Monday, March 4, 2013

March 4, 2013

Struggling with Test Anxiety?

Does your mind go blank during tests?
Do you suffer from clammy hands, sick stomach, and racing thoughts before a test?
Do you perfectly prepare only to perform very poorly on your tests?
Are you experiencing common reactions…or more than that?

Come and learn how to handle and solve your Test Anxiety issues!

Test Anxiety Solutions Workshop

TONIGHT - Monday, March 4th
7-8pm
Undergraduate Library, Presentation Gallery

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Working on a Resume for a Job Application or for ICT to another College?!?
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Interested in Transferring to the College of Business in May?!?

The College of Business has scheduled three more information sessions for this week.  They will be held in residence halls and students will have the opportunity to bring their resume to have it reviewed by a paraprofessional from The Career Center.  Please inform any of your students who may be interested.

Monday, March 4, 7:00pm, Allen Hall Main Lounge
Tuesday, March 5, 7:00pm Pennsylvania Avenue Residence Hall Room 111a
Wednesday, March 6, 7:00pm Ikenberry Commons Room 2003

Thank you,

Anthony Fontana  

Anthony V. Fontana
Associate Director of Admissions and Enrichment Academy
College of Business
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
217-244-3890

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Interested in Transferring to MCB?!?

Thinking about transferring to MCB?
Want to learn more about the Major or Minor?
Attend one of our informational meetings to learn about the program requirements and receive paperwork (if eligible) to officially declare MCB as your major or minor.

Seating is limited and RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.
Call 217-333-6774 or stop by 127 Burrill Hall to Reserve your spot.

Monday, March 4, 11:00 AM
Friday, March 8, 11:00 AM
Monday, March 11, 11:00 AM
Thursday, March 14, 10:30 AM
Thursday, March 14, 2:30 PM
Monday, March 25, 11:00 AM
Thursday, March 28, 11:00 AM
Thursday, March 28, 2:30 PM

An academic advisor will provide an overview of the MCB program, requirements, career opportunities and the criteria for declaring MCB.
Interested students should attend only one session. All sessions are identical and typically last 1 hour.

All meetings will be held in room 164A Burrill Hall
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Want to find out more about Public and Community Service?!?
  Join the Illini Union Office of Volunteer Programs for the first-ever Public & Community Service Career Panel on Tuesday, March 5th from 6-7pm in the Illini Union, room 314.  Come listen to these panelists experiences, get your burning questions answered, and learn how service can be a central part of your future work (no matter the field) as well. Panelists include:

~Brad Corriher, Public Affairs Specialist for State Farm~Dr. Madhu Viswanathan, Diane and Steven N. Miller Professor in Business at UIUC and founder/director of the Marketplace Literacy Project 
~Sue Grey, Director of the United Way of Champaign County
~Laurel Prussing, Mayor of Urbana
~Brigitte Viard, Minority Enrichment Program Coordinator for Urbana High School

Immediately following the panel from 7-8pm, there will be a Dessert Networking Hour in the same location.  Take advantage of this unique opportunity to network with public and community service professionals in the C-U community. Business casual dress is recommended. Space is only guaranteed for up to 50 students, so register now to take advantage of this great opportunity at: 
https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/7390240.

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Hungry for a Free Dinner?!?

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Feeling Stressed Out?!?

Attend the STRESS LESS PARTY
UI Wellness Center at the ARC, Concourse Level
Wednesday, March 6th
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Feeling stressed? McKinley's Stress Management Peers invites UI students to their Annual Stress Less Party .
The fun-filled atmosphere provides a nice environment to relax, have fun, and take a break from studying.
Some highlights include:
• $5 Shoulder/Neck Massages
• Games, crafts, spa recipes
• Tons of awesome prizes
• FREE food while supplies last, and MUCH MORE!
• We're even giving away a 2 - $50 Visa gift card! 
 Come with some friends to relax and have fun.  Hope to see you there!
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 PAP and EOP Students - Want a Free Breakfast?!?

What: OMSA Graduate Mentor Breakfast
When: Thursday March 7 – from 8:30 – 10:30
Where: Room 504, Illini Union Bookstore (Conference Room next to the DGS Office) 

Stop by for some yummy food and time to meet the Graduate Mentors!

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Do You Want to be an I-STAR?

Campus Visits is recruiting excellent students to serve as Illinois Admissions Representatives (I-STARs). All I-STARS will serve on student panels, provide tours of campus, and assist with on-campus recruiting events. Students may apply now to begin training in the Spring and must be available to work during the summer (either full or part-time) and then continue in the fall semester.  Ideal candidates would have experience with public speaking, strong oral communication skills, an ability to learn information quickly, are involved on campus, and enthusiastic about Illinois. We are seeking candidates with diversity in college, major, ethnicity, areas of involvement, and geographic hometowns. Interested students can pick up an application at the front desk of the Admissions & Records Building, 901 W. Illinois St., or they may request a copy by emailing visits@illinois.edu. Applications are due by Thursday, March 7 at 5 pm.

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Looking for Summer Employment?!?

Division of General Studies – Summer Registration Computer Lab Peer Advisor

The Division of General Studies is seeking students to aid with summer registration by helping academic advisors assist incoming students with registering for classes for the fall semester. Computer Lab Peer Advisors will:
·         Assist students with registering for fall classes in UI Integrate Self Service
·         Assist students in identifying appropriate General Education courses

A successful candidate must be available weekdays from June 3 – July 10, 2013 from 1:00pm – 4:30pm (approximately 15-20 hours per week) and Saturday, June 8th from 9:00am – 4:00pm. There is also a mandatory training that is scheduled for May 16 & 17 from 9:00am – 4:30pm.

The pay for this position is $8.25 an hour.

Required qualifications:
·         Strong communication skills
·         Demonstrated ability to work well with others
·         Knowledge of Course Explorer website
·         Knowledge of UI Integrate

Preferred qualifications:
·         Former DGS student
·         Basic knowledge of Illinois General Education requirements
·         Junior or senior class standing

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume (preferably in one document) to Jenni Kotowski at jkotowsk@illinois.edu by 5:00pm on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 for full consideration.

 



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