Honors College Announcements

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Pumpkin Carving Evening with HCAB! (10/29)

Oct 28, 2019 4:00 pm95 views
Publications Release Party, Wed. 4/13

Apr 11, 2016 5:00 am177 views

Join us in celebrating the release of the latest edition of each of the Honors College student-run publications at the annual Publication Release Party!

The Publication Release Party will be held on Wednesday, April 13 from 4 – 5:30 pm in the Honors College Student Lounge (Room 109 Burnham Hall). The newest edition of each of the Honors College publications will be available, including:

The Ampersand, the official student-run Honors College newsletter

The Asterisk, a political satire newsletter

The Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students, a journal focused on topics related to the health professions

Red Shoes Review, a literary and arts magazine

UIC OneWorld, a social justice and global affairs magazine

The Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Journal, an online open-access undergraduate research journal

Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP’s are requested but not required by Friday, April 8 at https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/4577089 . Contact Sara Mehta at srmehta@uic.edu with any questions.
President Killeen's Visit to the Honors College – Thursday, February 8 at 10am

Feb 6, 2018 4:00 pm82 views
Preparing to Apply to Law School – Tomorrow 10/18 at 4pm

Oct 17, 2017 3:45 pm44 views
"Preparing to Apply to Law School" Panel Discussion, Wed. 10/15

Oct 13, 2014 4:00 pm74 views

Interested in law school or preparing for another law-related career? Come hear from a variety of experts in law about the best ways to apply and prepare, and what to expect from law school and careers in law. This is a chance to receive expert advice on what YOU want to know – so come with questions for our experienced panelists! Topics may include finding the right law school, preparing for the LSAT, writing your best personal statement, requesting excellent letters of recommendation, and finding careers with your pre-law preparation if you later decide you no longer want to go to law school.

Featuring the following panelists:
o Adekemi Faleti-Dosunmu, Esq., LAS Pre-Law Advisor
o Evan McKenzie, J.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor of Political Science
o Eric Leafblad, J.D., Assistant State’s Attorney, Cook County; Honors College Alumni Association President
o Sony Cortes, UIC Alumnus and First-Year Law Student Chicago-Kent College of Law

Wednesday, October 15
3:00 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

RSVP at http://go.uic.edu/LawSchoolRSVP by 10/15 at 12pm. Questions? Contact soleary@uic.edu or 312-413-2260.

Co-sponsored by the UIC Pre-Law Society. This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. For a full list of workshops, view the flyer.
Practical Thoughts on Entrepreneurship (with Cats!) – Nov 14 at 4pm

Nov 9, 2017 4:00 pm40 views
Pizza with the Dean at JST, Tues. 9/8

Sep 4, 2015 4:30 pm64 views

Please join us to meet Dean Ralph Keen next Tuesday 9/8 at 7pm over pizza at JST Tower C Lounge!! Don't miss the chance to talk with Dean Keen on a more personal level, and get to know your Honors fellow students while enjoying pizza and drinks!

We will also have piano performance :) If you'd like to showcase your musical talents, or any other art/other works, just let Dean Chang (huiching@uic.edu) know. Hope to see you there!
Phi Kappa Phi Lecture: The Arts in Higher Education: Bringing Meaning to Life

Mar 11, 2016 8:30 am19 views

The Arts in Higher Education: Bringing Meaning to Life

With actor and UIC faculty member Yasen Peyankov

Tuesday, March 15 at 4:30pm in the Richard Daley Library, room I-470.

All members of the campus community are invited.

Professor Peyankov will be interviewed by Professor Emeritus David Sokol. Yasen Peyankov is a Steppenwolf Ensemble member and co-founder of the European Repertory Company and made his Broadway debut in Superior Donuts in 2009. His film and television credits include A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas, Contagion, Transformer 3, Crime Fiction, The Company, The Mob Doctor, The Beast, Gifted Hands, Karen Sisco, Alias, The Practice, The Unit, Numb3rs among others.

Questions? Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu.
Pediatric Dentistry Professor Visit to JST and Cutie the Cat’s Office Hours, Thurs. 2/27

Feb 25, 2014 4:30 pm29 views

Professor Christine Wu from Pediatric Dentistry will be visiting JST this Thursday 2/25, 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 dentistry.

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

Around 8pm, Professor Wu will move to Dean Chang's apartment (C226) for Cutie the Cat's Office Hours. Stop by to say hi, chat, and have a (now well-received) cup of hot fruit tea and Frango chocolates :)

Contact Dean Chang with any questions: huiching@uic.edu.
OSSP: Upcoming Info Sessions for study, research, and teaching abroad, 9/2 - 9/5

Sep 2, 2014 5:45 am170 views

OSSP will host three information sessions next week for scholarships to support study, research, and teaching abroad.

Gilman Scholarship Info Session
Study abroad scholarship information for Pell-Grant recipients
Tues, 9/2 at 11AM in 2650 UH

Fulbright Workshop Session
Information about funded opportunities to pursue research or teach English abroad. A Fulbright representative will offer insight and answer questions.
Weds, 9/3 at 3PM in 1501 UH

Boren Information Session
Information about awards for current undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a study abroad program outside of Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand who are studying a language and a topic critical to national security. A Boren Representative will offer insight and answer questions.
Fri, 9/5 at 10 – 11:30 PM in 650 UH

For a full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Information Sessions, see http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.

Questions? Contact ssp@uic.edu or (312) 355-2477.
OSSP: Transfer Scholarship Overview (9/2)

Aug 31, 2015 4:00 pm14 views

The Office of Special Scholarship Programs is hosting the following workshops:

Transfer Scholarship Overview
September 2, 2015 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A transfer scholarship overview will be held in University Hall room 850. This information session will start at 4pm. There will be information about searching and applying for awards.

Questions? Contact ssp@uic.edu or 312-355-2477.
OSSP: Spring Scholarship Info Session, Wed. 2/5

Feb 3, 2014 5:45 pm74 views

Come to this Information Session to learn about scholarships with Spring 2014 deadlines! Sponsored by the Office of Special Scholarship Programs. No advance RSVP needed. Contact ssp@uic.edu with questions

Wed. 2/5: 2-3 pm, 2550 University Hall
OSSP: Graduate Fellowships Info Session (For Juniors), Wed. 4/23

Apr 21, 2014 5:45 am22 views

Thinking about going to graduate school? Seeking funding or prestigious fellowships to support you? This OSSP Info Session is targeted for Juniors to start thinking about Graduate Fellowships.

Wednesday, April 23
12:00 - 1:00 pm
2550 University Hall

No RSVP required to attend. Questions? Can't attend but want more information? Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.
OSSP: Graduate Fellowships Info Session for Juniors, Tues. 4/14

Apr 13, 2015 4:45 am58 views

Are you interested in studying or teaching abroad after graduating? Planning on graduate study in the U.S.? Not sure what your options are? Attend an information session to learn more!

Going abroad….The British scholarships, Fulbright Fellowships and other post graduate opportunities can offer you the chance to realize your dreams abroad! If you are interested in going abroad in fall 2016, start asking questions and exploring your options now.

The British scholarships include the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell. These awards give you the opportunity to study at a British university for 1-4 years. Strong candidates typically have a 3.7 GPA or higher, a record of service and leadership, and strong academic qualifications for what they are proposing to study in the UK. The British scholarships have a campus deadline of April 30.

Post-graduate opportunities…Fulbright offers the opportunity to teach or do research/study abroad. There is no GPA cutoff. Other opportunities such as the NSF Graduate Fellowship, JET program for teaching English in Japan or Illinois Legislative Internship provide myriad opportunities for post-baccalaureate education and growth. Join us at one of the following sessions to learn more about these opportunities.

Graduate fellowships and Post-Graduate Opportunities Session
Tuesday, April 14/ 2:00pm/ 850 University Hall

Fulbright Student Award Information Session
Friday, April 17/ noon /121 Burnham Hall

Fulbright Fellowship Panel of UIC alumni winners
Wednesday, April 22/ 12:30am /650 University Hall

Fulbright Student Award Information Session
Thursday, April 23/ 3:00pm / 850 University Hall

Begin your research now…
Fulbright Student Award http://us.fulbrightonline.org/
Gates Cambridge Scholarship http://www.gatescambridge.org/
Marshall Scholarship http://www.marshallscholarship.org/
Rhodes Scholarship http://www.rhodesscholar.org/
Mitchell Scholarship http://www.us-irelandalliance.org/content/3/en/George%20Mitchell%20Scholarship%20Program%20%7c%20US-Ireland%20Alliance.html
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship https://www.nsfgrfp.org/
Post-baccalaureate opportunities http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/GapYear.htm

If you cannot make one of the information sessions, first, explore the scholarships online and if you have questions or are interested in applying contact me at bpowers@uic.edu to arrange an appointment.
OSSP: Gilman Scholarship Info Session, Thurs. 2/13

Feb 12, 2014 5:00 pm99 views

An information session about study abroad scholarships for Pell-Grant recipients

Thursday 2/13, 2pm, 121 Burnham Hall

No RSVP required. Students who are unable to attend can contact Sheena Miller for more information at sheena@uic.edu.
OSSP: General Scholarship Information Session, Thurs. 8/28

Aug 25, 2014 1:00 pm143 views

Come get information about searching and applying for awards!

Hosted by the Office of Special Scholarship Programs

Thursday, 8/28 at 2:00 pm
2550 University Hall

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

View the full schedule of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf
OSSP: Crafting the Gilman Application: Workshop Session, Wed. 2/19

Feb 17, 2014 6:45 pm13 views

This Workshop session will provide students with tips for crafting the Gilman Scholarship application. The Gilman Scholarship is a study abroad scholarship for students who are eligible for Pell Grants.

Wednesday, February 19: 12 - 1pm in 2550 UH.

No RSVP required. Students who are unable to attend can contact Sheena Miller for more information at sheena@uic.edu.
OSSP: British Scholarships Info Session, Thurs. 2/27

Feb 26, 2014 4:45 pm27 views

An information session about various funded opportunities to study in the UK

Thursday 2/27, 3-4pm, 2550 University Hall

No RSVP required. Students who are unable to attend can contact Sheena Miller for more information at sheena@uic.edu.
OSSP: British Scholarship Info Session (3/3) and Pursuing Opportunities 101 (3/4)

Mar 2, 2015 5:30 am27 views

The Office of Special Scholarship Programs has two upcoming scholarship information sessions:

British Scholarship Info Session
Information about various funded opportunities to study in the UK
Tuesday, 3/3, 12 - 1pm
BH 114

Pursuing Opportunities 101
In collaboration with AAAN, NASP, and TRIO.
Information about scholarships, job applications and personal statements.
Wednesday, 3/4, 3 – 5pm
Location: AAAN Office in SSB

Questions? Can't attend a session but want more information? Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs at ssp@uic.edu.
OSSP: Arts Scholarship Information Session, Thurs. 10/30

Oct 29, 2014 3:00 pm35 views

Information about various funded opportunities available to students in the arts

Thursday October 30 at 2pm in 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.
Open Office Hours for Capstone Questions, Wed. 3/9

Mar 7, 2016 8:30 am160 views

Capstone Crisis? Open Office Hours for Help

If you're planning to graduate this semester and have any problem you think will interfere with the completion of your capstone project on schedule, please feel free to discuss the matter with Associate Dean Timothy Murphy during his open office hours Wednesday March 9, 10 am - 2 pm in Burnham 120. No appointment is necessary, and Dr. Murphy will treat the discussions as confidential. Students who are unavailable during these times are welcome to email Dr. Murphy directly (tmurphy@uic.edu) to arrange a time for discussion.
Observe a Mock Medical School Interview, Wed. 9/17

Sep 15, 2014 5:00 pm325 views

Professor Timothy Murphy from the UIC College of Medicine will conduct a mock medical school admissions interview in front of an audience to show an example of that important milestone in medical school admissions. The first part of the session will include an interview as nearly identical to the actual interview as possible. The second part of the session will be an open forum for questions about admissions interviews and the application process in general. Students who attend will have the opportunity to hear typical interview questions, listen to Professor Murphy’s feedback and appraisal of the mock applicant, and ask questions following the interview.

Wednesday, September 17 at 4:00 pm in 121 Burnham Hall

RSVP at: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/4355926

Contact Stephanie O'Leary at soleary@uic.edu with questions.

This event is part of the Honors College Fall 2014 Professional Development Series. For a full list of events, view the flier.
Observe a Mock Medical School Interview at the Honors College, 3/10

Mar 5, 2014 3:15 pm226 views

Professor Timothy Murphy from the UIC College of Medicine will conduct a mock medical school admissions interview in front of an audience to show an example of that important milestone in medical school admissions. The first part of the session will include an interview as nearly identical to the actual interview as possible. The second part of the session will be an open forum for questions about admissions interviews and the application process in general. Students who attend will have the opportunity to hear typical interview questions, listen to Professor Murphy’s feedback and appraisal of the mock applicant, and ask questions following the interview. All Honors College students interested in applying to medical school are welcome to attend.

The event will take place in 121 Burnham Hall (Quiet Study Room) on March 10 from 4:00-5:00pm.

Please RSVP and submit any questions to Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.
Observe a Medical School Mock Interview - Tues 9/19, 4pm

Sep 14, 2017 3:15 pm54 views
NSF/Biology Research Program for 1st and 2nd year students, Fri. 10/30

Oct 28, 2015 9:15 am117 views

Attention all freshmen and sophomores majoring in Biological Sciences:

Are you interested in getting involved in research in the biological sciences? There will be an organizational meeting for the NSF/Biology/Capstone Program on Friday, October 30 at 3:30 p.m. in the Quiet Study Room (BH 121). The meeting will include more details about the program and a dozen faculty members from the department will be present to briefly describe their research programs and interests. The presentations are expected to last a total of approximately 2 hours.

This program offers a two-and-a-half-year participation in biology research on campus and provides one way that Honors College students can fulfill their Capstone requirements. Students participating in the NSF/Biology/Capstone Program are associated with a research group in the Department of Biological Sciences and conduct experiments in ongoing research projects sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

See the flyer attached below for an agenda for the event. Details are provided at http://www.uic.edu/honors/learning/bioscapstone.shtml

Please RSVP to Eliza Callahan (eycas@uic.edu). Light refreshments will be served.
Next Week – Join Us for UIC Impact & Research Week 2021 as an Audience Member!

Mar 31, 2021 4:00 pm22 views
New Minor Available: Life Science Visualization – Info Session and Pizza Lunch on March 21

Mar 19, 2019 3:45 pm84 views
New CSHP Event Added! | Wednesday 3/4 @ 7:30pm: "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" at Steppenwolf Theatre | CSHP | RSVP NOW!

Mar 2, 2020 3:30 pm120 views
New Chicago Signature Honors Program Added! RSVP by Sunday 3/5

Mar 2, 2017 12:45 pm71 views
Native America PBS Documentary Screening – Oct 18

Oct 16, 2018 2:00 pm35 views
Music Therapy Session in JST, Wed. 3/18

Mar 16, 2015 5:15 pm50 views

Dear Honors students,

I am very glad that Prof. Laura Pawuk will come visit us and provide an hour-long music therapy session for you this Wednesday at 7:00! This is particularly good timing to get relaxed after your mid-terms :)

For those of you who have taken her seminar before, you know how wonderful it is. If this is your first encounter with music therapy, I am sure you will enjoy it. We will enjoy music and have tea.

See you this Wednesday at 7 at C226!

Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)
Mock Research and Poster Preparation Workshop, Thurs. 11/13

Nov 12, 2014 4:15 pm47 views
Presenting at the Honors College Fall Research Symposium? Come do a trial run of your research presentation and get feedback to improve your ideas and your poster!

November 13, 4 - 5:30 pm
121 Burnham Hall

Additionally, mark your calendars with the complete list of Capstone workshops for the semester! Note the special workshops at the end of the schedule for those preparing posters and presentations for the Research Forum in November!
- General Capstone Workshop: November 19 from 1 - 2pm in 114 Burnham Hall
- General Capstone Workshop: November 24 from 2-3 pm in 114 Burnham Hall
MLK Day: Renaissance Social Services (1/18)

Jan 13, 2021 3:30 pm7 views
MEntrepreneurship: Practical Thoughts on Entrepreneurship in the Arts. With Cats! Tues., 11/17

Nov 16, 2015 3:30 pm49 views

Are you an artist or scientist? An undergraduate or professor? A dog or cat lover? No matter how you identify, you can--and should!--consider yourself to be an entrepreneur. Being an entrepreneur is a lifestyle choice that you can make today. Let's explore what it means to be an entrepreneur, identify some strategies for those just starting out, and get you thinking outside the box... and let's do all of this with the help of cats!

Presented by Thomas Aláan, UIC Department of Physics, music instructor, and entrepreneur

Tuesday, November 17 at 4:00 pm
121 Burnham Hall

RSVP by November 17 at noon at http://go.uic.edu/ArtBusiness.

This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full schedule of events here.

Questions? Contact Stephanie O'Leary at soleary@uic.edu.
Mental Health and Energy Management – Nov 6

Nov 6, 2018 3:30 pm94 views
Magic Show in JST, Thurs. 4/24

Apr 23, 2014 4:00 pm67 views

Would you like to experience some close-up magic? It is getting close to your finals, and a magic show may be exactly what you need to alleviate your stress!

*When*: April 24 (Thursday), from 7-8 p.m.

*Where*: C-Tower Lounge

*Who*: Bryan Kennedy

*What*: Close-up magic

Bryan has been performing magic shows for various audiences. You can find out more about his outstanding performances at http://apollo-magic.com/. You might be surprised to learn that he is also a UIC Honors student!

So come join us for an hour of fun!! Questions? Contact JST Faculty-In-Residence Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu.
Lecture by founding editor of The Onion: Leadership and Creative Risk, Fri. 4/11

Apr 9, 2014 7:15 am145 views

Come hear the Founding Editor of The Onion speak about Leadership!
Leadership Lecture by Scott Dikkers, Founding Editor of The Onion
“Leadership and Creative Risk”

Friday, April 11
11:00am – 12:00pm
302 Student Center East

Come listen to Scott Dikkers, a founding editor of The Onion, tell the tale of his early struggles in the comedy business and how he ultimately got The Onion off the ground. As a farm boy with little education, he went from being a starry-eyed kid whose dream was to be published in his high-school newspaper to becoming an improbable 20-something business leader who founded the world's first humor website and headed up The Onion's growth into a worldwide brand and household name. Dikkers will share his own pitfalls and “lessons learned” to help students who are interested in finding their own path to creative leadership.

About Scott Dikkers:

Scott Dikkers is the founding editor of The Onion, and its longest-serving editor-in-chief. He developed its now-famous news parody format and launched it as the world's first humor website in 1996. Ranked by Time Magazine as one of the world’s top 50 “Digital Elite,” Scott is also the creator of the successful entertainment website The AV Club and author of several New York Times bestsellers, including "Our Dumb Century, "Our Dumb World" and "I Went to College and it was okay."

Event Sponsors: UIC Campus Housing, UIC Campus Programs, The Chancellor’s Lecture and Event Series, The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, The Honors College, The Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs, The Department of English, The College of Business Administration Undergraduate Programs, The Office of Career Services, HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar taught by Dr. Jenny Hoobler.

Questions: Contact hcollege@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.
Lecture and Lunch with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Wed. 11/12

Nov 10, 2014 5:30 pm70 views

There is still space to register for lunch with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on Wednesday 11/12! RSVP at https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/3941099 by 9am on Tuesday 11/11 to attend!

UIC Honors College students are known on campus and around the city and county for their study of and engagement with the issues at the heart of the Cook County Board's responsibilities, Therefore, you are invited to RSVP to meet in a small group over lunch with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. This is her fourth visit with Honors College students, and she is very pleased to have this opportunity to meet more of you this year!

http://www.tonipreckwinkle.org/

Board President Preckwinkle will be speaking on the subject of the "Reform of Cook County Government" Wednesday, November 12, from 12-12:50 in Lecture Center F3 as part of the "Future of Chicago" lecture series. Afterwards, we walk to the Honors College to have lunch from 1-1:50. Attendance at the lunch will be capped at 20, so please reply right away if you are interested. Priority will be given to those who can come to both the talk and the lunch.

Kindly RSVP at the following link: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/3941099

If you will be coming, please dress for the occasion and prepare yourself for discussion by following the local news and the recent activities of the Cook County Board and its associates of late. Ms. Preckwinkle is a passionate former educator who cares deeply about young people, justice and fair access to resources, so this is sure to be an event to remember.

Ms. Preckwinkle is known to ask students to tell her what they know about the role of the Cook County Board and County agencies, and how they are personally engaged with the issues that concern the board and county government. She truly wants to dialogue with you. You can inform yourself in advance (and then be sure to really wow her with your knowledge) by exploring this website: http://blog.cookcountygov.com/

The luncheon and lecture are part of the Honors College Leadership Series co-sponsored by the Department of Political Science.
Lecture and Lunch with 14th Ward Alderman Edward Burke, Mon. 10/17

Oct 7, 2016 8:30 am42 views

The Honors College is a proud cosponsor of the Future of Chicago lecture series, which is coordinated by the Political Science Department. This program brings current and former leaders to campus to discuss the current state and future of Chicago, and the Honors College offers students a chance to discuss with Alderman Edward Burke in a small-group lunch after his lecture on Monday 10/17. The lecture is free and open to the public; The lunch is limited to 25 undergraduate students and RSVP is required. Details are below. Please register at https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/70030 if you would like to attend the lunch!

Lecture and Lunch with 14th Ward Alderman Edward Burke, Monday 10/17, 12pm - 2pm

Alderman Burke is the 14th Ward Alderman and represents part of the southwest side of Chicago. He is the longest serving alderman in the city of Chicago and was named to the "100 Most Powerful Chicagoans" by Chicago Magazine. As Chairman of the City Council Committee on Finance, Alderman Burke is responsible for all legislative matters pertaining to the city's finances, including municipal bonds, taxes and revenue matters.

Lecture: "The Chicago City Council and the Future of Chicago", 12:00 - 12:50 pm in Lecture Center C1

Lunch with the Alderman: 1:00 - 1:50 pm in 121 Burnham Hall. RSVP for the lunch by noon on Thursday 10/13 at https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/70030.

All students are welcome to attend the lecture without RSVP’ing. Lunch is limited to 25 undergraduate students and RSVP is required for lunch. If max capacity is reached for lunch, students will be notified. Students who plan on attending the lunch are also expected to attend the lecture beforehand to be prepared to engage in discussion with the Alderman.

Additional events in the Future of Chicago Lecture Series can be found here: https://uicalumni.org/events/uic-presents-the-future-of-chicago-lecture-series/. More information about additional lunches will be forthcoming.

The Future of Chicago Lecture Series is hosted by the UIC Department of Political Science and co-sponsored by the UIC Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement and the UIC Honors College.

Contact Sara Mehta (srmehta@uic.edu) for additional information.
Learn about Field-based Research Opportunities Abroad - Feb. 16 in the Honors College

Feb 10, 2017 2:00 pm21 views
Leadership Lecture Series with Julieanna Richardson of The HistoryMakers

Feb 5, 2014 5:45 am49 views

Leadership Lecture Series: Authentic Leadership

Julieanna Richardson, Founder & Executive Director of The HistoryMakers

Thursday, February 6, 9:30 am in 121 Burnham Hall

Julieanna Richardson is the Founder and the Executive Director of The HistoryMakers, the nation’s largest African American video oral history collection. By recording, preserving and sharing the life stories of thousands of African Americans, from President Barack Obama to the oldest living black cowboy, The HistoryMakers is a leader in helping to educate and enlighten millions worldwide through refashioning a more inclusive record of American history. Ms. Richardson has a diverse background in corporate law, television production and cable television. She is also the recipient of the UIC Great Cities Institute's first Vernon Jarrett Senior Fellowship in 2006.

View the flyer here: https://blogs.illinois.edu/files/1516/109165/3774.pdf

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar and the UIC Black History Month program. Students who attend three Black History Month Events could win a $100 Gift Card!

For a complete list of Leadership Lecture Series events this semester, see the flyer: https://blogs.illinois.edu/files/1516/109165/3773.pdf. Questions: Contact Professor Jenny Hoobler at jhoobler@uic.edu.
Leadership Lecture: Leading in International Contexts with Donald Bielinski, Tues. 4/22

Apr 21, 2014 6:45 pm65 views

Leadership Lecture Series: Leading in International Contexts

Donald Bielinski, Managing Partner, SMB Interim Management, LLC

Tuesday, April 22, 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. in 121 Burnham Hall

Don Bielinski has held CEO and President positions in 3 different industries, leading businesses ranging in size from start-up to the Fortune 500, and in locations including the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia. His expertise lies in developing start-ups from within existing businesses, managing complex turnarounds/reorganizations, strategy development, and innovation. In his 25-year career with W. W. Grainger, Inc. his roles included Group President, Division CEO, SVP Marketing & Sales as well as CFO. Post Grainger, Don has been CEO of Exostar, a technology service company in the Aerospace and Defense Industry and Chairman, Asia Pacific for the Hudson Highland Group, a $1.5B talent management and recruitment business.

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar. Questions: Contact hcollege@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.
Leadership Lecture: "From FedEx to Philanthropy: An Investment Banker's Journey", Tues. 4/7

Apr 6, 2015 5:00 am36 views

Honors College Leadership Lecture: "From FedEx to Philanthropy: An Investment Banker's Journey"

Charles Ashby “Chuck” Lewis
Chairman, Lewis-Sebring Family Foundation and Coach House Capital
Retired Vice Chairman, Investment Banking, Merrill Lynch & Co.

Tuesday, April 7, 9:30 – 10:45 am in 104 Lincoln Hall

Charles Ashby (Chuck) Lewis is chairman of the Lewis-Sebring Family Foundation and Managing General Partner of Coach House Capital, his family office. He is a retired Vice Chairman, Investment Banking, of Merrill Lynch & Co.

Mr. Lewis is a Trustee of the University of Chicago. He is involved with the UChicago Urban Education Institute and is a member of the Board of Directors of its UChicago Impact LLC unit and of the Governing Board of its UChicago Charter School unit. He is also a member and a life member of the Visiting Committees to the Division of the Social Sciences and to the College at the University, respectively.

He is a Life Trustee of Amherst and of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, a Life Director of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Illinois Chapter, and a Trustee of the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago.

Mr. Lewis was a member of the National Finance Committee for both Obama presidential campaigns and writes occasional commentaries called “Obamagrams.”

Mr. Lewis was educated at Amherst College and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He also received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Amherst.

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 294 Honors Leadership Seminar. Questions: Contact Professor Bill Kohler at bkohler@uic.edu.
Leadership Lecture: Emotional Intelligence with Dr. Don Kluemper, 4/1

Mar 31, 2014 7:45 pm103 views

Leadership Lecture Series: Emotional Intelligence

Dr. Don Kluemper, Assistant Professor of Management, UIC College of Business

Tuesday, April 1, 9:30 am in 121 Burnham Hall

Dr. Kluemper is an Assistant Professor of Management at UIC, and received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from Oklahoma State University. His dissertation focused on the examination of ability-based emotional intelligence in the structured employment interview, and his research on Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management is widely published. Dr. Kluemper has also received numerous awards for his excellence in teaching.

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar. For a complete list of Leadership Lecture Series events this semester, see the attached flyer. Questions: Contact hcollege@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.
Leadership Lecture: Coaching Leaders in Emotional Intelligence with Fi Mazanke, Tues. 4/8

Apr 7, 2014 6:15 pm39 views

Leadership Lecture Series: Coaching Leaders in Emotional Intelligence

Cecilia 'Fi' Mazanke, Founder and Empowerment Coach at Direct Connect Coaching

Tuesday, April 8, 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. in 121 Burnham Hall

Cecelia “Fi” Mazanke is a master certified leadership coach and founder of Direct Connect Coaching in St. Charles, Illinois. Her mission is to help others recognize, embrace, and empower their peak potential. Over the past 14 years, Fi has coached thousands of people ranging from young children to grandparents, and entry-level business entrepreneurs to Presidents, CEOs and business owners of all walks of life.

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar. For a complete list of Leadership Lecture Series events this semester, see the attached flyer. Questions: Contact hcollege@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.
Leadership Lecture by 28th Ward Alderman Jason Ervin, Tues. 3/4

Mar 3, 2014 11:00 am36 views

Leadership Lecture Series: Inspiring and Motivating Followers

Jason C. Ervin, Alderman of the 28^th Ward of Chicago

Tuesday, March 4, 9:30 am in 121 Burnham Hall

Jason C. Ervin has served as Alderman of Chicago’s 28th Ward since 2011, which includes Austin, East Garfield, West Garfield, North Lawndale, Little Italy, Little Village, Pilsen, Tri-Taylor, University Village, and the West Loop. Alderman Ervin is a Certified Public Accountant and the former Village Manager for Maywood, Illinois. As an undergraduate student at SIU Carbondale, he was elected as the Student Representative for the SIU Board of Trustees.

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar. For a complete list of Leadership Lecture Series events this semester, see the flyer below. Questions: Contact hcollege@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.
Law Student Alumni Panel Discussion, Wed. 3/16

Mar 14, 2016 10:15 am56 views

Want to know what it's like to be a law school student? Do you want advice from current law students? If so, come out to the “Law Student Alumni Panel Discussion"!

Wednesday March 16th from 12:00pm – 1:30pm in 121 BH
Jimmy John's sandwiches will be provided!

Featured Speakers:

Shahina Khan, 1L (Chicago-Kent College of Law)

Kevin Ejma, 3L (DePaul University College of Law)

Aria Eckersley, 2L (University of Chicago Law School)

Kenneth Thomas, 3L (University of Chicago Law School)

A UIC Pre-Law Society Event

RSVP by Monday 3/14 at midnight at https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/1512500

Questions? Contact Christopher Kooy at ckooy2@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.
Last Honors Activity Workshop with the Honors College Ambassadors Tomorrow, 3/9

Mar 8, 2017 2:15 pm19 views
Join us TODAY! Coffee Conversations with the Mental Health Disability Alliance (MHDA)! (11/10 at 2:30pm)

Nov 9, 2020 3:45 pm29 views

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