills and teach them to experience absorption in literature.

    We invite you to submit an online application and learn more about teaching for the Institute at: http://instituteofreadingdevelopmentteachingjobs.com/

  • Elevating Voices: Visualizing Social Justice Through Art

    Webinar Discussion featuring Keenan Dailey

    The School of Social Work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, is committed to facilitating important conversations surrounding the complexities of racial and social justice through artistic expression. With additional funding from the John N. Chester Estate Endowment Fund to support the acquisition of significant artwork for campus beautification, the School is excited to announce an open call for local artists to continue the promotion of cultural perspectives through art.

    Join us for a virtual interview and racial justice discussion as MFA student Keenan Dailey, discusses his mural, “Year 401,” recently unveiled as part of an ongoing art series project at the School of Social Work. Introduction by alumna and professor, Janet Carter-Black and interview conducted by Kris Koester, MSW ’12.

    9.25.2020 | 4-5 p.m.

    Webinar Registration

    OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS

    We are currently seeking qualified artists to submit proposals for the series, which will be displayed at the School of Social Work, located at 1010 W. Nevada Street in Urbana, IL. This opportunity is open to students, professional artists in the Champaign-Urbana community, or artists with ties to the University of Illinois.

    All estimates should include the artist’s design fee, all costs of materials and fabrication of the work, and all materials necessary for installation of the work. The budget should not exceed $5k per project. Open to all art mediums.

    How to Apply:

    Please submit a proposed artwork concept, cost estimate, and explanation of your work to Amy Frederick at aeweber2@illinois.edu by October 19th, 2020. Submissions will be reviewed by committee and announced at a later date.

    Entries Due: October 19th, 2020

  • OVP is hiring new Undergrad Student Employees

    Have a passion for causes such as youth education, homelessness, arts and culture, health and wellness, environmental conservation, and social justice? Looking to strengthen your leadership skills and experience in civic engagement?

    The Office of Volunteer Programs (OVP) is hiring Undergrad Student Employees for spring 2018, with the potential to continue into the 2018–2019 academic year. OVP staff provide leadership and support for a range of events throughout the year, including MLK Service Day, Thanksgiving Basket Drive, Volunteer Fair, and numerous one-day and weekend service trips. In addition, OVP staff serve as an ongoing resource for students, registered student organizations, and community organizations; and positively represent OVP and the Illini Union in a variety of roles.

    Visit OVP News for details!  Applications due Friday, October 27.

  • Illinois Student Government Executive Assistant Applications

    This year, the Illinois Student Government seeks Executive Assistants within our Cabinet and Legislative Branch to help fulfill weekly tasks and begin their journey in ISG with direct guidance from our current student leaders. This unique role teaches new members of ISG through genuine hands-on experiences and prepares students for how to be productive members of the organization with weekly training sessions!  

    We look forward to seeing the outstanding leaders! Apply Now!

    For questions or concerns regarding ISG or the application process, please contact Chief of Staff Katrina Rbeiz at isg-chiefofstaff@illinois.edu.  

  • Social Work Elective added for Spring 2018

    The School of Social Work is adding an elective for the spring semester. Social Work 436, International Social Work and Development will be offered as a 2nd eight week course beginning on March 12th. This fully online course will count as an elective for the Social Work major or minor. The instructor will be Dr. Benjamin Lough who have previously taught this course in the summer session. 

    Due to the addition of SOCW 436 to the spring calendar, it will NOT be taught in Summer 2018.