Honors College Announcements

blog posts

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
Fall 2018 Honors College Research Symposium and UIC Impact Day – Nov 19

Nov 15, 2018 4:00 pm87 views
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.
Ice Cream Social with HCAB, TODAY (3/15) at 5pm

Mar 13, 2017 2:00 pm85 views
2021 Honors College Ball: "New New Year" (4/10)

Apr 7, 2021 3:15 pm85 views
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.
Spring 2018 Honors Capstone Abstract Workshops

Feb 22, 2018 3:30 pm84 views
New Minor Available: Life Science Visualization – Info Session and Pizza Lunch on March 21

Mar 19, 2019 3:45 pm84 views
Fall 2018 Professional Development Series: Research Skills in Career Development – Oct 25

Oct 25, 2018 3:45 pm84 views
President Killeen's Visit to the Honors College – Thursday, February 8 at 10am

Feb 6, 2018 4:00 pm82 views
Chicago Signature Honors: Capoeira Workshop with Mestre Calango, Thurs. 4/24 (RSVP required by 4/20)

Apr 18, 2014 4:45 pm82 views

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 United Capoeira Association-Chicago on Facebook

www.ucachicago.com

Location:

Village Leadership Academy

800 S. Wells Suite 90

Chicago, IL 60607

Thursday April 24, 2014. RSVP Required by April 20.

View the website for more details and to register: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/2014/03/31/april-24-thursday-530-pm-capoera-workshop-with-mestre-calango/

Questions? Contact Dr. Lindsay at vlinds1@uic.edu.
Want to go abroad to study, research, or teach English after graduation? Fulbright Info Session, Thurs. 4/23

Apr 22, 2015 5:00 pm82 views

Immediately after World War II in 1946, Congress created the Fulbright Program, to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange. Students participate in English teaching or a self-designed program of study that can include research, university coursework, art projects, language study and more. The grants are available to over 150 countries, and generally provide round-trip transportation, language or orientation courses, maintenance for the academic year, and supplemental health and accident insurance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who hold a BA or BS by the beginning of the grant period. The UIC deadline will be early in the Fall semester of 2015 for the 2016-17 year, so now is the perfect time for Juniors to start exploring the option!

Fulbright Fellowship Panel of UIC alumni winners
Wednesday, April 22/ 12:30pm /650 University Hall
Lunch will be provided. RSVP is required at ssp@uic.edu.

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

Begin your research now…Fulbright Student Award: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Questions? Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu.
Honors College Publications Release Party! – April 25

Apr 25, 2019 4:00 pm82 views
Honors Capstone General Information Workshop, Mon. 2/3

Jan 31, 2014 7:45 am81 views

The Capstone Information Session Workshop 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 or Postdoctoral Fellow about your Capstone. This workshop is intended for everyone from Seniors starting on their Capstones now to freshman who want to learn more about the requirement to be prepared in the future.

The workshop will be held Monday, 2/3 from 3 - 4 pm in Burnham Hall 121 (Quiet Study Room).

If you have questions, contact Dean Chang (huiching@uic.edu) or Dean Hall (sahall@uic.edu).

Click on the post for a complete list of capstone workshops for the semester.
Chicago Signature Honors: Visit to Bridgeport Art Center, Sat. 3/8 (RSVP Required)

Mar 3, 2014 11:00 am80 views

WHAT: A visit to BRIDGEPORT ART CENTER.

WHEN: March 8, Saturday, 1 PM

WHY: Because Art Institute is not everything, and just because you have been to MCA does not mean you have seen it all. There are all sorts of exciting art and art spaces around the city. Let's pay a visit to Bridgeport Art Center, hear about Project Onward, which supports artists with disabilities, and talk to the artists themselves about their work.

RSVP DEADLINE: March 4.

DETAILS: ChicagoSignature.honors.uic.edu
Chicago Signature Honors: Flamenco! RSVP by Fri. 2/6

Feb 4, 2015 2:45 pm79 views

What: FLAMENCO!

Why: “Phenomenal dancer Sònia Sánchez channels the subconscious depth of flamenco, raw and unadorned, in Le Ça, her solo dance propelled by electric guitarist David Soler and vocalist Miguel Angel (“el Londro”). A magnetic presence with an extraordinary command of body and rhythm, Sánchez creates a flamenco language all her own with her prodigious music collaborators.” (MCA Website)

When: February 13, Friday, at 7:30 pm, Museum of Contemporary Art

DEADLINE TO RSVP: Feburary 6

GO HERE: https://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/2015/01/14/february-13-friday-at-730-pm-flamenco-at-museum-of-contemporary-art/
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)
Biological Sciences NSF-Capstone Poster Session, Fri. 5/1

Apr 29, 2015 12:15 pm79 views

Biological Sciences NSF-Capstone Poster Session

NSF-funded laboratories in the Department of Biological Sciences offer research opportunities for undergraduate students culminating in a report that satisfies the Honors Capstone Project. Come see the projects that current Honors students completed this year! This is a great way to see examples of Capstone projects in the Biological Sciences.

Date:               Friday, May 1, 2015

                        Time:              4:00 – 5:00 PM

                        Location:        Honors College Quiet Study

Presenters include:

Victor Ramirez — Alfonso Lab
“The Helix-Loop-Helix Transcription factor HLH-3 Plays a Fundamental Role in the Localization of Type-B Ray Tail Neurons”

Sundip Singh — Alfonso Lab
“Does the dosage of hlh-3 affect egg laying in the nematode C. elegans?”

Janette Remigio – McCutcheon Lab
“Localization and Characterization of a Novel Tetrahymena thermophila Centrin by Fluorescent Protein Fusions and Gene Knockout”

Beatrice Go – Morrison Lab
“Genome Editing by Natural Transformation in Streptococcus pneumoniae”

Carlos Montero — Warpeha Lab
“understanding cellular stress response by investigating human and arabidopsis pirin function”

Questions? Contact Dr. David Stone at dstone@uic.edu.
HCAB Fundraiser: Krispy Kreme Donuts at Honors College Luncheon – 10/11

Oct 10, 2017 3:45 pm79 views
Join the Dean for Pizza! Wed. 9/10

Sep 8, 2014 6:00 pm78 views

Pizza with Dean Bottoms on Wed. 9/10!

Stop by the Honors College Student Lounge on Wednesday, September 10 between 5:00 - 6:30 pm for pizza with the Dean! This is an informal time for you to talk with the Dean, tell her how your semester is going, and enjoy a piece of pizza together.

RSVP by Monday, September 8: http://rsvp.honors.uic.edu/office_hours.php. If you have any trouble submitting your rsvp, please e-mail Ms. Christina Ruiz at cruiz2@uic.edu
2014 Honors College Ball, Sat. 3/1

Jan 29, 2014 4:45 pm77 views

The Honors College Advisory Board (HCAB) and the Honors College Ball Committee, would like to invite you to attend the 21st Annual Honors College Ball!

Pyramids of Paradise – the 21st Annual Honors College Ball
Saturday, March 1, 2014
Holiday Inn – Mart Plaza
6pm – 12am

Tickets will be on sale at the Honors College daily from 10 - 2pm beginning Tuesday, February 4th. Student ticket price is $50 per ticket, and includes dinner and unlimited soft drinks. Highlights this year will include dancing, a silent auction to benefit the HCAB Scholarship fund, and a photo booth. Please stay tuned for Pre-ball contests, prizes, and opportunities! Contact Sarah Gardiner at sarahg1@uic.edu with questions.
Wednesdays with HCAB: Welcome Back and Pre-Ball Pizza Social! – Jan 24

Jan 23, 2018 3:00 pm75 views
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/
Fall 2018 Professional Development Series: Some Whats and Hows in Medical School – Oct 2

Oct 2, 2018 3:45 pm75 views
Chicago Signature Honors: Dr. Cornel West's Lecture about MLK, Sun. 2/1 (RSVP Required)

Jan 28, 2015 4:15 pm74 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 first event of the semester!

What: Cornel West’s Lecture at the University of Chicago

Why: The Center for the Study of Race, Politics and Culture Annual Public Lecture presents Dr. Cornel West discussing his new book, "The Radical King", devoted to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

When: February 1, Sunday, at 2:00 pm, University of Chicago, Rockefeller Chapel

DEADLINE TO RSVP: Thursday, Jan. 29 at https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/5742081

Questions? Contact Dr. Lindsay at vlinds1@uic.edu.
OSSP: Spring Scholarship Info Session, Wed. 2/5

Feb 3, 2014 5:45 pm74 views

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

Wed. 2/5: 2-3 pm, 2550 University Hall
Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Information Session II, Tues. 2/17

Feb 13, 2015 5:15 pm74 views
If you have a Pell Grant in your application package and are interested in studying abroad during Summer or Fall 2015, you need to get started on your Gilman Scholarship application!

Gilman Scholarships for Summer and Autumn Semesters - (MUST BE A PELL GRANT RECIPIENT) awards up to $5,000 for study abroad with the possibility of an additional $3,000 to study a critical language - Deadline: March 3 - website: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/gilman.htm

Attend an upcoming Info Session to learn more:
- Gilman Scholarship Info Session II: Tips for crafting the Gilman application
- Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 2:30 - 3:30 pm, 850 UH
For more information, contact ssp@uic.edu.
"Preparing to Apply to Law School" Panel Discussion, Wed. 10/15

Oct 13, 2014 4:00 pm74 views

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

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

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

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

Co-sponsored by the UIC Pre-Law Society. This workshop is part of the Honors College Fall Professional Development Series. For a full list of workshops, view the flyer.
Ethics in Pharmacy with Professor Debra L. Agard: The “Side Effects” of Untreated Hepatitis C – March 14

Mar 14, 2019 4:00 pm72 views
Research Abstract Writing Workshop, Tues. 10/14

Oct 13, 2014 10:15 am72 views
Are you interested in presenting your Capstone or other research? Often, the first step of the process is to submit an abstract. Come to this workshop led by Associate Dean Sara Hall for assistance in how to develop a strong abstract about your research!

Research Abstract Writing Workshop
Tuesday, October 14
11am - noon
114 Burnham Hall

Contact Dean Hall (sahall@uic.edu) with questions.

Additionally, mark your calendars with the complete list of Capstone workshops for the semester! Note the special workshops at the end of the schedule for those preparing posters and presentations for the Research Forum in November!
- Research Presentation and Poster Preparation Workshop: November 3 from 2-3pm in 114 Burnham Hall
- Mock Research and Poster Presentation Session: November 13 from 4 – 5pm in 121 Burnham Hall
- General Capstone Workshop: November 19 from 1 - 2pm in 114 Burnham Hall
- Fall 2014 Honors College Research Symposium: Thursday, November 20 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm in 302 SCE
- General Capstone Workshop: November 24 from 2-3 pm in 114 Burnham Hall
New Chicago Signature Honors Program Added! RSVP by Sunday 3/5

Mar 2, 2017 12:45 pm71 views
Honors College Leadership Lecture: Marcia Festen and Esther Grimm from 3Arts, Tues. 3/31

Mar 30, 2015 10:15 pm71 views

Honors College Leadership Lecture Series

Tuesday, March 31
9:30 - 10:45 am
104 Lincoln Hall

Marcia K. Festen, Chair, 3Arts
Esther Grimm, Executive Director, 3Arts

Marcia Festen has more than 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Currently, she serves as Director of the Arts Work Fund for Organizational Development, a funding collaborative which supports capacity building efforts for small arts and cultural organizations. She also has a consulting practice for nonprofits. She is co-author of Level Best: A Step-by-Step Guide to Evaluation for Grassroots Nonprofits (2004) and How Effective Nonprofits Work: A Guide for Donors, Board Members and Foundation Officers (2002). Her publications include: Leveraging New Funds to Support Human Rights Organizations (2001) and Community Panels for Youth—A Community Based Alternative to Juvenile Justice (2001).

Esther Grimm’s lifelong career in the arts spans administration, museum education, arts education, and philanthropy. She is the executive director of 3Arts, a public grantmaking organization dedicated to supporting women artists, artists of color, and artists with disabilities working in the performing, teaching, and visual arts in Chicago. She authored six children’s non-fiction, art-activity books focusing on the art of ancient and living cultures.

In collaboration with HON 294 Honors Leadership Seminar taught by Prof. Bill Kohler

Contact hcollege@uic.edu or 312-413-2260 with questions.
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!
Honors Capstone Workshop Dates

Jan 22, 2014 9:28 pm70 views

Are you just starting your Capstone project? Are you a junior planning ahead for next year? Are you a senior who has had to re-think or change directions on your Capstone? One of these workshops could help you plan and make progress. Mark your calendars and attend. Click to view more.
CSHP: Free Tickets! – Friday 2/7 @ 7:30 – The Gulf from About Face Theatre! | RSVP NOW!

Jan 29, 2020 3:30 pm70 views
Lecture and Lunch with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Wed. 11/12

Nov 10, 2014 5:30 pm70 views

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

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

http://www.tonipreckwinkle.org/

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

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

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

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

The luncheon and lecture are part of the Honors College Leadership Series co-sponsored by the Department of Political Science.
Tuesdays with HCAB: Movie Night! (3/3)

Feb 26, 2020 3:45 pm69 views
Coffee Hour Discussion Series: Us & Them: How We “Other” - 9/27 at 4pm

Sep 26, 2017 3:30 pm69 views
Join Former Governor Pat Quinn at a private lunch with the Honors College on Oct 17!

Oct 11, 2018 3:30 pm69 views
Chicago Signature Honors Program: Capoeira Workshop with Dr. Lindsay, RSVP by 10/20

Oct 14, 2015 3:45 pm69 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
OCTOBER 22, 5:30 pm

Get ready to sweat and have fun!

Here is a link to the United Capoeira Association’s Website: www.ucachicago.com

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

HURRY!!!! RSVP by October 20 here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/1433431

Questions? Contact Dr. Lindsay (vlinds1@uic.edu). View the full schedule of events for the semester here: http://chicagosignature.honors.uic.edu/events/
Future of Chicago Lecture: Randy Blankenhorn, Metropolitan Agency for Planning, Mon. 10/20

Oct 17, 2014 4:45 pm69 views

The University of Illinois at Chicago presents the annual “Future of Chicago” lecture series, which brings civic leaders to campus 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, UIC professor of political science, moderates the series, hosted by the UIC department of political science since 1976. Series co-sponsors are UIC Honors College and the UIC Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement.

All lectures are free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, lectures are from noon to 12:50 p.m. in Lecture Center F3, 807 S. Morgan St. (directly west of UIC Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted St.) For more information call (312) 413-3780. Additional presenters will be announced later.

Scheduled lectures include:

Oct. 20 "Planning the Future of Metropolitan Chicago"
Randy Blankenhorn, Executive Director, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Nov. 10 “Rahm Emanuel and the 2015 Election”
Kari Lydersen, journalist and author of “Mayor 1%: Rahm Emanuel and the Rise of Chicago’s 99%”

Nov. 12 “Reform of Cook County Government”
Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Board president

See more at: http://news.uic.edu/lecture-series-to-focus-on-chicago-politics-civic-issues#sthash.71oR6V9P.dpuf
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.
HCAB Ice Cream Social, Mon. 5/4

Apr 27, 2015 12:30 pm68 views

Need a break from Finals? Join HCAB for an ice cream social!

Monday, May 4 at 2:30 pm
Honors College Student Lounge (109 BH)

Come early! First come, first serve!

Questions? Contact Liz Stark at estark7@uic.edu.
Capstone workshops: general,business, humanities, and social sciences, This Week!

Jan 25, 2016 9:30 am67 views

For those of you who are interested in conducting Capstone projects in humanities, social sciences, and business (or cross-disciplinary research involving these disciplines), or are just curious about them, we invite you to attend the following lectures (please note the time and place):

For humanities--this coming Wednesday, 1/27, and next Wednesday, 2/3, from 2 to 3

Developing Capstone Ideas (BH 121) Proposing, Conducting, and Writing a Research Paper (BH 121)

With Dr. Ralph Keen

For business---this coming Friday, 1/29, and next Friday, 2/5, from 2 to 3

Developing Capstone Ideas (BH114) Proposing, Conducting, and Writing a Research Paper (BH B16)

With Dr. Helen Roberts

For social sciences---this coming Friday, 1/29, and next Friday, 2/5, from 2 to 3

Developing Capstone Ideas (BH B21) Proposing, Conducting, and Writing a Research Paper (BH B21)

With Dr. Joel Palka

These lectures are part of our pilot junior seminar, "Foundations for the Future." In these lectures, you will be able to discuss your topics and learn how to develop research ideas and design a research plan. This knowledge will help lay a solid foundation upon which you can seek further guidance from your Project Supervisor.

And don't forget the General Capstone Workshops coming up:

Tuesday, 1/26, 3 pm - 4 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

Wednesday, 2/3, 4 pm - 5 pm, 121 Burnham Hall

Thursday, 2/18, 11 am-12 pm, 121 Burnham Hall (Please note date change!)

We hope you will take advantage of these lectures--don't miss the opportunity to learn from these experts!

If you have any questions, please contact Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu
Magic Show in JST, Thurs. 4/24

Apr 23, 2014 4:00 pm67 views

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

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

*Where*: C-Tower Lounge

*Who*: Bryan Kennedy

*What*: Close-up magic

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

So come join us for an hour of fun!! Questions? Contact JST Faculty-In-Residence Dean Chang at huiching@uic.edu.
Future of Chicago Lecture and Lunch with Author/Illinois Policy Institute Executive Austin Berg (Wed., 11/6)

Nov 4, 2019 3:30 pm67 views
Future of Chicago Lecture: Barbara Byrd-Bennett, CEO Chicago Public Schools, Wed. 12/3

Dec 1, 2014 9:15 pm66 views

The Future of Chicago Public Schools

Barbara Byrd-Bennett, Chicago Public Schools Chief Executive Officer

Wednesday, December 3
12:00 - 12:50 pm
Lecture Center F3
Leadership Lecture: Leading in International Contexts with Donald Bielinski, Tues. 4/22

Apr 21, 2014 6:45 pm65 views

Leadership Lecture Series: Leading in International Contexts

Donald Bielinski, Managing Partner, SMB Interim Management, LLC

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

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

Sponsored by the UIC Honors College in collaboration with HON 401 Honors Leadership Seminar. Questions: Contact hcollege@uic.edu or (312) 413-2260.
Chicago Signature Honors Program: US Poet Laureate Reading, RSVP by Fri. 10/2

Sep 30, 2015 4:45 pm65 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!

OCTOBER 7, U.S. Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera Reading and Conversation

What? Reading and conversation with our new U.S. Poet Laureate

When? Wednesday, October 7th, 2015 at 6:00pm

Where? Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, Harold Washington Library Center, 400 South State Street

Why? Let Herrera himself tell you why:

Before you go further,
let me tell you what a poem brings,
first, you must know the secret, there is no poem
to speak of, it is a way to attain a life without boundaries
(from “Let Me Tell You What a Poem Brings”)

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

RSVP by Friday, October 2nd here: https://uofi.uic.edu/sb/sec/7264958

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/
Registration for the Research Symposium Closes Tomorrow!

Nov 4, 2020 3:30 pm65 views

blog navigation

blog posts