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• UIC Bike Planning Internship, Apply by Fri. 9/19

  Sep 17, 2014 3:15 pm85 views

  Undergraduate Internship: UIC Bike Planning
  UIC Office of Sustainability

  Aim of Internship:
  Familiarize students interested in urban sustainability, bicycle transportation planning, or urban planning generally with the components of university bicycle planning. Objective of internship is to build on existing bike planning at UIC.

  Duties:
  Review of selected peer university bike plans to inform UIC‐appropriate sections.
  Plan should be consistent with UIC Climate Action Plan and Master Planning, and
  existing plans. Sections could include:

  • Vision, goals and objectives
  • Infrastructure overview and parking expansion plan for West Side
  • Educational events
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Bicycle Friendly University recommendations

  Required Skills:

  • Interest in and knowledge of bicycle issues
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Adobe Suite – Illustrator/InDesign
  • Photoshop
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  Please fill out application (pg. 2) and return to Kate Yoshida at kyoshi3@uic.edu by Friday, Sept. 19, 2014. Minimum 45 hours per semester. Can be used as independent study if appropriate. This is an unpaid internship.

• Center for Literacy Seeking Volunteer Literacy Tutors for Adults

  Sep 17, 2014 4:30 pm40 views

  The Center for Literacy is looking for enthusiastic Volunteer Literacy Tutors to support the reading, math and English improvement of Head Start parents. If you are reading this you could be a Volunteer Literacy Tutor!
  
  How can you help?
  • Tutor English or Spanish speaking GED Students
  • Participate in orientation, training's, and observations as offered.
  • Be willing to commit to 2 hours per week for a minimum of one quarter

  Where can you help?
  • 10 South Kedzie 
  • 4314 South Cottage Grove 
  • 4800 South Paulina (Spanish GED site ) 
  • other locations not listed 

  When?
  • Now through July 2015
  • 9:00 am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm -3:00pm
  
  Benefits?
  • Make a difference in the lives of others
  • Gain work experience
  • Develop new skills
  • Meet interesting people
  • Possibly become Volunteer Literacy Tutors of the month 

  Volunteer and Make a difference - 312-413-9869
  cfl.uic.edu/volunteer
  Questions? Contact osinaike@uic.edu. 

  This project was made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds designated for literacy.

• WISE: How Will You Cure Heart Disease? Lecture, Wed. 9/24

  Sep 17, 2014 4:30 pm35 views

  The Women in Science & Engineering Program invites you to
  
  How Will You Cure Heart Disease?
  
  Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women and men (1 in 4 for both groups). Come learn from three scientists who are working to cure heart disease from their own perspective in bioengineering, mathematics, and medicine. Find your place on the continuum of eliminating this killer disease.
  
  Wednesday, September 24th
  2:00 PM in Lecture Center A4
  
  Speakers include:
  Dr. Brenda Russell, Professor Emerita of Physiology and Biophysics, and formerly Professor of Bioengineering and Medicine. Dr. Russell's scientific training, background, experience, and productivity encompass a range of disciplines and forge linkages in the continuum between quantitative biology, bioengineering and physiology. Her current NIH support funds two collaborative projects, one on heart failure for regulation of protein synthesis and remodeling of cell shape, and the other for tissue engineering with development of a novel cell culture system using bioengineering and surface chemistry modification. Many of her studies have been done in close collaboration with clinicians (heart failure, muscular dystrophies, urinary incontinence).
  
  Dr. Daniela Valdez-Jasso, Assistant Professor of Bioengineering. The research goal of D. Valdez-Jasso's group focuses on soft-tissue biomechanics and multi-scale mathematical modeling of organ and tissue function, particularly as they pertain to understanding the vascular adaptations to pulmonary hypertension (PH). PH is a progressive vasculopathy that commonly results in intractable right-heart failure and premature death.
  
  Dr. Joan Briller, Associate Professor of Medicine. Dr. Briller is a cardiologist with a research interest in gender differences in cardiac risk factors and therapy, says up to 80 percent of heart disease in women may be preventable. Briller, who directs UI Health’s Heart Disease in Women Program, notes that the way plaque forms in the arteries is different in females — and that recent studies suggest better ways to prevent and treat heart disease in women. She has also worked with hundreds of women facing cardiac complications during pregnancy.
  
  Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/918353258192068/

• Asian-American Students and Scholarships Info Session, Thurs. 9/25

  Sep 17, 2014 4:45 pm25 views

  Come get information about various funded opportunities available to Asian-American students.

  Thursday, 9/25 at 3:00 pm
  2550 University Hall

  Sponsored by the Office of Special Scholarship Programs.  Questions?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu. 

  For a full list of OSSP workshops, please visit http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf

• Chicago's 10th Annual Graduate and Professional School Fair, Thurs. 10/2

  Sep 17, 2014 5:00 pm56 views

  Chicago's 10th Annual Graduate and Professional School Fair

  Thursday, October 2, 2014
  3:00 - 7:00 PM, UIC Forum

  In partnership with Chicago area colleges and universities.

  Representatives from more than 225 graduate and professional programs from around the country will be attending.

  FREE ADMISSION

  For more information, visit: go.uic.edu/gradfair

  Sponsored by the UIC Office of Career Services

• ASB Panera Fundraising Night, 09/24/2014

  Sep 19, 2014 12:45 pm49 views

  Do you find pleasure in helping out others? Have you always wanted to support volunteering organizations but weren't able to because of your busy schedule? Well, no worries! Just join Alternative Spring Break's fundraising night at Panera Bread! Do you need to commit an hour or two of you time? NO! All you need to do is to have a delicious meal at specific Panera Bread location at specific time!
  
  Alternative Spring Break at the University of Illinois at Chicago (ASB) is a student organization dedicated to heightening UIC students understanding of social justice issues. We carry out active volunteering services across the country, and we also donate huge portion of our funding to small, non-profit organizations.
  
  Where: 1101 S. Canal St., Chicago, IL 60607
  When: September 24th, 4:00PM - 8:00PM
  
  All you need to do is present the attached flyer in a printed version or an electronic version on a phone or tablet upon ordering your meal!
  
  If you have any questions about this fundraising or about our organization, please contact Dae Kim at fundraise4asb@gmail.com
  
  

• TEDx Informational Meeting, Thurs. 10/2

  Sep 19, 2014 12:45 pm68 views

  Interested in joining TEDxUofIChicago or knowing more about our event? Come to our informational meeting on Thursday, October 2 at 4 pm in the Quiet Study lounge! Email Palak at ppate92@uic.edu for more information or if you have any questions!
  
  

• Ampersand First General Body Meeting, Wed. 9/24

  Sep 19, 2014 4:45 pm24 views

  Come to the first Ampersand general body meeting of the year! We will be assigning articles as well as having breakout sessions with editors. The first GBM will be on Wednesday, 9/24, at 3:00 PM in BH 114. Attendance is mandatory for writing for the first issue. We hope to see you there!  

  Contact uicampersand@gmail.com if interested or if you have questions.  See the Ampersand website and learn more at https://ampersand.honors.uic.edu/

• CEO Scholarship for Women in Engineering, Due Mon. 9/22

  Sep 19, 2014 5:00 pm55 views

  The Honors College is proud to offer a scholarship opportunity specifically for Honors College women students in the College of Engineering, the CEO Scholarship for Women in Engineering.  The scholarship is awarded based on financial need and academic merit.  Consideration will be given to those students exhibiting Creativity, Enthusiasm, and Optimism as well as demonstrated ability and interest in engineering.  The winner receives $4,125 for the Fall 2014 semester with the possibility of additional funding in the Spring 2015 semester.  The application is now online and can be accessed here: Click here

  The application consists of general information about your activities and academics, a personal statement, a financial need statement and two letters of recommendation.  The deadline to apply is this Monday, September 22, 2014.  The letters of recommendation can be submitted electronically (more information is available in the application).

  Questions?  ContactTula Georgopolous at tula@uic.edu 

• Join the Asterisk, the Honors College’s Satirical Newsletter, Meeting on Wed. 9/24

  Sep 22, 2014 12:45 pm45 views

  Come join our first highly anticipated meeting of The Asterisk, UIC’s leading satire publication! Writers, illustrators, and any majors are welcomed. Our first meeting will be this upcoming Wednesday (9/24) @ 5pm in the Honors college conference room(114) in Burnham Hall. We will be discussing topics for our upcoming issue along with a small brainstorming session. E-mail your questions, concerns, or roommate problems to asterisk.uic@gmail.com 

  Check out our past issues at The Asterisk | Spinning heads and pulling legs.

• Honors Activity Option: Homework Hotline Seeking Tutors for Monday or Tuesday evenings, Apply ASAP

  Sep 22, 2014 12:45 pm55 views

  Do you enjoy helping children learn in a variety of school subjects?  Would you like to be a volunteer for a marquee television network?  Are you looking for an Honors Activity that is only one evening a week?  The NBC Homework Hotline is for you!  Volunteers for NBC Homework Hotline provide homework help in all subjects by phone to Chicago-area youth. 

  NBC Homework Hotline currently needs more student volunteers on Monday and Tuesday nights from 5 - 8pm!  You will volunteer at the NBC Tower located at 454 N. Columbus Drive. If you're interested in volunteering one of those days, email Sarah Gardiner at sarahg1@uic.edu.

• Speak Your Mind About Campus Walkway Safety- Fill out a Short Survey!

  Sep 22, 2014 4:15 pm10 views

  Everyone in the campus community is encouraged to take a short  (less than 5 minute) survey about your experiences on campus walkways at http://bit.ly/1uGcsmd .  Those who choose to also submit their email address will be eligible to receive a $25 bookstore gift card via random drawing.

  All questions and comments are welcome. Contact:

  Kate Yoshida
  Program Coordinator
  Office of Sustainability
  ph. 312-355-0089
  kyoshi3@uic.edu
  http://www.uic.edu/sustainability/

• African American Academic Network Open House, Wed. 9/24

  Sep 22, 2014 4:30 pm11 views

  The African American Academic Network invites you to attend our Fall Open House on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at the Student Service Building Suite 2800 from 11a.m. to 2p.m. Come join the fun! Meet the staff. Learn about the services, program initiatives and upcoming events. Interact with various UIC student organizations. Refreshments will be served. Gifts and prizes will be raffled. 

  Questions?  Contact Ashley at astone4@uic.edu. 

• Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students General Body Meeting, Wed. 9/24

  Sep 22, 2014 4:30 pm32 views

  Calling all students who are interested in the sciences and want a chance to get their thoughts and work published. The Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students (JPHAS) is holding it's first GBM this Wednesday September 24th at 5pm in the Honors College Quiet Study room. We will address topics pertinent to the journal such as dates, topics, and overall information to further peak your interest in what we have to offer. If you would like to learn more about JPHAS and have a desire to get your work published, please contact us at jphas.journal@gmail.com and we will answer any further questions you have.
  
  

• View TedMed 2014 online

  Sep 24, 2014 5:00 am83 views

  TEDMED curates a unique and provocative program featuring brilliant short talks and stunning artistic performances that reframe the way we think and inspire critical new possibilities for the future of health and medicine. TEDMED also offers evening entertainments, thought-provoking conversations with Delegates and Speakers, and a showcase of inspiring bio-health startups that live in "The Hive".

  The result is an immersive experience that challenges us to recharge our brains, ignite new thinking, energize our work and enlarge our worldview. We leave TEDMED imagining fresh possibilities and solutions for the future of health and medicine.

  Missed TEDMED2014 Live?  You can view it online, thanks to the UIC Institute for Health Research and Policy, until Friday evening, Oct. 10. 

  Access the live stream for off-hour viewing on your own computer.

   

  • Go to http://tedmedlive.org
  • Enter this Affiliate ID Code: L17628
  • Tweet your thoughts as you watch to @UICIHRP and #TEDMED.
  • Enjoy!

  Learn about the TEDMED 2014 speakers and sessions: http://www.tedmed.com/event/stage2014

• Preparing for the Graduate and Professional School Fair – Health Programs, Mon. 9/29 or Wed. 10/1

  Sep 24, 2014 5:45 am24 views

  The Graduate and Professional School Fair is October 2, 2014 from 3-7pm in the UIC Forum. Come to an information session facilitated by the LAS Pre-Health Advisors to talk about what to expect and how to best prepare to meet with representatives from a variety of professional health programs in the United States. Both events are similar in nature and will be approximately thirty minutes.

   

  Monday, September 29, 2014 at 1:00pm

  Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 9:00am

  850 University Hall

   

  RSVP at http://www.las.uic.edu/students/current-undergraduate/student-affairs/pre-professional-advising/pre-health/workshops/workshops 

  Check out the rest of the Pre-Health Workshops, including health career panels and other events, at the above website as well.

  Questions? Contact prehealth@las.uic.edu. 

• OneWorld Writing Opportunity

  Sep 24, 2014 6:00 am11 views

  Interested in writing? OneWorld is a publication in the Honors College whose focus is to shed light on social and global issues taking place around the world. We are also looking for people who have studied abroad to write an article as well. Want to write for us and don't know what topic? Send us an email at oneworld.uic@gmail.com and we'll help you get started! This is a great and easy opportunity to get published as an undergraduate!

• Cutie the Cat's Office Hours in JST w/ Nursing Prof. Simmons, Thurs. 9/25

  Sep 24, 2014 6:00 am38 views

  Professor Barbara Simmons from the UIC College of Nursing will be visiting JST this Thursday 9/25, hosted by Faculty-In-Residence and Associate Dean Chang! This is a personal encounter--just come and chat! You don't need to be interested in Nursing. 

  Dean Chang will be having dinner with Professor Simmons at the JST cafeteria around 7pm.  Any students are welcome to join -- just pull up a chair and sit down!

  Around 8pm, Professor Simmons will move to Dean Chang's apartment (C226) for Cutie the Cat's Office Hours.  Stop by to say hi, chat, and have a cup of hot tea!

  Contact Dean Chang with any questions: huiching@uic.edu. 

• Work that Matters Career Panel, Thurs. 9/25

  Sep 24, 2014 4:30 pm48 views

  Do you want to make an impact after graduation?
  Wondering how you can find a meaningful job?
  
  Then join us for the WORK THAT MATTERS Career Panel on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25!
  
  Hear from leading non-profit & government organizations about employment and professional opportunities available now and after graduation. Speak with representatives from City Year, the Peace Corps, and the U.S. State Department to learn about:
  Full-time, internship and/or volunteer opportunities
  Benefits of working in the public service & non-profit field
  Application processes and what it takes to get selected
  
  Date:Thursday, September 25, 2014
  Time:4:00PM-6:00PM
  Location:Student Center East, Ft. Dearborn Rm - B
  
  Each agency representative will provide background on their respective organization, followed by a Q&A session. Afterward, students will be able to speak one-on-one with the representatives to learn more information about specific job opportunities and openings. Dont miss this chance to find your dream position. Everyone is welcome! For more information contact Casey Lowman at clowma2@uic.edu.

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  Fall Diversity Career Fair, Thurs. 9/25

  Sep 24, 2014 5:00 pm56 views

  The Office of Career Services is excited to begin this year’s series of career-related events by introducing our 37^th annual FALL DIVERSITY CAREER DAY. Our students and graduates will have exclusive opportunities to explore and investigate a variety of employment opportunities and hone their networking skills. 

  This exciting event has welcomed over 100 employers and over 2,000 UIC students and graduates thanks to your collaborative marketing efforts!  Please share the information below and the attached flyer with any UIC community members you feel will benefit – and we welcome your attendance and support too! 

  37^th annual FALL DIVERSITY CAREER FAIR

  Thursday, September 25, 2014

  10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

   

  UIC Forum

  725 South Roosevelt Road

  What makes it a DIVERSITY fair?

  UIC students and graduates of ALL majors will find full-time, part-time and internship opportunities from for-profit, non-profit, and government organizations. There is truly something for everyone!

  Open and free ONLY to UIC students and alumni.

  Attendees should DRESS PROFESSIONALLY and bring many resumes.

  For more details including a list of registered employers to research ahead of time, see http://www.uic.edu/depts/ocs/falldivparticipants.shtml

  If you require any accommodations to participate in the event, please contact Jaime Velasquez, Associate Director – Office of Career Services at:  312-413-2426 or jaimev@uic.edu

   

• “An Insider’s View of the CBOE Trading Pits” CBA Alumni Speaker, Wed. 10/1

  Sep 26, 2014 5:00 am79 views

  CBA Alumni Speaker Series

  Presents Tomme Lang (BS 1997)

  An Insider’s View of the CBOE Trading Pits

  Wednesday October 1, 2014
  7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
  Training Room, James Stukel Towers
  Ground Floor B Tower, 718 W. Rochford
  Chicago, IL 60607

  Tomme Lang (BS 1997) headlines the CBA Alumni Speaker Series on October 1, 2014 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. with an insider’s view of the CBOE trading pits.

  Tomme stepped on the floor of the CBOE just weeks after earning his BS in finance at UIC. He clerked for a year before moving into the role of a market maker (or local) in one of the options trading pits. He has traded over 500 different stocks and is still trading as a market maker in the S&P 500 options pit--the largest trading pit in the world. 

  Added bonus--Participants who attend this session can register for a follow-up tour of the CBOE with Tomme as host.

  Space is limited. Register to attend this FREE event by September 29, 2014 with Rob Kemp, accounting lecturer, at rekemp@uic.edu.  

• Join the Office of Campus Learning Environments (OCLE) Advisory Board

  Sep 26, 2014 12:45 pm85 views

  The Office of Campus Learning Environments (OCLE) is seeking two to three 3 HC students to serve on its Advisory Board and help shape the physical learning environment at UIC.  Please consider volunteering to serve on this important campus committee.  It’s a great way to have your student voice heard!

  You might know the work of our office best by recent renovation projects like Lincoln Hall, Douglas Hall, the 1^st floor of Stevenson Hall, Lecture Center A, Lecture Center F, or the many Oasis spaces  across campus.  The ideal participants on our Board are students who are interested in improving the learning environment at UIC.  The time commitment is minimal (only one meeting per semester) but the impact could be significant.

  If you think that you would be a great addition to the Advisory Board then please send an email to Dave Taeyaerts, Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities and Director of the Office of Campus Learning Environments (davet@uic.edu) with your name, year in school, major, a couple of sentences describing why you are interested and if it is available please also include a copy of your resume.  

   

• Honors College Special Preview: University of Glasgow Graduate Admissions, Thurs. 10/2

  Sep 26, 2014 4:15 pm20 views

  Before you head to the Graduate and Professional School Fair on October 2, come hear the inside scoop from the University of Glasgow!  Anne Waggot, Student Recruitment Officer from the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, will highlight the details of graduate programs and admissions at the University of Glasgow, Scotland.  Come listen and ask questions about graduate study abroad as you continue to plan your next steps after graduation!

  Thursday, October 2

  12:00 – 1:00 PM

  121 Burnham Hall

  RSVP by 10:00 AM October 2: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/2878796

  Questions?  Contact Stephanie O'Leary at soleary@uic.edu. 

• First-Year Pre-Health Student Workshops, Tues. 9/23 – Wed. 10/8

  Sep 26, 2014 4:30 pm178 views

  First-Year Pre-Health Student Workshops
  Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at 3:30—4:15pm
  Monday, September 29, 2014 at 3:00—3:45pm
  Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 3:00—3:45pm
  Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 3:00—3:45pm
  Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at 3:00—3:45pm
  UIC Daley Library, room 1470

  This workshop is designed to help first year students understand what is required to pursue professions within healthcare (specifically medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant and physical therapy). LAS Pre-Health Advisors will review current statistics and share experiences that would be helpful for students to engage in during their undergraduate years.

  RSVP at http://www.las.uic.edu/students/current-undergraduate/student-affairs/pre-professional-advising/pre-health/workshops/workshops 

  Check out the rest of the Pre-Health Workshops, including health career panels and other events, at the above website as well.

  Questions? Contact prehealth@las.uic.edu. 

• "Homelessness in Chicago" Lecture, Mon. 9/29

  Sep 26, 2014 4:30 pm98 views

  The University of Illinois at Chicago presents the annual “Future of Chicago” lecture series, which brings civic leaders to campus to examine issues with students and the community.

  Topics focus on the social, economic and political conditions of the Chicago metropolitan region. Former Chicago alderman Dick Simpson, UIC professor of political science, moderates the series, hosted by the UIC department of political science since 1976.  Series co-sponsors are UIC Honors College and the UIC Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement.

  All lectures are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, lectures are from noon to 12:50 p.m. in Lecture Center F3, 807 S. Morgan St. (directly west of UIC Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted St.) For more information call (312) 413-3780. Additional presenters will be announced later.

  Upcoming lectures include:

  Sept. 29 “Homelessness in Chicago”
  Hannah Willage, Chicago Coalition for the Homeless

  Oct. 1 “The War on Millennials”
  Pete Seat, syndicated columnist and former deputy assistant press secretary to President George W. Bush

  Nov. 10 (NEW PRESENTATION DATE) “Rahm Emanuel and the 2015 Election”
  Kari Lydersen, journalist and author of “Mayor 1%: Rahm Emanuel and the Rise of Chicago’s 99%”

  Nov. 12 “Reform of Cook County Government”
  Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Board president

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  Fall Professional Development Series: Preparing Excellent Applications to Graduate School in the Humanities, Fine Arts, and Social Sciences, Mon. 9/29

  Sep 26, 2014 4:45 pm55 views

  Preparing Excellent Applications to Graduate School in the Humanities, Fine Arts, and Social Sciences

  Monday, Sept. 29 at 3:00 pm in 121 Burnham Hall

  What does a strong application to graduate school look like?  Four panelists with extensive experience and excellent advice will provide insight and answer your questions about the best ways to begin searching and applying to graduate programs in humanities, fine arts, and social science fields.  Join us to hear the inside schoop about graduate school admissions directly from experts who regularly mentor students through the process and who evaluate graduate applications for admissions.  Featuring the following panelists:

  • Laura Junker, Associate Dean of the UIC Graduate College and Associate Professor of Anthropology
  • Ralph Keen, Professor of History and Schmitt Chair of Catholic Studies
  • Meghan Ferrill, Instructor of Design
  • Edward Potts, Admissions Director, Jane Addams School of Social Work

  This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series.  For a full list of workshops, view the flyer. 

  RSVP by Mon. 9/29 at noon at http://go.uic.edu/GradSchoolPrepRSVP 

  Questions?  Contact Stephanie O'Leary at soleary@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.

• Capstone or Honors Activity related to Uncle Tom’s Cabin exhibit at UIC Library

  Sep 29, 2014 2:15 pm81 views

  A team of UIC faculty and librarians are seeking students interested in exploring themes of the Black experience in the United State as represented in film (fiction or documentary) to complement the exhibition "Visualizing Uncle Tom's Cabin: Pictorial Interpretations of Harriet Beecher Stowe's Novel," on display in the Richard J. Daley Library, Special Collections and University Archives Department.

  The goals of the activity portion of the project are as follows. A more in-depth capstone project could easily be designed around placing these results in a scholarly context.

  -An annotated bibliography on area of research to include Black cinema history

  -Identification of 1 to 2 films to screen during spring semester

  -Identify speakers to moderate an educational discussion of the film(s)

  -With the help of advisory faculty, secure a screening location, and promote the event to the campus

  Please contact Dr. Nancy Cirillo immediately if you are interested. Email Dr. Cirillo at nancyc@uic.edu

   

• Pre-Law Orientation Workshop for Freshmen and Sophomores, Thurs. 10/2

  Sep 29, 2014 5:00 pm13 views

  Are you a freshman or new sophomore student considering law school?

  Please come out for an orientation workshop for new Pre-Law students.  Come out, meet the Pre-Law Advisor and learn the basics of what you should be doing while in undergrad to make yourself the most viable candidate come application time.  We will discuss the successful law student profile, selection of a major that is best for you, extra-curriculars, and the application timeline. 

  Come out and meet student leaders from select student organizations like the Pre-Law Society and Mock Trial Team and hear directly from them about their organizations.

  The workshop will be held on Thursday October 2^nd at 3:00 in LC C4.  To attend please rsvp to the Pre-Law Advisor Adekemi Faleti (afaleti@las.uic.edu) with your name and UIC email address. 

  This workshop is geared toward underclassmen – new freshmen or sophomores who have not yet come in for a one-on-one advising appointment.  NEW AND CONTINUING ADVANCED STUDENTS (JUNIORS AND ABOVE) SHOULD COME TO THE PRELAW OFFICE FOR ONE-ON-ONE ADVISING APPOINTMENTS. PRE-LAW ADVISING APPOINTMENTS CAN
  BE MADE BY CALLING THE LAS ADVISING CENTER AT (312) 996-3036.

• EcoCampus Elections for Board positions, Apply by Tues. 9/30

  Sep 29, 2014 5:15 pm13 views

  EcoCampus has openings this semester for LEADERSHIP POSITIONS on our Board.
  
  Going for a position is a great way to become more involved with the club -- you'll love it, we promise. Currently we are looking for the following:
  - Vice President
  - Assistant Secretary
  - Webmaster (need applicants!)
  - Marketing Chair (need applicants!)
  - Advertising Chair
  - Photographer
  - Residence Hall Ambassadors
  
  If you are interested in filling any of these positions, please fill out our Position Selection Form: http://tinyurl.com/p9rg6at.
  
  BY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH AT MIDNIGHT
  
  If, for whatever reason, you are unable to make it to the meeting but would still like to run for a position, don't despair! Please fill out the Google form and then email us at EcoCampusUIC@gmail.com so that we know, and we will make it work.
  
  

• Join the HCAB Ball Committee! Applications Due Wed. 10/1

  Sep 29, 2014 5:30 pm121 views

  The Honors College Advisory Board (HCAB) is looking for non-HCAB students interested in serving on the 2014/2015 Honors College Ball Committee.  Preparations include selling tickets, fundraising, collecting donations for the silent auction, and decorating.  The 2015 Ball will be held March 7th, 2015 at the Holiday-Inn Mart Plaza.  Fill out the attached application and submit it to the Honors College Reception Desk by Wed. 10/1 at 4pm. If you have any questions, please contact Shivam Thakkar and Michael Durrant at sthakk6@uic.edu and mdurra2@uic.edu .

• Upcoming Scholarship Info Sessions: Study Abroad and Critical Language, and Truman / Public Service

  Oct 1, 2014 5:45 am98 views

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs has a variety of scholarship information sessions coming up in the next couple weeks:

  Truman and Public Service SSP Information Session
  Information about various funded opportunities available to students committed to public service
  Thursday, 10/2 at 2pm, 2650 University Hall

  Critical Language and Study Abroad Scholarship Information Session
  Information about funded opportunities for critical language study and exchange
  Thursday, 10/2 at 3pm, 2550 University Hall

  Questions?  Can't attend and want more information?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.

  View the full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.

• Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award for outstanding senior, Apply by 10/2

  Oct 1, 2014 3:30 pm207 views

  Each year, every four-year degree-granting higher education institution in Illinois chooses ONE senior to receive the prestigious Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award. Laureates are honored for their overall excellence in both curricular and co-curricular activities. Graduating seniors who have demonstrated leadership on campus are invited to self-nominate and apply for the award. To apply students will write a 500 word essay about their experiences at UIC and ask a professor, mentor, advisor, supervisor, colleague or other individual who can attest to the student's excellence to submit a nomination letter.

  The UIC Lincoln Student Laureate will be invited and required to attend a ceremony on November 1, 2014 in the House of Representatives of the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois. Each of the Student Laureates will receive a Lincoln Academy Medallion and a financial award.

  The application and information about submitting the nomination letter are available here: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/5662286

  To be considered applicants must apply by Thursday, 2 October 2014.

  Questions?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu. 

• Cutie the Cat's Office Hours in JST w/ a Pharmacy and Dentistry student, Thurs. 10/2

  Oct 1, 2014 4:30 pm30 views

  As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cat Cutie host office hours every Thursday between 8-9pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for this week's special guests!

  If you are free Thursday night and just want to chat with others, please do stop by Cutie's Office Hours at 8 p.m.! This week we have two special guests: John Tuan Tran and Marilyn Gaske. Both have just graduated from UIC--John is now attending the College of Dentistry and Marilyn is at the College of Pharmacy. If you want to know more about how to get into health-sciences schools, or are just curious about the feeling of being an alumni, please come join us!

  To add to the excitement, Morgan, a freshman jazz musician who has performed at local bars, will play guitar and sing for us!!

  So please don't miss out on a good time to mingle with others. As always, we will tell stories while enjoying tea, chocolate, and ice cream! 

  We hope to see you this Thursday between 8-9pm in JST C226!

  Your FIR

  Hui-Ching Chang, Ph.D.
  Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Honors College
  http://www.uic.edu/honors/about/staffandadvisors1.shtml
  Associate Professor of Communication and Fulbright Scholar, Ukraine

  Faculty in Residence, JST
  University of Illinois at Chicago
  1-312-413-8661; huiching@uic.edu

• U. Glasgow Admissions Session CANCELED, Program Information Attached

  Oct 1, 2014 4:45 pm14 views

  The October 2 session with a University of Glasgow admissions representative has been canceled.  Please see below for information about some of their graduate programs before you attend the Graduate and Professional School Fair on the afternoon of October 2.  Undergraduate study abroad information for the University of Glasgow is also available below.

• TEDx Informational Meeting, Thurs. 10/2

  Oct 1, 2014 4:45 pm32 views

  Interested in joining TEDxUofIChicago or knowing more about our event? Come to our informational meeting on Thursday, October 2 at 4 pm in the Quiet Study lounge! Email us at ppate92@uic.edu for more information or if you have any questions!
  
  

• Introduction to Healthcare and the Health Professions Mini-Series, Tuesdays in October

  Oct 1, 2014 4:45 pm19 views

  Introduction to Healthcare and the Health Professions Mini-Series

  Tuesdays in October at 3:30pm (October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th)

  UIC Daley Library, room 1470

  This four week mini-series will provide an overview of healthcare and the health professions today. In a fun and interactive environment students will be exposed to a variety of issues within the healthcare environment and learn about various health professions. Students are encouraged to attend all four sessions. 

  RSVP at http://www.las.uic.edu/students/current-undergraduate/student-affairs/pre-professional-advising/pre-health/workshops/workshops 

  Check out the rest of the Pre-Health Workshops, including health career panels and other events, at the above website as well.

  Questions? Contact prehealth@las.uic.edu. 

• Spring 2015 Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Apply by 10/7

  Oct 1, 2014 4:45 pm268 views

  

• Two Upcoming Chicago Signature Honors Program Events: 10/9 and 10/10 (RSVP Required)

  Oct 1, 2014 4:45 pm451 views

  Announcing the next two events of Chicago Signature Honors Programming  in Fall 2014! Join us in the city!

  Chicago Signature Honors Programming is a great way for UIC Honors students to experience cultural and educational opportunities outside of class at no cost to the student! 

  Questions?  Contact Dr. Zarnitsyn at azarni2@uic.edu or Dr. Lindsay at vlinds1@uic.edu. 

  WHAT: Museum of Contemporary Art DANCE:  Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker’s Choreography
  WHY: Pioneering work! Read here:  http://www2.mcachicago.org/event/rosas-rosas-danst-rosas/
  WHEN: Oct 9, Thursday, 7:30 PM
  DEADLINE TO RSVP: Oct 2
  GO HERE: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/2014/08/26/dance-oct-9-thursday-730-pm-anne-teresa-de-keersmaekers-choreography-at-museum-of-contemporary-art/

   

  WHAT: Jazz! Legendary Ahmad Jamal plays in the symphony center’s jazz series.
  WHY: Because it is jazz!
  WHEN: Friday, Oct 10, 8 PM
  DEADLINE TO RSVP : October 3
  GO HERE: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/2014/08/25/jazz-oct-10th-friday-8pm-symphony-center-presents-jazz-ahmad-jama/

   

• OneWorld Writing Opportunity

  Oct 3, 2014 5:15 am136 views

  Interested in writing? OneWorld is a publication in the Honors College whose focus is to shed light on social and global issues taking place around the world. We are also looking for people who have studied abroad to write an article as well. Want to write for us and don't know what topic? Send us an email at oneworld.uic@gmail.com and we'll help you get started! This is a great and easy opportunity to get published as an undergraduate!

• UIC Master’s in Science Education and NSF Fellowship Opportunity

  Oct 3, 2014 3:45 pm30 views

  Interested in a teaching career in secondary science education?  The UIC College of Education is currently recruiting students for the MEd in Science Education to begin the program in May 2015.  Some prospective students may be eligible for a fellowship funded by the National Science Foundation.

  More information about this MEd program and NSF fellowship, along with program contact information, is included in this flyer.

• PhysAssist Medical Scribes Info Session, Thurs. 10/9

  Oct 3, 2014 3:45 pm120 views

  PhysAssist Scribes is looking for Extraordinary Candidates, who are motivated to pursue a career in the medical field, and join our Medical Scribe program in Chicago or Northwest Indiana! We will be on campus October 9, 2014 to give a presentation in Lecture Center D4 and meet with any pre-health professional students interested in joining our team!

  Working as a PhysAssist Scribe is an invaluable, unique opportunity for pre-health professionals, recent graduates, and students looking to gain MEDICAL experience!

  It's a great opportunity to:

  •   Work side by side with physicians or PAs in the emergency room
  •   Transcribe and understand the patient history, physical exam, medical decision making, and diagnosis for each patient the physician sees
  •   Become proficient in documenting lab results and x-rays

  View what it is like Being a Scribe!

  Apply to be a Scribe Today!

• Write for JPHAS! Topics Due 10/8

  Oct 3, 2014 3:45 pm67 views

  We want YOU to write for JPHAS!
  
  Interested in Science, Medicine, or Healthcare?
  
  Write for JPHAS! The Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students strives to offer students considering careers in health-oriented professions a valuable, informative resource and a forum to express, present, and exchange ideas.
  
  We publish a journal each year that contains scholarly scientific articles written by UIC Honors College students.
  
  To write for JPHAS, please refer to our Topics List. Select your top 3 topic choices from the Topics List (or you can choose a different topic) and email your topic choices to jphas.journal@gmail.com
  
  The DUE DATE to email your topic choices is Wednesday, October 8th at 11:59 p.m.
  
  Email us with any questions at jphas.journal@gmail.com
  
  

• Dreams for Kids seeking youth mentors, Apply by 10/12

  Oct 6, 2014 10:00 am104 views

  Dreams for Kids, a 501(c)3 non-profit children's charity, seeking fun, outgoing, dynamic college students to become Dream Leader Mentors (DLMs) for its annual We Are the Change (WATC) youth conference and beyond. Mentors will lead a group of ten student participants in a day full of break out sessions (curriculum training provided) about self-exploration and learning about enacting change domestically and internationally to be our world's future leaders!

  Who you are:

  •  Current college student with experience and a passion for working with diverse youth
  •  Posses excellent verbal communication skills to lead student breakout sessions
  •  Able to attend MANDATORY one day Conference Curriculum training (dates TBA)
  •  Able to commit 1-2 hours per week to continue working and meeting with your team to plan and implement community service projects during the 2014-2015 school year. 

   Interested students can read more about the role and fill out the Online Application here: 

  Dream Leader Mentors Online Application

  Questions?  Contact Shannon Claiborne, Interim Executive Director of Dreams for Kids, at sclaiborne@dreamsforkids.org. 

• Join USG’s Academic and Advising Policy Committee (AAPC), Sign up by Fri. 10/10

  Oct 6, 2014 10:00 am60 views

  UIC Students:
  
  My name is Jacob Schulz and I currently serve as President of the Undergraduate Student Government. As President, one of my goals is to work towards improving our academic and advising curriculum. Therefore, I have created the Academic and Advising Policy Committee (AAPC), a special committee of the Undergraduate Student Government. I am seeking student representatives from each college to join this committee. Listed below are the goals of the AAPC:
  
  • A thorough analysis of the SIT Data
  • Identify common core issues that students face in our classrooms.
  • Identify effective practices that students face in our classrooms.
  • Encourage all UIC Colleges to use the same advising system that is administered by the Vice Provost of Faculty Affairs.
  • Solicit input from students through forums and events in regards to academic policies.
  • Encourage all UIC Colleges to create an evaluation system for advisors.
  • Solicit feedback from students about common issues faced with advisors.
  • Identify effective advising practices.
  • Establish a list of Academic and Advising Policy Recommendations.
  • Work with faculty representatives from each college to garner feedback and possible support for our recommendations.
  • Submit them for consideration and possible implementation to the Undergraduate Policy Committee.
  
  If you are interested in serving on the AAPC, please fill out the form at this link: https://uic.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_5aV63pC1LN1GWTH by Friday, October 10th at 5:00 pm. If you have any questions or concerns, then please feel free to contact me at jschul28@uic.edu. Thank you.
  
  Best Regards,
  Jacob Schulz
  President | Undergraduate Student Government
  http://www.uic-usg.org

• Volunteer for the Chicago Marathon with SFP and the Chicago Diabetes Project, Sun. 10/12

  Oct 6, 2014 10:15 am100 views

  Join the SFP Team for volunteering for the Chicago Marathon on 10/12 from 7:45am - 12:00pm. We will meet outside SCE to Cheer at Mile 17 as part of the Chicago Diabetes Project, Help outrun diabetes! Free T-shirts, food and drinks for each volunteer!
  
  Sign up here: (http://bit.ly/marathon-volunteer) Earlier the better since space may be limited! Please put the Society of Future Physicians as the team name.
  
  The Chicago Diabetes Project is a global collaboration of scientists working to make islet cell transplantation a viable treatment option for all who suffer with diabetes. Founded and directed by Chief of Transplantation Surgery & Honors College Faculty Fellow Dr. Jose Oberholzer.
  

  Questions? Contact Rahul Patel at rpate243@uic.edu. 

• Latino/a Students and Scholarships Info Session, Wed. 10/8

  Oct 6, 2014 3:45 pm111 views

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs is hosting an info session:

  Latino/a Students and Scholarships: information about various funded opportunities available to Latino/a students

  Wednesday 10/8 at 11am in 2550 UH

  Questions?  Can't attend and want more information?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.

  View the full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.

• Goldwater / NSF Scholarship Info Session for students doing research in STEM Fields, Tues. 10/7

  Oct 6, 2014 4:45 pm64 views

  Goldwater / NSF Scholarship Info Session 

  Information about various funded opportunities available to students interested in pursuing research in the STEM fields 

  Tuesday, October 7 at 3:30 pm
  2550 University Hall

  Questions?  Can't attend and want more information?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.

  View the full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.

• Honors College Ball Poster Competition, Entries Due Oct. 10

  Oct 8, 2014 1:45 pm206 views

  HCAB is seeking entrants into the 2015 Honors College Ball Poster Competition!  Any Honors College student with Graphic Design experience is encouraged to submit an entry. 

  The 22nd Annual Honors College Ball theme will be "Black Tie Affair."  The Ball committee is hoping to evoke the glamour and fun of the Jazz Era, depicted in novels like The Great Gatsby.

  Selected entrant must be willing and able to able to use the design to create the corresponding Ball invitation and program cover.  (See files examples here: https://illinois.edu/emailer/files/40924/ball_contest.docx)

  Winning entrant will not only be provided a set of the finished products for their portfolio, but will also be given one free ticket to the 2015 Ball.

  Poster specifications are 11” x 17”.   Poster must include the following information:

  • Honors College logo (see document above)
  • Date and time: Saturday, March 7, 2015
  • Location: Holiday Inn – Mart Plaza 

  Deadline for entries:   Oct 10th 2pm

  All inquires and submissions can be directed to Sarah Gardiner at sarahg1@uic.edu. 

• Cutie the Cat’s Office Hours in JST with Professor Behling, Thurs. 10/9

  Oct 8, 2014 2:30 pm45 views

  As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cat Cutie host office hours every Thursday between 8-9pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for this week's special guests!

  If you are free Thursday night and just want to chat with others, please do stop by Cutie's Office Hours at 8 p.m.! This week we have a special guest: Prof. John Behling. Prof. Behling is an ethnomusicologist (he studies music in its sociocultural contexts, such as his recent work in the musical characteristics and historical development of several influential musical styles including blues, gospel, jazz, soul, and hip hop).

  So please don't miss out on a good time to mingle with others. As always, we will tell stories while enjoying my "famous" fruit tea, Chinese cookies, and ice cream! 

  We hope to see you this Thursday between 8-9pm in JST C226!

  Questions?  Contact Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu.

• Free Practice LSAT, Sat. 10/11, and LSAT Challenge, Tues. 10/28

  Oct 8, 2014 2:30 pm17 views

  This Saturday, October 11^th, Kaplan will be sponsoring a free time and proctored LSAT here at UIC at 10am.  This is an opportunity open to all students, but particularly Sophomores and Juniors (or Seniors who are applying after they graduate) to get an idea of what it would be like to sit for an actual LSAT and get a sense of how much work they will need to put into studying over the next few semesters to be properly prepared for the LSAT when it’s time for you to actually take it.  Sign-up for this event will be directly through Kaplan at the below link:  Please register at bit.ly/UICFPT2014 or contact Brittnee Musser at brittnee.musser@kaplan.com

  The second event will be a workshop on learning the LSAT entitled the LSAT Challenge Workshop.  On Tuesday October 28^th  Kaplan will be hosting a workshop to learn more about the questions you will see on the LSAT, determine your natural strengths weaknesses, and discover ways to maximize the effectiveness of your studying. This event is also open to all students.  To register please send an email to Pre-Law Advisor Adekemi Faleti-Dosunmu at afaleti@uic.edu with your name, class year, and UIC email address by October 25^th.