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  • EcoCampus April GBM #2, Thurs. 4/9

    Apr 8, 2015 5:00 pm3 views

    EcoCampus April GBM #2

    Meet with EcoCampus & the UIC Office of Sustainability representative - Lisa - to find out all about Earth Month events and how to get involved.

    Monday, April 6th
    10:00am - 11:00am
    BH 114 (conference room)

    * Light snacks will be provided

    Questions, email EcoCampusUIC@gmail.com

  • Attend TEDx at UIC, Tickets are now available! Fri. 4/17

    Apr 13, 2015 10:15 pm210 views

    TEDx at UIC Tickets are now available! Our event will be held on April 17th, 2015 at JST. This year our theme will be The Iceberg Effect- talks will explore topics that are unseen and look at more than what meets the eye. There are only a 100 spots available, so don't wait until the last minute! For more information about our event and speakers, please visit us at tedxatuic.com. 

    To buy a ticket, click on the link below https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tedxuofichicago-the-iceberg-effect-tickets-16323751781. 

    Questions?  Contact Palak Patel at ppate92@uic.edu. 

  • Publish your undergraduate research and scholarship in IURJ! Deadline 5/27

    May 13, 2015 1:30 pm107 views

    Attention undergrads! Have you recently completed a research paper? Are you looking for a platform to publish your work? If so, UIC’s peer-reviewed Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Journal (IURJ) cordially invites you to submit your paper for our second publication, expected to be published in 2015-16. Senior Capstones and theses are encouraged, although all are welcome to submit. Papers are reviewed on a rolling basis. The deadline to appear in the next publication is May 27, 2015. Visit iurj.honors.uic.edu for more information.  Contact uicresearchjournal@gmail.com with questions.

  • Campus Programs Student Organization Conference, Mon. 8/17

    Jul 30, 2015 1:15 pm50 views

    Campus Programs Presents: Student Organization Conference

    Monday, August 17, 2015

    9AM-4PM

    Campus Programs--in service of their committment to the development of effective student organizations that positively contribute to student engagement at UIC--will be hosting the Student Organization Conference with the theme “Get Charged! Connect and Energize Your Organization”.

    The Student Organization Conference will help your organization network with other officers and, most importantly, go more in-depth with building skills for leadership, team development, event planning, and organization management. Conference attendees will receive a free Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) Assessment. Get connected and get your organization headed in the right direction this year!

    Be sure to share this message with your organization officers and members. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. RSVP is required for attendance.

    If you are interested in attending, please RSVP between July 15 and July 30: https://orgsync.com/63688/events/1073894/occurrences/2365307

  • HCAB Welcome Back Pizza Party

    Aug 24, 2015 5:15 pm222 views

    Come join HCAB and the rest of the Honors College for the first Wednesday social of the year! Free Pizza in the Honors College Lounge is available from 5pm to 7pm. It's a great way to reconnect with friends after the break or meet new people from the Honors College! Hope to see you there!  Contact Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu with questions.

  • Write for the Honors College satirical newsletter: The Asterisk

    Aug 28, 2015 11:15 am42 views

    Are you passionate about the 2016 Presidential Election?  Do you have an interest in political satire?  Then check out the Asterisk.

    You are entering the total spin zone.  The Asterisk is the only satirical newsletter in the Honors College, and we are looking for writers, political cartoonists, and layout editors.  If you’ve ever watched political satire like the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon or the Daily Show with Jon Stewart, you might’ve wanted not just to be a watcher of but a watchman over politicians, just like them.  Here is your chance to do that, and, if there’s ever a time to do it, it’s in college. 

    The first edition will be released after the CNN Republican Primary Debate.  Please contact Polatip Subanajouy at psuban2@uic.edu to ask any questions or to apply.

  • Society of Future Physicians is accepting applications until Fri. 9/4

    Aug 31, 2015 4:00 pm49 views

    A new year means new talent for SFP! We are very excited to begin this journey with our new members this year!

    The Society of Future Physicians is an undergraduate Honors student organization at UIC dedicated to informing our members about all there is to being a pre-medical student. Our topics range to cover issues like: Medical School matriculation, divisions and specialties, current hot topics in the medical field, volunteering opportunities, surgery viewings, leadership positions, and community involvement opportunities.

    Apply by Friday 9/4 at: https://docs.google.com/a/uic.edu/forms/d/1B_98FNHWNBxvcU91J_q9-rg4iPaP-FAS1HmfAuCjAqQ/viewform?c=0&w=1

    Visit our website for more info! www.uicsfp.org.  Questions? Contact Adil Siddique at asiddi42@uic.edu. 

  • UIC Involvement Fair, Wed. 9/2

    Aug 31, 2015 6:00 pm21 views

    The Involvement Fair will expose you to the diverse opportunities available for being involved in the UIC community. These events consist of two days of engaging activities, raffle prizes, and giveaways. Over 200 student organizations, campus departments, and neighboring businesses will be on hand to greet and welcome you to campus. Find a group for every interest and hobby, from academics and professional to philanthropic and political. Plus, there are many just for fun! This is the perfect opportunity to make your mark on campus.

    The Involvement Fair
    Wednesday, September 2, 2015
    11am-2pm
    Located on the Lecture Center Plaza outside of UIC Student Center East

    Join in the conversation! Use #invuic on social media to keep up with everyone during the fair.

    If you have a disability and need accommodations to participate in this event please contact Rhonda Laylo at: rlaylo2@uic.edu or (312) 413-5058.

  • Latino Cultural Center Affiliated Student Organizations' Open House, Wed. 9/9

    Sep 8, 2015 3:00 pm7 views

    Want to join a student organization, sports club, volunteer group, Greek fraternities and sororities, or other associations on campus but don’t know how?

    Join us and connect with UIC students, learn about various student organizations’ missions, upcoming events, and student services. Make time to get involved in a student activity that will enrich your educational journey and make lasting friendships along the way!

    When: Wednesday, September 9, 2015
    Anytime: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
    Where: Latino Cultural Center
    Lecture Center B2

    FREE refreshments and admission

    For more info, please call (312) 996-3095 or visit us at latinocultural.uic.eduAll audiences are welcome to join us at this program. Captioning, ASL Interpretation and Audio-Description services will be available upon request by contacting the number above.

    This programs is part of Weeks of Welcome!

  • Be an IGNITE Leadership Experience Participant

    Sep 8, 2015 3:00 pm13 views

    Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services (SLDVS) and Campus Programs are excited to bring the IGNITE Leadership Experience back for the fall!

    The IGNITE Leadership Experience is a semester-long exploratory leadership program designed to help first- and second-year undergraduate students gain leadership capacities and get involved at UIC.  IGNITE will help students gain insight into the values, communication, and leadership competencies necessary for positive involvement on campus. It is our hope that you will go out and live these ideals in your involvement on campus and the community.

    Requirements:

    Must be a UIC first- or second-year student Must commit to attend every IGNITE session on Tuesday nights from 3:45-6pm starting September 22 and ending November 17. Unfortunately, due to the nature of our program, if a class/work/personal conflict overlaps with our program schedule, the student is not eligible to apply for the program. Please consider applying next year! Must attend the Catalyst Leadership Retreat on Saturday, September 19 from 9am-5pm.

    Info Sessions:

    Date: Thursday, September 10
    Time: 11am-12pm
    Location: Student Center East | White Oak Room

    Date: Friday, September 11
    Time: 3pm-4pm
    Location: Daley Library | Room 1-470

    To apply for IGNITE, please visit: www.go.uic.edu/2015ignite

  • Join Peer Health Exchange, Apply by Fri. 9/11

    Sep 9, 2015 1:15 pm204 views

    Peer Health Exchange is an organization that trains volunteers to teach health workshops in Chicago Public Schools that would not otherwise have a health curriculum. These workshops include drugs, alcohol, sex, mental health and other vital health topics and also have a strong emphasis on skills (decision-making, communication, advocacy, and more). Not only is the experience extremely rewarding but it is also a ton of fun and gives volunteers the opportunity to meet new people, gain leadership experience, develop public speaking skills, attend networking events city-wide and more! 

    Here are a few FAQ: 

    What is the time commitment? 

    -PHE has one meeting a week (Wednesday from 5 to 6:30) and you must teach one workshop a week on either Thursday or Friday (you can choose when you do this!) Altogether, this is about 3 total hours per week.

    Teaching seems a little intimidating. How does it work? 

    The cool thing about PHE is that we COMPLETELY prepare you for every experience in the classroom. Also, we never send you into the classroom alone! 

    How hard is it to memorize the workshops? 

    Not very! This is because the workshops are discussion based; therefore, you do not have memorize anything word for word. Much of the time in the classroom is also spent leading activities, which reduces content that needs memorizing. 

    For any more information you can e-mail uic@peerhealthexchange.org or come to an info session! The info sessions are as follows: 

    Friday, September 4th from 5-6 pm in the Fort Dearborn Room (Above the inner circle) Wednesday, September 9th from 5-6 pm in BH 121 Friday, September 11th from 4-5 pm in Bh 114

    The application is open now at peerhealthexchange.org/apply and the deadline is September 11th, 11:59 pm!

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    The Ampersand General Body Meeting, Thurs. 9/10

    Sep 9, 2015 4:00 pm34 views

    The Ampersand General Body Meeting - Thursday 9/10 at 5 PM in BH 121

    Come to the first Ampersand General Body Meeting of the year! The Ampersand is the official newsletter and student blog of the Honors College. If you are interested in professional writing and being published in a newsletter or online blog, come to hear how you can get involved!

    We will be assigning articles for our first issue of the year and having a Writer's Workshop to give you some tips for professionalism. The first GBM will be on Thursday, 9/10, at 5:00 PM in BH 121. Articles are assigned first come first serve, so attendance is strongly encouraged for writing in the print issue. We hope to see you there!

    Contact slee355@uic.edu if you have any questions. See past issues and our blog at our Ampersand website at http://ampersand.honors.uic.edu/

  • Join Project Esteem and Teach Science to Kids!

    Sep 10, 2015 2:45 pm97 views

    If you are looking for an Honors Activity for the semester or for a great service activity, consider joining Project Esteem. We visit kids in foster care shelters bi-weekly and teach them science via hands-on experiments. For more information, come to our first meeting on Monday, 9/14 at 5:30 pm. We meet in BH 220. If you are interested but cannot make the meeting, email project.esteem13@gmail.com.

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Movie Night

    Sep 14, 2015 10:45 am89 views

    Wednesday, Sept. 16th is Movie Night at the Honors College! Bring a couple of friends to take a break from studying and relax with a movie from 5PM-7PM. Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Red Shoes Review Open House, Tues. 9/15

    Sep 14, 2015 11:45 am46 views

    Are you interested in art or writing? Join the Red Shoes Review, UIC's only undergraduate literary and arts magazine for our open house in Burnham Hall's tutoring room from 4:30-5:30PM on Tuesday Sept 15. We would love to meet you and hear your ideas for upcoming events and the forthcoming magazine

  • Open Webmaster Position for The Ampersand

    Sep 21, 2015 10:15 am21 views

    The Honors College newsletter the Ampersand is currently looking for a student to take the role of webmaster. The webmaster would be responsible for posting weekly blog posts, updating news posts, and keeping website content up to date. Experience is not required, but experience with Wordpress is a plus! Please contact slee355@uic.edu if interested.

  • Solve Global Health Issues: Join the GSI Initiative, Mon. 9/21

    Sep 21, 2015 4:30 pm78 views

    Are you interested in designing solutions to global issues? Or are you a pre-health or engineering student?

    Consider joining the GSI Initiative, a UIC student organization! Last year, our team designed an electricity-free vaccine fridge, which won the Maurice Prize and was presented at the Clinton Global Initiative University conference. This year, we aim to deliver our fridge to areas in need. We are also looking to develop new projects that address important medical, environmental, or social issues in collaboration with our other chapters located at universities across the nation. We will meet this Monday, 9/21 in BH 220 at 4:30 pm.

    If you are interested, but cannot make the event, email the.gsi.initiative@gmail.com.

  • Wednesdays with HCAB: Game Night, Wed. 9/23

    Sep 21, 2015 5:00 pm18 views

    This Wednesday, Sept. 23rd is game night at the Honors College! Take a break from your studying to hang out in the Honors College Lounge for Game Night. From 5pm to 7pm, meet other Honors students or bring your friends for fun games including Heads Up!, Taboo, Jenga, and many more! Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Free LSAT Logic Games Seminar, Fri. 10/2

    Sep 25, 2015 3:00 pm37 views

    Join the Pre-Law Society for a free LSAT Logic Games Seminar in Lecture Center A4 on 10/02/2015 at 3:00 PM! Everyone who is interested in going to Law School is welcomed to this event. It will be a one-hour workshop, from a Blueprint instructor, which will help students to learn quick and easy strategies to tackle the scariest part of the LSAT:Logic Games. Attendees are eligible for $300 OFF a Blueprint live class! FREE PIZZA!  Questions?  Contact Gerta Agalliu at gagall2@uic.edu. 

  • Serve on the Board of TEDx, Info Session, Fri. 10/2

    Sep 28, 2015 8:45 am80 views

    TEDxUofIChicago is gearing up to start planning for our upcoming TEDx event this year. We are looking for potential board and committee members who are motivated and interested in leading TEDx for another successful year. We will be holding an informational session on October 2nd at 5PM in the Idea Commons. Come learn about what TEDx does and how you can get involved!

    If you plan on coming to the info session, please fill out the google form below. Even if you cannot make this date/time, please fill out the form so we have your information and are aware of your interest.

    To learn more about TEDx, visit TEDxatUIC.com and visit the link below to see pictures from last year’s event. We hope to see you all there!

    http://goo.gl/forms/Ew7hvdo8oI

    https://www.flickr.com/gp/135750341@N08/QwK1Qg  

    Questions? Contact Nirmal Shah at nshah72@uic.edu.  

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Study Night, 9/30

    Sep 28, 2015 9:30 am28 views

    This Wednesday 9/30, bring your classmates and study groups to the Honors College Lounge for Study Night! From 5PM-7PM, the BH Lounge will be open for students to get work done. Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu.

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Movie Night, Wed. 10/7

    Sep 30, 2015 8:30 am52 views

    Wednesday, Oct. 7th is Movie Night at the Honors College! Bring a couple of friends to take a break from studying and relax with a movie from 5PM-7PM. Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Health Oriented Latino Association (HOLA) Third General Body Meeting

    Sep 30, 2015 6:00 pm70 views

    Would you like to learn/practice how to monitor blood glucose levels, measure Body Mass Index (BMI), check blood pressure and temperature? Then you should join HOLA at our next general meeting - This workshop teaches you to measure vital signs!

    Executive Board members will demonstrate how to do all of the above, and members will be given the opportunity to practice the techniques- very useful for a career in many health fields! 2015-2016 Membership Applications and fees will also be accepted at this meeting.

    What: Vital Signs Workshop

    Where: Latino Cultural Center

    When: September 30th

    What time: 6:00 pm

    Any questions can be answered by contacting hola.uic@gmail.com

  • SFP Hosted Lecture: Dr. Stacey Chamberlain, Tues. 10/6

    Oct 5, 2015 9:15 am105 views

    The Society of Future Physicians will host guest speaker Dr. Stacey Chamberlain MD, MPH on Tuesday, October 6 at 5pm in BH 209. Dr. Chamberlain specializes in Emergency Medicine at the UIC Medical Center. She is also an Assistant Professor and Director at the UIC Center for Global Health. Open to ALL Honors College Students! Questions? Contact Rose Huang at dhuang25@uic.edu. 

  • UIC OneWorld Call for Writers! Topics due Sun. 10/11

    Oct 7, 2015 4:00 pm60 views

    UIC OneWorld is an Honors College publication which aims to shed light on global affairs/social injustices that do not receive the attention they deserve. We also accept study abroad pieces which discuss personal experiences. We are excited to have new student writers this year. Our topic submission deadline is October 11, and the first draft deadline will be November 1. Any questions can be directed to oneworld.uic@gmail.com. Check out the attachment for more information!

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Game Night, 10/14

    Oct 12, 2015 3:15 pm21 views

    This Wednesday, October 14th is game night at the Honors College! Take a break from your studying to hang out in the Honors College Lounge for'Game'Night. From 5pm to 7pm, meet other Honors students or bring your friends for fun games including Heads Up!, Taboo, Jenga, and many more! Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Ampersand General Body Meeting, 10/16 at 4pm

    Oct 14, 2015 3:30 pm21 views

    Calling all writers and bloggers! The Ampersand, the Honors College newsletter and student blog, will be holding a General Body Meeting on Friday, October 16th at 4 PM in room B21 in Burnham Hall. We will be assigning articles for our second print issue of the year. If you would like to write about current events and distinguished individuals of the Honors College, this is the meeting for you!

    Questions? Comments? Please email uicampersand@gmail.com or visit ampersand.honors.uic.edu for more information!

  • HCAB Faculty-Student Luncheon, Wed. 10/21

    Oct 19, 2015 4:00 pm138 views

    HCAB Faculty-Student Luncheon
    A chance for Honors students and faculty to get to know each other informally over lunch!

    Wed., October 21
    11:30 am - 1:30 pm
    Location: Honors College, First floor of Burnham Hall

    Free food from Roti Mediterranean Grill!

    Honors College Students: Invite your Faculty Fellow, Core instructor, or another faculty member to attend with you!  Bring your I-Card to enter.

     

  • Red Shoes Review Open Mic @ Powell's Bookstore, Tues. 10/20

    Oct 19, 2015 5:00 pm25 views

    Come out to the second annual Red Shoes Review Open Mic night at Powell's Books at 1218 S Halsted, on Tuesday October 20 from 4-6PM, for poetry readings, music, art viewing, and more! Light refreshments will be provided. Donations are always welcome. Everyone is encouraged to participate, come to support the arts! Email us at uic.redshoes@gmail.com if you would like more information or want to sign up to perform!

  • The Asterisk: Learn How to Write Like They Write on The Daily Show, Wed. 10/21

    Oct 19, 2015 5:00 pm67 views

    In room B16 Burnham Hall from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Wednesday, 21 October 2015, Dr. Brianna Noll is conducting a workshop for members of The Asterisk about satire and, in particular, political satire.  If you have ever wanted to learn how to write for The Daily Show, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, or Saturday Night Live!, Wednesday is your chance.  If you would like, please feel free to bring two to three jokes about the CNN Democratic Presidential Debate or any other topic for which you are comfortable. (Not required though!)

    Interested attendees are also encouraged to contribute to The Asterisk Show!  The Asterisk Show is a satirical newsletter of the Honors College, based on a late night talk show format translated into a textual medium.  If you want to apply the knowledge you learn on Wednesday or just want to express yourself, the door is open for you in The Asterisk Show.  Please contact the Host of The Asterisk Show Polatip K. Subanajouy at psuban2@uic.edu with any inquiries.

  • Wednesdays with HCAB: Study Night, Wed. 10/21

    Oct 19, 2015 5:30 pm20 views

    This Wednesday, bring your classmates and study groups to the Honors College Lounge for Study Night! From 5PM-7PM, the BH Lounge will be open for students to get work done. Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu.

  • SFP Lecture: Dr. Andrew Gonzalez MD, JD, MPH, Tues. 10/27

    Oct 23, 2015 12:30 pm155 views

    SFP Lecture: Dr. Andrew Gonzalez MD, JD, MPH

    Tuesday October 27th, at 5 pm in Lecture Center F1

    Dr. Gonzalez is a General Surgery Chief resident at the UIC medical center and a past UIC GPPA Medicine student. Coupled with that, he has a vast amount of knowledge and insight about health policy, UIC's medical school, and residency program. We look forward to your attendance!

    Open to ALL Honors College Students!

    Please RSVP at: http://goo.gl/forms/ZeqKAUi8RV

    Contact Atif Siddiqui at asiddi46@uic.edu with questions.

  • Interested in writing for the Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students?

    Oct 30, 2015 11:45 am83 views

    Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students (JPHAS) is a publication at the Honors College that strives to offer students considering careers in health-oriented professions a valuable, informative resource and a forum to express, present, and exchange ideas. JPHAS is currently looking for staff writers (freshman, sophomores, juniors and even seniors) who are interested in exploring and learning more about pre-health fields through writing. We will be sending out emails soon regarding the writing process. Any student who is interested in writing for JPHAS can send an email to jphas.journal@gmail.com.

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Game Night (11/04)

    Nov 2, 2015 9:15 am21 views

    This Wednesday, Nov. 4th is game night at the Honors College! Take a break from your studying to hang out in the Honors College Lounge for Game Night. From 5pm to 7pm, meet other Honors students or bring your friends for fun games including Heads Up!, Taboo, Jenga, and many more! Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • The Ampersand Student Blog Contest Fall 2015, Deadline Nov. 5

    Nov 4, 2015 10:45 am96 views

    Do you have something to share with the UIC Honors College community? Write a blog entry for the Ampersand and you could win Honors College prizes, including Honors College shirts, umbrellas, mugs, and more! We are looking for students to write about their experiences as UIC Honors College students and to share their ideas through the Honors College student blog. To get you started, we have four prompts for you to choose from:

    1.  Recount a meaningful Honors Activity experience.

    2.   Who is a person at UIC that has influenced you or inspired your journey through the Honors College at UIC?

    3.   Finish the sentence: "As an Honors College student, I am..."

    4.   For first year/transfer students: Recount your first semester at UIC. How has the Honors College complemented your experience so far?

    Blogs that cover any of these topics can be considered for the contest. Submissions will be evaluated based on content and quality of writing. Blog entries vary in length, but generally are 400-600 words in length. Blogs do not have to be formal—express your voice in writing and be creative with the blog format!

    But DO proofread and spellcheck to avoid simple grammatical errors. Please be sure to fact-check your writing, especially if specific events or people are mentioned. Keep in mind that the goal of the Honors College student blog is to encourage students to share their stories, ideas, and writing in a respectful and professional manner and fulfill the Ampersand mission:  “To highlight the achievements of Honors College students, staff, and faculty, to report on Honors College events, and to provide a forum for students and faculty to share interesting experiences and opinions, all for the purpose of fostering a sense of community and celebrating diversity among the constituents of the Honors College.”

    All submissions will be reviewed and edited by the Ampersand board before being published online. We retain editorial authority to reject submissions at our discretion. The Ampersand board will select the top three winners.

    The deadline for the blog contest is Thursday, November 5th by 5:00 PM. Submissions should be emailed to uicampersand@gmail.com. You are welcome to submit more than one blog entry for the contest. All submissions should be attached as a Word document and include:

    - Your full name, major and year at UIC

    - A creative title for your piece!

    - A high resolution photo that you have permission to use to go with your submission

    Please visit the Ampersand website (http://ampersand.honors.uic.edu/category/blog-posts/) to read past blogs.

     Questions can be sent to uicampersand@gmail.com.  

  • SFP Physician Panel Lectures, Mon 11/9 and Tues. 11/10

    Nov 6, 2015 5:30 pm98 views

    Society of Future Physicians, Physician Panel: Dr. Julia Usha Raj and Dr. Anand Kumar 
    Monday, November 9th at 5pm in LCF3 
    Dr. Raj is a neonatologist and does research in Pulmonary Vascular Biology. Dr. Kumar is Lizzie Gilman Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry at UIC. 
    Open to ALL Honors College Students.
    Please RSVP at: http://goo.gl/forms/ypyH8eWpMb
    See the flyer attached below for more information on the physicians. 

    Society Of Future Physicians Lecture: Dr. Eunice John, Dr. John Peace, and Dr. Jesus Garcia.  
    Tuesday, November 10 at 5pm in LCF3
    Dr. John specializes in pediatric nephrology and is Chief of the Division of Nephrology.  Dr. Garcia is an Associate Professor in the department of Physiology and Biophysics.  Dr. Peace is the training program Director of Hematology and Oncology.  
    Open to ALL Honors College Students! 
    Please RSVP at: http://goo.gl/forms/O873tPa9t1

  • SFP Lecture: Head of Neurology Dr. Loeb, MD, PhD, Tues. 11/17

    Nov 16, 2015 11:45 am74 views

    SFP Lecture: Head of Neurology Dr. Loeb, MD, PhD

    Tuesday November 17th at 5pm, Lincoln Hall 120

    Dr. Loeb is the Head of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine at the UIC College of Medicine. His clinical research is focused on epilepsy and the different biomarkers that may be used to detect epilepsy. His other works includes neuregulins, epidermal growth factors, and studies on Neurocysticercosis.

    Open to ALL Honors College Students!

    Please RSVP at: http://goo.gl/forms/kCy2HN0zoT 

    Questions?  Contact Rose Huang at dhuang25@uic.edu. 

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Pizza Night

    Nov 16, 2015 11:45 am108 views

    Join HCAB as they host the next Wednesday social, Pizza Night. This will take place in the Honors College Lounge on Wednesday, November 18th from 5pm-7pm. Meet new friends and bring your fellow Honors College friends for FREE PIZZA! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu. Hope to see you there!

  • Read the new issue of the Honors College student-run newsletter, the Ampersand!

    Dec 9, 2015 5:15 pm63 views

    Read the new issue of the Honors College newsletter, the Ampersand!

    Peruse through this issue to see the first "Humans of the Honors College," read about some outstanding Honors students and faculty, and get caught up on Honors events! Limited copies are available to pick up in Burnham Hall. Read the issue online here:  https://www.uic.edu/honors/life/documents/latest-ampersand.pdf  Also, check out the Ampersand online blog to read about a day in the life of Honors students! 

    If you are interested in writing or blogging for the Ampersand, feel free to contact uicampersand@gmail.com for information.

  • Red Shoes Review Accepting Submissions Until 12/31

    Dec 18, 2015 9:00 pm99 views

    The Red Shoes Review, the only undergraduate literary and arts magazine at UIC, is now seeking submissions for our 2016 issue, "Tripping". Submissions do not have to match the theme of the magazine, but it's great if they do; we will be looking over all submissions! Submit literature, art, poetry, music, and other creative works to the Red Shoes Review at uic.redshoes@gmail.com by December 31, 2015.

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Movie Night 1/20

    Jan 20, 2016 10:00 am113 views

    Wednesday, 1/20 is Movie Night at the Honors College! Bring a couple of friends to take a break from studying and relax with a movie from 5PM-7PM. Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Society of Future Physicians applications open for Spring 2016! Due Fri. 1/22

    Jan 20, 2016 12:45 pm143 views

    A new semester means new talent for SFP! We are very excited to begin this journey with our new members this year!

    The Society of Future Physicians is an undergraduate Honors student organization at UIC dedicated to informing our members about all there is to being a pre-medical student. Our topics range to cover issues like: Medical School matriculation, divisions and specialties, current hot topics in the medical field, volunteering opportunities, surgery viewings, leadership positions, and community involvement opportunities.

    Apply by Friday 1/22 at: www.uicsfp.org 

    Visit our website for more info! www.uicsfp.org. Questions? Contact Adil Siddique at asiddi42@uic.edu.

  • Ampersand - General Body Meeting Friday 1/29 at 4 PM

    Jan 26, 2016 12:00 pm49 views

    Ampersand GBM for Issue 3 - Friday January 29th at 4 PM

    Calling all writers and bloggers! The Ampersand, the Honors College newsletter and student blog, will be holding a General Body Meeting on Friday, January 29th at 4 PM in room B21 in Burnham Hall. We will be assigning articles for our third print issue of the year. If you would like to write about current events and distinguished individuals of the Honors College, this is the meeting for you!

    Questions? Comments? Please email uicampersand@gmail.com or visit ampersand.honors.uic.edu for more information!

     

  • Come to the Annual Honors College Ball! Ticket Sales Begin Mon. 2/1

    Jan 29, 2016 11:00 am88 views

    The Annual Honors College Ball is a fun tradition for all students, staff, and faculty to attend! The theme of ball this year is Magnificent Mile of Memories. Come build memories with your fellow students and faculty/staff members! 

    The 2016 ball will take place on March 5th from 6 PM to 12 AM at the Holiday Inn Merchandise Mart.

    Tickets will be sold in Burnham Hall and online (link will be available shortly) starting February 1st. Tickets will be sold from 11am-1pm Monday through Friday in the lounge. Tickets for students are $50 and for faculty/staff are $90! We hope to see you there!

    Check out last year's ball in this video:

    https://www.dropbox.com/s/vfwue82mj5n4iqr/Shortened.mp4?dl=0

  • Submit to Brainchild literary and arts magazine, Deadline extended to 2/5

    Feb 1, 2016 9:00 am102 views

    B R A I N C H I L D 

    The editors of the premiere undergraduate-only literary and arts magazine in the United States are seeking submissions for their 2016 issue.

    NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS IN: FICTION, POETRY, CREATIVE NONFICTION, ESSAYS, PHOTOGRAPHY, FINE ART

    Brainchild's primary prerequisite for submissions is quality, and our standards are the calling card of our magazine. We represent the Mid-East Honors Association, which means that we only publish honors students in the mid-east region of the country—from Illinois to Pennsylvania and from Michigan down to Virginia. This area comprises over 200 honors colleges and programs whose students we can only accept submissions from. And though our submission base is small, our readership is diverse and growing, and this has helped build Brainchild into the premier undergraduate-only literary and arts magazine in the country. This means that any individual submitting to us will have a higher chance of publication in our magazine than in almost any other, and they have the chance to be read by a highly intelligent readership that is committed to the arts. If your work is of a superior quality—you will find a home in Brainchild.

    We encourage you to go to brainchildmagazine.org and submit to us through our Submittable page. There you will find a list of writers and artists whose work best fits our publication. Our submission period has been extended until 2/5.



    If you have any questions or queries regarding content, please feel free to email us at editor@brainchildmagazine.org, and we will get back to you as soon as we can. You can also keep up with any news we release by following our accounts on Facebook (www.facebook.com/KSUbrainchild) and Twitter (@ksu_brainchild). We look forward to your submissions and the opportunity to work with you.

    Zachary Nickels, Editor in Chief

  • Honors College Ball Tickets On Sale Now!

    Feb 1, 2016 10:45 am204 views

    Tickets for the Honors College Ball are on sale now thru February 19th. Tickets sell fast, so get yours early!

    Tickets will be sold in the Honors College Student Lounge (109 Burnham Hall) from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Monday - Friday. Remember, this event is open to all UIC students, faculty, and staff. Guests do not have to be affiliated with UIC; however, a UIC member must sponsor the purchase. In other words, outside guests cannot purchase a ticket for themselves.

    The ticket price includes dinner, dancing, unlimited soft drinks, and photo booth! Cash or check is accepted. Please make checks payable to the University of Illinois at Chicago.

    General Student tickets are $50 each
    Faculty/staff tickets are $90 each

    Also, UIC Campus Housing is offering a $10 discount to the ticket price for Honors College Housing students! There are a limited number of these tickets available and you must purchase the ticket through Housing’s online system, click here: http://www.housing.uic.edu/dock.

    After signing up, the discounted cost of the ticket ($40) will be charged to your university account. Honors College Housing students who wish to bring a guest(s) may purchase additional tickets in-person at the Honors College at the $50 student rate.

    For inquiries regarding the Honors College Ball, please contact Ms. Elizabeth Stark (HCAB President) at estark7@uic.edu or Ms. Christina Ruiz at cruiz2@uic.edu. You may also visit our website at: www.honors.uic.edu.

    A Magnificent Mile of Memories – The 23rd Annual Honors College Ball

    Saturday, March 5, 2016

    Holiday Inn – Mart Plaza

    6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

    www.honors.uic.edu

  • Wednesdays with HCAB: Game Night, 2/10

    Feb 8, 2016 8:45 am62 views

    This Wednesday, Feb. 10th is Game Night at the Honors College! Take a break from your studying to hang out in the Honors College Lounge for'Game'Night. From 5pm to 7pm, meet other Honors students or bring your friends for'fun games including Heads Up!, Taboo, Jenga, and many more! Hope to see you there! Any questions should be directed to Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu

  • Get Your Tickets for the Honors College Ball! Sat. 3/5

    Feb 17, 2016 8:45 am30 views

    The 23rd Annual Honors College Ball is an event you do not want to miss! The Ball will take place on March 5, 2016 at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza from 6pm to 12pm! The theme for the Ball is Magnificent Mile of Memories! This event is open to all UIC students, faculty, and staff! Invite your friends, your Honors College Fellows, professors, etc! Tickets are on sale in the Honors College Lounge from 11am to 1pm until this Friday, February 19! Tickets are $50 for students, and $90 for professionals! Come and create memories with your fellow students, faculty, and staff! We hope to see you there!

    Check out the video below for a sneak peek as to what the Ball is like!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMg2WxPDygg

     

  • Society of Future Physicians Lecture: Dr. Kirstie Danielson, Ph.D. Epidemiologist

    Feb 22, 2016 8:00 am102 views

    Dr. Danielson is a chronic disease epidemiologist, trained at the University of Wisconsin, with specific expertise in type 1 diabetes and osteoporosis. Her current research focuses on Islet Cell Transplant as a treatment method for Type 1 Diabetes. In addition, she is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Transplant Surgery, and a departmental affiliate in the Division of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at UIC. Hear her valuable and in-depth insights about her journey into the field of Public Health and the importance of public health in medicine!

    Tuesday, 2/23 at 4pm
    BSB 211

    RSVP at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1b-vwzxA4BCnbN5UuYQ0cCpxQppfq_li8Aso1e25tOY4/viewform 

    Questions? Contact Atif Siddiqui at asiddi46@uic.edu. 

  • Ampersand GBM announcement, 2/25 at 4PM

    Feb 24, 2016 8:00 am62 views

    Ampersand GBM for Issue 4 - FINAL issue of the year!  - Thursday, February 25th at 4 PM in BH 114

    Calling all writers and bloggers! The Ampersand, the Honors College newsletter and student blog, will be holding a General Body Meeting on Thursday, February 25th at 4 PM in room BH 114. We will be assigning articles for our fourth and FINAL print issue of the year, so please come if you would like to be a published writer for the Honors College before the year ends!

    If you would like to write about current events and distinguished individuals of the Honors College, this is the meeting for you!

    Questions? Comments? Please email uicampersand@gmail.com or visit ampersand.honors.uic.edu for more information!