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  • All Majors Career Fair – March 21

  • All Majors Career Fair, Thurs. 3/17

    The ALL MAJORS Career Fair expects 90+ employers from a variety of industries. Open exclusively to UIC students & alumni of ALL majors seeking employment opportunities.

     

    Thursday, March 17th, 10:00am - 2:00pm

    SCE Illinois Room (3rd Floor)

    750 S. Halsted St, Chicago

     

    List of employers: http://careerservices.uic.edu/springdivparticipants.shtml

    List of employers by majors: http://careerservices.uic.edu/springdivparticipantsB.shtml

     

    Students must bring their iCard for entry, dress professionally and bring resumes.

     

    Quick job fair prep tips:

    Prepare an effective resume that will get you noticed (see an advisor at Career Services – 3050 SSB for professional assistance and pick up the free GUIDE with sample resumes) Invest in a professional outfit that will make you stand out and look impressive! Prepare your one minute speech to market yourself to employers. Above all, RESEARCH EMPLOYERS. Know their history, values, products and services etc.!

  • All Majors (Virtual) Job Fair (3/18)

  • All Students Should Switch Email to UIC Gmail Account

    Over the past few weeks, ACCC has been contacting students to change their email accounts to comply with the new UIC email policy.

    The new email policy requires all students to retrieve their "@uic.edu" email via UIC Gmail (gmail.uic.edu).

    Previously, students were allowed to route messages sent to their "@uic.edu" address to non-UIC email services such as Yahoo, Hotmail, and personal Gmail accounts. By requiring all students to use UIC Gmail for campus email, we can provide better, more reliable service and ensure that email is delivered.

    We understand that this change is an inconvenience, and so we have extended the deadline for changing email routing. Students who have not yet updated their email accounts will continue to be contacted by email. In the meantime, students can check to see if they need to update their settings and complete the update by logging into our UIC Gmail migration page:http://SwitchToUICGmail.uic.edu .

    For more information about this change, please look at the NEWS section of the ACCC web site for the item, "Disabling off-campus email routing for students" or visit http://go.uic.edu/UICGmailNews .

    If you have questions or need help making these changes, please contact our helpdesk at consult@uic.edu or 312-413-0003.

  • Red background with white text, and a white image of a crown on the top (center).

    All the Best During Finals Week!

  • "Almost Sunrise" A Documentary Screening sponsored by Student Veteran Affairs, SVA, and VITAL: April 4th

  • The background is light pink with several headshots of the guest speakers that will be featured.

    alpha Kappa Delta Phi: Breast Cancer Awareness Signature Event! 10/22

  • Alternative Spring Break

    Do you enjoy volunteering?
    Join ASB! We volunteer locally in Chicago and also across the country during Winter and Spring Break!

    Want to know more?

    Our first General Meeting will be soon! 

    Check us out at
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASBUIC

    Website: http://www.asb-uic.org

    Twitter: @asbuic

    Location: 750 S. Halsted St. Room No. 475

    Email us at asbuic@gmail.com

  • Alternative Spring Break (ASB) Spring 2021 Trips--In person & Virtual

  • Alternative Spring Break Winter Trips! (Announcement Meetings--10/28 and 10/29)

  • Alumni and Friends Outreach Center Hiring for Fall Semester

  • Alumni Exchange Virtual Event: The Future of Aging: How Technology Enhances Older-Adult Care Across the Globe (June 24)

  • Alumni in Law: A Panel Discussion with UIC Alumni, Mon 2/27

  • Alumni in the Law Networking Event, Tues. 4/8

    Are you considering law school?

    Come interact with UIC alumni who are practicing attorneys! During a speed networking session, you will have the chance to talk with several successful alumni about taking the LSAT, succeeding in law school, possible career paths, and other relevant topics. Don’t miss a great opportunity to discuss the legal field with alumni who are eager to share their advice and experiences with you!

    Date: Tues. 4/8
    Time: 5:30 - 6:00: Light Reception
             6:00 - 7:30: Networking Sessions
    Place: Ft. Dearborn Room, 3rd Floor, SCE

    To RSVP: Please email the Pre-Law Advisor at afaleti@uic.edu by Friday, April 4.  Please include "Alumni in the Law RSVP" in your email, along with your name, class year, and major. 

    This event is sponsored by the College of LAS Alumni Association, the UIC Honors College, and the LAS Pre-Law Office.

     

  • The background color is light pink with various polka dots. There is an image of a menstrual cup filled with flowers on the left side of the page with the words "Blood Buds" written on it.

    A Menstruation Conversation for Everyone (Get a free menstrual cup!) (2/19)

  • American Academy of Pediatrics Internship

    The Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP) is an organization of approximately 1,800 pediatricians in Illinois. Primary activities include advocacy on behalf of children, families, and health professionals in Illinois; the provision of continuing medical education and other resources for pediatricians, pediatric specialists, and other child health care providers, and collaboration with other state organizations and agencies on programs and projects that improve the health and well-being of children.

    FIELDWORK/INTERNSHIP ACTIVITIES CAN INCLUDE: - Data assessment/evaluation - Assisting with the development of policy briefs/recommendations - Developing and posting content for website, social media (including Facebook and Twitter), and e-newsletters - Assisting with grant writing/applications/reporting - Coordination of meetings and communications with partners - Preparing and delivering presentations (public speaking) - Staffing committee/workgroup meetings

    See the document below for more information about internship opportunities.

    Questions can be directed to egroenewegen@illinoisaap.com

  • American Anthropological Association: Internship opportunities in museums, non-profits, parks, etc.

    See the American Anthropological Association website for a list of internships in museums, nonprofits, parks, etc.

    http://www.aaanet.org/resources/students/undergraduates.cfm

  • American Bullion Scholarship Program, Apply by 10/31/15

    American Bullion believes in the value of education and encourages students to improve their knowledge of tangible assets. In early 2014, American Bullion launched its first annual Scholarship Program to help students achieve their educational goals. Over 900 applications were received, and a total of 10 scholarships were awarded: five high school scholarships and five college scholarships.

    Eligibility: 

    Applicant must be a currently enrolled, full-time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university within the United States. Winners will be asked to provide a valid student ID, transcript, or other proof of enrollment before receiving their winnings. This scholarship is not open to high school students entering college. Applicant must be a legal resident of the United States or hold a valid U.S. student visa. Scholarship essay must be a minimum of 500 words, maximum of 1,000 words. One submission per person, per year. Applications that fail to meet the above requirements will be disregarded.

    For more info, please visit: https://www.americanbullion.com/scholarship/ 

    Application Deadline: October 31, 2015

  • American Chemistry Society Scholarships for Underrepresented Students, Due 3/1

    Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. Deadline: 1 March, http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars.html

  • American Diabetes Association Volunteer Opportunities

    Are you or a loved one affected by diabetes or related complications?  Do you want to help those that are affected by diabetes and make a difference in your community?  Would you like to gain meaningful experience and build professional skills to boost your resume?

    If your answer is YES to any one of the questions, come join us!

    At the American Diabetes Association, we are dedicated to changing the future of diabetes by spearheading a national movement that invites people to help confront and fight diabetes. Our ultimate goal is to Stop Diabetes® — once and for all. We cannot achieve this goal alone. Your dedication and passion are critical to strengthening our movement and realizing our mission: to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

    Your involvement as an American Diabetes Association volunteer— whether on a local or national level — will help us expand our community outreach and impact, inspire healthy living, intensify our advocacy efforts, raise critical dollars to fund our mission, and uphold our reputation as the moving force and trusted leader in the diabetes community.

    Please fill out the volunteer form and we will contact you with more information about our volunteer opportunities. Simply just click on the following link to access the form: http://goo.gl/forms/WZyKAVlCOR

    Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Elizabeth Umunna at 312-346-1805 Ext. 6553 or email with inquiries to eumunna@diabetes.org .

  • "America Needs You” Fellowship Program for first-generation college freshmen, Apply by Tues. 3/31

    Career Services and the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs has been working with America Needs You (ANY), a fellowship program for first generation college freshmen.  The fellowship offers students a mentor coach, professional development grants, and access to prestigious companies in Chicago.    On March 31st, ANY will be hosting professionals from various industries at a career panel from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Student Center East.  Encourage interested students to attend as this should be an excellent networking opportunity.

    The application deadline for this program is March 31st.   Additional details are below. Samantha Robinson is the ANY Illinois Program Coordinator---please don't hesitate to reach out to her for any additional questions.

    Applications <https://www.americaneedsyou.org/fellow-application/> are due March 31, 2015 and are open to first-generation college freshmen. Program participants receive:

    *         Individualized support from a Mentor Coach

    *         Up to $2,000 in professional development grants

    *         Internship search support and connections

    *         Free business attire

    *         Opportunities to network with leading industry professionals

    Get a first-hand taste of what it's like to be in the America Needs You Fellows Program by attending a career panel on Tuesday, March 31st from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at UIC Student Center East. You'll have the opportunity to meet professionals from a variety of industries and learn about their workplaces and journeys to success as well as learn about the ANY Program. RSVP here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/america-needs-you-career-panel-and-information-session-tickets-16162141400>.

    For more information on ANY, visit www.americaneedsyou.org<http://www.americaneedsyou.org/

    Applications close on March 31, 2015, so don't wait, apply now!

    Please contact Thy Nguyen in Career Services (thy@uic.edu or 312-996-2300) or Samantha Robinson, Program Coordinator for America Needs You (Samantha.robinson@americaneedsyou.org or 872-202-0504) with any questions.

  • America Needs You Fellows Program (for current first-year students) – UIC Info Session on 11/6 at 3pm

  • American Marketing Association--UIC Chapter Meeting (1/19)

  • American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) Info Session, 9/26 at 5:30pm

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

    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.

  • American Physiological Society Video Contest, Deadline 12/15

    Hey videographers, start thinking about your video submission for APS Presents…Phantastic Physiology Voyage: "Function Follows Form" video contest! Open to undergrad and grad students. 1st place winner(s) will also receive additional funding to support travel-related expenses to attend EB (NEW). Application deadline: Dec. 15th. http://www.the-aps.org/mm/Education/Undergraduate/Student-Awards-and-Events/Physiology-Video-Contest/Application-Information

  • American Psychological Association Research Grants for Undergrads

    The American Psychological Association has many research awards and funding opportunities that undergraduate students in psychology and other disciplines can apply for.  View the site below for more information: 

    http://www.apa.org/related.aspx?query=PageID:7-194256-64&fq=DocumentTypeFilt:%22Scholarship/Grant/Award%22

  • American Red Cross Internship Program

    The American Red Cross invites exceptional undergraduate and graduate students from many diverse backgrounds to join us in a variety of internship programs that introduce young leaders to the mission of the Red Cross. Our engaging internship programs give students real-world work experience by involving them in projects critical to the day-to-day work of our organization.

    While there are some internship opportunities available during the school year, the majority of our internships are offered during our summer program. The summer program offers ten-week paid or unpaid internship opportunities at the Red Cross national headquarters office in Washington, D.C., as well as at more than 500 Red Cross units located across the U.S.

    Summer 2015
    Dates of program: June 8 through August 14, 2015
    Job Postings Begin: December 1, 2014

    Fall 2015
    Dates of program: September through December
    Job Postings Begin: April 1, 2015

    Learn more and apply for positions at http://www.redcross.org/support/get-involved/internship-program

  • American Red Cross - Latino Outreach and International Services Internship

    Have you ever had an interest in the work that the American Red Cross does? Are you looking to improve your leadership and organizational skills? If you would like to help make a direct difference in the Latino communities near you, please consider applying.

    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2teymuTDpXVd3NCVGN6TmRadkE/view?usp=sharing

    Interested Juniors and Seniors should send an email to Alma Blancarte at alma.blancarte@redcross.org with an introduction to themselves, and resume. 

  • American-Scandinavian Foundation Awards Due 11/1

    Interested in carrying out a research, study or creative arts project in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and/or Sweden? Consider applying for a American-Scandinavian Foundation fellowship (up to $23,000) or grant (up to $5,000). 

    This opportunity is open to United States citizens or permanent residents who have completed their undergraduate education by the start of their project in Scandinavia. Team projects are eligible, but each member must apply as an individual, submitting a separate, fully-documented application. Learn more at http://www.amscan.org/grants_americans.html and contact OSSP if you’re interested in applying. Deadline: November 1st.

  • American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Student Hill Day, Apply by 3/29

    The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is now accepting applications for our annual Student/Postdoc Hill Day! Every year, the ASBMB brings trainees from across the country to meet with their Congressional leaders in Washington, D.C. This fully-funded opportunity gives trainees the chance to help promote scientific research by directly interacting with policymakers. The deadline to apply is March 29. The event will be April 27-28.

    You can significantly affect the debate over the importance of research funding. Congressional leaders look forward to meeting with residents from their district and rely upon input from their constituents when making decisions. In describing your research, you can highlight the importance and successes of your research, discuss the impact of federally funded research on human health and establish a personal connection with your representative and his/her staff.

    Arriving on Wednesday, April 27, participants will take part in an orientation session focused on the federal budget process and communicating with members of Congress. On Thursday, April 28, participants will travel to Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress, before departing onFriday, April 29. In exchange for your time and efforts, we provide transportation, lodging and meals during your stay in Washington, D.C.

    If you are an undergraduate, graduate student or postdoc interested in this opportunity, please fill out and submit a Hill Day application form. If you are a PI with trainees who may be interested in the ASBMB Hill Day, we would appreciate you passing this letter on.

    If you have any questions, please contact ASBMB Science Policy Fellow Sarah Martin. Applicants will be notified the last week of March if they will be invited to participate.

    Thank you very much for your efforts. We look forward to reviewing your application and seeing you in Washington this April!

    Ben Corb

    Director, ASBMB Office of Public Affairs

    11200 Rockville Pike, Suite 302  Rockville, MD 20852 www.asbmb.org

  • American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Chapter's First UIC Meeting! – Feb 11

  • American Student Dental Association Pre-Dental Week, 2/21 - 2/27

    The American Student Dental Association is celebrating National Predental Week (February 21-27).

    Predentals are invited to register for these free webinars from ASDA:

    Scholarships 101: Federal programs for aspiring dental students
    Feb. 23, 7:00-8:30 p.m. CT
    This webinar will help you have a greater understanding of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and U.S. military's Health Professions Scholarship programs (HPSP) and aid you in becoming a better applicant.

    Hot Topics: Midlevel providers and licensure
    Feb. 24, 7-8:30 p.m. CT
    This webinar will introduce these two complex issues and help you gain an understanding that will aid you during dental school interviews.

    Become an ASDA predental member this week for special benefits: Join ASDA through this Saturday, Feb. 27, to be eligible for prizes, including an Apple iPad Mini, $250 Best Buy gift card and $100 Amazon gift card. You’ll also have immediate access to member benefits including the “Getting into Dental School” handbook, predental checklists, interview tips, personal statement advice, shadowing guide and more.

    ASDA chapters and predental clubs across the country are putting on events this week. Visit www.ASDAnet.org/predentalweek to see what events are happening near you.

    To register for the free webinars and to become an ASDA member visit: www.ASDAnet.org/predentalweek.

    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Brian Jones at 312-440-2841 or via e-mail at Brian@ASDAnet.org.

  • American University School of International Studies Info Session – Oct 4

  • America Reads Tutoring Opportunity

  • AmeriCorps Opportunity for Recent Graduates

  • AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer for the 2021-2022 academic year (Deadline 5/1)

  • A Message from the Dean

  • A Message from the Dean: Updates on Immigration Policies and the UIC Campus

  • A message to the UIC Student Body regarding Academic Integrity

  • Amgen Scholars Biotechnology research summer program, Apply by Mon. 2/1

    Harvard University is one of ten U.S. institutions that again will be offering a ten-week Amgen Scholars Program in the summer of 2016.  The Harvard-Amgen program, with an emphasis on biotechnology research, affords a diverse cohort of rising undergraduate juniors and seniors the opportunity to work in laboratories of faculty across the Harvard universe, including the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Division of Medical Sciences at Harvard Medical School. In addition to an engaging, formative research experience, Harvard-Amgen Scholars will live among the 400 undergraduates residents of the Harvard Summer Undergraduate Research Village community in one of the historic Houses along the Charles River. 

    The deadline to submit complete applications is Monday, February 1, 2016.  More information about the Harvard-Amgen Scholars Program, including profiles of last year’s cohort, along with eligibility criteria and instructions to apply may be found here:  http://uraf.harvard.edu/amgen-scholars.  The Amgen Scholars Program website, which includes information about all of the U.S. and international programs available this coming summer may be found here: www.amgenscholars.com.  

    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at gllacer@fas.harvard.edu

    Gregory A. Llacer
    Director, Harvard College Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships (URAF)
    Director, Harvard College Program for Research in Science and Engineering (PRISE)
    Harvard University  |  77 Dunster Street  |  Cambridge, MA  02138  |  617.384-7995
    http://uraf.harvard.edu  

  • Amgen Scholars Program at Harvard University, Apply by Wed. Feb. 1

    Harvard University is one of ten U.S. institutions that again will be offering a ten-week Amgen Scholars Program in the summer of 2017.  The Harvard-Amgen program, with an emphasis on biotechnology research, affords a diverse cohort of rising undergraduate juniors and seniors the opportunity to work in the laboratories of faculty across the Harvard universe, including the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Division of Medical Sciences at Harvard Medical School. In addition to an engaging, formative research experience, Harvard-Amgen Scholars will live among the 400 undergraduates residents of the Harvard Summer Undergraduate Research Village community in one of the historic Houses along the Charles River. 

    The deadline to submit complete applications is Monday, February 1, 2017.  More information about the Harvard-Amgen Scholars Program, including profiles of last years cohort, along with eligibility criteria and instructions to apply may be found here:  http://uraf.harvard.edu/amgen-scholars .  The Amgen Scholars Program website, which includes information about all of the U.S. and international programs available this coming summer may be found here:  www.amgenscholars.com .  Of course, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me (Greg Llacer) directly at gllacer@fas.harvard.edu .  

    Information on other Amgen Scholars programs: http://www.amgenscholars.com/

  • A moment of silence for Mike Brown at the UIC Quad, Mon. 8/25

    All students are invited to join a vigil on Monday, August 25th at 10am on the quad (UIC) as a group of students hold a silent mournful vigil to remember the unarmed teenager, Michael Brown, who was killed in Ferguson, MO on August 9th.  Ferguson has become 'ground zero' for opposition to racism and injustice.  The aim of this vigil is to commemorate Mike Brown, and also to use this energy as a call to action for unity amongst the Black community and unity within the campus as well.

    The vigil is expected to last for about one hour.  Wear black if you can. 

  • Among Us Marathon with HCAB (10/23)

  • "Among Us" Tournament (Amazon gift card for winner!) (3/15)

  • AMONG US TOURNAMENT (Amazon gift card for winner!) (4/20)

  • Ampersand Blog Contest EXTENDED! Submit by Wed. 4/8 for a chance to win $100!

    Do you have something to share with the Honors College community? Write a blog entry for the Ampersand and you could win a $100 gift card to the UIC Bookstore!

    The Ampersand is  looking for students to write about their experiences as UIC Honors College students and to share their ideas through the Honors College student blog. Write about any of the three prompts below to submit an entry to our blog contest:

    1.   Describe your most meaningful Honors Activity experience.

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

    3.   Describe your ideal UIC. How do or can the administrators, faculty, and other students of the Honors College support that vision?

    Blogs are typically 400-600 words in length and will be evaluated on quality of writing. The winner will be determined by Honors College staff.  See the attached document for full details and guidelines.

    The deadline for the blog contest is Wednesday, April 8th by 5:00 PM. Submissions should be emailed to uicampersand@gmail.com.

  • Ampersand Editor Application

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

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

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

  • Ampersand GBM announcement, 2/25 at 4PM

    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!