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  • Understanding the Earth to Save the Earth: Environmental Career Paths, Tues. 11/15

    Nov 14, 2016 11:15 am57 views

    Understanding the Earth to Save the Earth: Environmental Career Paths

    Professor Roy Plotnick, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

    Tuesday, November 15
    4:00-5:00 pm
    121 Burnham Hall

    Our environment – the Earth system we live in and depend on – is increasingly being altered by human activity, bringing a new and urgent dimension to the study of Earth and environmental sciences. Our understanding of Earth processes provides essential information on critical natural resources like water, air, and soil; the materials needed for innovative construction, manufacturing, and technology; and the framework for exploring other planets, moons, and beyond.  Careers  using a major in Earth and environmental science are many, including basic science, law, public health and policy, medicine, and engineering. Current projections are for strong growth in employment with jobs paying well above average.

    RSVP by Tuesday, November 15 at noon at http://go.uic.edu/Environment

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

    This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

  • Future of Chicago Lecture Series

    Nov 9, 2016 6:30 pm87 views

    The annual “Future of Chicago” lecture series brings civic leaders to examine issues with students and the community.

    Topics focus on the social, economic and political conditions of the Chicago metropolitan region. Former Chicago alderman Dick Simpson, professor of political science, moderates the series, hosted by the department of political science since 1976.

    The lectures are noon to 12:50 p.m. in Lecture Center C3.

    Upcoming Lectures:

    Monday 11/14: UIC Professor Emeritus Dennis Judd: "Mayor Richard M. Daley"

    Wednesday 11/16: Civic Lab Founder Tom Tresser: "Why Chicago Isn't Broke"

    For more information, please contact Professor Dick Simpson at(312) 413-3780 or via email simpson@uic.edu

    Sponsors:Department of Political Science, Political Science Student Union, Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement, Office of Student Leadership Development and Volunteer Services, Honors College

  • DEADLINE Extended: Fall Honors College Research Symposium, Register by Fri. 11/11

    Nov 9, 2016 5:00 pm384 views

    Are you completing your Honors Capstone this semester? Are you looking for somewhere to present your research project? The Honors College is excited to announce the Fall 2016 Honors College Research Symposium. This will be a poster presentation event where Honors College students can present their research.

    Date: Monday, November 21, 2016
    Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m. (presenters must arrive at 3:00 p.m. to set up and remain for the entire event)
    Location: 302 SCE

    DEADLINE EXTENDED: To register as a presenter at this event, complete the registration form by Friday, November 11, 2016: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/4215875 

    Please contact Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu for additional information.

  • December 2016 Graduates: Complete HC Graduation Declaration Form, Apply to be Student Speaker

    Nov 7, 2016 4:00 pm35 views

    REMINDER:  Please complete the Honors College Graduation Declaration and Convocation Reservation if you have not already!  This form is required whether or not you plan to attend the Honors College Convocation.

    The Honors College Convocation will take place on Wednesday, December 7, (during final exam week) at 7:00 p.m. in the Illinois Room of Student Center East.  We are excited to welcome the Dr. Mrinalini “Meena” Rao, Professor of Physiology and Biophysics, as our keynote speaker.

    Please let us know whether or not you will attend the Convocation by completing and submitting the Graduation Declaration to the Honors College as soon as possible.  The form is available on our website at https://www.honors.uic.edu/convocation.  On the form, you’re asked for information about your accomplishments and future plans – don’t be shy! Give us as much detailed information as possible.  This gives us the opportunity to recognize these accomplishments during the convocation ceremony and to “brag” to the rest of the world about our outstanding Honors College students. 

    In addition, you may want to consider the following opportunity:

    STUDENT SPEAKER:  DUE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11

    If you would like to be considered for our Graduating Student Speaker, please submit a draft of what you would say in your address to Stephanie O’Leary by Friday, November 11.  You should plan on speaking for 3-5 minutes.  You may submit your draft by email to soleary@uic.edu or on paper; just drop it off at the reception desk in Burnham Hall if you choose the latter.

  • HCAB presents Fundamentals Of Undergraduate Research 11/9

    Nov 7, 2016 9:00 am87 views

    To all students looking to acquire more information regarding Undergraduate Research, Dr. Sara Hall, the Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research will be sharing about the "Fundamentals of Undergraduate Research" in her presentation that will include the following topics: The Research University and You, Finding a Research Mentor, Finding Funding for your Undergraduate Research, Where, When, and Whether to Present and Publish, and finally Contextualizing the Capstone. This session will be held in 114 Burnham Hall on November 9th and will be occurring from 5-7 pm. For any further questions please feel free to contact Austin Nguyen at Anguye67@uic.edu

  • Special Invitation to Lunch with Congressman Mike Quigley, Wed. 11/9

    Nov 4, 2016 6:30 pm71 views

    Lecture and Lunch with Congressman Mike Quigley, Wednesday 11/9

    Congressman Mike Quigley will be coming to UIC the day after the election.  Want to discuss current events, the election, or the future of Chicago with the Congressman?  Come to his lecture and/or lunch to engage in discussion!

    Congressman Quigley is the US Representative for Illinois’ 5th congressional district, which includes most of Chicago’s north side as well as several western suburbs. 

    Lecture: "The Role of the Federal Government in Chicago’s Future", 12:00 - 12:50 pm in Lecture Center C1

    Lunch with Congressman Quigley: 1:00 - 1:50 pm in 114 BH.  RSVP for the lunch by Sunday 11/6 at https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/3756926

    Each lunch is limited to 25 students and RSVP is required for lunch.  (All students are welcome to attend the lectures without RSVP’ing.)  If max capacity is reached for lunch, students will be notified. Students who plan on attending the lunch are strongly encouraged to attend the lecture beforehand to be prepared to engage in discussion with our guest.  Because space is limited, it is important that you commit to attending the lunch if you register. 

    Additional events in the Future of Chicago Lecture Series can be found in the attached flier.

    Contact Sara Mehta (srmehta@uic.edu) or Nikki Gottleib (gottleib@uic.edu) with any questions!

  • Tasty Talks with Career Services

    Nov 3, 2016 1:45 pm20 views

    Join us on November 9th from 12 PM -1 PM in Burnham Hall 121 for a Tasty Talk with Career Services! From planning to networking, discovering to connecting, ideas and resources you can use to get inspired and take action! You bring the questions, we'll bring the refreshments. 

  • Volunteer Service Activity with HCAB!

    Oct 31, 2016 8:30 am85 views

    Come join HCAB for a fun night of crafts and volunteering! On November 2nd from 5-7 pm in the Honors College lounge, relax, mingle, and help make cards for Veterans! Veterans and individuals on active duty all deserve to know they are appreciated. They have done so much for our country, and the least we can do is thank them.  Contact Kajal Sachdev at ksachdev3@uic.edu with questions. 

  • HCAB Faculty-Student Luncheon

    Oct 17, 2016 5:00 pm86 views

    Join HCAB at this semester's FACULTY-STUDENT LUNCHEON! Held in the Honors College on October 19th from 11:30-1:30, bring your I Card and enjoy a free boxed lunch from Qdoba. We encourage you to invite your Faculty Fellow, Core instructor, or another faculty member to attend with you!  A dessert option will be available for purchase for $1.

    Questions? Contact Kajal Sachdev at ksachd3@uic.edu. 

  • Lecture and Lunch with 14th Ward Alderman Edward Burke, Mon. 10/17

    Oct 7, 2016 8:30 am42 views

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

     

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Contact Sara Mehta (srmehta@uic.edu) for additional information.

  • Applying to Graduate Schools in the Humanities with Dean Keen, Tues. 10/4

    Oct 3, 2016 5:45 pm49 views

    Applying to Graduate Schools in the Humanities
    Dean Ralph Keen, Professor of History and Dean of the Honors College

    Tuesday, October 4
    3:30 - 4:30 pm
    121 Burnham Hall

    What does a strong application to graduate school look like?  Professor Ralph Keen, Dean of the Honors College and Professor of History, has evaluated many graduate admissions applications over the years and thus has excellent advise to share.  He will provide insight and answer your questions about the best ways to begin searching and applying to graduate programs in humanities subjects.  Join us to hear the inside scoop about graduate school admissions directly from an expert who has seen it all -- on both sides of the admissions process.

    RSVP by Tuesday, October 4 at http://go.uic.edu/Humanities.

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

    This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. View the full workshop series here: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/406122/94071.pdf. 

  • Chicago Signature Honors Program Fall Schedule Announced! RSVP now!

    Sep 28, 2016 3:45 pm330 views

    The Chicago Signature Honors Program Fall schedule is out!  Chicago Signature Honors Programming invites UIC Honors students to experience amazing cultural and educational opportunities outside of class at no cost to the student!

    Check out the event with the next upcoming RSVP deadline:

    Thursday, November 17th : The Secret in the Wings at the UIC Theatre (RSVP by 5pm Friday, 9/30)

    See http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/ for more details and a full list of events for the fall semester.  Please note that RSVP deadlines are coming up soon!

    Questions? Contact Dr. Brianna Noll at bnoll2@uic.edu. 

  • Capstone General Information Workshops, Thurs. 9/29

    Sep 28, 2016 4:00 am268 views

    Questions about your Capstone?  Unsure how to get started?  Come to a Capstone General Information Workshop!

    Upcoming Workshop dates:

    Thursday, 9/29, 3:30-4:30 pm, 121 BH

    The General Capstone Information Session provides an opportunity for you to learn more about the Capstone requirement, brainstorm possible topics or ideas for your Capstone, and talk with an Honors College Associate Dean about your Capstone.  This workshop is intended for everyone from seniors starting on their Capstones now to freshmen who want to learn more about the requirement to be prepared forthe future.  

    If you have questions, contact Associate Dean Sloan Williams (sloanw@uic.edu). 

  • UIC Open House Volunteers Needed on Sat. 9/24

    Sep 16, 2016 5:15 pm62 views

    The annual UIC Open House event will be on Saturday, 9/24, when thousands of prospective students and families come to campus.  Most campus buildings (including the Honors College) are open and there are presentations and demonstrations happening throughout the day.  It’s a fun event!

    We are in need of student volunteers for the event to talk with prospective students and families about UIC, the Honors College, and your experience here. 

    If you are interested, please sign up to volunteer here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/6247733  We particularly need more volunteers from 8-10am and 12pm-2pm.

  • Dean Keen’s Office Hours, Tuesday 8/30 at 2pm (with cookies!)

    Aug 29, 2016 4:00 pm175 views

    Dean Keen will be hosting his first office hours for the semester tomorrow!  Honors College students are invited to stop in and visit with him, and enjoy some cookies!  Stop by his office in the first floor of Burnham Hall to say hi between 2:00 - 3:00 pm tomorrow (Tuesday, August 30).

  • Honors College Spring 2016 Convocation, Wed. 5/4

    May 2, 2016 5:30 pm220 views

    Please feel free to come say congratulations to your graduating friends at the Honors College Spring 2016 Convocation ceremony tonight!

    Wednesday, May 4, 2016
    7:00 pm
    UIC Forum

    This year’s key note address is being given by Dr. Janeta Tansey, a psychiatrist with Virtue Medicine PC.  The Student Speaker is Viveka Patel, and the Alumni Message will be given by Jennifer Solheim.

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

  • Chicago Signature Honors Program: Interactive Capoeira Workshop with Dr. Lindsay, RSVP by Mon. 4/25

    Apr 22, 2016 4:00 pm137 views

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

    Interactive Capoeira Workshop with Dr. Lindsay

    Friday, April 29, 6:00 pm

    Due to the success of our Fall Semester workshop, United Capoeira Association-Chicago invites you again to experience the excitement of Capoeira.  Capoeira is an African Brazilian martial art that incorporates self-defense with dance, music,  and acrobatics.  It crosses many facets of personal expression, while developing a strong sense of community. Brazilian native and Capoeira Master, Mestre Calango, and Dr. Lindsay will lead a fun and exciting introductory class that will cover the basic movements, history, and music. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes suitable for a full body workout. RSVP today!

    Friend Capoeira UCA and/or Like UCA Chicago, L3c on Facebook

    www.ucachicago.com

    Location:

    Village Leadership Academy

    1001 W. Roosevelt Road

     

    Our policy is here, so please read it BEFORE YOU RSVP: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/policy

    ***RSVP by Monday, April 25th here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/7418745 

    Questions?  Contact Dr. Lindsay (vlinds1@uic.edu). View the full schedule of events for the semester here: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/   

  • Cutie’s Office Hours with Physiology and Biophysics Prof. Jesus Garcia-Martinez, Thurs. 4/21

    Apr 20, 2016 4:15 pm33 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday at 8pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    Please come join us to share your fun stories with other residents and with Cutie and Yuki :) We will also have Physiology & Biophysics Professor Jesús Garcia-Martinez (http://www.physiology.uic.edu/faculty/index.html?fac=jesusgarciamartinez&cat=active) join us!

    As always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup.

    Hope to see you this Thursday at C226 at 8:00!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Cutie's Office Hours with AARCC Director Mark Martell, Thurs. 4/14

    Apr 13, 2016 6:15 pm35 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday at 8pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    Dr. Mark Martell, Director of Asian American Resource and Cultural Center (http://news.uic.edu/new-director-to-lead-asian-american-resource-and-cultural-center) will join Cutie's Office Hours this Thursday (4/14) at JST C226! 

    Please stop by to meet and chat with Dr. Martell! Of course, do come and mingle with everyone and with Cutie and Yuki :) 

    As always, we will have Frango chocolates, fruit tea, ice cream, and chicken soup. We may also have cucumber salad for you to enjoy!

    Hope to see you this Thursday at C226 at 8:00!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Wednesdays with HCAB Game Night, 4/13

    Apr 11, 2016 8:45 am26 views

    This Wednesday, April 13th 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

  • Publications Release Party, Wed. 4/13

    Apr 11, 2016 5:00 am177 views

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

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

    The Ampersand, the official student-run Honors College newsletter

    The Asterisk, a political satire newsletter

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

    Red Shoes Review, a literary and arts magazine

    UIC OneWorld, a social justice and global affairs magazine

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

    Light refreshments will be provided.  RSVP’s are requested but not required by Friday, April 8 at https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/4577089 .  Contact Sara Mehta at srmehta@uic.edu with any questions.

  • Cutie's Office Hours with UIC Police Officer Canizales, Thurs. 4/7

    Apr 6, 2016 3:30 pm61 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday at 8pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    How about meeting your campus police officer Canizales at Cutie's Office Hours, and have a personal chat over tea, Frango chocolates, and ice cream? 

    Curious about what a policeman's routine looks like? What are some of the most challenging aspects of their duties? How do they help maintain campus security? You can ask Officer Canizales these and any additional questions! 

    Hope to see you this Thursday at C226 at 8:00!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Join HCAB & the Honors College Diversity Committee for an academic discussion on the Flint, Michigan Water Crisis!

    Apr 4, 2016 7:00 pm23 views

    What are the real issues behind the Flint, Michigan Water Crisis? Wednesday, April 6th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in 114BH, find out more about the scientific and discriminatory complications that the people of Flint had to suffer through. Be able to express your thoughts and opinions during this academic discussion with other fellow Honors College students and faculty! Any questions should be directed towards Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu.

  • Save the Date: HCAB Faculty-Student Luncheon, Wed. 4/6

    Apr 4, 2016 5:15 pm358 views

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

    Wed., April 6
    11:30 am - 1:30 pm
    Location: Honors College, First floor of Burnham Hall

    Free lunch from Panera!

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

  • Two Health Professions Events in JST, Thurs. 3/31

    Mar 30, 2016 5:15 pm96 views

    Honors students, especially those interested in health-related studies/professions, will enjoy two programs at JST this Thursday!

    7-8 p.m. in the JST Training Room

    "Pathway to Careers in Health Professions" (an Interactive session with UIC health professions faculty and students)

    8-9 p.m. at JST C226, Dean Chang's apartment

    "Cutie's Office Hours" (come meet Prof. Eric Swirsky to chat more about ethics in health information while tasting chocolate, fruit tea, and cucumber salad!)

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

  • Cutie's Office Hours with Biology Prof. Dubreuil, Thurs. 3/17

    Mar 16, 2016 4:00 pm16 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday at 8pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    Biology Professor Ronald Dubreuil (http://bios.uic.edu/bios/people/faculty/ron-dubreuil) will join Cutie's Office Hours this Thursday (3/17) at JST C226! Please stop by to mingle with everyone and with Cutie and Yuki :) 

    As always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup. We may also have homemade pies for you to enjoy!

    Hope to see you this Thursday!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Honors Activity Info Sessions, 3/10 - 3/16

    Mar 14, 2016 5:15 pm112 views

    Fall course registration is coming up in April. It is also a good time to start thinking about Honors Activities for next year. Do you know about all of your options? Confused on if an activity you’re planning could be an Honors Activity?

    To help you navigate this process the Honors Ambassadors will be hosting information sessions to learn about all of the opportunities and to hear what others have done. While these sessions are targeted at first year students, all Honors College students are welcome to attend. Sessions will be held in 121 BH at the following times:

    Thursday, March 10, 2-3pm

    Friday, March 11, 10-11am

    Tuesday, March 15, 11am-12pm

    Wednesday, March 16, 4-5pm

    Events to be held in campus housing are in the works. Keep an eye out for more information!

    As always, feel free to consult with your Honors College Academic Advisor if you have any questions about Honors College requirements.

  • Join HCAB & the Honors College Diversity Committee for an academic discussion on the Flint, Michigan Water Crisis

    Mar 14, 2016 12:00 pm31 views

    What are the real issues behind the Flint, Michigan Water Crisis? Wednesday, March 16th from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in 114BH, find out more about the scientific and discriminatory complications that the people of Flint had to suffer through. Be able to express your thoughts and opinions during this academic discussion with other fellow Honors College students and faculty! Any questions should be directed towards Celine Dalde at cdalde2@uic.edu.

  • Law Student Alumni Panel Discussion, Wed. 3/16

    Mar 14, 2016 10:15 am56 views

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

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

    Featured Speakers:

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

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

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

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

    A UIC Pre-Law Society Event

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

    Questions? Contact Christopher Kooy at ckooy2@uic.edu

  • Phi Kappa Phi Lecture: The Arts in Higher Education: Bringing Meaning to Life

    Mar 11, 2016 8:30 am19 views

    The Arts in Higher Education: Bringing Meaning to Life

    With actor and UIC faculty member Yasen Peyankov

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

    All members of the campus community are invited.

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

    Questions? Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu.

  • Faculty Fellow Relationship Workshop, Thurs. 3/10

    Mar 9, 2016 6:00 pm79 views

    All first-year students will be assigned a Faculty Fellow by the summer after your freshman year.  Come to this interactive workshop to learn more about the role of a Faculty Fellow, tips for communicating and building a relationship with your Fellow, and other advice and strategies for building a strong relationship with your Fellow. This workshop is designed primarily for first-year students and students who are new to the Honors College, but any Honors College student is welcome to attend.

    Thursday, March 10, 4:00 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

    Questions?  Contact Dean Murphy (tmurphy@uic.edu)

  • Cutie's Office Hours with Chemistry Prof. Aldrich, Thurs. 3/10

    Mar 9, 2016 10:00 am21 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday at 8pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    We will also have Chemistry Professor Leslie Aldrich (http://chem.uic.edu/chemistry/people/faculty/leslie-aldrich) join us!

    As always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup.

    Hope to see you this Thursday!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Open Office Hours for Capstone Questions, Wed. 3/9

    Mar 7, 2016 8:30 am160 views

    Capstone Crisis? Open Office Hours for Help

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

  • Cutie’s Office Hours with Managerial Studies Prof. Kohler: Special Topic: Faculty Fellow Relationships, Thurs. 3/3

    Mar 2, 2016 6:00 pm22 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday at 8pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    We will have Professor Bill Kohler, Managerial Studies and also an FIR for MRH, join us. Specifically, he will be talking about all aspects about how to maintain and manage relationships with your Fellows :)

    For those of you who have attended his Headlines and Hash Browns program or have taken his leadership seminar, you know how wonderful he is, both as professor and host!

    Please come join us for a fun and informative time while playing with Cutie and Yuki. As always, we will have Frango chocolates, fruit tea, ice cream, and hot soup.

    Hope to see you this Thursday!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Dean Keen’s Monday Office Hours Moved to 1pm

    Feb 26, 2016 8:00 am53 views

    Dean Keen will host office hours for Honors College students to stop in and visit with him on Monday 2/29 at 1pm (please note time change from the usual 2pm time).  Stop by his office in the first floor of Burnham Hall to say hi!  Questions?  Contact Dean Keen at rkeen01@uic.edu. 

  • Cutie's Office Hours with Dr. Nick Ardinger, Thurs. 2/25

    Feb 24, 2016 3:45 pm45 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    This week, we will have Dr. Nick Ardinger, Assistant Director for Academic Initiatives, Marketing & Assessment of Campus Housing, join us.

    Please come join us to share your stories with other residents and with Cutie and Yuki :) As always, we will have Frango chocolates, fruit tea, and soup.

    Hope to see you this Thursday!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

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

  • Cutie’s Office Hours: Summer Opportunities RoundTable, Thurs. 2/18 at 7:30 pm

    Feb 17, 2016 10:15 am68 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226.  See below for details on this week!

    Special session this week: Summer Opportunities Roundtable from 7:30 - 8:30 pm (note time change!)

    A group of your fellow Honors College students are coming to talk about the excellent things they have done with their summers so far and to share their advice as you search for summer opportunities this year.  We’ll have lots of information to help you decide what to do this summer, so come ask questions and hear about what others have done in summers past!

    And as always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup! 

    See you this Thursday!

    Your FIR (Faculty-in-Residence, Prof. Hui-Ching Chang) and your FIRs (Felines-in-Residence, Cutie and Yuki) :)

    Questions?  Contact Dean Chang at huiching@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

     

  • Chicago Signature Honors: The Flick and Richard III at Steppenwolf, RSVP by 2/15

    Feb 12, 2016 2:00 pm141 views

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

     

     

    WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23rd: Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play THE FLICK at Steppenwolf

    What? The Flick, written by Annie Baker and winner of the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, is about a small, run-down movie theatre, the friendships and heartbreaks of its employees, and their love of cinema. Time Out Chicagodescribes it as “a hypnotic, heartbreaking, micro-epic about movies and moving on.”

    When? Wednesday, March 23rd at 7:30

    Where? Steppenwolf Theater, 1650 N Halsted St.

    Why? It won the Pulitzer! It’s both funny and moving! It’s about movies! Why not?

    Please read our Policy here: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/policy/

    And then RSVP by Monday, February 15th here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/4692660

     

    THURSDAY, APRIL 14th at 8:00: Shakespeare’s Richard III at Steppenwolf

    What? Shakespeare’s Richard III performed by The Gift Theatre Company

    When? Thursday, April 14th at 6:00pm

    Where? Steppenwolf Theater, 1650 N Halsted St.

    Why? This year marks the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, and Chicago is sponsoring a number of performances of his plays to celebrate The Bard’s life and work. Richard III begins with the famous line, “Now is the winter of our discontent,” and traces the Machiavellian Richard’s rise to power and his very short reign as King of England.

    Please read our Policy here: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/policy/

    And then RSVP by Monday, February 15th here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/597470

     

    Questions?  Contact Dr. Noll (bnoll2@uic.edu) or Dr. Lindsay (vlinds1@uic.edu). View the full schedule of events for the semester here: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/   

  • Cutie's Office Hours, Thurs. 2/11

    Feb 10, 2016 12:30 pm29 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday between 8-9pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226. 

    There will not be a special guest this week.  Instead, we will be viewing some TED Talks videos while enjoying Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup.

    See you this Thursday at 8 at C226 (turn left just before you reach the C-tower elevator)!

    Questions?  Contact Dean Chang at huiching@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

  • Chicago Signature Honors Program: “Lines in the Dust” Dramatic Theatre, RSVP by 2/8

    Feb 5, 2016 5:30 pm324 views

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

    CHICAGO--ETA Creative Arts Foundation is proud to present Lines in the Dust, another Chicago Premiere by Pulitzer Prize nominated co-author, Nikkole Salter. When Denitra loses the charter school lottery for her daughter, she must find another way to escape from their underperforming neighborhood school. The answer seems like a risk well worth taking, but may end up requiring a bigger sacrifice than she ever could have imagined. It’s been over a half-century since Brown vs. The Board of Education. Lines in the Dust, questions how far we’ve come and more importantly, where we go from here.

    For more information call 773-752-3955 or visit www.etacreativearts.org

    Performance on Friday, February 19th at 8:00pm at the ETA Theatre, 7558 S. South Chicago Avenue.

    Please read our Policy here: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/policy/

    And then RSVP by Monday, February 8th here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/4404971

     

    Questions?  Contact Dr. Noll (bnoll2@uic.edu) or Dr. Lindsay (vlinds1@uic.edu). View the full schedule of events for the semester here: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/   

  • Chicago Signature Honors Program: Alvin Ailey American Dance, RSVP by Fri. 2/5

    Feb 3, 2016 4:45 pm75 views

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

    WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9th: Alvin Ailey American Dance

    “(Artistic Director Robert Battle) has already put his stamp on the company, having essentially taken it into the 21st century,” says the Chicago Tribune.  Wheeldon.  Dove.  Naharin.  McGregor.  And of course – Ailey himself. Since Battle took over the company in 2011, these are just a few of the choreographers Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has presented during their annual residency on our historic stage. The Auditorium Theatre has been Ailey’s Chicago home for over 46 years, and we are proud to present America’s Cultural Ambassador to the World."

    Location: Auditorium Theatre 50 E Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60605
    Time: 7:30pm

    Please read our Policy here: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/policy/

    And then RSVP by Friday, February 5th here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/2039653  

    Questions?  Contact Dr. Noll (bnoll2@uic.edu) or Dr. Lindsay (vlinds1@uic.edu). View the full schedule of events for the semester here: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/   

  • Dean Keen's Special Office Hours, Fri. 2/5 at 10am

    Feb 3, 2016 4:00 pm176 views

    Dean Keen will be hosting an additional office hour on Friday 2/5, from 10-11am.  There might be cookies, if he hasn’t eaten them all yet!  Stop by his office on the first floor of Burnham Hall to say hi, tell him about your semester, or ask questions about the Honors College.  

  • Cutie's Office Hours with Biology Prof. Teresa Orenic, Thurs. 2/4

    Feb 3, 2016 11:00 am37 views

    As the Faculty in Residence in James Stukel Towers, Dean Chang and her cats Cutie and Yuki host office hours every Thursday between 8-9pm in Dean Chang's apartment in JST C226. 

    We are very glad to have Biology Prof. Teresa Orenic (http://bios.uic.edu/bios/people/faculty/teresa-vales-orenic) join us!

    As always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup.

    See you this Thursday at 8 at C226 (turn left just before you reach the C-tower elevator)!

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

  • HC Coffee Hour: Social Justice and Law Enforcement Discussion, Thurs. 2/4

    Feb 3, 2016 9:15 am94 views

    Honors College Coffee Hour

    Hot Coffee and Cool Topics:

    Come Discuss: Social Justice and Law Enforcement

    Refreshments, Good Talk and Excellent Company

    Thursday, February, 4, 4-5pm BH 121

    Questions?  Contact Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu

  • 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

  • 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

  • Cutie’s Office Hours with OSSP Director Beth Powers, Thurs. 1/28

    Jan 27, 2016 9:00 am105 views

    Cutie's Office Hours will be held this Thursday (1/28) at JST C226! Please come join us to share your fun winter break stories with other residents and with Cutie and Yuki :) 

    We will also have Beth Powers, Director of the Office of Special Scholarship Programs (http://ossp.uic.edu/contact-us/), join us.

    As always, we will have Frango chocolates, tea, ice cream, and chicken soup.

    Hope to see you this Thursday!

    Your FIR at JST 

    Hui-Ching Chang, Ph.D.
    huiching@uic.edu 

  • Chicago Signature Honors Program: Romeo and Juliet at the Lyric Opera, RSVP Today!

    Jan 25, 2016 6:30 pm182 views

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

    What? Charles Gounod’s operatic adaptation of Shakespeare’s iconic play, Romeo and Juliet

    When? Thursday, February 25th at 2:00pm (an afternoon performance)

    Where? Lyric Opera of Chicago, Civic Opera Building, 20 N. Upper Wacker Dr.

    Why? It’s the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, and Chicago is celebrating the life and work of The Bard with a number of performances and adaptations of his work this year. The tale of star-crossed lovers is perfect for an operatic adaptation, and the music is stunning.

    Please read our Policy here: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/policy/

    And then RSVP by MONDAY, JANUARY 25th here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/1665848

    Questions?  Contact Dr. Noll (bnoll2@uic.edu) or Dr. Lindsay (vlinds1@uic.edu). View the full schedule of events for the semester here: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/