All events are listed in Central Standard Time.

On-Campus LIS & CAS Program Required Student Orientation

Friday, January 12, 2024
10:00am-12:00pm
Check-in begins: 9:30am
iSchool 4th Floor Multipurpose Room
614 E Daniel St, Champaign
Register here

Online (Leep) LIS & CAS Program Required Student Orientation

Thursday, January 11, 2024
6:00-8:00pm
Register for Zoom session here
*Be sure to log into Zoom with an Illinois account via SSO

Post-Orientation Workshop Series

iSchool Student Groups Panel
Meet student group leaders and learn about getting involved with ALA, Queer Library Alliance, Society of American Archivists, iSchool Students of Color, and more!
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Register for Zoom link here

How to iSchool
This peer-led forum for new and continuing students aims to answer all your burning iSchool questions, like how to navigate Canvas and utilize university resources to their utmost benefit.
Thursday, January 18, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Register for Zoom link here

[NEW!] LIS Employment Landscape
Learn more about careers and the employment landscape in LIS.
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
12:00-1:00pm
Register for the Zoom link here

School Library Licensure Info Session
Highly recommended for students interested in earning school library licensure or endorsement while in the MSLIS program.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Register for Zoom link here
(Will be recorded; please register even if you cannot attend)

iSchool Faculty Lightning Talks
Join to hear from iSchool faculty members Sara Benson, Martin Wolske, Christopher Lueg, Yun Huang, Ian Brooks, and Laila Moustafa about their courses and research interests.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Register for Zoom link here

Coffee and Chaos Corner
Grab a beverage and chat about your hottest takes and most obscure interests at this MSLIS social event.
Thursday, January 25, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Register for Zoom link here

Graduate Employees’ Organization (GEO) Info Session
Come learn how the GEO supports graduate student workers.
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Zoom link here

Tips and Tricks for Navigating DRES (Disability Resources and Education Services)
Representatives from DRES and Actually Neurodivergent will share how they ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to programs, services, and benefits at UIUC.
Thursday, February 1, 2024
7:00-8:00pm
Registration details upcoming.