Illinois for Illinois (I4I) and International Programs and Studies (IPS) Study Abroad Undergraduate Scholarships

The final deadline to apply for scholarships for study abroad programs during Spring Break 2012, Summer 2012, Fall Semester 2012, and Academic Year 2012-2013 is coming up on February 3, 2012. The application is available through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, closing at midnight. 


UIUC undergraduates who have paid the study abroad scholarship fee this semester and who are participating in an upcoming University-approved study abroad program are eligible to apply for the I4I. Last semester, approximately 1 in 3 applicants received an I4I Scholarship. Recipients receive $500 for a short-term study abroad program, $1,000 for a semester-length study abroad program, and $2,000 for a year-long study abroad program. Students can apply in the categories of financial need, underrepresented student, general merit, and nontraditional destination.


UIUC undergraduates with a 3.0 or above who are participating in semester-length programs abroad (unless otherwise noted on the website) are also eligible to apply for IPS Donor-funded Scholarships. Award amounts range from $300-$4,500.


Students can apply for both scholarships online at: http://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/?go=schi4ips. 

European Union Center: Grants, Call for Research Proposals, Study Abroad!

The European Union Center has a great deal to offer students, including undergrads, in terms of grants, research opportunities/calls for proposals, and assistance in studying abroad. They sent out an email listing many of these opportunities, which I've collected into a huge 3-page flyer here.

Young Alumni Series: Illini in Government and Politics

The Institute of Government and Public Affairs and Illinois Connection are excited to announce 2012’s first Young Alumni Series: Illini in Government and Politics. We are starting the series off again with a unique speaker, who has worked her way to the top of government relations for healthcare in Illinois.


The night will feature Stephanie Faraci, a 2003 Illini grad who manages all state-government relations for the entire Provena Health system. That’s 6 hospitals, 23 nursing homes and 14 home-care facilities. Every day, Stephanie has a substantial impact on the future of citizens in our state. 


We are looking forward to hosting Stephanie Faraci and hope that you all come to hear her path to her impacting career in healthcare, an industry that will continue to grow. It is a great event to network with speakers, gather insightful ideas about your future, and now, enjoy desserts and refreshments!


This edition of the Young Alumni Series: Illini in Government and Politics will be held on Monday, February 13th at 7 pm in Illini Union Room 405. See you there!
Click here for more info on the Feb. 13th event and to register.

University of Illinois Day at the Capitol

Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Please join fellow alumni, students, staff, and friends as they head to the Capitol
in Springfield to speak out in support of the University of Illinois.
Participants will be briefed by Alumni Association and University leaders, 
including UIAA CEO and President Loren Taylor, and UI President Michael J. Hogan – 
and will then meet with their districts’ legislators and staff.


The state legislature's decisions will impact the future of the
University of Illinois, so it’s important that your
elected officials hear from you. You can make a difference! 
We hope you will join us on this important trip.

Read More and Register Here!


This event is sponsored by Illinois Connection at the University of Illinois Alumni Association.
There are no costs associated with this event and transportation from campus locations will be provided.

2012 Undergraduate Research Symposium

The fifth annual Undergraduate Research Symposium will be held at the Illini Union on April 11 (Wednesday). Deadline for proposal submission is 11:59 p.m. Feb. 27 (Monday). A series of pre-symposium events will support student preparation of both proposals and presentations; watch symposium website for scheduling announcements: http://provost.illinois.edu/ugresearch/

Office of Volunteer Programs (OVP) Ambassador Program

Looking for passionate individuals who are interested in: learning more about service work; impacting the community in a lasting way; and gaining valuable professional experience. 
The program consists of a 6-week course that would combine theoretical, practical, and creative outlooks on service-learning, volunteerism and community development. The only commitment that we ask of students is their participation in the weekly courses. However, if they would like to earn the title of OVP Ambassador, they would be given the opportunity  to complete additional activities such as: participating in 6 volunteer events (3-5 OVP planned events + 2-3 events with outside agencies), and contributing a minimum of three posts to our blog.
Application deadline: February 15, 2012
The application can be found here: https://illinois.edu/sb/sec/4517209
The course sessions will be from 5:30-7:30 each Wednesday from February 22nd - April 4th.

Student Affairs Internship Info Night

Wednesday. February 8, 2012. 6 PM
217 Illini Union
Learn about Student Affairs from the inside out! Take the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, work with seasoned professionals, and get real job experience! There are opportunities for PAID Internships! Internships are available in many different fields for the following units: Assembly Hall, Campus Recreation, Illinois Leadership Center, Office of Volunteer Programs, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, and Student Affairs Advancement. For more information visit: http://studentaffairs.illinois.edu/students411/internships.html 
Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 15, 2012.
Questions? Contact vcsa@illinois.edu 

Homophobic Bullying & Violence Lecture

Presented by: Dr. Dorothy Espelage
Friday. February 3, 2012. 3 PM
Parkland College. Room D105
Sponsored by: Parkland College Ally Team
This event is open to students and to the public.
Dr. Espelage is a Professor of Child Development and Associate Chair in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.  Learn more about Dr. Espelage's research at http://www.espelageagainstbullying.com/

College of Education Info Sessions

The College of Education will be holding Informational Sessions for students that wish to transfer into the College of Education for the Fall 2012 term. Please encourage your students to attend one of our informational sessions if they have questions about the application process to the majors of Elementary Education, Early Childhood or Special Education. Attending a session is the BEST way for students to get all their questions answered by an academic advisor. 

The informational sessions will be held every Wednesday of the Spring semester 4-5pm Education building room 210A. 

Update to Spanish Minor Info Meeting Schedule

The Spanish advisor has released an updated schedule of informational meetings for students interested in the Spanish minor. If you downloaded or otherwise received a schedule of these meetings prior to today, please obtain an updated copy here.

"Digital Bootcamp" for Students Interested in Journalism, Advertising, Media, & More

The College of Media is offering an exciting new program, Digital Bootcamp, this Spring. Digital Bootcamp is a two-day workshop in Chicago, March 30-31, for students in journalism, advertising, media content creation, and design in the new digital media landscape. The workshop will expose students to various areas of digital media in sessions led by top industry practitioners.


Digital Bootcamp will also include a keynote address – Building Your Brand Online – which will address the importance of and best practices in building your own brand using the latest social media and digital tools. The program will conclude with a panel on future careers in the new digital media landscape. By the end of the workshop, students will know how to develop their digital brand and digital portfolio using various functions of WordPress. Recruiters will be on hand to discuss career opportunities, including internships and full-time positions. Sponsors so far include Leo Burnett, Turner Broadcasting, and others.


We hope to have students from various schools in the Midwest register for the program, and need your help. A flyer for program is available here. More information on the program is also available on the event website (http://go.illinois.edu/digitalbootcamp).

Career Center Workshops for Spring 2012

Need to jump start 2012? Why wait? Come find
out the different ways that you can start exploring
your options and prepare for future careers.
Tues. Feb. 7, 7pm: Finding a Major that Fits
(Weston Main Lounge)
Tues. Feb. 21, 6:30pm: Recipe for Life: Blending
Values & Career Interests (SDRP 2050)
Mon. Feb. 27, 7pm: Exploring Careers on the Web
(Weston Main Lounge)
Tues. March 13, 7pm: Anatomy of a Resume
(Weston Main Lounge)
Tues. April 3, 6:30pm: Speed Exploration:
Linking Majors to Careers (SDRP 2009)
Fresh Start Series
Sponsored by Weston Exploration and The Career Center


Flyer available here

College of Education Application Workshops: Today

A message from Education Advisor Joe Cross:


College of Education applications are now being accepted online through February 1st for Elementary, Early Childhood, and Special Education majors.  As a reminder of our next two application workshops.  
There will be an Application Workshop TODAY from 2-3:30pm in room 162 of the Education Building. 
Some of you have started working on the application and nearly finished, while others are still in the beginning stages of figuring things out. Lets talk about some of the bumps and challenges you may be experiencing with the application that is due by February 1st.   From 2-3:30pm in room 162 of the Education building is an opportunity for you to ask as many questions about the application as you like.  Our goal is for you to leave with a thorough understanding of how to prepare and what the committee is looking for in your application. 

Workshop Today: Deconstructing Your Syllabus

Want to get off to a strong start this semester? 
Want to be sure you don’t miss an assignment due date/deadline?
Want to understand how to earn the most points in your classes?


Then this workshop is for YOU!


Deconstructing Your Syllabus


Wednesday, Jan. 25th 
4:30-5:30
Rm 514 Union Bookstore Bldg (right outside the DGS lobby)
*please bring at least one of your course syllabi to use during the workshop

Exploring Business Majors

An exciting new opportunity this spring has been made available to DGS students who are interested in exploring the business majors within Illinois' College of Business. In order to prevent overwhelming our friends at Business by posting this information publicly, I am asking those advisees of mine who are interested in learning about this to contact me directly, so I can pass along the details to you on an individual basis.

MCB: Informational Meetings for Intended Majors

Students must register for a spot by calling
217-333-6774 or stopping by 127 Burrill.  Space is limited!  Indicate that you are calling for an Informational Meeting, not for a regular appointment.


Thinking about transferring to MCB? Want to learn more about the Major?
Attend one of our informational meetings to learn about the program requirements and receive paperwork (if eligible) to officially declare MCB as your major.


Seating is limited and RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.


Call 217-333-6774 or stop by 127 Burrill Hall to Reserve your spot.


Monday, February 27, 10:30 AM
Tuesday, February 28, 3:00 PM
Thursday, March 1, 12:30 PM
Tuesday, March 6, 3:00 PM
Thursday, March 8, 12:30 PM
Monday, March 12, 10:30 AM
Tuesday, March 13, 3:00 PM
Thursday, March 15, 12:30 PM
Monday, March 26, 10:30 AM
Tuesday, March 27, 3:00 PM
Wednesday, March 28, 10:30 AM
Thursday, March 29, 12:30 PM


All meetings will be held in room 135 Burrill Hall.


An academic advisor will provide an overview of the MCB program, requirements, career opportunities and the criteria for declaring MCB.
Interested students should attend only one session. All sessions are identical and typically last 1 – 1.5 hours

Study Abroad Summer 2012 - Faculty-Led Programs, Apps Due Feb 10

Discuss what you want to study and where you want to go with your parents this weekend, and then start your application!  There's still plenty of time!


Click on the link below or open the attachment to check out our 2012 spring/summer and summer lineup!  There are 9 LAS/SAO sponsored programs, 1 FAA/SAO sponsored program (ARTH 441), and 1 EDU/SAO sponsored program (CI 499 or CI 507).  After you click on the link you will see several links that will take you to the respective program brochure page where you can find out more detailed information about the program.  The program brochure page is where you start your application.


Spring/Summer and Summer Faculty-Led Programs


Final Application Deadline: February 10, 2012


Don't let the application process intimidate you.  It's very easy!  The only materials (3 total) that need to be turned into room 112 of the Study Abroad Office are highlighted below.  The rest of the application can be completed online!


Required materials:
*Signature Verification Form (downloadable from your online application)
*Official Illinois transcript (escrips are accepted for SAO-sponsored faculty-led courses abroad).  Please send escrips to sao@illinois.edu.   
*Photocopy of passport or receipt as proof of purchase or renewal.  If you submit a receipt as proof of purchase or renewal of your passport then we will not be able to check off the photocopy of your passport, but if all other pieces of your application are complete then we will consider your application complete.  The reason we will not check off the photocopy of your passport if you submitted a receipt is because we still want to have a way to track who has not yet turned in a copy of their passport, and then we are able to send you reminders to turn it in once you do receive it.  


Short-term, faculty-led courses abroad are designed to maximize student learning opportunities and to make every moment count.  According to research conducted by the University of Delaware's Center for International Studies (IIE Networker, spring 2004), students who have spent even two or three weeks studying in another country report a greater understanding and appreciation of other cultures and customs, a heightened awareness of their country's identity and place on the world stage, and a better idea of what is required to be a "global citizen."

Want an International Internship, Study Abroad Experience, or Career?

International Career Resources Workshop
Wednesday, February 8, 6:30 pm, 213 Gregory Hall
This workshop features campus resources for students who are interested in learning more about how to pursue an international career, or who want to broaden their global experience by participating in a study abroad program or internship. Sessions include panels with representatives from a wide range of campus units and organizations who provide practical tips and advice on international careers. REGISTER here.

Career Center Open House: Hot Careers and Hot Cocoa

Monday, January 30, 5:30-7:30pm, at The Career Center, 715 S. Wright Street (next to Cocomero)


Need to warm up from this cold weather? Then mark your calendars for The Career Center open house event! Highlights include free pizza, cookies and cocoa, workshops on HOT CAREERS, and the chance to win all kinds of prizes including a free Flip Camera and Illini gear (must be present to win)! 
Learn about hot careers in the health, business and technology industries; find out about all the great services The Career Center offers, and find ways to navigate your path to success through playing games and winning HOT prizes. All University of Illinois students are welcome to attend, so grab a friend and come to The Career Center!

Psychology Transfer Meetings

The Psychology Advising Office is once again offering information meeting for students interested in declaring our major.  Here's the link to our web page - 

http://www.psychology.illinois.edu/undergraduate/prospective/transfer/uiuc.html

Students are invited to attend a Prospective Student Meeting in order to learn whether the major is a good fit. These group meetings are conducted by an academic advisor who will provide information about the program/opportunities in Psychology. All questions will be answered at this meeting. Please stop by the Psychology Advising Office, Room 10 Psychology Building, to sign up for a meeting and to pick up an informational packet.

Prospective Student Meetings - Spring 2012

Wednesday 12:00 noon or 3:00 pm - Room 13 Psychology Building

February 1, February 15, February 29, March 14, March 28, April 11, April 25

Students must earn credit for an introductory psychology course (PSYC 100 or equivalent), a statistics course (PSYC 235 or equivalent), and a U of I at Urbana-Champaign biological/cognitive psychology course (PSYC 204, 210, 220, 224, 230, 248, or 358). A minimum 2.75 GPA is required for all psychology and statistics courses taken at U of I at Urbana-Champaign.

**WARNING**  Students who do not meet the GPA transfer barriers by the end of their 6th semester are STRONGLY DISCOURAGED from pursuing the major. At this point, it is extremely difficult to sufficiently raise the GPA to the required level.

Upcoming Career Fairs: Engineering & Business

Don't miss out on these valuable career fairs open to ALL students from ALL majors. Find internships, job opportunities and network with employers. And if you're not sure how to prepare, see the workshops listed here!


Business Career Fair
January 31-February 1, noon-4pm
Activities and Recreation Center
www.business.illinois.edu/bcs


Engineering Career Fair
February 1-2, 10am-3:30pm
Illini Union Rooms A, B, C
www.engr.illinois.edu/ecs

Upcoming Career Center Workshops for Spring 2012

Monday, January 23, 4pm: Successful Interviewing
Monday, January 23, 5pm: Winning Resumes
Monday, January 24, 6pm: Winning Resumes
Wednesday, January 25, 5pm: Career Fairs
Friday, January 27, 5pm: Successful Interviewing
Friday, January 27, 6pm: Career Fairs
Download our Spring Calendar of Workshops and Spring Career Fairs list today and mark your schedules for valuable workshops. Workshops last one hour and are located in the Student Arcade Building Conference Room 143 at The Career Center - 715 S. Wright Street, Champaign. Attendance is limited to 35 students so register early! If you wish to have a career workshop brought directly to your classroom, residence hall, academic department, or RSO meeting then please submit a request online.

Spring 2012 "Survival Skills" Workshop Series

Deconstructing Your Syllabus     Wed., Jan. 25


Study Skills & Time Management   Tues., Jan 31


Making Good Decisions Wed., Feb. 15


Overcoming Test Anxiety Wed., Feb. 22


Overcoming Sleep Difficulties Thurs., March 8


Preparing for Finals Tues., April 24


*All workshops will take place from 4:30-5:30pm in Rm 514 of the Illini Union Bookstore Bldg (just outside the DGS lobby)
Thanks to the Counseling Center Paraprofessionals for their help in producing/presenting this program!

College of Media Info Sessions

If you are planning to apply to any College of Media major this semester, please plan to attend one of these Info Sessions. College of Media majors are: Advertising, Journalism, Media & Cinema Studies, and Agricultural Communications.


The College of Media will be holding 3 Informational Sessions for students that wish to transfer into the College of Media for the Fall 2012 term. Attending a session is the BEST way for the students to get all their questions answered by representatives from each department as well as by academic advisors. (The same information will be covered at each session, students would only need to attend one.)


Please note that the deadline for all applications is March 2nd by 3:00 p.m.


The sessions will all be held from 4:00-5:30 in 100 Greg.  
The dates are: February 16th, 22nd and 28th. 

Study Spanish In Spain This Summer: Update

I've previously posted about the opportunity to take Spanish courses in Barcelona, Spain next summer which have been pre-approved to transfer back to Illinois: http://dgsadvisordan.blogspot.com/2011/12/study-spanish-in-barcelona-next-summer.html

This update is to give you the dates of the upcoming informational meetings, and a clearer estimate of expected costs. For more questions, attend one of the meetings, or reach out to the contact info at the bottom of this posting:

The meetings will be held: Tuesday, January 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm in Lucy Ellis Lounge (FLB 1080) and Wednesday, January 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm in Lucy Ellis Lounge (FLB 1080)

Classes meet in the mornings, Monday through Thursday. Visits and excursions are held on many afternoons and Fridays. Approximate cost is $3,900, including flight, housing, food, and excursions. In addition to the program fees, the Summer Session I tuition would be approx.. $1,300 for one course and $2,500 for two courses

For more information contact

Prof. Javier Irigoyen-García: irigoyen@illinois.edu or visit http://www.sip.illinois.edu/studyabroad/spanish/barcelonasummer

Paid Virtual Reality Research Opportunity

Lifelong Brain and Cognition Lab invites adults age 18-30 to complete two-hour 'street-crossing'/computer task sessions. Pay is $8/hour plus parking. Must be highly proficient in English, able to walk easily and have not completed a 3-D street-crossing exercise before. To apply, contact Aubrey Lutz at 259-2334 or streetcrossings.lbc - at - gmail.com

Women in Public Service & Leadership: NEWLeadership Illinois 2012

The application process is open for women who wish to participate in NEW Leadership Illinois for 2012. The weeklong residential program for women interested in public service will be held June 3-8 at the UIC campus. NEWLeadership Illinois is hosted by IGPA in partnership with the Conference of Women Legislators in the Illinois General Assembly. Apply here.  

Point Foundation Scholarship

Application deadline: February 10, 2012
Point Foundation, the nation’s largest scholarship granting organization for LGBT students, is seeking driven scholars who will become the leaders of tomorrow.
To apply visit: http://www.pointfoundation.org/instructions.html

Student Affairs Internships

Application Deadline: February 15, 2012
Learn about Student Affairs from the inside out! Take the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, work with seasoned professionals, and get real job experience! There are opportunities for PAID Internships! Internships are available in many different fields for the following units: Assembly Hall, Campus Recreation, Illinois Leadership Center, Office of Volunteer Programs, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, and Student Affairs Advancement. For more information visit: http://studentaffairs.illinois.edu/students411/internships.html 

Spring Course Option: UP205 Ecology and its Applications: LS Gen Ed

I've just been informed that there are still seats open in this course, which is an interesting way to fulfill your LS (life science) gen ed, and it's also good for those who'd like to check out the Urban Planning (UP) Major. Here's a flyer for the course, and below is the blurb sent out by the UP advisor:

We still have plenty of seats open in UP 205.  If you know of students who need a Gen Ed science course, please spread the word!  It’s also a good way for students to get introduced to Urban Planning.  Jumping carp and poisonous cane toads, presented by a professor who wrote the book on sewage – what more could you want?!

Secondary Education Wiki

The secondary education advisor, Adva Waranyuwat, has begun working on this new resource for secondary education students: https://wiki.cites.uiuc.edu/wiki/display/awsepw/Home 

Pre-Law Events, Orientation, and Scholarship

The complete schedule of Spring 2012 Pre-Law events can be found here: https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/dmurph/www/index_files/Events/Pre-Law%202012%20Spring%20Calendar.pdf 


Pre-Law Orientation on January 30 for freshmen or students who are new to pre-law. Students can register or find more information at: http://illinois.edu/calendar/list/2508
In addition, Pre-Law Advising Services is happy to announce several LSAT prep course scholarships! Please share the following announcement with any interested students:

Pre-Law Advising Services Announces Five LSAT Prep Course Scholarships!
(3 Full Scholarships and 2 Partial Scholarships from 3 LSAT Test Prep Companies)

Are you planning on taking either the June or October 2012 LSAT?  Are you interested in taking an LSAT prep course but not sure you can afford to pay for it? Here is your chance to win a scholarship from Kaplan, Princeton Review or NextStepTestPrep!  Kaplan is offering two LSAT basic test prep course scholarships; Princeton Review is offering one LSAT basic test prep scholarship and NextStepTestPrep is offering two $500 scholarships towards a full LSAT basic test prep class.  To apply for a scholarship, please submit a short essay (no more than 500 words) describing why you should be chosen to receive a scholarship, including a statement about your financial need.  Note — please put your name on the document and identify which scholarship or scholarships you are applying for. Email your essay to: jargenti - at - illinois.edu by Monday, January 30, 2012. For more information about the courses offered by these companies, visit their websites: http://www.kaptest.com/LSAT/Home/index.html; http://www.princetonreview.com/;  http://www.nextsteptestprep.com/tests/lsat-tutors/.

Fellowship/Scholarship for Foreign Language Studies

This is a very exciting program which could result in a significant monetary award to students studying a modern foreign language "in combination with area studies, international studies, or international  or area  aspects of professional studies." The deadline to apply is approaching fast - February 10, so look over the flyer to learn more: https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/dmurph/www/index_files/Events/FLAS%20Information%20%20Flyer%202012-2013.pdf

Social Work Informational Meetings

These informational meetings are planned to be very informal and conducted on a drop-in basis.  All informational meetings will be held in 2000P in the School of Social Work (1010 W Nevada St, Urbana) and can cover any topic from ICT requirements, career areas within Social Work, or simply a tour of our facilities.  The dates and times are as follows:  


Tues, 1/24 :  Noon to 1:00 p.m. 
Wed. 1/25: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Tues. 1/31: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Wed. 2/1: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Wed. 2/8: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Tues 2/14: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Wed. 2/22: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Tues. 2/28: Noon to 1:00 p.m.

International Student Virtual Career Fair

Are you an international student looking for a job, internship or co-op? Save valuable time and meet recruiters live online January 25 – 26 with the International Student Virtual Career Fair. Students are invited to interact via chat sessions and meet top employers like Apple, EcoLab, Epic, GE, Schneider Electric, and Intel, who are looking to fill positions in both the United States and abroad. New employers are continually being added. This International Student Virtual Career Fair is free for all students to attend. Register now until January 24. 

Global Studies Information Sessions for Spring 2012

Thursday, January 19, 4:00 pm 

Wednesday, January 25, 1:00 pm 

Monday, January 30, 3:00 pm 

Tuesday, February 28, 4:00 pm 

Monday, March 5, 4:00 pm 

Tuesday, March 13, 2:00 pm 

Friday, March 30, 3:00 pm 

Thursday, April 12, 3:00 pm 

Friday, April 27, 2:00 pm

Meetings are held in the Global Studies Conference Room (703 S. Wright Street, 3rd Floor) and last about an hour. In these sessions, advisors will guide students through the requirements of the major and minor and help students with necessary forms for declaring the major or minor. In preparation for the meeting, students are encouraged to visit our website at: www.globalstudies.illinois.edu

Students are required to attend an info session prior to declaring the major or minor.

You can also find these dates as a flyer at: www.globalstudies.illinois.edu/academics/prospective/#current. 

Leadership Course: Application Deadline This Friday Jan 13!

Ever heard of Macau?  Want to learn more about China?
Interested in learning more about the world and the way people communicate and interact?

HRE 199: Leadership in Global Engagement is a 3-credit hour course that focuses on interactive exchange experiences between eleven University of Illinois students and eleven students from the University of Macau Honours College.  The purpose of the course is to provide students with a platform to engage in discussions and projects that explore aspects of leadership, communication, and intercultural encounters.  Topics explored in this course include individualist and collectivist cultures; public and private behaviors; projections of cultural similarities; cultural conformity; stress in intercultural encounters; communication styles; generalizations and stereotypes; rank and power, ethnocentrism; family relationships; dealing with conflict; and being an effective intercultural communicator.  The course will be taught by Lucinda Morgan.
Additional information and Application are available at:
https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/119345


Application Deadline: Friday, January 13 at 5:00pm 

AHS Info Meeting Schedule for Spring 2012

If you intend to apply to any AHS major this semester (these are Community Health, i-Health, Kinesiology, RST, and SHS), you'll need to attend one of these upcoming AHS Info Meetings:


AHS Info Meeting dates and times (all sessions meet in 114 Huff)
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 10:00 a.m.
Monday, March 5, 2012, 1:00 p.m.
Monday, March 26, 2012, 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012, 11:00 a.m


The schedule is also available here as a flyer.

Liberty Mutual National Leadership Forum

The Responsible Scholars National Leadership Forum (RSNLF) is a three-day event (June 24-June 26) designed to provide talented college students with exceptional leadership qualities an opportunity to learn about Liberty Mutual and the insurance industry. Students participate in workshops and activities geared towards bringing out leadership, team building, communication and negotiation skills. Participants will have numerous opportunities to network and interact with recent college hires, senior leaders and recruitment professionals. In addition, students selected to attend this forum will have an opportunity to interview for a summer internship in a function such as claims, IT or sales the following year.  


Click here for more information on eligibility and how to apply.

City Year Information Session

Thursday, January 26, 6pm, Noyes Lab Room 161


Hear from U of I Alumni Kate Rojas, Amy Langendorf & Jason Dones about their amazing City Year experiences! City Year is an education focused, nonprofit organization that unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service to keep students in school and on track to graduation.  At City Year’s 21 urban locations across the United States teams of trained young people called corps members serve full-time in schools for the academic year as tutors, mentors and role models. Learn more about City Year's service work, benefits, and application process. 

Career Center's Complete Spring Schedule: Workshops & Career Fairs

The start of the spring semester is right around the corner and plans are well underway here at The Career Center to bring you programs and events you need to be successful here at Illinois and beyond. 


Download our Spring Calendar of Workshops* and Spring Career Fairs* list today and mark your schedules for valuable workshops such as Successful Interviewing, Pizza and a Professional and Pre-health Wednesdays, along with great career events like the All Campus Career Fair.

ADHD and Asperger's Evaluations Available

The Psychological Services Center offers diagnostic evaluations for children and adults. These evaluations help explain academic, social and/or behavioral problems (e.g., attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Asperger's). Contact Chris Menard to learn more about these services: cmenard - at - @illinois.edu

The College of Business has scheduled three ICT meetings for the beginning of the spring semester.  There will be more to follow later in the semester as well.  These meetings are not mandatory.  


Tuesday, January 31, 2012 
11:00am 
Wohlers Hall 130


Tuesday, January 31, 2012 
2:00pm 
Wohlers Hall 166


Wednesday, February 1, 2012 
2:00pm 
Wohlers Hall 245


More information about our ICT process can be found at http://business.illinois.edu/undergrad/admissions/intercollege-transfers.aspx

Summer Women's Leadership Program

Early applications open for NEWLeadership Illinois 2012 
The application process is open for women who wish to participate in NEW Leadership Illinois for 2012. The weeklong residential program for women interested in public service will be held June 3-8 at the UIC campus. NEWLeadership Illinois is hosted by IGPA in partnership with the Conference of Women Legislators in the Illinois General Assembly. Apply here.  

2012 International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) Student Tourism Award

Annual Global Convention. April 12 - 14, 2012
Florianopolis Brazil
Each award recipient will receive full, complimetary registration to the convention and the opportunity to network with global tourism professionals.  Recipients will also be assigned a daily mentor who will be dedicated to sharing information to enhance students' knowledge of domestic and international LGBT tourism.
Apply online at http://svy.mk/IGLTASTA2012 
Questions? Contact DonovanKaneshiro - at - yahoo.com 
To learn more about IGLTA visit www.iglta.org 
Application deadline: February 1, 2012

Moms Association Scholarship

Application Deadline: March 15, 2012
This one time scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to a full-time University of Illinois student who has successfully completed at least 24 college credit hours. This award is determined on a competitive basis and requires the submission of this application form, an essay, a letter of recommendation from someone at the University of Illinois, and college transcript(s). 
For more information visit: http://uofiparentprograms.illinois.edu/moms/Scholarship_Moms2012.pdf

I Have A Dream

Wednesday. January 25, 2012.
Illini Union Courtyard Café
La Colectiva and M.E.Ch.A. de UIUC are hosting an event called “I  Have A Dream” on January 25, 2012, which will raise awareness of the DREAM Act and recruitment and retention issues.  This event will take place at the Illini Union Courtyard Cafe and for this event we are planning a mock graduation in which we will read out dreams collected at sites like this. We encourage you to participate in this great event and submit your dream—let your voice be heard!
Submit your dream in relation to your undocumented status and even if you are not undocumented we will still like to hear your dreams in relation to your experiences as students who inhabit these spaces.

UIUC Counseling Center Gay & Bisexual Men’s Group

Mondays. 5:10 6:40 pm
Co-leaders: Rene Monteagudo, Ph.D. & Mark Patishnock, MA
This is a process-oriented therapy group for gay and bisexual men. It focuses on issues relevant to this community, such as “coming out,” developing friendships, STDs/HIV, being gay or bisexual at UIUC, deciding whether or not to be politically active, dating, online/smartphone relationships, and romantic relationships. Also, exploration of one’s identity as a gay or bisexual man. Finally, this group is open to other topics (e.g. depression, anxiety, etc.) not related to one’s sexual orientation.
www.counselingcenter.illinois.edu