Spanish Study Abroad Fair

Are you thinking about a Spanish major or minor? Studying abroad is valuable way to immerse yourself in the language and the culture. Check out the (Spanish) Study Abroad Fair, October 12, 11-4 in the Illini Union. You can also read up on some travel options and other details here: http://www.sip.illinois.edu/spanish/advising/abroad/

For International Students Needing Writing Help

The Writers Workshop is planning four-week writing group sessions for ESL undergraduate students starting Oct.19, 2011. The sessions will be held on Wednesdays in the Writers Workshop, 251 Undergraduate Library from 10:30 to 11:50am. The groups will discuss challenges of American academic writing for English as a Second Language students and review their writing projects. For more information, see www.cws.illinois.edu/workshop

Secondary Education Informational Meetings

Are you a sophomore or junior who has ever considered teaching high school or middle school?  If you are interested in teaching Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Social Sciences, Physics, Math, English or foreign languages, then you should definitely come to an informational meeting to learn more about these programs!  The earlier you learn about the programs in secondary education, the better off you will be!  These meetings are informational and you are not committing to teaching if you show up, you are only learning about the possibilities! Please see below for the details:


Introduction to Secondary Education Meeting – intended for Sophomores and Juniors
Tuesday, October 11th, 2011
Davenport Hall Room 329
4-5pm
or
Wednesday, October 12th, 2011
Education Building, Room 2
4-5pm

TEC Charm School: Interview & Network Better

Saturday, October 29, 8:15am-4:30pm, Activities and Recreation Center
Want to learn how to get a job? Impress an employer? Become a great networker? TEC's Charm School can teach you everything you need to know to make it in the business world. You will learn the finer points of: networking, business communication, searching for and landing a job, business etiquette, and more. Cost is $25 per student and a business lunch and networking reception is included. Space is limited so register today.

2011 Illinois Medical School Admissions Seminar

Saturday, October 29th, 2011 8:00am-3:30pm, Illini Union
The Illinois Medical Schools Association is hosting their 2011 Illinois Medical School Admissions Seminar. The seminar will feature breakout sessions on various aspects of applying to medical school, the interview process, financing a medical education, and more. The day will also include a student panel featuring medical students from various Illinois medical schools and an Illinois medical school fair. Registration is free for both students and advisors but may be limited due to space so register fast! Visit their website, to register, and to get directions.

Multi-Cultural Career Fair

Monday, October 17, 11am-4pm, Illini Union Rooms A, B, C
There is something for everyone at the annual Multicultural Career Fair, and all students are welcome and encouraged to attend. Even students who are not yet thinking about a job should take this opportunity to meet with recruiters. The event offers fulltime jobs, internships, and the chance to gain experience speaking with professional recruiters and/or exploring a diverse group of companies, universities and organizations that are all committed to diversifying their workforces.

Pre-Health Wednesdays: Women in Health

Wednesday, October 12, 6pm, Career Center Conference Room 143
Once a month join us for Pre-Health Wednesdays as we discuss opportunities to gain experience in health care and network with current health professionals in the Urbana Champaign community. This month practice informational interviews by meeting with women in a variety of health professions. Hear their stories and learn from their experiences.

Mindfulness Meditation Training

Stressed? Overwhelmed? If so, you may be eligible to join a mindfulness meditation group that can help you become more aware and accepting of your experiences. The group will be offered free of charge, in exchange for taking part in research examining its effects. For more info, email kbstudy054 - at - yahoo.com

Upcoming English Department Events

Please join us every Thursday in October to discuss how to become (and remain) a successful English/Rhetoric/Teaching of English major and begin making your career path:

October 13: English Department Career Event: "What can I do with my English/Rhetoric degree?" with guest speakers Rm. 104 English Bldg., 4:00-5:30 p.m. Panel Featuring Alums and Other Guest Speakers: Lynn Davenport (English/Philosophy), editor & director of product development Julie Glassman (English/Rhetoric), copywriter Ellen Dahlke (Teaching of English), high school teacher & Education graduate student Ryan Ross (English), archivist & librarian Jamie Thomas-Ward (English/Political Science), lawyer & director of Pre-Law Advising Seth Fein (Rhetoric), founder and publisher of an online magazine, owner of a booking agency

October 27: English and Rhetoric Alumni Mentoring Meeting with advisors Anna Ivy and Adrienne Johnson Rm. 150 English Bldg., 4:00-5:00 p.m. We have brought back the mentoring program that matches English and Rhetoric majors with alums working in their field of interest. Come join us to learn more.

For more details, please speak to an advisor in 200 English Bldg., or call the advising office at 333-4346

Upcoming Pre-Law Events

Perfecting Your Personal Statement & Resume for Law School Applications—Thurs., October 13 at 12:00 p.m. in Room 514 of the Illini Union Bookstore Building. If you are applying to law school this fall, this workshop is for you. Topics for this workshop include: What the personal statement and resume can do for you; how to begin drafting the personal statement; professional versus law school resumes; and troubleshooting the personal statement and resume for your law school applications. Please register online at http://illinois.edu/calendar/list/2508  to ensure enough seating and materials for everyone.

Inside Law School Admissions—Tues., October 25 at 6:00 p.m. in 166 Wohlers Hall. What happens after the law schools receive your application? If you've ever wondered what law school admissions deans are "really" looking for, or how they decide between candidates, now is your opportunity to find out! This event will feature two presenters: Nicole Vilches, Assistant Dean for Admissions at Chicago-Kent College of Law, and Wayne Hutchison, Director of Admissions at Michigan State University College of Law. Ms. Vilches and Mr. Hutchison will walk participants through their side of the admissions process. They will share what impresses them, what gives them second thoughts, what common errors they see, and what leads them to decide among a sea of highly qualified candidates. Please join us as we get an up-close view of law school admissions--from the inside. No registration required.

Law School Fair—Wed., October 26 from 11:00-3:00 in the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC). It's the biggest pre-law event of the year! A RECORD NUMBER of law schools—111, to be exact—are visiting campus to speak to ALL pre-law students about everything you ever wanted to know about law school. Ask questions about specific schools, learn about schools that interest you, collect some fun giveaways and even get a few application fee waivers. ALL students, freshmen through seniors (and alums!), any major, are welcome! This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. This is a do-not-miss event for those considering attending law school! More information is posted on our website at http://www.prelaw.illinois.edu/prelawfair.html
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