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How to Make the Most of Your UIUC Campus Visit

You’ve signed up for your UIUC campus visit! Well done. If you and your Aunt Sue are heading all the way over to Champaign-Urbana, you’re going to want to make the most of your time there. Here’s how. 

How to Dress

In general, most parts of our tours involve being outside. Before you come, check the weather, and then don’t trust it. You’ll never know what  Mr. Blue Sky  will have in store for you, so come prepared! Maybe 45 degrees doesn’t sound too cold (here in the Midwest we’d laugh at such a suggestion), but even the mildest temperatures start to feel extreme when you’re spending an hour trekking all over campus. Here’s a short list of what you might want to wear:

• Baseball hat or sun hat 
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Weather-appropriate coat (even if it’s late spring, bring a light jacket in case)
• Gloves, scarf, and winter hat if it looks chilly

What to Bring

You don’t have to bring much for the tour, but we’ve still listed a few items. The first is an absolute must, the second would be nice, and the rest are suggestions. 

• Your awesome self
• A good attitude
• A small notepad and pen
• A water bottle
• An umbrella (you can leave it in the car if you don’t need it)
• Snacks (a bag of candy never goes amiss)

Questions to Ask

When you’re on campus, you’re going to want to think about how  you  like it. The best way to do that is to live in the moment and focus on what’s around you; you’re only there for a short amount of time and can think of the larger picture later, when you’re at home.

Ask your tour guide anything you want to know about campus. Some examples are:

• Do most students live in the residence halls?
• Where do students usually hang out? 
• How do students get around campus? Do they need cars or bikes?

If you’re looking for more ideas, check out our comprehensive list ! Feel free to write down the ones you care about most and bring them along on the tour.

How to Take Charge of Your Visit

If you have more questions than you think your tour guide can answer (“Who am I?” “What is time?”), never fear. There are ways you can personalize your UIUC campus visit to make your experience more advantageous to you. Here are just a few of them:

Meet with multiple units. 

Maybe you only signed up for a campus program, or maybe you only opted for an academic meeting. If this is the case, why not see what else is available the day you’ll be on campus ? Attending multiple programs can be a good way to get in-depth info about all facets of our university, or to explore multiple options if you’re torn over what it is you want to study.

Take a housing tour.

If you’re taking a campus tour, it includes a housing tour of our Illinois Street Residence (ISR) Halls . Additional walk-in University Housing tours are offered from 1 to 4 p.m. every weekday, excluding holidays and university breaks. You can also pre-arrange a  Private Certified Housing  tour directly with the facility of your choice.

Engage with current students.

We realize it can be intimidating to approach someone you don’t know, and not everyone is an extrovert! But know that our students are at our programs for you, and they want to help you however they can. So don’t be afraid to talk to them, whether that means peppering them with questions during a panel or chatting with them informally.

UIUC is vast, and there’s so much to discover even outside of any tours you’ve already scheduled! So if you have the time, take a self-guided tour or a driving tour for a fuller picture of campus, or scope out the buildings related to your intended major.

You can look up your intended major’s webpage (this can be found under the “additional resources” section of your major or through a simple Google search) and check out what their department’s address is; that’s the building where you’ll probably have some of your classes! 

What to Do During Downtime

You might have some downtime during your visit. One way to spend it is all of you sitting in your car and getting in a big fight. But while you’re here in Champaign-Urbana, you might want to check out some of the things campustown has to offer. 

There’s a particularly interesting garbage can near the Union. Or, if dining is more your thing, head on over to Green Street. There are some great restaurants there, especially on the strip between 4th Street and Wright Street. They’re right on campus, so they’re an easy stop for lunch and a good way to scope out the types of stores available for students. After all, Champaign-Urbana is the #1 Midwest Food Town, according to  Midwest Living . 

While you’re by Green Street, why don’t you take a photo with Alma? It’s a tradition for students to take a picture right after graduation, and those who have planned ahead enjoy comparing pictures from their first tour with ones from their graduation day! 

If you’re wiped out from your busy day, you can always go the Union, Krannert Center, or even one of the restaurants on campus to chill out. You don’t need to go crazy over trying to see everything. Just make sure that you spend your extra time in a way that makes the day better for you. 

What to Do on the Way Home

Once you’re done with your visit, you’ll be able to think about what you saw with some perspective. How much of your excitement (or apprehension) might’ve been because of the tour guide you had, or the people who you went with, or the weather, or that menacing squirrel that wouldn’t leave you alone? Can you separate your feelings about the college itself from factors that don’t really relate to the school? This is difficult to do, but you can at least get a start by thinking over these questions: 

• What point during the visit was the most fun? 
• What impressed you about the college?
• If you could relive one part of your visit, what would it be? 
• Did you see or hear anything that made you excited about college?
• What point during the visit was the hardest?
• Did anything disappoint you about the college?
• Did anything you learn immediately put you off?
• Did you see or hear anything that made you anxious about college?

Big Picture

• How does UIUC compare to other colleges you’ve seen so far? Consider both the vibes (positive or negative) that you got from the college as well as the school’s location, size, and cost.
• Consider filling out our College Visit Guide for UIUC and other schools you visit in order to more easily compare them later on. 

We can’t wait to see you on campus! Whatever you do, don’t forget to wear those comfortable shoes. And of course, don’t forget to enjoy your time here at UIUC. You might just fall in love. 

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My son and I are signed up for the Blue and Orange day tours on Friday. We are coming that day as I was told the biology department is open that day. He’s very keen to see that department. Is there a way we should sign up for that?

Thanks for reaching out, Trish, and we’re excited to see you and your son today! You should have received an agenda of the day at check-in, and almost all colleges, including some departments, will be represented. College/departmental breakout sessions are at 2:00 p.m. There’s no need to sign up for these sessions; they’re one of the many optional events you and your son can choose to attend throughout the day. We hope this helps, and that you and your son enjoy your time on campus!

Hi I am bringing my 2 sons to the visit this Friday Oct 28 for Blue and Orange day. Will there be an agenda emailed to us before.? We are unsure when exactly it starts. Thanks

Hi Lori, and thanks for reaching out! The check-in for Friday’s Orange & Blue Day will begin at 9:00 AM at the Illini Union, and the event will officially start at 9:30 AM. You’ll receive an agenda for the day when you check in. If you have any other questions, don’t hesitate to contact our Campus Visits team. We look forward to seeing you and your family soon!

Hello – we are attending the Orange & Blue Day visit on Friday, 11/4, with our daughter. Will the engineering department be available to speak with? Do we need to sign up separately to meet with them? Thank you!

Hi Peter, we’re excited to see your family tomorrow! You’ll received an agenda of the day when you check in. College/departmental breakout sessions are at 2:00 p.m. There’s no need to sign up for these sessions; they’re one of the many optional events your daughter can choose to attend throughout the day. We hope this helps, and that your family enjoys your time on campus!

are there discount codes for the illini hotel for prospective students?

Thanks for reaching out! You’ll want to contact the Illini Union Hotel directly to learn their rates and whether they offer discount codes to campus visitors. Here’s a link to their website for contact information: https://illiniunionhotel.illinois.edu/contact . We’re excited to see you on campus soon!

My daughter Aubrey is signed up for the campus and ACES visit on February 23rd. She is interested in playing trumpet for the band. Is there an opportunity for her to access the band department?

Thanks for reaching out! For specific questions, you’ll want to email us at [email protected] or call us at 217-333-0302 to speak directly with an admissions counselor.

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We offer on-campus and virtual visit programs for prospective first-year and off-campus transfer students. High school seniors who were admitted into another major/program on campus and current UIUC students can visit our intercollegiate transfer (ICT) information page to learn more about the transfer process. 

First-Year Student Visits 

First-year students can participate in regular visit programs or larger Orange and Blue Day open houses. Both can include campus/Gies tours and a meeting with admissions staff. Learn more about these two options through the University Admissions first-year visit web page .

For regular visit programs, we recommend attending a morning University Admissions presentation and campus tour, and then joining us for a Gies information session and facility tour in the afternoon. Orange and Blue Days already have that scheduled format, so no worries there!

If you plan to attend a University Admissions presentation and campus tour  (UIUC Experience and Campus Tour) , please note that you'll need a separate registration.  Explore in-person visit options by date .

Throughout summer 2024, our Gies Business meeting will be at 2:00 pm on most Mondays and Fridays. We encourage visitors to register for a 10:00 am visit with University Admissions (Illinois Experience and Campus Tour).

Transfer Student Visits

Off-campus transfer students can participate in regular visit programs or larger Orange and Blue Day open houses. Both can include opportunities to tour campus/Gies facilities and to meet with Gies admissions staff. You can learn more about options through the University Admissions transfer visit web page . 

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My favorite things to do in the Urbana-Champaign area

Payton Jarzyna  is a senior pursuing a dual degree in  creative writing  and  advertising . During the school year she works as a marketing intern for the College of LAS and as a waitress. In her free time you can find her reading thrillers, watching Succession, or shopping for cool necklaces.

As a second semester senior, I’ve spent a lot of time finding fun activities at the University of Illinois. Whether it’s a fun way to pass time with friends, an opportunity to take pictures, or just a relaxing area to unwind, I’ve got a place for it. 

Whenever I return to my hometown, I miss all the amazing activities Chambana (a common portmanteau of Champaign and Urbana!) has to offer. From hidden gems, to popular spots, here are some of my favorite places to go in Champaign-Urbana.

1. C-U Adventures

If you’re looking for the chance to test your brain, or to bond with friends, Champaign-Urbana Adventures in Time & Space is the place to be. They offer several themed escape rooms, from a spooky haunted cabin to an alien spaceship. The rooms use fog machines, motion sensors, and changing lights to make you feel like you’ve been transported to a different world. 

The fun puzzles and interactive games challenge your brain to think both logically and creatively. If you’re concerned that you won’t be able to solve the room, don’t worry. The rooms are customized to your experience level, since you can always ask for hints or clues along the way. Or, if you don’t want help, you can opt out of asking any questions. The group-focused games offer the perfect bonding experience for friends or coworkers.

2. Curtis Orchard

Curtis Orchard feels like the set of Gilmore Girls or When Harry Met Sally . There’s a pumpkin patch, a corn maze, a petting zoo, and an orchard of apple trees. Surrounded with haystacks and scarecrows, basically any fall activity can be done at Curtis Orchard. Unfortunately, it's only open from August-December, but that just means there’s plenty of time to prepare your fall wish list!

The country store is adorably charming. There’s a bakery with delicious cinnamon sugar donuts, pastries, warm cups of apple cider, and more. The store sells all kinds of fall products like honey sticks, sweaters, candles, pumpkins, etc. It’s an aesthetic photo opportunity or just a cool spot to meet up with friends.

3. Star Karaoke

Do you want to try karaoke but are afraid of singing in front of strangers? At Star Karaoke, you can get your own private room for a cheap price. Each room comes with color changing lights that flash across the table, a TV with song lyrics, and a binder full of songs with new releases and decades-old bangers.

They also offer a menu of food and beverage options, if you’re looking for more than just an opportunity to sing. You can get corn dogs, egg rolls, Korean BBQ, or whatever you’re in the mood for. It’s a super fun way to see your friends let loose, whether that’s by singing Taylor Swift or 50 Cent.

4. Kickapoo

Looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of school? Kickapoo Park is an awesome spot to unwind around nature. The hiking trails are beautifully scenic, with lots of spots that look out onto rushing waters or forests of trees. If you have fishing skills, there are lots of places to cast from, or watch other people cast. The beautiful sights and activities make you feel like you’re on a nature trip.

Open fields offer a great opportunity to pass a frisbee around with friends, or set up a picnic. If you want to grow closer to your friends, or just take a break by yourself, there’s tons to do. An extra bonus, Kickapoo is a great spot to walk your dog (or look at other people’s dogs)!

An unexpected perk to attending the University of Illinois is the diverse list of fun activities you can do nearby. Whether you’re looking for a chance to sing your heart out, go on a space mission, or fish in a river, you can find the opportunity near Champaign-Urbana.

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Executive Leadership

Gary Beck Dallaghan has joined CI MED as our new Assistant Dean for Accreditation. He comes from the University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine where he currently serves as the Assistant Dean for Evaluation and Assessment. He is also a professor of medical education with educational research and scholarship interests in curriculum development, evaluation/assessment, statistics, and qualitative analysis. He previously held roles in medical education at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Beck Dallaghan is also active with the AAMC Group on Educational Affairs regionally and nationally. He begins his new duties on June 3, 2024.

Accreditation

CI MED and its Accreditation Tiger Teams continue to prepare for our limited site survey from the LCME. Here’s what’s new:

• We’ve learned who will be included on the LCME site survey team for our limited virtual visit on  October 28-29 .
• Many documented improvements show positive trend lines and student satisfaction is much improved in most areas. 
• New student surveys are underway for the next couple of weeks. We encourage students to participate!

We’re communicating our  continuous quality improvement  efforts through the website and periodic emails.

• Mistreatment prevention and reporting processes are clearly explained on our  Learning Environment page ; 
• Our new  Research page  provides a  clear outline of the process of discovering research  mentors and projects, funding, and connecting with  Clinical Research Mentors  and  REDI mentors ;
• Upgraded student spaces at Carle Forum and BroMenn are more comfortable and usable.

Research & Innovation

Two CI MED teams advanced to the finals of the Cozad New Venture Challenge, with team Auvi taking second place overall. Led by CI MED student Richie Li, along with team members Eric Moran and Szymon Kasperek, the team earned a start-up investment of $35,000 and accolades from entrepreneurs for their fistula-monitoring system to advance care of dialysis patients with chronic kidney disease. AmnioSense earned $10,000 in investment by advancing to the competition finals. Their non-invasive pH-sensitive underwear liner is designed to provide an objective and cost-effective indication of the onset of labor. AmnioSense team members include team lead Tessabella Magliochetti Cammarata, and co-founders Nellie Haug and Bhargavee Gnanasambandam.  Healthcare Track Winning teams listed below: Rural Health Innovation:  1st place and a $7,500 prize is AUVI; 2nd place and a $7,500 prize is AmnioSense; 3rd place and a $5,000 prize is Atlas Neurosurgical Navigation; 4th place and a $5,000 prize is AutoPap;  5th place and a $5,000 prize is VENA. Sports Medicine: 1st Place with $10,000 to AMELIA; 2nd Place with $6,000 to FaMe; 3rd Place with $4,000 to Electrokare Health Innovation Prize: 1st Place with $10,000 to CAPSLocks; 2nd Place with $7,500 to AmnioSense; 3rd Place with $5,000 to Lapsonix; 4th place with $2,500 to AUVI

About 180 people attended the 22 nd Annual Health Innovation Research Day in early April. Congratulations to those who presented their work, including the following people who won awards for their poster presentations:

• Basic Science Innovation & Engineering : 1 st Place-Maria Bederson (M3); 2 nd Place- Jacob Prince (M2);
• Case Reports : 1 st and 2 nd Places - Muhammad Raheel Awan (Resident, Internal Medicine); 3 rd Place- Tessabella Magliochetti Cammarata (M2);
• Clinical Research & Quality Improvement : 1 st Place- Sharon Chao (M2); 2 nd Place- Kathryn Tsai (M1); 3 rd Place- Michael Pozin (M3);
• Humanities & Medical Education : 1 st Place-Monica Bhagavan (M3); 2 nd Place- Kelly Mullany (M3)

Anthony Bosshardt is presenting new research at two international conferences revealing insights into how the brain controls the swallowing process and how the process changes with age. The work is part of Health Innovation Professor  Brad Sutton’s five-year NIH-Funded study aimed at improving the diagnosis and management of swallowing impairment, particularly for patients with Parkinson’s Disease or recovering from a stroke, using Sutton’s SimulScan system. Bosshardt presented a talk about the team’s work at the annual meeting of the Dysphagia Research Society in Puerto Rico in March. He will present a power pitch and a poster on the more technical aspects of the research to the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine annual conference in Singapore in May. Read more here.

Check out the new Research webpage on the CI MED website to learn more about research opportunities at CI MED and see the paths to finding research mentors and projects!

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Clinical Sciences:

The Department of Clinical Sciences welcomes the following faculty : Julius Bonello , Clinical Professor, Teaching; Tuesday Fisher , Clinical Assistant Professor; and Bethany Halloran , Clinical Assistant Professor.

The Department of Clinical Sciences has elected the following people to the Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure Committee: Richard B. Berlin Jr., TsungYen Chen, Japhia Jayasingh-Ramkumar, Zheng George Liu, Sanjay Mehta, Kendrith Rowland, Jr., and Blake Weis.

Advancement

A substantial and generous gift from University of Illinois alumnus Thomas Cycyota (LAS ’80) and his wife Cynthia Cycyota will support the work of the Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Center, a partnership between CI MED and The Grainger College of Engineering. The gift will establish two initiatives: the Cycyota Family Endowed Professorship in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine and the Cycyota Family Endowed Student Support in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Fund. Both efforts advance the translation of the University of Illinois’ ongoing research into the use of biologics to develop new ways to treat, maintain, or restore damaged tissue or cells, including new drug delivery systems and scaffolds.

Student Affairs

Diamond Ruby Coleman has been elected to serve a two-year term as the Regional Director for Region 2 of the Student National Medical Association. In her new role, she represents SNMA members in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. As part of her duties, Coleman will serve on the SNMA policy committee. She is the immediate past president of CI MED’s chapter of the SNMA. Gregory Ridgel succeeds her as president of the CI MED chapter.

CI MED hosted 36 accepted applicants during our annual Second Look recruitment event on April 18-19. Applicants heard from college leadership, current students, and the offices of DEI and Research. They also learned about financial aid opportunities and toured CI MED facilities, including the Anatomy Lab and the Jump Simulation Center. A total of 88 accepted applicants seeking admission to the class of 2028 were invited to attend. Thanks to everyone who assisted the admissions team in ensuring a successful event.

Faculty Affairs

Registration is now open for iTEAM ( Innovative Teaching to Excel and Advance MedEd ), an innovative partnership with the ACGME guided by the ACGME Medical Educator Competencies. This is an academic year program that explores essential components for effective teaching. The series is approved for ACCME continuing education credit. Information is available on the OFAD intranet page. Registration is open here.

All Faculty are invited to register for the Leadership Development Institute cohort that will begin 2024-2025 academic year. Each academic cohort is limited to 12 participants from Carle Illinois. The Institute is designed to develop your leadership style to promote a positive work environment, develop high-performance teams, and to contribute to innovations in health care. This is a year-long cohort-style program which includes developmental experiences, self-directed learning activities, a monthly half-day workshop sessions and a monthly optional evening leadership book club discussion. Register here

Watch your email for a Call for Nominations for CI MED Faculty Awards!

Faculty Development Events:

• CI MED Monthly FacDev Mingle: 05.08.24 Trauma Informed Care/Education with Dr. Christopher Veal at MSB 320-322 Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 12:00 PM
• Save the date!  Fall Faculty Pain Symposium on September 13, 2024
• Save the date! MEdX 2025 on January 30, 2025

Diversity & Inclusion

CI MED’s DEI Newsletter highlights various observances, and awareness and heritage months for May, including  Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn more about them  here.

Nobel Laureate Richard Roberts visited on March 23 as part of the C ommuniversity  A ctions to  R enew  E ngagement (C.A.R.E.) Talks. Ruby Mendenhall, Steven Bentz, Matthew De Venecia, Vivian Dixon , and other team members and partners hosted the event. Also in March, Black billionaire Michael Roberts visited campus and met with CI MED’s students, faculty, staff, and the Black Physicians of Carle. Medical student and entrepreneur, Mohamed Odeh , participated on a panel as part of the launching of the Youth DREAM Incubator™ celebrating entrepreneurship, innovation, and inventions.

Diversity Events:

• The Family Reunion BBQ  - Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 4-7 pm | BNAACC   (1212 W Nevada St, Urbana, IL 61801) - hosted by BNAACC and the Black Joy Project. A healing dance is planned at 5 pm.
• Nominations Open for 2024 Larine Y. Cowan Make a Difference Awards -  The awards celebrate the achievements of faculty, academic professionals, and civic service employees who made significant contributions in creating and sustaining an inclusive living, learning, and working community at Illinois.  Nominations until May 23, 2024.  Learn more  here .
• AAMC Webinars: Developing Diverse and Inclusive Leaders within Academic Medicine Series (IDEAS)

Community Outreach

The CI MED Chapter of the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) organized a "Doctor for a Day" event last week, allowing high school students with an interest in medicine to get a first-hand look at our facilities and ask questions of our students. Read more here. 

Achievements

Nellie Haug has been chosen as the 2024 recipient of the prestigious  Fiddler Innovation Fellowship . The award recognizes Haug’s contributions in innovating patient-centered solutions, including co-founding CerviCare, a new at-home cervical cancer screening test. The Fiddler Innovation Fellowship comes with an award of  $10,000  and a trophy. She is the third CI MED student awarded this honor (previous CI MED recipients were Ariana Barreau in 2021 and Bara Saadah in 2023). Jermaine Chambers was a finalist for the 2024 Fiddler Innovation Fellowship. MD/PhD Candidate Al Smith was a finalist for the Illinois Innovation Award from The Grainger College of Engineering. Read more here. 

Rashid Bashir – Dean of The Grainger College of Engineering and part of the team that founded CI MED – has been elected as a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences , one of the oldest honorary societies in the United States. He is one of 250 inductees nationwide for 2024, and one of five honorees from Illinois. His research focuses on integrating engineering and technology with biology and medicine, from the molecular scale to tissues and systems. Read more about this year’s inductees here .

Several CI MED instructors have received campus-wide awards recognizing excellence in teaching, mentoring, and instruction. BMTS faculty members Matthew Wheeler and  Qian Chen are recipients of the  Campus Award for Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring . This year’s recipients of the  Campus Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching , recognizing excellence among faculty, specialized faculty, and teaching assistants, include Health Innovation Professor Charee Thompson . Read more  here.

Carle Illinois Spotlight

Curriculum Content Developer Jump Simulation Center

How long have you been at Carle Illinois, and where were you before? I have been employed with UIUC since 2022, but recently joined CI MED in 2023 with Jump Simulation Urbana. Before entering the field of medical education, which began with a few years at Carle Foundation with the Neuroscience Institute, I was a public school teacher in the field of special education for over a decade.

Tell us something interesting about yourself. Before transitioning from public education, I earned a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. This academic background fuels my commitment to creating memorable learning experiences for every student.

What do you like most about working at CI MED? I enjoy seeing the students bring the medicine to life in simulation. Simulation is the student’s opportunity to apply their didactics in a safe setting while continuing to grow in confidence and competence.

What are you most looking forward to in the next few months? Professionally, I am looking forward to the opportunity to present about simulation at two different conferences this summer: Central IL Simulation Summit in June and SimOps 2024 in July. Personally, I am looking forward to going to Dollywood with my girls and husband this summer.

Human Resources

Active Searches:

• Associate Dean for Research and Innovation
• Director of Educational Assessment
• Assistant/Associate/Director/Sr. Director of Development
• Director of Student Wellness
• Clerkship Manager
• Coordinator of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Senior Visiting XR Developer
• Office Administrator, Global Consortium

Promotions/Reclassifications and New Hires: Kristen Allen joins CI MED as Coordinator of Student Recruiting on May 6, 2024. Kristen will be responsible for the implementation and execution of the college recruitment plan. Kristen previously taught at the Mahomet-Seymour and Rantoul school districts.

Effective May 9, 2024, Kelsey Marsh joins CI MED as Office Administrator supporting the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (CDEIO), the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, and other faculty and staff. Kelsey was previously an Office Manager at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month . Mental health can involve several areas, including social, emotional, and psychological well-being. This month of awareness is a great time to focus on the promotion of tools, resources, and education to us and our communities while ensuring it becomes an all-year effort. Resources available here:  2024 Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit  |  Illinois Faculty/Staff Assistance and Well-Being Services  |  Illinois Counseling Services

Important Upcoming Events:

• Capstone & Data Science Innovations Day - Thursday, May 2, 2024, 10 am to 3:15 pm, Medical Sciences Building, Auditorium Room 274.
• CI MED Class of 2024 Convocation Ceremony - Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Foellinger Auditorium for Ceremony. Reception to follow at the Illini Union. Join the Convocation Ceremony livestream here .
• R ISE seminar with Annie Tigranyan , Medical Sciences Building (MSB) Auditorium 274, Friday, May 10, 2024, at noon. Register here to attend in person, or attend virtually .
• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Spring Commencement - May 11, 2024, at 9:30 am at Memorial Stadium.
• CI MED Curricular Review: Academic Affairs is conducting a formal review of the curriculum as a whole at the I Hotel on June 3  and  June 10, 2024, from 5–10 pm. RSVP here by May 3.

External Events:

• Quenching Toddlers’ Thirst Healthily presented by Rand Kittani is part of the Illinois Extension’s Nurturing Foundation webinar series – May 2, 2024, at noon. Register here.
• Carle Foundation Hospital: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Multicultural Forum ,  on   Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month   - Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at noon.
• Doughnuts & Dialogue Meetup for Community-Engaged Researchers - This series aims to build and enhance the experience of community-engaged researchers across campus and provide them with the skills and resources needed to impact research in this space. May 10, 2024, from 10 AM to noon at the Siebel Center for Design East Terrace.  Register by May 7 .
• Avicenna Open House – May 11, 2024, from 1-2 pm. 201 West Kenyon Road, Champaign. Learn more here.
• Carle Foundation Hospital Health Equity Grand Rounds: Disrupting Bias in Healthcare - May 30, 2024, at noon -  Register here .

MechSE alumna, CI MED student leverages ME education to win prestigious innovation fellowship

4/26/2024 Beth Hart, Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Written by Beth Hart, Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Haug is completing her second year at CI MED, having earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Illinois in 2022. During both her undergraduate career and in medical school, Haug has taken on projects to innovate and design new devices to advance health care.

“I believe what set me apart was my work with Cervicare,” Haug said. She co-founded the startup with Bhargavee Gnanasambandam to address the diagnostic aspect of cervical cancer.

The team’s solution is a tampon-like sample collection system that is more comfortable, more affordable, and more accessible than the gold-standard Pap test.

“With a mechanical engineering background, I oversaw and contributed to the design of this novel collection system, the most critical component enabling increased access to screening for a preventable disease that still claims the lives of nearly 350,000 women globally,” she said.

MechSE and CI MED Professor Amy Wagoner Johnson cited Haug’s commitment to providing innovative and equitable solutions for underserved patient populations in nominating her for the fellowship.

“Not only is Nellie targeting the issue of gender inequality in healthcare within this project, but she is focusing simultaneously on the intersection of gender, race, socioeconomic status, and locational barriers, thus finding a solution that gives all women increased access to better healthcare,” said Wagoner Johnson, who is also head of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at CI MED.

The Fiddler Innovation Fellowship comes with an award of $10,000 and a trophy. Haug said she plans to continue to work on Cervicare while also pursuing new projects to advance healthcare.

“The funding will provide essential resources for research, development, and collaboration, enabling me to further my impact on health care innovation,” Haug said. One of those other projects is an innovation called AmnioSense, a new pH-sensitive undergarment liner designed to provide expectant women a clear indicator of labor onset. Co-founded with Tessabella Magliochetti Cammarata and Bhargavee Gnanasambandam, the AmnioSense team advanced to the final round of the 2024 Cozad New Venture Challenge, winning an investment of $10,000.

After medical school, Haug anticipates a career that embraces the role of physician-innovator.

“I want to be the amazing, caring doctor that someone tells their family and friends about,” she said. “I also hope to integrate my passion for engineering and innovation into my practice, particularly in device design.”

The Fiddler Innovation Fellowship honors University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign undergraduate and graduate students for excellence in addressing cultural, societal, or global challenges with innovative solutions that have the potential to make a significant impact and incorporate the interdisciplinary areas of creativity, art or design, and technology. It is awarded by the Emerging Digital Research and Education in Arts Media ( eDream ) Institute, which is endowed by Jerry Fiddler and Melissa Alden. eDream is based at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications ( NCSA ).

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This story was published April 26, 2024.

The Graduate College at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The career center: 2024-25 graduate assistant for international student career development, organization, description, responsibilities, and qualifications.

• Recruit, train, and lead students who volunteer as a group leader for the Career Certificate - International Students Program (CC-I)
• Maintain and update career resources for international students, including the weekl newsletter and blogs
• Develop and present workshops for international students in collaboration with The Career Center, campus partners, and RSO’s
• Reach out to international student organizations to promote services and resources provided by The Career Center
• Assist in creating and developing opportunities for international students to connect with alumni and employers
• Collect and summarize data for semester reports, conduct program evaluations, and recommend modifications
• Provide one-on-one resume, cover letter, and Linked-In profile reviews
• Coach students on career exploration and job/internship search strategies, individually and in groups
• Collaborate with The Career Center staff and other campus partners
• Meet regularly with the supervising Assistant Director or Sr. Assistant Director
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director or Sr. Assistant Director
• Experience working with diverse groups of students; knowledge and appreciation of culturaldifferences
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Experience developing and/or presenting programs or workshops
• Experience with information technology, including use of online resources and presentationsoftware
• Excellent customer service and public relations skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and occasional weekends, ability to balance assistantship duties with coursework/class schedule
• Prior experience with and knowledge of career planning resources and activities is preferred
• Experience of having lived outside the U.S. for more than three years is preferred
• Lived experience as an international student in the U.S. is preferred
• Ability to speak additional languages besides English is preferred

Compensation

Application procedure.

Apply to the position:  go.illinois.edu/2024-25INTLGA. Application Deadline: 04/30/2024 11:59 pm. 

Evaluation of qualified applicants will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Interested candidates should complete an application and submit a resume and a cover letter describing how this GA position connects to their field of study and career goals. Interested applications must submit their application here: go.illinois.edu/2024-25INTLGA. For questions regarding the position or application process, reach out to Dr. Pankaj Desai, Senior Assistant Director for Inclusion Initiatives at [email protected].

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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Announces the Siebel School of Computing and Data Science

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign announces the establishment of the Siebel School of Computing and Data Science , made possible by a transformative $50 million gift from Thomas M. Siebel. This cornerstone contribution will propel the university's leadership in computing and data science education and research, shaping the future of technology and innovation.

The Siebel School of Computing and Data Science, housed within The Grainger College of Engineering, marks a significant milestone in the university's commitment to excellence in interdisciplinary education and groundbreaking research. With the generous support of Mr. Siebel, the School will pioneer advancements at the intersection of computing and data science, addressing complex challenges and driving innovation across various fields.

Dean Rashid Bashir expressed his gratitude, stating, “The establishment of the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science exemplifies the University of Illinois’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and fostering collaborative solutions to global challenges. This transformative gift will empower our faculty and students to lead the next generation of technological advancements, further solidifying our position as a world-renowned institution.”

Thomas M. Siebel, UIUC alumnus and CEO of C3 AI , emphasized the importance of investing in education and research to drive societal impact, saying, “We are thrilled to partner with the University of Illinois to establish the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science. By supporting cutting-edge research and fostering innovation, we hope to empower future generations of leaders in technology and society, driving positive change in our world.”

Siebel School of Computing and Data Science

“At Illinois, the power of interdisciplinary and collaborative work is on full display in the way we approach research activity and educational delivery for computing and data science,” said Chancellor Robert J. Jones . “The establishment of the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science through this generous gift from Mr. Siebel will enable us to continue shaping the future of technology and preparing students for success in a digital world.”

“The tremendous support from Mr. Siebel has provided yet another opportunity for the computing and data science community throughout our campus to thrive,” said Nancy M. Amato , Computer Science Department Head and Abel Bliss Professor of Engineering. “Our students and faculty have already played a part in such exciting developments as the first modern web browser, PayPal, YouTube, Siebel Systems, C3 AI and Yelp. And we will continue pursuing innovation in this field at every turn.

“We are also very proud of providing new and more accessible ways for deserving students to find their path into computing education.”

The new school will focus on further advancing frontiers at the intersections of computing and data science; an effort that is already well established through the university’s deep history of computing innovation. The Siebel School of Computing & Data Science is pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees and Illinois Board of Higher Education.

About the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a world-renowned public research university, dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public engagement. With a legacy of innovation spanning more than a century, the university continues to push the boundaries of knowledge and make a lasting impact on society.

About Thomas M. Siebel

Mr. Siebel is an alumnus of the University of Illinois-Urbana (BA, MBA, MS) and is the CEO of C3 AI (NYSE: AI), a leading Enterprise AI application software company.

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This story was published April 24, 2024.

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Spectrum Scholar Spotlight: Ted Farias

Seventeen iSchool master’s students have been named  2023-2024 Spectrum Scholars by the American Library Association (ALA) Office for Diversity, Literacy, and Outreach Services. This "Spectrum Scholar Spotlight" series highlights the School's scholars. MSLIS student Ted Farias earned his BA in psychology from California State University of Long Beach.

Why did you decide to pursue an LIS degree? 

Over the past ten years, library staff employed in different libraries told me that it was nearly impossible and very expensive to complete an LIS degree, which made me shy away from librarianship as a career. In 2022, I was lucky enough to find a job at a public library, and three of my coworkers who are Spectrum Scholars encouraged me to research LIS programs, which led me to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Why did you choose the iSchool at Illinois?

I work with three Illinois alumni who praised this institution, and they recommended that I consider it for graduate study. They all have flourished as librarians, and I consider them to be inspirational colleagues. I researched the iSchool curriculum and MSLIS pathways, and they matched my interests and educational goals. Also, finding out that the iSchool is ranked number one by U.S. News and World Report influenced my choice. 

What particular LIS topics interest you the most?

Mostly, I am interested in public librarianship because I like to find out how accessible, useful, and beneficial public libraries are to their local communities. I want to learn about the history of libraries and what has and hasn’t worked throughout the years, so that futile history won't repeat itself. I want to learn about effective ways of promoting community engagement in libraries. I want to know more about DEI strategies and integrate them into library systems. The topics of blending in social work assistance for library patrons and using art to attract attention to libraries also highly interest me.   

What do you do outside of class?  

I currently work as a library assistant at the Billie Jean King Main Library in Long Beach, California. I am the coordinator for the Family Learning Center at this branch—a place that offers homework help, job search skills, resume building, and computer literacy assistance. For leisure, I enjoy visiting museums, creating art pieces, watching movies, tackling my TBR [to be read] list three books at a time, and satisfying my wanderlust by taking frequent mini vacations.

  What does being a Spectrum Scholar mean to you?

Even now, I am pinching myself in disbelief that I have been chosen as a Spectrum Scholar. I am honored and still processing what this means to me. I am grateful for this opportunity that will alleviate the cost of higher education. I will advocate for promoting cultural diversity and equality in and out of libraries. I am diving into conversations related to DEI topics and the fact that there aren’t enough BIPOC librarians in America. I am looking forward to networking with past and present Spectrum cohorts.  

What career plans or goals do you have?

My main goal is to become an extraordinary librarian in a public library. All my life, I have been a work shapeshifter, an employee who is quite adaptable and welcomes challenging work environments. I consider myself a lifelong learner who, like Alice, gets "curiouser and curiouser" as time goes by. I want to get to know the communities near the library and learn to identify their needs. I want to offer the resources and services that the public requires. I will promote cultural programming suitable for all. I want to make libraries more accessible and efficient for all who seek knowledge as well as those who do not know how to find knowledge at public libraries.

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Class of 2024

Congratulations illinois ece graduates.

We can't wait to celebrate you and your accomplishments.

Here is where you will find all the celebrations, information, and more for the department's activities surrounding 2024 commencement and convocation.

Complete the Illini Success Survey

Whether you have already accepted a job or graduate school offer, have plans to start a business, will be volunteering in the community or abroad, or are still defining your next steps, we ask that you share information about your post-graduation plans.

Completion of the survey qualifies you for a drawing to win a variety of prizes, including Amazon gift cards, Illinois business card holders, and diploma frames. It also provides us with critical information necessary for career and academic advising, student recruitment, and institutional reporting needs.

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ECE Graduation Open House

Friday, May 10 | 3-5 PM| ECE Building Lobby Join us for food, fun and lots of photo opps! Bring your friends and family to show off where you've spent your time becoming an engineer. Brief remarks by ECE Department Head, Bruce Hajek, at 4:00 p.m. Check your email for more information and be sure to register!

ECE Graduation Gifts

Graduates - join us on Friday, May 10, 2024 to celebrate! To receive your gift you will need to complete the Illini Success Survey (show confirmation email or screenshot at pick-up). Can't make it to the event? Stop by the Advancement Suite (1070 ECE Building) during the following times to pick up your gift! Wednesday, May 8:  9:00 am - 11:00 am Thursday, May 9:  11:30 am - 1:30 pm

May 2024 Graduates: Convocation Ceremonies

University-wide Commencement Saturday, May 11, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. Memorial Stadium The Grainger College of Engineering Convocation Ceremony Saturday, May 11, 2024 | 1:30 p.m.  State Farm Center

Nikki Slack Alumni & Donor Relations Coordinator 1070 ECE Building (217) 265-4317 [email protected]

Congratulations on your graduation and welcome to the Illinois ECE alumni family! Please email me with any questions about the grad open house or grad gifts.