Advising Weekly Updates 9-18-15

Were you able to view the NACADA Webinar from last Wednesday "Advising Needs of First Generation Students: NACADA Leaders Share Their Experiences"?

If not, you can view the recording through October 16th at the September 16 Webinar Recording link.
You can also access the handouts from the webinar at September 16 Events Handouts.

Join us for a campus-based discussion about advising first generation students at UIC.

The framing question of our discussion: "What are the advising needs of UIC's first generation students? What are we currently doing on campus to meet those needs?"

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: 2550 UH

RSVP is available, but please feel free to join us if even if you haven't RSVP'ed. RSVP's requested by the end of Tuesday, September 22nd.

There will also be other events coming up related to advising UIC's first generation students. We'll keep you posted!

Career Connections

Diversity Career Fair:
Wed, Sept 23^rd, 10:00am-2:30pm, UIC Forum

Meet face-to-face with a diverse group of company representatives from various industries -over 140 expected. Click here for the list. Students are encouraged to click here or stop by for advice in advance.

Grad School Fair:
Thurs, Oct 1^st, 3:00pm-7:00pm, UIC Forum

A free informational event for those interested in exploring various grad school options. Over 200 schools representing Masters/PhD programs nationwide present to provide information and answer questions. For a list of registered programs and to RSVP, visit http://go.uic.edu/gradfair.

Mock Interview Day:
Fri, Oct 2^nd (Deadline to Apply: This Fri, Sept 18^th), SSB 3050

Valuable real-world, but pressure-free interview practice with employers and career professionals. Sign up on UICcareers.com with key word “MOCK” under the advanced search “ALL INTERVIEWS” tab.  View this video to learn about the benefits of participating.

SLOTS AVAILABLE for:

• Entry-Level Microbiologist (Pace Analytical)
• Public Health Analyst (RTI International)
• Art/Design Assistant (International Children's Media Center)
• Arts Coordinator (Hubbard Street Dance Company)
• Business Communications Consultant (Sears Holdings Corporation)
• Designer (Illustria)
• Sales Representative (Total Quality Logistics)
• Retail Sales Representative (Verizon)

Career Exploration

iFit:
Sept 30^th Interest Session, 3:00-3:30pm (multiple Fall sessions), SSB 3050

A supportive and educational 4-session group for assistance in connecting strengths & interests to UIC majors and career options. More info at http://ifit.uic.edu.

Choosing a Major:
Oct 14^th, 3:00-4:30pm, Daley Library 1-470

An interactive 1.5-hour session supporting undecided or exploring students by asking important questions and offering valuable resources to aid in career decision-making. Co-facilitated by Career Services and LAS Advising.  Registration: http://go.uic.edu/choosingamajor.

One-on-one Appointments:
Ongoing, M-F, 9:00am-4:00pm, SSB 3050

Tailored and personalized 50-minute sessions with a career counselor to guide and support students through the process of identity development and belonging. Call 312.996.2300 to schedule.

Career Services has many additional programs, which can be viewed on their online calendar at http://illinois.edu/calendar/list/3702.

You asked and UARC listened...UIC advisors have wanted a chance to learn more about the Disability Resource Center and referring students.

Please join us for a great opportunity to talk with Roxana Stupp and Sara Vogt from the Disability Resource Center (DRC). Get your questions answered, talk about how to refer students and the services offered.

Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Location: 2550 UH
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

We will have light refreshments available.

Please RSVP by the end of Monday, September 28th at http://go.uic.edu/uarcbrownbagrsvp.

Attention COMM 100 students!

Preparing for your COMM 100 speech?  Not sure how to start?
NEW! COMM 100 – Strategies for Success in COMM 100.

WHEN: Runs September 28  through November 6
Come on Mondays or Fridays, from 12-1 pm.
WHERE: Located at the Academic Center for Excellence, 2^nd Floor SSB

Lunch will be provided.

Register online at ace.uic.edu.

As a faculty/staff member I invite you to nominate one or more graduating seniors who have demonstrated these qualities. Students may also self-nominate. All applications require at least one letter of nomination along with a short essay from the students and a resume.  If you would like to nominate a student, please notify him/her and request that the student visit this website https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1709
and respond to the questions asked as well as upload YOUR name and email address. You will then receive an email message asking you to upload your letter.  Student and faculty information must be entered and uploaded by Friday, October 2.

The UIC Lincoln Student Laureate will be invited and required to attend a ceremony on November 7, 2015 in the House of Representatives of the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois. Each of the Student Laureates will receive a Lincoln Academy Medallion and a financial award of $1000.

To be considered applicants must apply by Friday, October 2, 2015. Please direct any questions to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

For more information contact:
Kat Aldag (General Advisor) (kaldag@uic.edu; 312.996.5217) for Minor paperwork.
Xuehua Xiang (Program Director) (xxiang@uic.edu); 312.996.5588) for course advising.

Are you attending? Other UIC advisors and staff will be going and UARC wants to connect you!

Please let us know by Friday, October 2nd if you will be going to Las Vegas so that we can ensure that others know you'll be there. Strategizing about sessions is a great way to maximize conference attendance with an agenda as packed as this one!

You can let UARC know by emailing Joey Volpe at jvolpe@uic.edu.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, SHARE WITH STUDENTS: Financial Literacy Resources for Advisors

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NRC's 22nd National Conference on Students in Transition Early Bird Deadline is September 23rd.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NACADA Region V First Annual Academic Advising Awards nominations now open until November 1

SHARE WITH STUDENTS: ACE's Academic Achievement Program for Students on Probation is currently available!

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: First Tuesday/Thursday Topics Common Reading on Thursday, September 24th - mark your calendar!