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Important Dates and Deadlines

  • Nov 15: Deadline to DROP a POTB course

Registration Advising

Time tickets are now visible in Self Service, and registration has begun (see your time ticket for individualized registration date). We encourage all students to check in with an advisor before signing up for classes (first-year students are required to meet with us). We do not schedule via email; please call the office at 217-333-4346 to make an appointment.

To help you prepare, we have the SP25 “cheat sheet” available on the Planning Coursework page(You will need an Illinois Box account to view the document). This tells you which courses will fall into which categories within the various majors/concentrations (period categories, topical clusters, etc.) in the spring.

As a reminder, if you want to take an English honors seminar (ENGL 396) you must email Nancy Rahn at nrahn@illinois.edu to request permission. Please be sure to include your name and UIN, and the CRN and topic of the course you want to take. Once Nancy contacts you to let you know you have permission to take the course you will be able to add it to your spring schedule. Act now, before the classes fill up, particularly if you are getting close to graduation!

Undergraduate Research Ambassador Program DEADLINE MONDAY!

The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is looking for motivated and personable undergraduate students in all majors who are excited to introduce and support peers through the Illinois research experience. If you have participated in a research project, be it through coursework, assisting faculty, research staff, or graduate students, or conducting a project of your own, we invite you to apply to become an Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassador (IURA) and help other students along their research journeys.  We are particularly interested in adding students in the humanities & arts to our team of ambassadors. 

This application is for ambassador positions beginning Spring 2025, with the intent that selected candidates can and will continue into the following Fall 2025/Spring 2026 academic year. Students will be expected to work 30 hours per semester and will be paid a stipend of $450 per semester.  

To learn more about the IURA program and how to apply, check out our call for applications. If you are unsure if your experience counts, reach out to us! We are happy to answer any questions. Contact us at ugresearch@illinois.edu.  

Deadline to apply is Monday, November 18, 2024, at 11:59pm. 

Present at the 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Click the image below for more information!

Critical Language Scholarships Deadline Approaching!

The Critical Language Scholarship, provided by the U.S. Department of State, is a fully-funded, intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for undergraduate and graduate students.  A list of eligible languages is available here. CLS institutes are 8 to 10 weeks in length, are held over the summer, and cover one academic year of university-level language coursework. CLS Institutes include cultural programming, local language partners, and in-country excursions. Participants receive academic credit at their U.S. institutions. The national deadline is November 19, 2024, at 7:00 pm (CST).

Undergraduate Scholarships Informational Meeting

***Due to increased demand, and faculty schedules, the English department is moving up our undergraduate scholarship application process to the start of the Spring semester.

I’m therefore writing to invite you to an informational meeting on applying for our scholarships that will happen next week, in preparation for the first stage of the application process, which will be due at the start of the Spring semester. The meeting will explain the application materials and process, along with due dates.

WHAT: Applying for English Undergraduate Scholarships

WHEN: Wednesday, November 20 at 5:00pm

WHERE: Zoom. You’ll have to sign in to join. For the link and password, see below

Every year, we give out numerous scholarships that recognize and reward our English majors, including English, Creative Writing, and Teaching of English. (Several of our scholarships are specifically for future teachers of English). Scholarship amounts vary, but most of them range from $300 to $3000, with a few scholarships giving nearly full tuition for a semester or year.

I hope to see many of you there! In the meantime, you can find useful information on eligibility and the process on our website: https://english.illinois.edu/academics/scholarships-prizes-awards/awards-scholarships. See there for who is eligible to apply and an “Overview and Instructions” document on the “Applying for Merit Scholarships.”

If you have any questions–or can’t make the meeting time–just email me.

Best,

Catharine

Catharine Gray is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Scholarship Application Process
Time: Nov 20, 2024 05:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 849 7758 0722
Password: 892902

VOICE: Graduate Student Reading

WHAT: A reading by Master of Fine Arts Candidates in Creative Writing.

WHERE: Gallery Art Bar: 119 W Main St, Urbana, IL 61801

WHEN: NOV. 19 AT 7:00PM

ESA Upcoming Event

Gillen Wood Lecture

The Animal Turn Research Cluster presents:

“Brooch Clams & Hairy Mussels”
A Public Talk on New Work
Professor Gillen D’Arcy Wood
Wednesday November 20, 4pm
107 Gregory Hall

Abstract:
This lecture recreates the visit of HMS Challenger, the pioneering oceanographic expedition, to Sydney Harbour in 1874. In colonial Australia, the Challenger naturalists encountered the molluscan legacies of recently displaced First Nation peoples, and an estuarine ecology already seriously damaged by oyster harvesting. Victorian-era Sydney offers a case study in early industrial marine exploitation and also “shifting baseline syndrome,” where lost species and their habitats are rapidly erased from cultural memory. Only recovered consciousness of these losses can open the possibility for real-world, biophysical restoration.

Student Internship Opportunity

Student Intern – Survey Data Analysis and Report Writing
Position Type: Part-time Internship (10-15 hours per week) $15 per hour

Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Intern to assist with analyzing and crafting summaries from survey data. This position requires a student who can effectively distill and communicate insights derived from qualitative data. The ideal candidate has strong written communication skills, an ability to synthesize information for a quick and accurate understanding of survey topics, and is comfortable working in an office environment.

Key Responsibilities:
-Review and analyze survey comments to extract key themes and insights.
-Craft concise, well-written summaries and reports that accurately reflect survey findings.
-Collaborate with the team to ensure accuracy and clarity in all written content.
-Work in qualitative analysis software (such as ATLAS.ti) to organize and code survey data as needed.
-Assist in compiling data and insights into clear, structured reports, incorporating visual elements where appropriate.

To apply, fill out an application. 

Please register in advance for this event.

Pre-Law Resources

Reminder! Submit to Montage

Montage publishes work by undergraduate students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is now accepting submissions through (tentative date) February 14, 2025.

See this page for more details or email montagejournal@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

FLAS Fellowships: Attend an Info Session Nov. 19

Courses of Interest in SP25

Don’t Forget These!

University of Minnesota PhD Program Info

Greetings from the English Department of the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities:

U of M offers six years of funding through a combination of teaching and fellowships for all PhD candidates. For the academic year 2025-2026, we look forward to admitting a cohort of five students, and would be especially delighted to admit an applicant interested in studying pre-1800 Anglophone literatures. For more information on our program, including faculty specialties, past course offerings, and how our professors contribute to the field, please visit our website and feel free to reach out to me if you or your students have any questions.

The University of Minnesota also offers many cross-disciplinary opportunities for students and faculty, such as the Institute for Advanced Study, Center for Premodern Studies, The Institute on the Environment, and The Center for Race, Indigeneity, Disability, Gender, and Sexuality. Our libraries are home to archival holdings such as the Givens Collection, James Ford Bell Library, and the Upper Midwest Literary Archives. The Twin Cities is a vibrant, urban setting with rich literary and cultural scenes, including a variety of independent presses, world renown theaters, and music organizations.

New First Gen Undergraduate Research Opportunity for Spring 2025

The First-Gen Scholars Research Program (FSRP) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers first-generation college students eligible for federal work-study the opportunity to participate in meaningful and high-impact research. The FSRP allows students to explore the culture and process of research and gain hands-on experience while building on their existing abilities within a supportive community of scholars. Accepted applicants will be matched with one of our experienced faculty mentors – many of whom were First Generation college students. Full details along with faculty profiles can be found online at: https://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/first-gen-scholars-research.html

ATLAS Internships–Application portal for SP25 OPEN NOW!

Upcoming Pre-Law Programs

All upcoming events can be found our PLAS Events calendar. 

Need Help With Research?

Peer Mentors are in the Hub!

With the return of the Peer Mentors in the Hub, here are a few reasons to head to the Hub in Lincoln Hall (Tues, Weds, Thurs from 10- 3):

  • building a resume from scratch or a quick look before a career fair
  • connecting to research around campus
  • learning how to gain some other experience to gain insights about your skills and preferences for future jobs
  • finding that RSO or other group that are around to join
  • Career Services has special drop-in times on Tues, Weds (10-noon)

Confidential Advising Resources

The Women’s Resources Center (WRC) is the designated confidential campus resource related to sexual assault/rape, sexual harassment, stalking and abuse within a relationship (sometimes called dating or domestic violence). That means when we talk with students, staff, and faculty who have experienced harm, we make sure you get what you need and on your terms! There are several Confidential Advisors at the WRC who can provide you – or someone looking to support you – with support and advocacy services.

Undergraduate Research Workshops

Check out workshops offered by the Office of Undergraduate Research. You’ll find a list here with schedules and registration links (space is limited)!

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Important Dates and Deadlines

  • Nov 15: Deadline to DROP a POTB course

Registration Advising

Time tickets are now visible in Self Service, and registration will begin November 4 (see your time ticket for individualized registration date). We encourage all students to check in with an advisor before signing up for classes (first-year students are required to meet with us). We do not schedule via email; please call the office at 217-333-4346 to make an appointment.

To help you prepare, we have the SP25 “cheat sheet” available on the Planning Coursework page. This tells you which courses will fall into which categories within the various majors/concentrations (period categories, topical clusters, etc.) in the spring.

Submit to the AWP Intro Journals Project–DEADLINE TODAY!

The Intro Journals Project is a literary competition for the discovery and publication of the best new works by students currently enrolled in AWP member programs. Our Creative Writing faculty can nominate one story, one essay, and three poems to this national award.

If you are currently a CW major or a CW minor or an MFA candidate and would like to be considered for nomination, please send one short story (max. 25 pages), one essay (max. 25 pages), or up to three poems via email attachment to John Dudek at jdudek4@illinois.edu by 12:00 noon, Friday, November 1, 2024.

Submission Instructions

Please include in the body of your email your name and academic year (junior, senior, MFA candidate, etc.) as well as your permanent address. Attach your submission as a .pdf or .docx file. Your file name should be the title of your submission or some abbreviation of the title(s). The Subject line of your email should read: “AWP Genre: Last Name.”  For example: “AWP Poetry: Dudek.”

Do NOT include your name or any personal identification on your submission file itself.

Please note that work previously published or under consideration for publication elsewhere is not eligible. Previous winners are also ineligible.

More info about the AWP Journals Project can be found at: https://awpwriter.secure-platform.com/applications/page/IntroJournals

For questions, contact John Dudek, Associate Director of Creative Writing, at jdudek4@illinois.edu  

ESA Upcoming Events

Participate in a Study

You are invited to participate in a study (IRB approved) that aims to learn how undergraduate students define the term “student success” and what factors can contribute to or hinder that success. Estimated time spent on study is up to 1 hour, which will be a one-on-one interview. Participants will receive a $40 Amazon gift card for their time. This study caps at 30 participants. If interested, please complete the pre-screening survey by November 12 to be considered for selection in the study: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/106057268.

Student Internship Opportunity

Student Intern – Survey Data Analysis and Report Writing
Position Type: Part-time Internship (10-15 hours per week) $15 per hour

Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Intern to assist with analyzing and crafting summaries from survey data. This position requires a student who can effectively distill and communicate insights derived from qualitative data. The ideal candidate has strong written communication skills, an ability to synthesize information for a quick and accurate understanding of survey topics, and is comfortable working in an office environment.

Key Responsibilities:
-Review and analyze survey comments to extract key themes and insights.
-Craft concise, well-written summaries and reports that accurately reflect survey findings.
-Collaborate with the team to ensure accuracy and clarity in all written content.
-Work in qualitative analysis software (such as ATLAS.ti) to organize and code survey data as needed.
-Assist in compiling data and insights into clear, structured reports, incorporating visual elements where appropriate.

To apply, fill out an application. 

Reminder! Submit to Montage

Montage publishes work by undergraduate students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is now accepting submissions through (tentative date) February 14, 2025.

See this page for more details or email montagejournal@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

Need Winter Clothes?

Coming Soon: Celebrating National First Generation Day

Upcoming Lecture–Registration Required

Postdoc Talk Wednesday, 11/6

LLS Speaker Series

Upcoming Event–Registration Required

Please register in advance for this event.

Carr Visiting Author Series: Devon Walker-Figueroa

You’re invited to a poetry reading by Devon Walker-Figueroa, made possible by the Robert J. and Katherin Carr visiting author series, on Nov 14, 4:30, Author’s Corner, Illini Union Bookstore.

Devon Walker-Figueroa is the author of Philomath (Milkweed Editions, 2021). A winner of the National Poetry Series and the Levis Reading Prize, Philomath was the first poetry collection to be named a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle’s John Leonard Prize. Her next collection, Lazarus Species, is forthcoming from Milkweed Editions in 2025.

Gillen Wood Lecture

The Animal Turn Research Cluster presents:

“Brooch Clams & Hairy Mussels”
A Public Talk on New Work
Professor Gillen D’Arcy Wood
Wednesday November 20, 4pm
Room TBA

Abstract:
This lecture recreates the visit of HMS Challenger, the pioneering oceanographic expedition, to Sydney Harbour in 1874. In colonial Australia, the Challenger naturalists encountered the molluscan legacies of recently displaced First Nation peoples, and an estuarine ecology already seriously damaged by oyster harvesting. Victorian-era Sydney offers a case study in early industrial marine exploitation and also “shifting baseline syndrome,” where lost species and their habitats are rapidly erased from cultural memory. Only recovered consciousness of these losses can open the possibility for real-world, biophysical restoration.

Courses of Interest in SP25

Don’t Forget These!

New First Gen Undergraduate Research Opportunity for Spring 2025

The First-Gen Scholars Research Program (FSRP) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers first-generation college students eligible for federal work-study the opportunity to participate in meaningful and high-impact research. The FSRP allows students to explore the culture and process of research and gain hands-on experience while building on their existing abilities within a supportive community of scholars. Accepted applicants will be matched with one of our experienced faculty mentors – many of whom were First Generation college students. Full details along with faculty profiles can be found online at: https://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/first-gen-scholars-research.html

ATLAS Internships–Application portal for SP25 OPEN NOW!

Call for Submissions

Hello! My name is Miao Wang, and I am the Editor-in-Chief of Rainy Day, Cornell University’s longest-running undergraduate literary magazine, which has published outstanding works of poetry and fiction since 1969. We accept submissions from undergraduate students throughout the nation, including those at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We are pleased to share the opportunity for English and Creative Writing students to submit their poetry, short fiction, short plays, and any other literary works to Rainy Day this semester. The deadline for this round of submissions is November 10.

For more information or to view past issues of the magazine, please visit our website at https://www.rainydaymagazine.org/. In addition, please do not hesitate to contact us at rainydaycornell@gmail.com if you have further questions.

Critical Language Scholarships

The Critical Language Scholarship, provided by the U.S. Department of State, is a fully-funded, intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for undergraduate and graduate students.  A list of eligible languages is available here. CLS institutes are 8 to 10 weeks in length, are held over the summer, and cover one academic year of university-level language coursework. CLS Institutes include cultural programming, local language partners, and in-country excursions. Participants receive academic credit at their U.S. institutions. The national deadline is November 19, 2024, at 7:00 pm (CST).

Upcoming Pre-Law Programs

All upcoming events can be found our PLAS Events calendar. 

Need Help With Research?

Peer Mentors are in the Hub!

With the return of the Peer Mentors in the Hub, here are a few reasons to head to the Hub in Lincoln Hall (Tues, Weds, Thurs from 10- 3):

  • building a resume from scratch or a quick look before a career fair
  • connecting to research around campus
  • learning how to gain some other experience to gain insights about your skills and preferences for future jobs
  • finding that RSO or other group that are around to join
  • Career Services has special drop-in times on Tues, Weds (10-noon)

Confidential Advising Resources

The Women’s Resources Center (WRC) is the designated confidential campus resource related to sexual assault/rape, sexual harassment, stalking and abuse within a relationship (sometimes called dating or domestic violence). That means when we talk with students, staff, and faculty who have experienced harm, we make sure you get what you need and on your terms! There are several Confidential Advisors at the WRC who can provide you – or someone looking to support you – with support and advocacy services.

Undergraduate Research Workshops

Check out workshops offered by the Office of Undergraduate Research. You’ll find a list here with schedules and registration links (space is limited)!

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Important Dates and Deadlines

  • October 7: Spring Schedule Visible in Course Explorer
  • October 18: Deadline to DROP a FULL SEMESTER (aka Part of Term 1) course
  • October 21: Time Tickets Visible in Student Self-Service

Questions? As always, see our advising website for contact information and instructions for scheduling appointments.

Don’t forget to stop by the advising office (Room 200, English Building) to pick up your free English Department T-shirt, any weekday between 9 and noon or between 1 and 4.

Invitation from the Provost for First-Year Students–DEADLINE TODAY!

Are you looking for opportunities to get involved and work together with peers and campus leadership to strengthen our community? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

The Office of the Provost is now accepting applications for appointment of first-time new freshmen to the 2024-2025 Student Success Undergraduate Advisory Board.

The board is a group of diverse undergraduate students who volunteer to serve as advisors to the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Provost and Student Success @ Illinois. They aim to accurately portray the current realities of the undergraduate experience by articulating the highlights and challenges of being a student at the university. As representatives of the undergraduate population at Illinois, their objective is to convey what could make a successful undergraduate student experience. The Application can be accessed here.

If you’re selected to participate as a Board member, appointments will be for one full academic year. All applications are due Friday, October 4, 2024, at 11:59 PM CDT.

We hope you will consider applying because your voice is a critical part of the work that we do to ensure your success while at Illinois and beyond graduation!

Submit to the AWP Intro Journals Project

The Intro Journals Project is a literary competition for the discovery and publication of the best new works by students currently enrolled in AWP member programs. Our Creative Writing faculty can nominate one story, one essay, and three poems to this national award.

If you are currently a CW major or a CW minor or an MFA candidate and would like to be considered for nomination, please send one short story (max. 25 pages), one essay (max. 25 pages), or up to three poems via email attachment to John Dudek at jdudek4@illinois.edu by 12:00 noon, Friday, November 1, 2024.

Submission Instructions

Please include in the body of your email your name and academic year (junior, senior, MFA candidate, etc.) as well as your permanent address. Attach your submission as a .pdf or .docx file. Your file name should be the title of your submission or some abbreviation of the title(s). The Subject line of your email should read: “AWP Genre: Last Name.”  For example: “AWP Poetry: Dudek.”

Do NOT include your name or any personal identification on your submission file itself.

Please note that work previously published or under consideration for publication elsewhere is not eligible. Previous winners are also ineligible.

More info about the AWP Journals Project can be found at: https://awpwriter.secure-platform.com/applications/page/IntroJournals

For questions, contact John Dudek, Associate Director of Creative Writing, at jdudek4@illinois.edu  

Elijah Wald Lecture

This upcoming talk is co-sponsored by the English department and will be moderated by our own Professor Mack!

The Gilman Scholarship Upcoming Event

Are you currently working on a Gilman Scholarship? Interested in feedback on your application before the October 10, 2024, deadline? Interested in talking with a study abroad advisor? If so, attend this event!!!

The Gilman Scholarship
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship provides enrolled students, who are Pell Grant recipients, up to $5,000 for either study abroad or an internship abroad. If you plan to study a language critical to U.S. national security while abroad, you can apply for an additional $3,000. If you plan to conduct STEM-related research while studying abroad, you can apply for an additional $1,000.  

VOICE Readings by MFA Students

Proud to be First Gen Series–Upcoming Event

RSVP here for this event and others.

Graduate and Professional School Fair, October 9th

New First Gen Undergraduate Research Opportunity for Spring 2025

The First-Gen Scholars Research Program (FSRP) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers first-generation college students eligible for federal work-study the opportunity to participate in meaningful and high-impact research. The FSRP allows students to explore the culture and process of research and gain hands-on experience while building on their existing abilities within a supportive community of scholars. Accepted applicants will be matched with one of our experienced faculty mentors – many of whom were First Generation college students. Full details along with faculty profiles can be found online at: https://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/first-gen-scholars-research.html

We are offering TWO information sessions to learn more about the program.

(Virtual) – October 11, 2024 – 2:00 PM-3:00 PM CST
Location: Zoom
go.illinois.edu/firstgenresearch

(In-Person) – October 24, 2024 – 1:00PM-2:00PM CST
Location:  Wohlers Hall, Room 130
1206 S 6th St, Champaign, IL 61820
🍕 FOOD PROVIDED, While Supplies Last!🍕

Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program Application Deadline is October 11

The deadline for the Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program (URAP) is Friday, October 11, 2024, at 11:59 pm. For more information, and how to apply: https://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/urap.html.

Need help with your URAP Statement of Interest? The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is offering two drop-in sessions for review of draft Statements.

When:          Friday, October 4, and Tuesday, October 8 from 2 to 4pm.

Where:        Room 515 in the Illini Union Bookstore Building, 807 S Wright Street, 5th Floor. Note: entrance to IUB administrative offices is on northeast side (not through the Bookstore).

For efficient review, please either bring a printed copy of your draft or be able to pull it up quickly on your laptop or tablet.

Questions?  Contact OUR at ugresearch@illinois.edu.

ATLAS Internships–Application portal for SP25 OPEN NOW!

Interested in volunteering in the local community?

Participate in iHelp 2024 on October 5th from 10am – 4pm!
 
Presented by Student Alumni Ambassadors, iHelp is the signature campus-wide day of service in the fall that brings together students, their surrounding community, and university alumni in an organized effort to create a culture of giving at the University of Illinois. Each year, over a thousand students come together to assist dozens of agencies across the Champaign-Urbana area in a display of gratitude to the community we call home. The Student Alumni Ambassadors (SAA) handle the logistics of the event, advertise the availability of volunteers to service agencies, and recruit students to participate. We strive to encourage students to realize the effect they have on the community via service in order to better not just the city, but also themselves.

Register now! Whether you want to get your RSO involved or just yourself, we would love to have you! All registration forms and other event info can be found at https://www.illinisaa.com/ihelp . Please reach out to us with any questions at illinivpoutreach@gmail.com.

Illinois Club Scholarships

Through endowments housed with the University of Illinois Foundation, the Illinois Club provides financial support to worthy UI undergraduate students. This year, we will be awarding scholarships to students in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Global Studies, Education, STEM fields, and the Fine Arts. Applicants must have earned at least 60 credit hours by the beginning of the Spring 2025 semester and may graduate no earlier than December 2025. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required at the time of application and at the time of winning the award. Applications will open on September 3, 2024 and close on October 12, 2024 at 5 PM. Find more details about each scholarship and about the application process here.

Ecojustice Film Screening: Princess Mononoke

Join the Women’s Resources Center for a viewing of Studio Ghibli’s “Princess Mononoke” as part of the Ecojustice Series! After the film, we’ll have a small discussion about environmentalism, ecofeminism, and forest spirits! 

Thursday, October 17
5:30-8:00 PM 
616 E Green St 
Suite 213

October Book Club: In Defense of Witches

Join the staff of the Women’s Resources Center as we discuss “In Defense of Witches: The Legacy of the Witch Hunts and Why Women Are Still on Trial” by Mona Chollet and translated by Sophie R. Lewis. During our conversation, we will discuss select chapters and themes from the text that explore the ways in which women were persecuted during the Witch Hunts and how women today are persecuted in similar ways. 

Book Club will take place at the Women’s Resources Center on Friday, October 18, from 4:00-5:00pm (616 E Green Street Suite 213). 

Limited copies of the book are available on a first come, first serve basis by request. Register at go.illinois.edu/WRCoctbookclub

School of LER Info Sessions and ExpLERing HR

Don’t Forget These!

Call for Submissions

Hello! My name is Miao Wang, and I am the Editor-in-Chief of Rainy Day, Cornell University’s longest-running undergraduate literary magazine, which has published outstanding works of poetry and fiction since 1969. We accept submissions from undergraduate students throughout the nation, including those at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We are pleased to share the opportunity for English and Creative Writing students to submit their poetry, short fiction, short plays, and any other literary works to Rainy Day this semester. The deadline for this round of submissions is November 10.

For more information or to view past issues of the magazine, please visit our website at https://www.rainydaymagazine.org/. In addition, please do not hesitate to contact us at rainydaycornell@gmail.com if you have further questions.

Become an I-Connect Facilitator

Diversity & Social Justice Education is Hiring I-Connect Peer Educators to facilitate group discussions around inclusion & belonging. Gain leadership skills! Make a positive impact in your campus community!

$15/hour, up to 9 hrs/week, must be a 2nd, 3rd or 4th year student, must be an undergraduate student and must be passionate about social justice. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Submit an application here.

Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program

The Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program (URAP) is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2025 cohort.

URAP provides students with little or no research experience the opportunity to work with graduate students and post-doctoral scholars on their research projects, explore the culture and process of research, and build on their existing abilities within a community of scholars. In Spring 2025, the undergraduate portion of URAP will consist of two equally important parts: a one-on-one research experience with their research mentor, and the Introduction to Research course. The course is designed to complement the research mentoring experience, orienting undergraduate mentees to broader topics in the research process.

Participation in URAP is by application only; the application portal is now open. Students selected to be part of URAP are expected to commit to: (1) attending the regular weekly class meetings of GC 295, Introduction to Research (3 credit hours) with Office of Undergraduate Research instructors; and (2) working one-on-one with their research mentors, an average of 5-6 hours per week. As part of the course requirement, students will complete a final project, consisting of a poster, to be presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium, an annual event on April 24, 2025.

The deadline for students to apply is October 11, 2024, at 11:59 pm. For more information about URAP, including research project abstracts, and how to apply to the program, please visit our website: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/urap.html

Upcoming Pre-Law Programs

All upcoming events can be found our PLAS Events calendar. 

Submit to Montage

Montage publishes work by undergraduate students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is now accepting submissions through (tentative date) February 14, 2025.

See this page for more details or email montagejournal@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

Need Help With Research?

Peer Mentors are in the Hub!

With the return of the Peer Mentors in the Hub, here are a few reasons to head to the Hub in Lincoln Hall (Tues, Weds, Thurs from 10- 3):

  • building a resume from scratch or a quick look before a career fair
  • connecting to research around campus
  • learning how to gain some other experience to gain insights about your skills and preferences for future jobs
  • finding that RSO or other group that are around to join
  • Career Services has special drop-in times on Tues, Weds (10-noon)

Confidential Advising Resources

The Women’s Resources Center (WRC) is the designated confidential campus resource related to sexual assault/rape, sexual harassment, stalking and abuse within a relationship (sometimes called dating or domestic violence). That means when we talk with students, staff, and faculty who have experienced harm, we make sure you get what you need and on your terms! There are several Confidential Advisors at the WRC who can provide you – or someone looking to support you – with support and advocacy services.

Undergraduate Research Workshops

Check out workshops offered by the Office of Undergraduate Research. You’ll find a list here with schedules and registration links (space is limited)!

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Important Dates and Deadlines


April 1: Priority registration for Summer and Fall 2024 begins
April 12: Deadline to DROP a 2nd-8-week course

Time to Schedule a Registration Appointment

Registration will start April 1. Students are assigned a time on or after that day according to the schedule found here. Time tickets (which tell you when you can register for Summer and/or Fall 2024 classes) should be visible to you now. Log in to Student Self-Service to view your time ticket. When you are ready to schedule your appointment call 217-333-4346 during the hours 8:30-noon or 1:00-4:30 to request an appointment. As always, you may request a particular advisor or ask for the first person available. Remember that we are very busy during the registration period so please don’t wait until your time ticket opens up and then send an email demanding an immediate reply. Plan ahead!

Here are some things you can do ahead of time to make your registration appointment more productive: 

  • Run your degree audit and see what you can make of it. Even if you find it a little confusing, try to get a sense of what requirements you have left to fulfill, and then when we do your registration appointment we can confirm (or correct) your interpretation of the audit and help explain anything that’s confusing. 
  • Consult Course Explorer and be sure to read the course descriptions in full.  Remember that if a course is called “Topics in X” then you must click through to see the individual sections and find out what topics are available. It’s also worth clicking through on any 199 (usually called Undergraduate Open Seminar) because there you may find some interesting and unusual topics being piloted, and they’re usually unrestricted. 
  • Consult the resources available on the Planning Coursework section of the advising site.  You’ll find checklists of major requirements and a “cheat sheet” that tells you which variable topics courses satisfy which requirements in the coming semester. 

Upcoming Lecture

Other Upcoming Literary Events

Check out details here!

4/4:    Jamaica Baldwin | 4:00 | Illini Union Bookstore, Author’s corner
4/4:    Ben Lerner | 5:30  | Levis Faculty Center 210
4/11:  VOICE  MFA Student Reading | 7:00 | the Literary Book Bar
4/18:  CW Awards Reading | 4:30 | Illini Union 314A 
4/25:  Corey Van Landingham book release w/ John Dudek | 5:30 | Analog Wine bar 
5/4:   (Saturday)  MFA Final Public Reading | 1:00 | Illini Union 210 

Odyssey Project Internship DEADLINE APPROACHING!

The Odyssey Project internship is available to undergraduate majors in the humanities, arts, social sciences, and education who wish to work with the Odyssey Project, a program through the Humanities Research Institute that offers free college courses to qualifying members of the Champaign-Urbana community. Odyssey Project Interns are responsible for delivering onsite content and skill support for Odyssey students during class time. Read more and apply at https://hri.illinois.edu/fellowships-research-support/odyssey-project-internship. Deadline is April 8.

Upcoming LAS Career Services Events!

Spring Series on Service Opportunities. Discover exciting opportunities that can be transformative. Add these to your early April (10-12) list. Kim has arranged for four organizations to meet with you in the LAS Hub. Come meet up with 1) Teach for America, 2) COOP, 3) Peace Corp., and 4) City Year.

SENIORS: Job Search Jumpstart Lab, April 16, 11-1 pm in 107 Greg Hall – Come with your questions, your laptop, your resume or cover letter drafts, and any concerns that have been holding you back from seeking that first post-college job. Meet other Seniors who are wrestling with the same challenges (you are not alone). Our staff will be on hand during this 2-hour open session (come as long as you need) to answer questions, make suggestions, review drafts, or just help you get started. Lunch will be provided, with veggie options available. PLEASE register in Handshake to order the correct amount of food! (Signing up means you get an email reminder.)

The Career Services Events (open to all students)
Creating Your Powerful Cover Letter – April 3, 5-6 pm or April 4, 5-6 pm both these sessions are in 107 Arcade Building
Global Professional Spotlight Series (Online), April 12, 12 pm to 1 pm. (Link in Handshake)

FALL COURSE: WRIT 300

Students must successfully complete this course to become a paid undergraduate consultant with the Writers Workshop.

Coming soon to the FA24 line-up!

ENGL 253: Topics in Lit & New Media
New Media Franchises: The New is You
Professor Carson Koepke

This course fulfils a cluster course requirement for the Media Cultures topic

Author writes book. Publisher publishes book. Mass audience reads book. Repeat. So goes the traditional model for the distribution of print media. The same could be said of film. With the rise of new media, however, storytelling is no longer a one-way street. New media are digital. They are interactive. They are arguably democratic. In this course, we will consider how digital technologies have allowed consumers of literature to exert control over the works and franchises they love, while creators and franchise owners have sought to maintain relevance (and make oodles of money) through multimedia and transmedia ventures such as Pokémon, Harry Potter, Star Wars, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and other IPs. Questions that we will ask include: How have video games and virtual worlds influenced storytelling techniques? To what extent do fans of franchises influence artistic choices and narrative outcomes? Does the new media phenomenon contribute positively to inclusion and diversity of representation? Have fan fiction and fan-driven forums troubled the idea of canonicity? Where can the Author be found among the many script writers, programmers, players, producers, media moguls, and other stakeholders?

Fulbright Scholarship Opportunities

Interested in research, teaching, or graduate study abroad? The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards 2,000 scholarships annually for students to conduct research, teach English, or pursue graduate study in 140 countries. For over ten years, the University of Illinois has been a top producers of Fulbright U.S. student awards. Apply to be a 2025 awardee! 

Eligibility
Current juniors, seniors, and recent alumni in all academic disciplines, who are U.S. citizens, are eligible to apply. 

The Fulbright Scholarship funds 1 year of research, teaching, or graduate study. The selection committee rates candidates based on their academic or professional qualifications, language skills, evidence of maturity, motivation, adaptability to a different cultural environment, knowledge of the host country, and the impression a candidate will make abroad as a citizen representing the U.S. 

Deadline 
The priority deadline for undergraduates and recent alumni is June 24, 2024.
The required campus deadline is August 26, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. (noon).

Application Preparation
If you are interested in applying, please attend our information sessions:   

Fulbright General Information Sessions:

Online – Tuesday, April 9, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Register HERE
Online – Wednesday, April 10, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Register HERE
In Person – Thursday, April 11, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Rm IUB 514

Fulbright Personal Statement Workshops:

Online -Monday, April 15, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Register HERE
In Person – Tuesday, April 16, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.- Rm IUB 514

Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship Workshops:

Online – Tuesday, April 23, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Register HERE
In Person – Wednesday, April 24, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Rm IUB 514

Fulbright Research & Graduate Study Workshops:

Online – Friday, May 3, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Register HERE

Upcoming Performance by WYW

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Illinois Student Undergraduate Research Journal (ILSURJ)

Illinois Student Undergraduate Research Journal (ILSURJ) are looking for Copy Editors, Content Editors, Layout Specialists/Graphic Designers, and Public Relations Staff.

ILSURJ has been established for the purpose of advancing undergraduate research in all disciplines at the University of Illinois. Through the biannual publication of student research in both print and electronic format, ILSURJ showcases the dynamic nature of undergraduate inquiry on campus. Our goal is to build bridges between undergraduate and graduate students, faculty among varying disciplines, and the public. 

Through our peer-edited, faculty-reviewed electronic and print publications, we strive to develop and display the work produced by our high-achieving undergraduate researchers in all academic disciplines in the spirit of development towards professional research. We aim to inspire interest in research and individual curiosity throughout the student body, faculty, and surrounding community. To review the roles available check out the application below!

APPLY NOW!

New Student & Family Experiences is hiring Orientation Leaders

New Student and Family Experiences is looking for undergraduate students to serve as Orientation Leaders to help us welcome our Fall 2024 new students!  The position description and link to apply are below.

The OL position is designed to offer students the opportunity to implement orientation programming for new first year students and family members. OLs should be knowledgeable about the University of Illinois and have a desire to help new students have a successful transition. OLs attend a paid spring training session to help prepare them to be student leaders for New Student & Family Experience events. All OLs will assist at various events such as International Student Orientation, Fall Orientation/Welcome Days and various other orientation programs. Opportunities for continued fall/spring OL work will also be available. More information will be provided at training. The hourly rate for the OL position is $15.

APPLY NOW: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/438108272

Spring 2024 WRC Book Clubs

LAS Career Services Spring Programming

Call for Submissions

You are invited to submit your work to the Madison Journal of Literary Criticism for the Spring 2024 Dream Edition! This edition will encompass what it means to “dream of more,” which includes both contemplating future aspirations and reimagining in a multitude of constructed contexts. Whether it entails the past, present, future, systems, institutions, relationships, methodologies, holidays, politics, fashion, education, emotions…we live in a world of constructs. To break away from these constructs, we dream of something new, something kinder, something better. This edition focuses on how those dreams take shape and will showcase the collective desire—and manifestation—of change that transcends the limits of our current reality. This edition we hope to publish criticism: academic, poetic, in the medium of art or prose or short stories. We hope to have a loose theme as writers and creators are more than willing to interpret, define, and redefine the term however suits them best, so the submitted work does not have to explicitly tie to abolition or social justice. We welcome nuanced perspectives and multiple interpretations, so please submit! 

For samples of work previously published : View MJLC’s Past Editions

If you have any questions, please direct them to mjlc@rso.wisc.edu