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• Possible Service Activity for Spring: DRC Assistant for UIC Student

  Jan 11, 2016 9:00 am231 views

  The Disability Resource Center is looking for an interested and committed Honors Student to work with a student who is blind in her Spring 2016 ANTH 105 Lab course. The Honors Student would serve as the DRC student’s lab assistant  during the spring semester.  A lab assistant would assist with thevisual, written and physical aspects of each lab, including any practical exams.  The DRC student will be responsible for training the assistant and informing what tasks are needed such as describing images, or writing down specific answers. 

  The responsibilities for this activity are as follows:

  Attend all lab sessions for the class and assist the student as needed.

  The Lab meets on Mondays from 8:00-9:45 a.m. in BSB.

  The requirements for this activity are as follows:

  Eligibility in the Honors College and approval of this activity by your Faculty Fellow

  If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Sara Vogt at svogt1@uic.edu.

• American Physician Scientists Association Volunteer, Apply by Mon. 1/18

  Jan 11, 2016 10:00 am150 views

  Interested in becoming a physician scientist and improving your own medical/research career prospects?

  Then take advantage of an opportunity to help with improving biomedical research support and career development opportunities via volunteer work through the American Physician Scientists Association (APSA), http://www.physicianscientists.org/, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the successful career development of physician scientists. I, Jennifer Kwan, am the American Physician Scientists Association (APSA) Policy Chair,  I am writing to invite pre medical students interested in getting involved with projects to help increase biomedical research funding and gain career mentorship to apply.

  Great for those interested in the physician scientist pathway but also those who are interested in a biomedical science career. Chances to interact with giants in their fields. Happy to provide career mentorship for those interested in the physician scientist track as well.

  For those interested, please send their CV and personal statement to jennifer.kwan@physicianscientists.org.

  Deadline: Jan 18, 2016 5pm cst

  Interviews are on a rolling basis.

• UIC ENGAGE: Volunteer Tutors Needed, Orientation on Mon. 1/18

  Jan 15, 2016 5:30 pm170 views

  UIC ENGAGE: Student Volunteers Needed

  UIC ENGAGE volunteers are needed to provide math, writing, and homework assistance to children in grades 3, 4, and 5 in the Chicago Public Schools from 3:30 - 5:30 pm.

  Why? Impact the lives of children and let them konw that UIC is on their side.

  How Long: February 1st through April 15th

  How Much: 20 sessions

  Orientation: Monday, January 18 in College of Education at 10am, Room 3427. RSVP: sseto2@uic.edu. 

  For more information, contact: Janet Omitoyin (jomito2@uic.edu) or Miguel Alvelo-Rivera (malvel2@uic.edu).

  When you enter UIC, you enter a life of engagement.

   

• Annual Spring Leadership and Service Expo 1/27

  Jan 25, 2016 8:00 am103 views

  Student Center East (SCE) East Terrace

  January 27th, 11-2 PM

  Join us for our annual Spring Leadership and Service Expo!

  Over 30 area non-profit agencies will be here on campus looking for UIC students to work with! There will be a wide variety of agencies represented, including those focused on: youth, the environment, the arts, animals, human rights, community development, health, and more. All students are encouraged to visit the Expo to connect with and learn about volunteer and internship opportunities with local non-profit organizations.

  This could be a great way to find a service opportunity for an Honors Activity!

• Education/Outreach Volunteer Opportunity at Rush University Medical Center

  Jan 27, 2016 9:00 am319 views

  Please see the flyer at the link below for a description of the Education/Outreach Volunteer position at Rush University Center of Excellence on Disparities in HIV and Aging.

  For consideration for this opportunity and to schedule an interview, please email Scarlett Ellis, Research Study Supervisor (Scarlett_Ellis@rush.edu), with a letter of intent and current resume.

• Swimable Seeking Leadership Team Members

  Feb 1, 2016 9:15 am112 views

  Swimable is an aquatics program powered by university students that serves children with special needs. Our model consists of three parts: our instructors, our swimmers, and their families. Swimable features specially trained students that conduct one-on-one swim lessons with children with special needs. Swimmers can enjoy customized swim classes led by instructors that interact well and understand swimmers individual needs. We also work to provide a space where families can network and learn about other community resources that could benefit them.

  Swimable was developed and launched at UIUC and now is expanding to UIC.

  Currently, we are seeking students who are interested in being on the leadership team for Swimable @ UIC. There are a variety of roles, like public engagement, special events, and social media. Also, we are not major exclusive, we just want people who are passionate for our cause!

  If you are interested please visit Swimable.org where you can send us your information! Please pass this information along to anyone you think would be interested in this incredible opportunity and feel free to contact us if you have any questions (Swimable2@gmail.com).

• Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly Jobs, Internships, and Volunteer Opportunities

  Feb 8, 2016 8:30 am78 views

  Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly is a national network of non-profit volunteer-based organizations committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly. We offer to people of goodwill the opportunity to join the elderly in friendship and celebration of life.

  Their motto, flowers before bread, expresses our philosophy that people need the special pleasures in life in addition to the basic necessities. We feel that love and dignity and beauty in life are as basic as physical needs.

  There are currently three positions available:

  -          Full-time program assistant

  -          Summer Program Event Intern

  -          Summer Visitor

  See the documents below for more information.

• Volunteer for the Windy City National Qualified Volleyball Tournament, 3/25 – 3/27

  Feb 15, 2016 10:15 am98 views

  The second annual adidas Windy City National Qualifier volleyball tournament will take place at McCormick Place Convention Center, March 25 – 27, 2016. Over 800 teams will participate in this event, and we’re in need of volunteer assistance to ensure it’s an overwhelming success!

  To view shifts available, additional details and register to volunteer – CLICK HERE

  Important Information:

  The minimum age for a volunteer is 18 years old. Volunteers MUST commit to work a minimum of TWO SHIFTS during the event. All volunteers receive two adidas staff t-shirts for the entire weekend. If volunteers are working multiple days, volunteers should plan to wear one of the shirts on each day. It is preferred that volunteers wear tan or black shorts and gym shoes. Please note that while the Volunteer Coordinator makes every effort to match you with your position preferences, volunteer positions are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Volunteer Coordinator will sign off any volunteer service hours once shifts are completed if needed. Volunteers must sign a Release of Liability Waiver provided by WCNQ staff.

  If you have any questions please reach out to Kim Vertin at kim.vertin@glrvb.com.

   

   

  Katie VanLandingham

  Senior Manager, Events and Operations

  Chicago Sports Commission

  72 E Randolph Street, 3rd Floor

  Chicago, IL 60601

  P: 312-567-8470 F: 312-567-8504

  kvanlandingham@chicagosportscommission.com

  www.chicagosportscommission.com

• Volunteers Needed-STEM Event at UIC, Sat. 3/19

  Feb 19, 2016 10:00 am13 views

  Expanding Your Horizons - Chicago is a one-day conference where 200 middle school girls participate in hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math workshops. We need volunteers like you for our 4th annual event on Saturday, March 19th at UIC! Sign up now for a wonderful day of STEM at https://sites.google.com/site/eyhchicago/home/getinvolved/volunteer-sign-up.

  Please contact volunteer coordinator Laura Manning with any questions - laura.manning.eyh@gmail.com

• UIC Day of Service Registration OPEN!

  Mar 2, 2016 10:45 am36 views

  Register TODAY and join SLDVS on April 16th for the 7th Annual UIC Day of Service. This one day event brings together the UIC community to give back to Chicago. 

  There are over 30 opportunities including framing a house, assisting at a Gala, prepping a community garden, tutoring, and volunteering at an animal shelter. For a complete list of opportunities and to sign up, go to go.uic.edu/uicdos. We have locations all over the city and throughout several suburbs.

  Availability varies, so no spots are guaranteed. The sooner you sign up, the more likely you are to be placed with your first choice! Groups are welcome and can likely be placed at a location together. To indicate if you require any accommodations to participate in this event, please contact SLDVS at 312-996-4500 or odesor3@uic.edu.

   

• Dress for Success Clothing Drive

  Mar 4, 2016 10:30 am186 views

  The UIC Graduate Women in Chemistry group is partnering with Dress for Success to organize a clothing drive for the spring season of 2016! Dress for Success is a Chicago-based organization that provides "work attire" clothing to economically disadvantaged Chicago female residents currently seeking employment and for future job interviews. The link for Dress for Success can be found below along with their mission statement. This is an excellent opportunity to donate unused professional apparel to a cause that redistributes the clothes to women currently looking for jobs and cannot afford to purchase new clothes for job interviews.

  There is a box labeled "Dress for Success Clothing Drive" in the UIC Department of Chemistry office (845 West Taylor Street, Room 4500) and will be there until March 28th, 2016 that will be used to collect any unwanted professional attire. Below are the requirements for the donated clothes:

  Acceptable donations:

  ' New/gently-used professional attire; sizes 0-2 & 14 and up.

  ' Handbags/pursues.

  ' Office appropriate shoes, sizes 8 & up; wide width if available.

  ' Seasonal and transitional coats and jackets.

  If you would like to make your own donation directly to Dress for Success, they accept donations Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10 am- 12 pm and 1 pm- 4 pm and every 2nd Saturday of the month from 10 am- 12 pm at the following address:

  70 East Lake Street, Ste. 900

  Chicago, IL 60601

  Valet parking is available at this location. Please note: they do not provide donation drop-off at this location.

  If you are interested in obtaining individual tax receipts for your clothing donations, please contact Brittany Johnson or Victoria Helan (contact information below) for further information.

  Any comments or questions, please do not hesitate to contact Brittany Johnson (bjohns70@uic.edu) or Victoria Helan (vhelan2@uic.edu). Thanks in advance to anyone and everyone in supporting this noble cause!!

  Dress for Success: https://worldwidecentral.dressforsuccess.org/

  Mission Statement: "We are on a mission to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Join us."

• NFL Draft Volunteer Opportunity

  Mar 16, 2016 10:30 am185 views

  We are thrilled to welcome the NFL Draft back to Chicago this year. Last year we had over 650 volunteers that provided an incredible experience for over 200,000 fans. We are excited to be able to bring the NFL Draft back to Chicago for the second year in a row, and we need your help. We are looking for qualified volunteers willing to work a minimum of two shifts between Thursday, April 28th and Saturday April 30th. All volunteers must be 18 or over.

  Please apply here. Keep in mind, there may be specific roles that require a short phone interview. If needed, a representative from Chicago Sports Commission will reach out over the next several weeks to learn more about your skills and experience. All applicants will be notified of their status in late March. Accepted applicants will be able to select specific shifts at that point.

  We are looking for individuals who love customer service and supporting fans' needs, and who love football! Please forward this email to anyone you know who might also be interested. We can't wait to hear from you!

  Please email volunteer@chicagosportscommission.com with any questions!

  Sincerely,

  Chicago Sports Commission

• UIC Day of Service

  Apr 11, 2016 2:45 pm66 views

  UIC Day of Service

  Saturday, April 16th, 2016

  Register TODAY and join SLDVS on April 16th for the 7th Annual UIC Day of Service. This one day event brings together the UIC community to give back to Chicago. There are over 30 opportunities including framing a house, assisting at a Gala, prepping a community garden, tutoring, and volunteering at an animal shelter. For a complete list of opportunities and to sign up, go to http://go.uic.edu/uicdos. We have locations all over the city and throughout several suburbs.

  We have several sites that are welcoming of kids and we would love to see students, faculty, staff, and families all serving on the Day of Service.

  Availability varies, so no spots are guaranteed. The sooner you sign up, the more likely you are to be placed with your first choice! Groups/families are welcome and can likely be placed at a location together. To indicate if you require any accommodations to participate in this event, please contact SLDVS at 312-996-4500 or sldvs@uic.edu.

• Apply to be an Honors College Tutor in fall 2016, Deadline Tues. 5/31

  May 25, 2016 8:45 am1034 views

  Honors College Tutoring - Priority Deadline Tuesday, May 31

  Want to be a tutor in the Honors College Tutoring Center?

  Tutors must meet the following:

  o   Be a student in good standing with the Honors College

  o   Have attended UIC for at least 1 year

  o   Must be able to tutor in at least 3 different courses (you must have earned an A or B in classes taken at UIC in order to be eligible to tutor for those courses)

  o   Schedule 3 hours each week

   

  Students who intend to participate in the Honors College Tutoring program must complete an application (available in the Honors College office). The preferred deadline for applications is Tuesday, May 31, 2016; THE FINAL DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2016. The tutoring program is scheduled to begin on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2016. Once students have submitted an application and received confirmation of their participation in the program they should then register for HON 202 (CRN 13771). Students must be registered for HON 202 (in addition to HON 222) to count Honors College Tutoring as their honors activity. If you decide NOT to tutor, you must drop HON 202 by September 2, 2016 to avoid a “W” grade; if you drop between September 3, 2016 and October 28, 2016 you will receive a “W”. You will receive additional information about your tutoring schedule by the first week of classes in the Fall 2016 term.

   

  The current application is attached below.  If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

• James R. Jordan Foundation Volunteer Mentor position and Strategic Communications Coordinator Position

  Jun 14, 2016 4:15 pm51 views

  The James R. Jordan Foundation currently has two opportunities available: One is to serve as a Volunteer Mentor and the other is a full-time Strategic Communications Coordinator position. For more information, please be sure to read through the attached documents.

• Volunteer Opportunity | USA Track & Field Illinois - 2016 Masters Throws Championships

  Jun 28, 2016 2:45 pm26 views

  USA Track & Field Illinois is seeking volunteers for the 2016 Masters Throws Championships to be held August 6-7, 2016 at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL. The event consists of unique field event competitions that showcase an athlete’s ultimate power and strength! Volunteers receive a free t-shirt, complimentary parking, lunch on Saturday and Sunday and a ticket to Saturday's banquet if they volunteer on both Saturday and Sunday! There are several shifts available from August 5-7 and assistance needed with competition and administrative support.

  An application can be downloaded at www.usatfillinois.org and you can learn more about the competition here or at our Facebook Event Page. Any questions can be directed to Tricia@otrtevents.com. Deadline to apply is July 22, 2016.

  The application and more information are also linked to at the bottom of this post

• IGNITE Mentors Needed!

  Jul 13, 2016 8:45 am64 views

  Want to develop your leadership skills?

  Want to work with first- and second-year UIC students?

  Want to have an awesome experience to put on your applications for jobs and grad school? 

  Join the IGNITE Leadership Experience as a mentor!

  Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services and the Center for Student Involvement are looking for mentors to join for the 2016 Fall Semester IGNITE Leadership Experience. IGNITE is a semester-long exploratory leadership program designed to help first- and second-year undergraduate students gain leadership capacities and get involved in UIC.

  As engaged leaders, IGNITE mentors will help guide the leadership explorations of first- and second-year UIC students. The ideal mentor will have some leadership experience and, most importantly, be committed to engaging with leadership on a personal, academic, and professional level. IGNITE mentors will gain confidence in their interpersonal, facilitative, and advising skills—all critical areas of need for graduate school and the workforce!

   Requirements:

  Must be a UIC junior or senior undergraduate student. Must commit to attend every IGNITE session on Tuesday nights from 3:45-6pm starting September 20 and ending November 15.

  Unfortunately, due to the nature of our program, if you have a class/work/personal conflict that overlaps with our program schedule, you are not eligible to apply for the program. Please consider applying next year!

  Mentors must attend Catalyst LeaderShape on Saturday, September 17 from 9am-5pm. We are seeking involved students with a passion for helping other students find their place at UIC.

  To apply visit go.uic.edu/ignitementor

  Applications are due by 11:59 PM on July 17.

  If you have any questions, please email sldvs@uic.edu.

• Community-Engaged Leadership Certificate - Applications due 9/15

  Jul 20, 2016 8:45 am44 views

  The Staley School of Leadership Studies at Kansas State University, in partnership with Points of Light and AT&T are pleased to announce the launch of a new undergraduate certificate program, offered via distance education. The Certificate in Community-Engaged Leadership program will launch in January 2017. Thanks to the generous support of the AT&T Foundation, partial and full scholarships are now available.

  General Program Information

  Kansas State University, in partnership with Points of Light, has developed a certificate program in Community-Engaged Leadership. This program is first of its kind, offering a network of resources, consisting of academic expertise from a top land-grant university, Points of Light’s national network, and local support through community advisors. The certificate program is designed to develop community-engaged leaders, who will work to mobilize community members and local organizations, within their own communities, to make progress on complex challenges. This program was designed intentionally to keep you in the community you care about so as a student you can work to mobilize community members around environmental, social, political, and economic issues in your neighborhood.

  Theme

  The work of the 2017 inaugural cohort will be themed around education's role in strengthening democracy and developing engaged citizens. Although each participant will bring diverse interests and experiences, the theme will provide an opportunity for participants to evaluate, strategize, and make progress within the context of education. By working within this common theme, participants will contribute to the collective learning of the group while pursuing solutions to their unique challenges and focusing on their personal leadership development. For instance, while one participant in the certificate program could be engaged in environmental issues and another in food justice, both will explore and implement innovative ideas within broader theme of education.

  Click on the post for more information.

• PSI CHI Seeking Tutors

  Aug 24, 2016 5:30 pm91 views

  Psi Chi Tutoring is a volunteer tutoring service that takes place in BSB, Room 2048. It is designed as a walk-in service to serve all UIC students throughout the campus with one-on-one academic help for several psychology courses. Interested students can apply online (https://goo.gl/forms/AsxHKfF9LFtcNXtv1) or find the application outside of BSB 2048.

• Become a Service Leader, Apply by Fri. 9/9

  Aug 31, 2016 3:45 pm46 views

  Service leaders will take on responsibilities for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Day and the 8th Annual UIC Day of Service. Additionally, leaders will assist with both Speaking of Service (S.O.S.) and Get Involved in Volunteer Experiences (G.I.V.E.) events. Specific group training opportunities and meetings will take place regularly as well. All class years invited to apply. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until September 9th at 5pm.

  Benefits of being a service leader:

    •  act as an ambassador for service across campus
    •  make connections with community organizations
    •  gain invaluable leadership experience
    •  easy access to customizable volunteer opportunities
    •  free t-shirt
    •  learn more about UIC and higher education
    •  attend professional development opportunities
    •  meet students with an interest in service
    •  get involved with the Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services office

  For more information or to apply, visit go.uic.edu/serviceleaders.

• First Project ESTEEM Meeting, Wed. Sept. 7

  Sep 1, 2016 8:15 am49 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 Wednesday, 9/7 at 5:00 pm. We meet in Honors College Silent Study. We will additionally be accepting application for our executive board. If you are interested but cannot make the meeting, email project.esteem13@gmail.com.

• Volunteer tutors needed for youth at Midtown and Metro Achievement Centers

  Sep 2, 2016 6:30 am97 views

  Volunteer at Midtown or Metro this year & make a difference in the life of a child!

  TUTOR the same Chicago student every week.SUPPORT parents as the primary educators of their children.BUILD character in MEF studetns through weekly goal setting.

  Come inspire the future generations along the pathways to success.

  WHAT: Two hours per week dedicated to tutoring and goal-setting with an at-risk student from a low-income family.

  WHY: Your help can provide a student with the individual attention they need to find both personal and academic success. Read more at: http://www.midtown-metro.org/why-to-volunteer/  

  WHO: Female volunteers work with girls in 4th-12th grade & male volunteers work with boys in 4th-6th grade. MEF will need over 140 new volunteers this fall in order for every student to be paired with a caring, positive tutor or mentor!

  Visit midtown-metro.org/volunteer to learn more & apply!

  CONTACT: Carolyn Madigan cmadigan@midtown-metro.org for female volunteers and Oscar Calderon ocalderon@midtown-metro.org for male volunteers.

  Midtown & Metro provide school year programs for 4th-12th grade youth, offered at an affordable price designed for low-income families. Generous donors give over 90% of what it costs to run MEF programs.

   

• Volunteer Opportunity at Erie House

  Sep 2, 2016 8:00 am109 views

  Be a Part of an Awesome Reading Program!    Little Village READS is a new literacy initiative that pairs reading tutors with 1st through 3rd grade  students in the Little Village Community. All our students have been referred by their teachers for extra help outside the classroom, and they meet with tutors two days a week to work on building their reading skills. Tutors engage students in free reading, interactive games, and fun literacy activities.

  If you are interested in being a tutor we would love to hear from you! This is a great opportunity to gain some hands on experience working with an amazing group of kids.

  September – December 2016

  Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays 2:30-5:00pm

  Contact: Rachel Serra, 773-542-7617, rserra@eriehouse.org

  Address: 4225 W. 25th Street, Chicago, IL 60623

• Leadership and Service Expo, Wed. 9/7

  Sep 2, 2016 5:15 pm26 views

  Leadership & Service Expo

  Wednesday, September 7th 11AM-2PM | Lecture Center Quad

  Join SLDVS and 50+ area non-profit agencies that are looking for UIC students! A wide variety of agencies will be represented including those focused on: youth, the environment, the arts, animals, human rights, community development, health, and more!  Find service opportunities that match your interests, learn more about the needs of your communities, and discover how you can get involved.

• Constitution Day (Register to Vote!), Mon. 9/19

  Sep 16, 2016 9:15 am9 views

  Constitution Day. 11am-1pm

  Student Center East, Room 602

  Join us for the annual Constitution Day!! A day of non-partisan hands-on democracy!

  Register to vote and learn about ongoing constitutional issues. Activities including voter registration, volunteer opportunities, and a special guest speaker, Flint Taylor.

  Attorney Flint Taylor specializes in civil rights law and has spent much of his career as a prosecutor for police brutality, government misconduct, and death penalty cases.

  For more information, please visit our page on UIC Connection: https://orgsync.com/135631/events/1488543/occurrences/3473506

• Voter Registration Volunteer Opportunity

  Oct 5, 2016 9:30 am40 views

  Dear Honors College Students,

  We would like to extend an invitation to join us to register people to VOTE. We have Family Weekend night coming soon and it is one of the perfect times to register people to vote for this November 8th! We are also looking for students to help register up to the day of the elections.

  Date: 10/8/16, 9-5pm + Weekend
  Location: SCE

  We are looking forward to hearing from you!

  Best, Delia Bautista-

  ICIRR - NADP Fellow

  deliabautistad@gmail.com

  773-851-1149

• Civic Engagement, Election and Voter Registration Events

  Oct 5, 2016 10:00 am37 views

  Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services, the Department of Political Science, the Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement, and the Office of Public and Government Affairs invite you to attend and participate in the full calendar of events we have put together around civic engagement and the upcoming election. Civic engagement and civic education is a very important facet in understanding the American political system. Part of being an active citizen is educating yourself about local and national elections. We encourage you to take the time to attend and get engaged in the upcoming elections.

   

  October 7 - National Student Issues Convention from 9am-12:30pm in the Fort Dearborn Room, Student Center East 

  Hosted by the UIC Political Science Dept, come share what issues are important to you!

  Involve yourself in discussions such as pay equality, student loan debt, jobs, etc, at this convention. Highlight your concerns with your peers. ASK QUESTIONS! Let your voice be heard!

   

  October 9 - Presidential Debate Watch Party from 8-10pm in Inner Circle, Student Center East 

  ROUND TWO!  TRUMP v. CLINTON

  As the eyes of the world turn to the 2016 Presidential Election hosted at Washington University in St. Louis, come witness the heat turn up in the second presidential debate!

   

  Mark your calendar for other upcoming events later in the semester:

  October 11 – LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN ILLINOIS

  October 19 – Presidential Debate Watch Party 8PM – 10PM in SCE Inner Circle

   

  November 2-4 – Early Voting for City of Chicago residents, Student Center East

  November 8 – Election Day and Election Day Results Watch Party 8PM – 11PM, SCE Inner Circle

   

  Questions?  Contact Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services at (312) 996-4500 or sldvs@uic.edu. 

• Work the Polls on Election Day

  Oct 19, 2016 7:00 am73 views

  Work on Election Day. Serve. Empower. Impact. Get Paid. The Cook County Clerk’s office is recruiting students to serve voters as suburban poll workers for the Nov. 8th Presidential Election! It is a great opportunity to get paid for supporting the democratic process and serving the community. Poll workers are paid $190 or $340 based on the position they choose. Those who are interested should visithttps://cookcountyclerk.com/students or call 312.603.0988 to learn more and submit an application. 

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  Become A Reading Mentor At Village Leadership Academy

  Nov 11, 2016 8:15 am59 views

  Village Leadership Academy seeks reading mentors for children in an after-school program in the south loop.  Interested students should contact Ms. Bianca Jones at bjones@vlacademy.org.  The program started in September and will run through June, but we ask for a minimum of three months commitment.  See the flier for more details.

• Honors College Tutoring Application - Final Deadline Monday, Jan. 9

  Jan 4, 2017 12:15 pm337 views

  Honors College Tutoring - Final Deadline Monday, January 9

  Want to be a tutor in the Honors College Tutoring Center?

  Tutors must meet the following:

  Be a student in good standing with the Honors College

  Have attended UIC for at least 1 year

  Must be able to tutor in at least 3 different courses (you must have earned an A or B in classes taken at UIC in order to be eligible to tutor for those courses)

  Schedule 3 hours each week

  Students who intend to participate in the Honors College Tutoring program must complete an application (attached below). The preferred deadline for applications is Monday, December 12, 2016; THE FINAL DEADLINE IS MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 2017. The tutoring program is scheduled to begin on MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2017. Once students have submitted an application and received confirmation of their participation in the program they should then register for HON 202 (CRN 15071). Students must be registered for HON 202 (in addition to HON 222) to count Honors College Tutoring as their honors activity. If you decide NOT to tutor, you must drop HON 202 by January 20, 2017 to avoid a “W” grade; if you drop between January 21, 2017 and March 17, 2017 you will receive a “W”. You will receive additional information about your tutoring schedule by the first week of classes in the Spring 2017 term.

  The current application is attached below.  If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

• Martin Luther King Jr. Week, 1/16-1/18

  Jan 9, 2017 2:15 pm40 views

  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Week

  PEACE BREAKFAST
  Please join us for the annual Peace Breakfast to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy:

  Tuesday, January 17, 2017
  9:00 am UIC Forum
  725 W. Roosevelt Rd.

  Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry will deliver the keynote address at the breakfast. Harris-Perry is the Maya Angelou Presidential Chair at Wake Forest University where she serves as the executive director of the Pro-Humanitate Institute and founding director of the Anna Julia Cooper Center that supports research on the intersections of gender, race, and place. Harris-Perry hosted the television show "Melissa Harris-Perry" during 2012-2016 on weekend mornings on MSNBC. Her keynote will cover the topics of hope, healing, and courage.

  The Peace Breakfast will also include performances by Unity in Christ, UIC’s gospel choir and a presentation of the Martin Luther King Junior Drum Majors for Service Award to Asha Binbek. Binbek serves as the Undergraduate Student Government’s Interpersonal Relations Committee Director. She has been an instrumental force in the creation of the Arab American Cultural Center at UIC and UIC’s inaugural Global Fest – a showcase of the unique cultures comprising the university community in support of the national International Education Week efforts. The MLK Drum Major for Service award is given to those volunteers who perform extraordinary everyday acts of service with reliability and commitment but seldom receive recognition. The Peace Breakfast is open to the community. RSVP at go.uic.edu/mlk2017.

  ADDITIONAL EVENTS
  Other events that comprise UIC’s celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this year include the Day of Service and a screening of the 2014, critically-acclaimed film Selma. Join members of the UIC Community on Monday, January 16th, at eight service sites across Chicagoland to honor the legacy Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Each community partner works to address the roots of social problems, such as poverty, racism, and further injustices. For information about each service site and to sign up before Thursday, January 12, visit go.uic.edu/mlksignup.

  The movie Selma chronicles Dr. King’s fight for the passing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Selma, Alabama became the epicenter of the fight for the right to vote for black citizens. Dr. King and his collaborators organized a march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. The film will air on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm at the James Stukel Towers (JST) Event Center. Admission is free with an i-card.

  For more information, visit go.uic.edu/mlk2017!

  We look forward to you joining us!

  Sponsored by the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Week Planning Committee #UICMLK

• Volunteer with the Little Village READS Program

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  Be a Part of an Awesome Reading Program!    Little Village READS is a new literacy initiative that pairs reading tutors with 1st through 3rd grade students in the Little Village Community. All our students have been referred by their teachers for extra help outside the classroom, and they meet with tutors two days a week to work on building their reading skills. Tutors engage students in free reading, interactive games, and fun literacy activities.

  If you are interested in being a tutor we would love to hear from you! This is a great opportunity to gain some hands on experience working with an amazing group of kids.

  January 2016 – June 2016 Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays ** Tutors may come 1 day or all 4! 2:30-5:00pm contact: Rachel Serra, 773-542-7617, rserra@eriehouse.org address: 4225 W. 25th Street, Chicago, IL 60623

   

• Join Trade Winds or Conversation Partners program

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• Potential Honors Activity: Seeking Video Editor for Project Vida

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  We are currently recruiting a student in the School of Art and Design with experience in video editing to work on a project creating video testominals addressing barriers to pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV (PrEP).  Our team currently consists of three UIC medical students, one Medical School faculty member, and the staff at Project Vida, an HIV/AIDS education and direct services organization in Little Village. We have the expertise to recruit participants for the testimonials and guide testimonial content, but need to recruit a student interested in being primarily responsible for video editing. If desired, the student would be able to discuss receiving Honors Activity or Capstone credit with their Honors Advisor.  Interested students should contact Wesley Gibbert at wgibbe2@uic.edu.

   

• Nominations for the Chancellor’s Student Service & Leadership Awards (CSSLA), Due Feb 10, 2017

  Jan 30, 2017 4:15 pm196 views

  Nominations for the Chancellor’s Student Service & Leadership Awards (CSSLA) are due by February 10, 2017

  Please visit the 2017 Chancellor’s Student Service and Leadership Awards (CSSLA) site to nominate outstanding undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who have given their time and talent to campus community service. Presented awards include:

  Chancellor’s Student Service Award (for volunteer service) The Chancellor’s Student Service Award (CSSA) honors students who have made an outstanding contribution to the University through service to campus and the UIC community. Student nominees must have dedicated a significant amount of time, effort, and creativity to one or more campus- or community-based service project(s). Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students must: enrolled during the academic year in which the award is received; be in good academic standing (with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5); have volunteered in a campus and/or community service organization; and have made significant, unpaid contributions to their organization.

  Nominators should list specifics about the student’s contribution to the campus and/or community and highlight any leadership positions/offices held by the nominee. Approximately 400 UIC students receive this award each year.

  Eugertha Bates Memorial Award (for humanitarian commitment) The Eugertha Bates Memorial Award (EBMA) honors a student whose volunteer activities in a campus or community setting demonstrate an outstanding degree of caring dedication, selfless commitment, and a truly exceptional humanitarian contribution to the needs of others. Nominations for this award must include a detailed description of the uniqueness and significance of the nominee’s humanitarian service and the impact on the campus/community through his/her episodic or ongoing service.

  Jane Addams Distinguished Service Award(for creativity/innovation/length of service) The Jane Addams Distinguished Service Award honors students whose volunteer activity substantially addresses a distinct need in the community along with inspiring others to engage in volunteer service. Individual recipients must have been involved in the creation of a new project or service to address such a need, and must demonstrate the highest level of dedication and selfless commitment to volunteer service. Nominators should list specifics about the student’s contribution to the campus and/or community.

  Activities Honorary Society For the fifth year in a row, new members will be inducted into the Activities Honorary Society (AHS) during the Chancellor’s Student Service and Leadership Awards Ceremony in April. AHS recognizes no more than 15 exemplary students each year for their demonstrated student leadership. Founded in 1950 by student leaders at the University of Illinois Undergraduate Division at Navy Pier, AHS is one of two traditions remaining from the original campus.

   

  The various awards will be presented to invited recipients at the 45th Annual Chancellor’s Student Service and Leadership Awards Ceremony, scheduled for the evening of Thursday, April 20, 2017, in the Illinois Room of Student Center East. Recipients will be recognized individually throughout the program and their nominator will be invited to attend.For additional information, visit us online, send an email, or call us at the contact information below.

  sldvs.uic.edu

  sldvs@uic.edu

  312-996-4500

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