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employment, opportunities

Paid Undergrad Assistantships at HRI

https://hri.illinois.edu/undergraduates/undergraduate-internships

HRI is pleased to offer internship opportunities to University of Illinois undergraduate students.

Communications and Outreach Internship

Each year, HRI offers an undergraduate internship in communications and outreach: the David F. Prindable Internship. The successful candidate will assist HRI with its undergraduate communications, including social media, event calendar maintenance, and research and writing projects, in addition to serving as an ambassador and a strategist for HRI on undergraduate engagement.

Communications Internship

Humanities Gateway Internship in Public Media and Civic Engagement

Undergraduate majors in humanities disciplines are invited to apply for a paid internship in civic engagement sponsored by the Humanities Research Institute (HRI), the campus humanities hub, in partnership with local community organizations. To be considered for this internship, candidates must be humanities majors and possess strong writing and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and an investigative mind. A broad interest in the humanities is preferred.

HRI Humanities Gateway Internship

Odyssey Project Internship

This 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. Tasks may include assisting students with technical questions related to computer programs and course management systems (Compass or Moodle) and providing feedback on student writing. Interns will also have opportunities to support the program through alumni outreach, classroom setup, and small research projects.

Odyssey Project Internship

 

opportunities, research, scholarships, Study Abroad

Fulbright Scholarship Opportunities

Learn about Fulbright Scholarship Opportunities, April 9 – May 3

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


We hope you’ll join us!

Lara Kusnetzky, Ph.D.
Assistant Director

  
 

 

 

 

 

Book time with Lara Kusnetzky here

 

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LARA R KUSNETZKY, Ph.D.

Assistant Director

 

National and International Scholarships Program
Illini Union Bookstore Building, 5th Floor
807 S. Wright St, Suite 520 | M/C 317
Champaign, IL 61820
217.333.4710 | topscholars@illinois.edu
topscholars.illinois.edu/

courses, employment, opportunities

Paid Writers Workshop consultant opportunity and course

Dear colleagues,
Please help spread the word about WRIT 300: Issues in Tutoring Writing. Students must successfully complete this course to become a paid undergraduate consultant with the Writers Workshop. Here’s a brief description:
This course provides an introduction to the work of writing centers, theories of composition, and writing pedagogy. You’ll learn about writing processes, working with multilingual writers, and techniques for the one-to-one teaching of writing. You’ll also write, share your writing with others, conduct a writing-related research project, and observe and participate in tutoring sessions. The course meets for two hours each week; students also independently schedule one additional hour each week observing and co-consulting in the Writers Workshop.
Fall 2024 sections and times are:
MW 11-11:50am
MW 5-5:50pm
This course is also great option for students interested in teaching English, conducting qualitative research, and improving their own writing.
Of course, please reach out with any questions. Many thanks!
Best,
Carolyn
Carolyn Wisniewski
Director, Writers Workshop
Center for Writing Studies
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
employment, opportunities

Hiring Pre-Health Student Ambassadors for 2024-2025

The Pre-Health Team in The Career Center is looking to hire Pre-Health Student Ambassadors for the 2024-2025 school year. Please share the attached flyer to students who may be interested. For further information, see below. The deadline to apply is March 18. Please reach out to Grace Yun (yeyun2@illinois.edu) if you or your students have any questions. Thanks ahead of time!
Here is the link to apply: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/668646164
Description: The Pre-Health Ambassadors provide assistance to The Career Center’s (TCC) Health Professions and Graduate School Preparation Team on projects related to preparation and application to health professional school programs (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, etc.). Ambassadors engage in both small and large projects while receiving continuous personalized professional development from TCC staff. They host information sessions, offer peer advising, and provide insights to prospective students and their families. We are looking for highly motivated students with diverse experiences to apply their knowledge and effectively communicate their experiences to students in the pre-health community.
Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled undergraduate student
  • Enrolled consecutively & full-time for the upcoming Fall and Spring semester at UIUC
  • Committed to a pre-health track (e.g., pre-med, pre-PA, pre-OT).
  • Any majors welcome!
  • Hours are flexible per week (in person/virtual options possible)
  • Available to attend staff meetings, as needed
  • Willing and available to host campus workshops after 5 p.m., if needed
  • Available to attend paid, staff training sessions, if hired
Compensation: $15 hourly
opportunities, workshops

Leadership Center Undergraduate Professional Development Opportunities

I am reaching out with 2 professional development opportunities that will be provided by the Illinois Leadership Center this February, that we would love for you to share with your students…

Innovation- February 3, 10 am – 3:15 pm

Our Innovation i-Program, taking place on February 3rd , helps students understand how to efficiently work in team settings, refine their own problem-solving skills, understand how their own problem-solving skills may differ from others, and how to appreciate diversity of thinking. Students will be able to use these skills to create meaningful and positive impressions upon the organizations and people they work with. Innovation will take place in the Illini Union ABC rooms. Students will be provided with a fully catered lunch. Registration, found here, is open to all University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students until January 20th.

Imprint- February 17 10 am- 4 pm

Our Imprint i-Program, taking place on February 17th, focuses on developing the leadership skills necessary during times of personal and professional transition. This program, only occurring once per academic year, is led by University of Illinois alumni from a variety of professions, academic colleges and graduating classes. During this program, Alumni will share stories of success and challenge during times of transition in their lives and students will learn how to develop, and maintain the personal and professional networks necessary to sustain success in any environment. Students will have designated time at this program to network with both their fellow students, as well as alumni. Imprint will take place in the Illini Union ABC rooms. Students will be provided with a full catered lunch. Registration, found here, is open to all University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students until February 11th.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have!

Sincerely,

EVAN LORENZ, ED.M.

(HE, HIM, HIS)
Assistant Director

Illinois Leadership Center
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
290 Illini Union MC-384
217-333-0604 | leadership.illinois.edu

Click here to see upcoming programs and workshops!

opportunities, research

Cozad New Venture Challenge

All students need is an idea!

Would you please let your undergrad and grad students know about an exciting mentoring and skill development opportunity? The registration deadline is January 28.

If they’ve ever considered a startup, we hope they will participate in this year’s Cozad New Venture Challenge. No idea is too early or too advanced. We’ll help them accelerate their idea with mentoring and developing the skills they need to succeed.

Please click the Cozad New Venture Challenge link and write me at the email below my signature for details.

Thank you!

Laura

LAURA A. MILLER

Academic Adviser & Coordinator of Academic Programs

The Grainger College of Engineering | Technology Entrepreneur Center
364 Coordinated Science Lab | 1308 W. Main St.
Urbana, IL 61801 | 217.333.4704 | arriola@illinois.edu

grants, opportunities, scholarships, Summer study

Department of Dance Summer project awards

Please consider applying for the Department of Dance Summer project awards. Applications for all of the awards are open now and due no later than March 22, 2024 at 5pm. 
 
  • For Undergraduate Students
 
Dance Partners Dance Project Award: 
https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/4186984
 
  • For Graduate Students
 
Mary Elizabeth Hamstrom / Patricia Knowles Graduate Travel Award
Please click on the form to view more detailed criteria for each award. Previous recipients may apply again, even though priority is given to students who have not received an award in prior years.
Best,
Ell
Elliot Reza Emadian, B.S., M.F.A.
grants, opportunities, scholarships, Study Abroad

Foreign Language & Area Studies (FLAS) fellowship for summer 2024

Undergraduate and graduate students studying less commonly taught languages (any language other than French, German, and Spanish) are encouraged to apply for a Foreign Language & Area Studies (FLAS) fellowship for summer 2024 and/or academic year 2024-25. Applicants need to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. To learn more, attend one of the upcoming info sessions. There will be a Zoom info session on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 4 P.M. (register here) and an in-person info session on Monday, Dec. 4 at 4 P.M. in Gregory Hall 205 (no registration required).

How much are the tuition support and stipend amounts?

  • Undergraduate academic year FLAS fellows receive $10,000 towards tuition and a $5,000 stipend.  
  • Graduate academic year FLAS fellows receive a tuition waiver or $18,000 towards tuition (depending on the program) and a $20,000 stipend.  
  • Summer FLAS fellows (both undergraduate and graduate) receive $5,000 towards tuition and fees and a $3,500 stipend.

What do I need to apply? 

First, you will need to decide which language you would like to apply for. Please note that undergraduate applicants are required to have studied the language for at least one year by the time their fellowship period starts. For example, if you are currently taking first-year Arabic, you are eligible to apply now for a summer 2024 or academic-year 2024-25 FLAS to study second-year Arabic. Graduate students may apply for FLAS to study a language at the first-year level. The application requires a brief statement of purpose, two recommendation letters, and a transcript, in addition to an application form, which will be available starting Nov. 28. 

When is the application due? 

Applications are due Friday, January 26, 2024.

What is required from FLAS fellows? 

Academic year FLAS fellows are required to be enrolled full-time and to take a language course and an area studies course each semester. Summer FLAS fellows are required to enroll in a language program that provides the equivalent of one year of language study.  

Can I use FLAS to study abroad? 

Yes!

For more information, visit the FLAS website.     

Events, opportunities, research

Present at the 2024 Undergraduate Research Symposium

The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) invites you to present at the 2024 Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS).

The URS is the signature event of Undergraduate Research Week (April 21 – 27), which brings together students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines on the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus, as well as the public, to learn more about undergraduate research and its potential to change the world. Throughout the day, students will present their oral and poster presentations, creative performances, and interactive exhibits to members of the campus and local community.

  • When: Thursday, April 25, 2024
  • Where: Illini Union (A, B, C, South Lounge and the 2nd Floor)
  • Application Deadline: Friday, March 8, 2024 at 11:59 pm

Why Present?

  • Opportunity to network with other student researchers and faculty, staff, and graduate student judges.
  • Develop communication skills and receive valuable presentation feedback from judges.
  • Invite your friends and family to showcase your work and accomplishments.
  • Presenters are eligible for OUR awards for outstanding presentations.
  • Satisfies a requirement for the Distinguished Undergraduate Researcher Certificate.

Who is Eligible?

  • All undergraduate students currently (or previously) involved with research are eligible to present. This includes course-based research projects.
  • Students can present in-progress and completed research projects or creative works.
  • Students can present individually or in groups. Groups only need to submit one application to present.
  • Students can give multiple presentations throughout the day.

For more information on URS, including answers to frequently asked questions, please visit: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/symposium.html

Applications are currently being accepted. The deadline for applying to the URS is Friday, March 8, 2024, at 11:59 pm and no late submissions will be accepted. Please note, your presentation is not expected to be complete by the application deadline. On the application, you will only be asked to provide a tentative title that can be revised until March 19 and an abstract which will be used internally by OUR to create and organize thematic sessions. Your abstract will not be published or viewed by anyone other than OUR.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office at ugresearch@illinois.edu. We look forward to receiving your application and learning about your research!

Sincerely,

OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
opportunities

Illinois Leadership Center Imprint i-Program

The Illinois Leadership Center will be hosting our Imprint i-Program on Saturday, February 25th from 10 am to 4 pm. The Imprint program focuses on competencies necessary for displaying leadership during times of personal and professional transition. Students develop skills in managing themselves during times of change; and learn how to develop, and maintain, the personal and professional networks necessary to sustain success in any environment. The program is open for all students. Registration is open now and will close on February 13th. A link to register can be found here.

During this program, we will be inviting back Illinois Alumni spanning several decades as well as many professional fields.

Historically we have invited professionals from fields including but not limited to Accounting, Architecture, Education, Engineering, Finance, Law, and Public Health. During this I-Program students will be able to connect with these Alumni, serving as an opportunity for students to establish and practice maintaining networking opportunities for their future careers.

Sincerely,

EVAN LORENZ, ED.M.
(HE, HIM, HIS)
Assistant Director

Illinois Leadership Center
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
290 Illini Union MC-384
217-333-0604 | leadership.illinois.edu