Greetings! We hope you’ve all enjoyed the summer break and found some opportunities for relaxation. With the fall semester fast approaching, here are some bits and pieces of information we think might be of interest. Remember, in an effort to avoid bombarding you with emails we use this blog as a virtual notice board, so please check it regularly to avoid missing out on opportunities!
Aug 21, 1:30-4 : Fall Kick-off, Special Drop-in Session with Coffee in 105 Greg Hall
Pre-Law Resources
Following are some resources for pre-law students.
Pre-Law Advisory Council: Class of 2027 Representatives! We are looking forward to welcoming two representatives from the Class of 2027 to the 2023-2024 Pre-Law Advisory Council. Applications are due August 30 and can be accessed on our website.
Instagram: PLAS is on Instagram @uiucprelaw! We share updates, news, events, and celebrations through our account. This is an excellent way for students to stay connected!
Year-In-Review Highlights: We had an exciting year filled with new initiatives and renewed traditions. Our Year-In-Review highlights reel is a great way to learn more about our events, initiatives, and programs, click here to view!
Prospective Student Video: Prospective students, current students, and family members can learn more about our office in this short introductory video: https://mediaspace.illinois.edu/media/t/1_1bcf4lx5
As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to prelaw@illinois.edu.
illinois neurodiversity initiative
HDFS 199 Academic Strategies: A 2-credit hour course for neurodivergent students to improve academic performance. Students will learn concrete strategies to get started on uninteresting work, meet deadlines, manage stress, organize information, take notes, study for tests, advocate for supports and more. Email jjkramer@illinois.edu for instructor approval.
HDFS 199 INI Independent Living Skills: This 1-credit course teaches neurodivergent students information onadulting. Learn how to plan for and prepare meals, manage your money, meet your healthcare needs, keep your spaces clean and organized, travel… all the things you need to know but no one teaches you! Email jjkramer@illinois.edu for instructor approval.
consulting opportunities
Illinois Business Consulting (IBC), Illinois Design Consulting (IDC), and EntreCorps provide excellent opportunities for students from ALL colleges to build their resumes and sharpen their skills by working on projects for real-world clients, and applications for each organization are now open!
library resources
Here are a couple of library resources you may not be aware of:
There is a food panty located in the Orange Room of the Main Library where students can grab some food to fuel up! No information is required of them, they can simply stop by and get what they need.
Students who have children of their own or help take care of them should know that children are welcomed in the library. There are Family Study Kits available to check out for use in the library that kids can play with while their caretakers study.
dates and deadlines
August 18: LAS Lift-Off for New Incoming Students August 20: Quad Day August 21: Classes Start September 1: Last day to add a full semester course September 4: Labor Day holiday–no classes
Still playing around with your fall schedule? Check out these great ENGL and CW courses!
CW 243: Advanced Topics in Creative Writing Novel Workshop (just added!) Taught by Gabriela Garcia, bestselling author of Of Women and Salt, this workshop will be primarily focused on reading and discussing excerpts of students’ novels in progress with an eye toward answering what may at first seem fundamental questions but can yield complex answers–what is a novel? How do we carve its structure and design? How does length shape how we think of craft? We will supplement our workshop of student work with readings and discussions of contemporary novels and craft texts.
Join us in the RBML on Friday, April 21st from 3-5 pm for a celebration of all things Shakespeare!
Shakespeare’s First Folio, published in 1623, gathered 36 of the Bard’s plays, including 18 that would otherwise have disappeared. Come help us mark this 400th milestone: visit with some of RBML’s Shakespearean treasures, dare to read or recite a few lines, wear your Elizabethan finery if you wish, and “With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come.” This event is free and open to all, and refreshments and party favors will be on hand!
MFA Public reading
Illini Union Room 210 Saturday, April 22 | 1:00pm Featuring readings by: Claire Christoff Maddy Furlong Chelsea Christine Hill Erin Hoffman Weston Morrow
Seniors: Please share your next steps after graduation!
Every year the University of Illinois surveys graduating seniors to find out where they are going next. The information you provide helps future students find their path at Illinois, and it helps departments and colleges support students more effectively. For example, in the English department we really rely on the results of this campus-wide survey to help us make the argument to prospective students that English and creative writing majors really do go on to find interesting jobs!
Whether you are still figuring out your next steps, plan to volunteer or travel, or have already accepted a job or graduate school offer, your data matters! Completing the Illini Success survey qualifies you for a drawing for Amazon gift cards. It also provides us with critical information necessary for career and academic advising, student recruitment, and institutional reporting needs.
Creative Writing and the Department of English present a selection of Spring Creative Writing Award winners reading from their work in Authors’ Corner, Illini Union Bookstore, April 27, 4:30-6pm.
Join the Library of Congress for Fall 2023
The Library of Congress2023 Archives, History and Heritage Advanced (AHHA) Internship Program is accepting applications through Monday, April 24, 2023. AHHA 2023 is a paid internship offering remote and onsite projects for many different majors and interests.
The program targets Black, Hispanic or Latino, Indigenous, and communities of color historically underrepresented in the United States and in the Library’s collections. Currently enrolled undergraduate juniors and seniors, masters and Ph.D. candidates from all majors or those who have graduated between December 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023 are eligible.
How to Apply:
Download the AHHA How to Apply guide from AHHA’s Of the People: Widening the Path page. This brochure provides step-by-step advice for preparing and submitting an application.
Read the full description of AHHA 2023 on the Library’s Internships and Fellowships Opportunities portal. Review remote and/or onsite project offerings and follow the links to USAJOBS to apply.
Visit AHHA’s loc.gov page for intern portfolio content, including videos and blog posts.
Hear what AHHA alumni are saying in this 1-minutevideo.
Subscribe to the Of the People blog, an active platform for intern spotlights, program resources, and new ways to use Library collections.
Film screening: “Overland” (2020) + falconry demonstration
A documentary film “Overland” (2020) will be screened on Friday, April 21 at 5:30 p.m. You can view the trailer for “Overland” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joZTG6y5nTU. The screening will be preceded by a falconry demonstration at 4:30 p.m. See the flyer below:
Fefu & Her Friends
La Estación Gallery and Minor Aesthetics Lab Present: A Staged Reading of Fefu and Her Friends written by María Irene Fornés, produced by Dr. Sandra Ruiz, and directed by Laura Coby – In collaboration with Departments of Theatre and English.
Come see Fefu and Her Friends on April 30th at 6PM! This staged reading will be held at the Channing-Murray Foundation Building located at 1209 W. Oregon St. in Urbana, IL.
The Office of Advancement within the College of Education is looking for an undergraduate student who can help the office with advancement initiatives for the fall semester If it works well, the intern can continue as long as they are a student at Illinois. See the flyer below for more information:
Academic Strategies and Independent Living Skills
If you identify with neurodivergent conditions and are struggling with academics and/or the responsibilities of “adulting,” the following classes might be of interest to you:
SKY Happiness Retreat
SKY Happiness Retreat is a total well-being training offered to thousands of university students, faculty, and staff across the country. A recent study at Yale University found that SKY Happiness Retreat significantly reduces stress, depression, and has a long-lasting impact on mental health, mindfulness, positive emotion and social connectedness. The SKY Happiness Retreat introduces SKY Meditation, an evidence-based meditation practice integrated with breath work that can significantly increase one’s well-being and calmness, and significantly reduces anxiety and stress markers. The course features interactive group processes, experiential learning, emotional intelligence training, breath-work, yoga, and evidence-based meditation. It’s a place to connect with yourself, make new friends, and most importantly, have fun.
We’re happy to share that the SKY Happiness Retreat is fully funded for University of Illinois affiliates. Availability is first-come-first serve, by registration only and requires attendance to all sessions. Limited spots are available.
Location: Sidney Lu Mechanical Engineering Building (Room 4100) Timings: April 28th (Fri) | 6pm – 9pm April 29th and 30th (Sat & Sun) | 1pm – 5:30pm
Reading Day (no classes, no final exams) Thursday, May 4
Final exams May 5-12
Students may view grades Saturday, May 20
Don’t Forget These!
Need to Meet an Advisor?
To contact a college-level advisor, use the online chat, online advising appointment calendar and queue, and online forms for program change requests. Find a list of unit and college advisors along with hours and contact information on the college website.
science writing internship
The science writing internship, offered by the Office of Marketing Communications in the College of ACES will write and distribute press releases and feature stories related to research projects and faculty in ACES.
Major duties and responsibilities will include: -Writing news articles, announcements, and feature stories about peer-reviewed research, grant awards, ACES faculty members, and other topics with the goal of breaking down complex science concepts for lay audiences. (60%) -Collaborating with faculty sources and communications team to revise and rewrite content. (15%) -Assisting with story distribution and promotion, including posting articles on ACES website and news distribution sites; drafting social media posts; working with faculty to create expert pitches; and related activities. (15%) -Acquiring a working knowledge of AP style, ACES style, and editorial best practices. (5%) -Performing other duties as assigned. (5%)
The ideal candidate is a strong, detail-oriented writer who can communicate complex ideas accurately, succinctly, and creatively for various audiences. Applicants must demonstrate excellent organizational and time-management skills and be able to work independently on simultaneous assignments. A familiarity with the scientific process and previous science writing experience is preferred but not required.
The position will start July 1, 2023 and extend through the academic year. Summer hours can be up to 40 hours per week, depending on the intern’s availability. During the fall and spring semesters, hours will be reduced to 10-20 hours per week. This is a paid remote or hybrid position, requiring weekly check-ins with the supervisor. Work schedules may vary depending on story assignments.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and two or three writing samples to Lauren Quinn at ldquinn@illinois.edu. Scientific manuscripts are not acceptable samples. Apply by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 28.
2023 Q Magazine writing contest
The Janelle Joseph Environmental Writing Award gives students a chance to have their work published in Q Magazine, a publication of the Certificate for Environmental Writing (CEW) at Illinois. The top awards also carry a cash prize.
The contest is open to all Illinois undergraduates of any major and is geared toward those with an interest in environmental writing.
Winners will have their work published in an upcoming issue of Q. The top prize is $1,000, and $500 prizes will be available in five categories this year: feature, memoir, op-ed, Q&A, and “At Illinois” (see the below link and attached flyer for descriptions and examples of each category).
Join Darrell Hunter (director of the College of LAS First Year Experience program) for We Got Each Other, a weekly hangout for men of color in LAS. Connect with your peers, get tips on navigating the University of Illinois and College of LAS, and share your experiences in a supportive, welcoming space. Plus, free pizza!
Sessions will continue every Wednesday at Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center (BNAACC) from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Questions? Contact Darrell Hunter
registration appointments still available!
Don’t forget: if you want to talk to an advisor about your plans for the fall, please call 217-333-4346 during the hours 8:30-noon or 1:00-4:30 to request an appointment. 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.
Think about what you want to accomplish in the fall. What major/minor/Gen Ed requirements would you like to complete, and what other areas would you like to explore?
If you are thinking of adding a major or a minor, do you know what you need to do to get started? If you’ve already begun, can you figure out the next step? You can explore major and minor requirements listed here: http://catalog.illinois.edu/undergraduate/
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, plus the “cheat sheet” that tells you which variable topics courses satisfy which requirements this fall.
LAS Current Student Scholarships
The scholarship application can be found on the LAS Scholarships webpage under the “Current Students” tab. Filling out this application is quick and easy, and with this one step you are considered for a wide variety of scholarships. Applications accepted through Friday, May 12.
Social Justice Scholarship
The Campus Faculty Association is proud to announce that we are awarding up to eight $1000 scholarships for undergraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to social justice in the community. This year we will award scholarships in both the fall and spring semesters.
These scholarships will be awarded in memorial of longtime CFA member and fighter for social justice Kathryn J. Oberdeck who served until her death as a professor of History at the University of Illinois.
To be considered, an undergraduate must be currently enrolled as a student in good standing at the UIUC with at least one more semester of study before graduation. Preference will be given to students who will be involved in social justice activity during the period of the award. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, a short (250 word) essay describing the student’s involvement in social justice work, and the name and contact information for one reference who can speak to the student’s record in this regard. We are currently accepting applications. Awards will be announced at the end of the Fall semester. The deadline for applications is April 21. For more information and to apply, visit https://cfaillinois.org/
Odyssey Project Internships for Humanities and Education Undergraduates
The Humanities Research Institute is currently seeking two interns for the Odyssey Project. See the flyer below for more information:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Now Hiring
Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is looking for recent college graduates who are passionate about public service and giving back to the community to join the Illinois Student Assistance Corps (ISACorps). For more information, see the flyer below:
new courses!
We’re pleased to announce a never-before-taught course in the English department’s fall line-up. Lori Newcomb will be teaching an advanced methods course called “The Art of Research” (see ENGL 461), and it’s open to all juniors and seniors who have completed ENGL 301 and 350. This is perfect for any Topics concentrator graduating in December (this will count as your capstone), anybody thinking about graduate school in English or a related field, or anyone who just wants to beef up their research skills. Check it out!
some other recently added courses . . .
CW 463 (meets with GSD 409): Advanced Topics in Creative Writing (TOPIC: Design & Programming of Narrative Games & Simulations)
ENGL 461: (meets with CWL 481): Topics in Arabic Lit & Culture (TOPIC: Arabs and the Americas)
National Name Exchange
The Graduate College invites University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign undergraduate and master’s students to enroll in the National Name Exchange. The National Name Exchange was established to help match graduate schools with students from historically underrepresented racial and ethnic groups interested in graduate education. The National Name Exchange seeks to:
Increase the number of qualified students from underrepresented groups accepted into graduate school.
Improve student access to information on graduate school opportunities.
Work towards personalizing the recruitment effort by designating a National Name Exchange institutional representative to facilitate information exchange between the institution and prospective students.
Assist graduate schools in identifying qualified candidates from underrepresented groups for consideration for graduate study.
The NNE enrollment portal is now open for the 2023 year. Students can now enroll in the National Name Exchange database. The password to access the student portal is NNE2023.
Qualifying students must be enrolled at a participating Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) member institution (Illinois is a member institution), maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above, and be from a group historically underrepresented in higher education (qualifying groups can be found here). Students who decide to participate will be asked for their consent to share their information with other participating CGS institutions.
Teacher licensure: Golden Apple Scholars Program Recruitment
Get up to $23,000 in total financial assistance and stipends and become a teacher in Illinois! For more information about the benefits, eligibility requirements, and application, visit https://www.goldenapple.org/scholars.
Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative (INI)
If you need accommodations to be successful in college, INI could be a good resource. See the flyer below:
Ravinia is looking for talented individuals who are able to start working sooner than later. Here’s a list of what’s currently open, with more being added by the week:
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 they talk with students, staff, and faculty who have experienced harm, they 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. They also have two Confidential Advisors embedded at BNAACC and La Casa two days/week.
Embedded Advocate Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 10am – 4pm @ BNAACC Wednesday 1pm – 5pm and Thursday 10am – 4pm @ La Casa
Advising available by appointment | Monday – Friday @ the WRC Hours may vary. Walk-in appointments offered as available. Learn more about Advocacy & Support Services, here.
Bailey Unpaid Internship Scholarship
The University YMCA’s Fred S. Bailey Unpaid Internship Scholarship program provides scholarship funding to University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign undergraduate students who accept unpaid internships with public service agencies and not for profit organizations. The Application Opens on March 1, 2023! For more information and to apply, visit https://universityymca.org/bailey/intern/.
Office of Conferences and Special Events
The Office of Conferences & Special Events will be hiring several students to join the 2023 Summer Conference Team. There are a variety of full-time and part-time positions available ranging from Conference Clerk to Conference Coordinator. Summer housing, hourly pay, and discounted meals are included.
You can make use of the Writers Workshop resources. See the flyers below:
Summer Institute for the Languages of the Muslim World (SILMW)
Summer Institute for Languages of the Muslim World will be held from June 12-August 5, 2023.
Session includes • Arabic, Persian, Swahili, Turkish, and Wolofcourses • Small class sizes and dedicated faculty and staff • Immersive experience, complete with instruction • Cultural activities, opportunities for language practice, conversation tables, cooking classes, movie nights, and more!
OMSA tutoring is free to all UIUC undergrads. For more information and the list of classes, see the flyer below:
Library Workshops, events, and services
With the start of Spring 2023, the University Library has been busy planning and scheduling workshops, consultation services, programs, and other helpful things for students. For information about the events and workshops visit events calendar as well as Savvy Researcher workshops.
You can find some highlighted workshops and services below:
Research Consultations Research consultations start again this Sunday! Students can receive help with their research papers, ranging from brainstorming a topic to synthesizing their sources. Consultations are from 4-9pm, Sunday-Thursday, and are geared towards first- and second-year students.
Speaking Center The Speaking Center opens again this week! Students can sign up for a consultation to work one-on-one with a trained Speaking Consultant to improve presentations and speeches, attend workshops focused on building lasting speaking skills, or participate in language sessions to build foreign language skills. Upcoming workshops include “Coping with Speech Anxiety” and “Nonverbal Communication for Presentations.“
Inclusive Speaker Series: Salvatore De Sando Funded by the Library Innovation and Seed Grant, this series highlights members of the UIUC community who have done important work highlighting underrepresented voices. Salvatore will be the first in this speaker series, and will present on Feb. 14th at noon, via zoom.
Family Study Room For students who are parents or caregivers, there is a space for them in the Main Library! Students can bring their kids with them to the Library, and can also check out Family Kits, a playpen, or children tablets for their children to play with while they study.
Introduction to Library Resources for Literary Studies
Are you new to UIUC? Do you need some help figuring out how to do research? Do you find it difficult to access library resources that can help you to succeed in courses? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, please consider attending “Introduction to Library Resources for Literary Studies.” This one-hour session will teach you to use a variety of library services and features (e.g. Inter-library loan, requesting books, accessing articles, and scheduling a research consultation). To participate, visit https://uiuc.libcal.com/calendar/savvy?cid=15337&t=m&d=2023-02&cal=15337&inc=0 and select a session that works for you. Can’t find one? Let Matt Roberts in the Literatures and Languages Library know, and he will reach out to you with more information to receive the instruction that you need.
Matt will continue to offer office hours for students. You can also schedule a consultation with him, but he will be free each Monday from 12-2 to talk with you.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays, First Floor of Lincoln Hall, Behind the marble staircase Peer mentors help LAS students access opportunities to gain hands-on experience. Drop-in for a casual conversation about exploring student organizations, undergraduate research, volunteer opportunities, study abroad, internships, and more. Learn how to access resources and apply to opportunities.
Our old friends at the Humanities Professional Resource Center (now LAS Career Services) are still in Greg Hall 105 and available to meet with students to talk about professional development opportunities, career planning, and general life stuff of the “what am I doing here?” variety. See their website for contact info and event announcements.
Welcome back! We hope the semester has started well. Here are a few important reminders:
If you are expecting to graduate at the end of this semester, remember to add yourself to the degree list. You can do this online in Self Service, and must do so no later than January 30.
Students on academic probation should plan to check in with an advisor by January 27. We would also like to see students who are new to the major or who haven’t checked in for a while before that date. Now is the time to review your spring schedule, talk about your overall plans, and get help locating any resources you might need. As always, see our advising website for contact information and instructions for scheduling appointments. We do NOT schedule via email.
January 30 is the last day to ADD a full semester course.
February 1 is the deadline for applications to the Secondary Education minor. This is the application period for students in their sophomore year (at least) who expect to graduate in May 2025. The application portal is here; scroll down toward the bottom of the page to find the advisor verification form you must complete (and have us sign off on) before February 1 (please give us a few days at least to process those).
HPRC is now LAS Career Services!
Find peer mentoring at the Lisnek LAS Hub 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays, First Floor of Lincoln Hall, Behind the marble staircase Peer mentors help LAS students access opportunities to gain hands-on experience. Drop-in for a casual conversation about exploring student organizations, undergraduate research, volunteer opportunities, study abroad, internships, and more. Learn how to access resources and apply to opportunities.
Our old friends at the Humanities Professional Resource Center (now LAS Career Services) are still in Greg Hall 105 and available to meet with students to talk about professional development opportunities, career planning, and general life stuff of the “what am I doing here?” variety. See their website for contact info and event announcements.
gilman scholarships
Are you interested in studying abroad, and searching for funding? The Gilman International Scholarship Program provides awards of $5,000 (plus up to a $3,000 supplement for critical language study) for U.S. citizen undergraduate students to pursue summer, semester, or academic-year study abroad opportunities in other countries. This is a need-based award, and to be eligible, you must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant.
The National and International Scholarships Program will assist in reviewing your scholarship application material. In fact, we welcome the opportunity to help make your application more competitive! To get you started, we are offering two days of informational events about the Gilman Scholarship.
The Writing Across Engineering and Science (WAES) research group is looking for an undergraduate research assistant (https://publish.illinois.edu/waes/). We support engineering and science faculty and graduate students as they learn, incorporate, and adapt practices from writing studies research in ways that enrich both their technical learning objectives and their students’ communication skills. We also research the effectiveness of this support.
We are looking for reliable, curious students interested in learning about writing in STEM settings and qualitative research, particularly interview methods. Students of any major related to science, engineering, writing, or communication are encouraged to apply to join our interdisciplinary team. Initial responsibilities will include activities such as transcribing and analyzing interview data, writing research memos, observing interviews, and participating in project team meetings.
Required qualifications: • Interest in writing instruction in STEM settings • Available during both spring (minimum of 8 hours per week) and summer 2023 (minimum 20 hours per week for 10-12 weeks)
Preferred qualifications: • Coursework related to writing and communication in STEM • Prior qualitative research experience, particularly with transcription
Compensation: $13/hour
To apply, please send a 2-4 sentence statement of why you are interested and a current resume to Dr. Julie Zilles (jzilles@illinois.edu). Please include ‘WAES undergrad application’ in the subject line. Review of applications will begin on January 30.
Geraldine Heng Lecture
illinois history & lincoln collections student positions
The Illinois History and Lincoln Collections (IHLC), a unit of the Special Collections Division in the Main Library, has several open positions for undergraduates this spring. Read on for more details!
We are seeking an undergraduate assistant for a collection barcoding project for spring 2023. In this second phase of the project, we are focusing on our print collections (books and periodicals). The Collection Management Student Assistant will work with Illinois History and Lincoln Collections (IHLC) unit staff to identify and assess physical and descriptive conditions of print materials according to standard practices. This includes verifying barcodes, call numbers, assessing the size of the item, and identifying potential preservation needs. Work will also include moving materials to different locations within our stacks based on item size and other factors and basic remediation of common preservation problems.
Required: ● Ability to work independently and collaboratively with sustained attention to detail ● Keen eye for proper alphabetical and numerical order within call numbers (Dewey Decimal system) ● Strong organizational and analytical skills ● Ability to assess and communicate problems or abnormalities clearly ● Sensitivity to and awareness of handling concerns for rare and fragile materials
Preferred: • Interest in history • Work or volunteer experience in a library or related environment • Strong communication skills • Experience or interest in archives and special collections libraries • Experience with data collection using a spreadsheet, database, or other formats
Please email Krista Gray, Archives Program Officer, at graykr@illinois.edu if you have any questions. Application review will begin after 1pm on January 26th.
undergraduate research ambassadors
Seeking Applicants for the Undergraduate Research Ambassadors Program The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is seeking highly motivated and personable undergraduate students who are eager to guide and support their peers through the Illinois undergraduate research experience. If you have previous experience in research, whether 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. In this role, you will have the opportunity to help other students navigate their own research journeys.As an undergraduate research ambassador, you will: Represent and promote OUR’s mission to current and prospective undergraduate researchers at on-campus recruiting & outreach events, classroom presentations, and other informational events.Lead or assist in workshops on undergraduate research, and participate as a panelist to share your personal experience in undergraduate research.Support OUR’s social media campaigns.Mentor, support, and guide undergraduate students at various stages of their research journey.Assist in the organization and logistics of the Undergraduate Research Symposium (April 27, 2023).Have access to professional development opportunities, such as trainings in peer mentoring, communication, public speaking, event planning, outreach, and program development.The deadline to apply is February 6, 2023 at 11:59pm.To learn more about the program, including its eligibility requirements and application process, please visit: https://go.illinois.edu/IURA_Apply
art @ the Y presents:
Down, Down Into Infinity He Goes Will Arnold: Risograph, Zines, and “Cheap” Art
Will Arnold is an artist and staff member at the School of Art & Design. He is the co-founder of Work Press & Publication, a small, independent press that specializes in short run Risograph-printed books, zines, and prints. Will is also a part of the organizing teams for the Champaign-Urbana Small Press Fest and the St. Louis Independent Comics Expo (SLICE).
Will’s artistic practice is primarily centered around zines, comics, and artist books. Through collage and delving into and remixing historical comics, he explores themes such as landscape, perception, memory, and gender norms. He is also focused on making art objects accessible and available to art collectors and appreciators of all levels.
His work can be found online at www.twarnold.com and on Instagram at @t.will.arnold and @workpress.
Exhibition Opening Thursday, January 26 | 5-7PM Remarks at 5:30PM
On view Jan. 26 – Mar. 10, 2023
KEVIN T. EARLY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR FRESHMEN:
Submissions for the 2022-2023 academic year’s Kevin T. Early Memorial Scholarship are being accepted now. This scholarship is made possible by an endowment from William and Donna Early in memory of their son, a poet, Kevin T. Early. It awards $2000 to a student with freshman standing at UIUC for the 2022-2023 school year. The deadline for application is January 31, 2023. For more information, see the flyer below:
ilc 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 foundhere.
confidential advisors at the WRC!
Confidential Advisors at BNAACC, La Casa and WRC
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. We also have two Confidential Advisors embedded at BNAACC and La Casa two days/week.
Embedded Advocate Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 10am – 4pm @ BNAACC Wednesday 1pm – 5pm and Thursday 10am – 4pm @ La Casa
Advising available by appointment | Monday – Friday @ the WRCHours may vary. Walk-in appointments offered as available. Learn more about Advocacy & Support Services, here.
Don’t Forget These!
CORNELL PRE-LAW PROGRAM
Have you considered summer study abroad and are interested in studying law? Join Cornell Law School faculty and the Office of Global Learning to learn more about theCornell Prelaw Program in Paris, a three-week academic program in international and comparative law. Study law in a uniquely international and culturally rich environment, combining the excellence of Cornell Law School faculty and the Université Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne. Prepare for the law school admissions process and acquire the study skills for success in law school. Attend an info session on Thursday, Feb 16, 4:00pm CST (Info Session Zoom Link)
COLLEGE MAGAZINE WRITER OPPORTUNITY
Are you ready to gain real-world experience and advance your writing? College Magazine‘s professional writing program is a 4-month commitment that includes a 7-week intensive training where you’ll uncover your voice, interview dream sources and write meaningful articles that readers love. Writers who succeed in the first 4 months often continue into our editorial internship program. Working closely with our editors, writers receive one-on-one feedback. Writers also learn social media, WordPress HTML, and the SEO knowledge necessary for the real world of magazine journalism.
The writer position is 10 hours a week on a flexible schedule. It’s a volunteer, intensive and challenging writing experience. Our graduates have gone on to careers at Vox, NBC, USA Today, Redbook, National Geographic, Random House and more. We welcome applicants from all majors and all colleges. Previous writing experience for a college-level publication is recommended.
UAFS APPLAUSE-NATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE LITERARY JOURNAL OPEN FOR SUBMISSION
Applause, the national literary arts and culture magazine housed at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, is currently accepting submissions from undergraduate students around the country for its 33rd issue. The deadline for submissions is February 14, but the earlier the better for submissions.
Please contact Dr. Christian Anton Gerard at Christian.Gerard@uafs.edu if you have any questions about the magazine. This Submittable link will take students to Applause’s guidelines and submissions page where students can submit their work for consideration: https://applause.submittable.com/submit Here’s a link to the website and latest issue: https://applausejournal.com
COLLISION CALL FOR SUBMISSION:
Collision, an annual undergraduate publication at the University of Pittsburgh, is currently open for submissions of undergraduate fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and art. By submitting to the magazine, you will be considered for its writing and cover art contests. Submissions for the annual magazine close Friday, February 24, but submissions are read on a rolling basis. You can find more information about the magazine and our submission guidelines at https://www.collision.pitt.edu. If you have any questions, please contact collisionlitmag@gmail.com.
UDALL SCHOLARSHIP:
The University of Illinois seeks to nominate sophomores and juniors for the Udall Scholarship. Udall awards $7,000 to sophomores or juniors in any field of study who are taking action to address environmental concerns and are committed to a career related to the environment. There are also special awards also for Native American students interested in Tribal policy or health care (no need for these interests to be related to the environment). Students must be US citizens, US nationals, or US permanent residents. A successful applicant will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate leadership and a commitment to service. The campus deadline is January 30, 2023 to be considered.
ALL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS WELCOME TO APPLY TO 2023 NYU CREATIVE WRITING SUMMER INTENSIVES:
New York University’s College of Arts and Science invites visiting undergraduate students to participate in their short-term summer programs. The month-long creative writing retreats in Florence and Paris may be of particular interest to students. The Writers in Florence and Writers in Paris programs are only offered during the summer, and students are encouraged to immerse themselves in their host city through both reading and writing assignments. Participants focus on one of three genres—poetry, fiction, or creative nonfiction—and attend daily writing workshops and craft seminars. 2023 faculty will include Catherine Barnett, Raven Leilani, Jonathan Safran Foer, Katie Kitamura, Ken Chen, Mark Bibbins, and Matthew Rohrer, among many other acclaimed writers. All coursework receives a NYU transcript, transferable to other institutions.
Applications will open December 1, 2022 with a priority deadline of February 1, 2023. For more information, contact cas.summerabroad@nyu.edu
APPLY FOR CLA’S CAROLL MILLS YOUNG STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP:
The CLA Caroll Mills Young Study Abroad Scholarship is designed to support students at member institutions who want to participate in a study abroad program. The scholarship is open to any student who meets eligibility requirements and is presently attending a CLA college or university. A CLA college or university is one where a member of the College Language Association is presently employed or is a retiree.
Each application must be verified and signed by a faculty sponsor who is a current financial member of the College Language Association. Complete applications must be RECEIVED by 5 p.m. EST on Friday, February 10, 2023 for study abroad in summer or fall 2023.
For more information contact the English advising office and we will supply the full document (it’s not available online and it’s too long to reproduce here).
