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Apply for a 2018-19 LAS Scholarship
You can apply for more than 20 LAS scholarships for 2018-19 using one application. Last year the college awarded more than $580,000 in scholarships to continuing LAS students. Undergraduates who will be continuing as full-time students in the next academic year should apply by May 18 (students graduating in December may still apply). Learn more about the scholarships available.
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ATLAS internships available Rolling applications for Summer 2018 and Fall 2018 Are you interested in technology, motivated to learn and work on projects for clients, and possess good communication skills? ATLAS with match you with on and off campus clients. We help interns learn the skills necessary for their positions, and grow their professional and technology abilities. There are a variety of different positions for Summer and Fall ‘18. ATLAS internships have no GPA or expertise requirement. Course credit may be available for qualified students. Apply here. Questions? Email atlas-internships@illinois.edu.
Writers Workshop finals prep events 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, 205 Greg Hall, and 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 1028 Lincoln Hall The Writers Workshop is sponsoring a series of interactive presentations to support students preparing for final papers and exams. Coming up this week are “Strategically Using Sources: Reading, Writing, and Integrating Them into Your Work” and “The Final Check: Proofreading and Self- Editing Strategies” on April 17 and 18. Writers Workshop
Stuck on summer plans? Visit the LAS Life + Career Design Lab 1-5 p.m. every Monday-Friday, 2040 Lincoln Hall Meet with a Life + Career Design Lab peer intern to learn how to link your academic experiences with professional development this summer, and “find your way” through valuable experiences at Illinois. Review your resume and current skills, and design a path forward that works for you.
LAS dual degree info sessions 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2043 Lincoln Hall Are you interested in pursuing a Liberal Arts & Sciences major and another major in a different college on campus? Come to a dual degree info session to learn about the requirements and application process for pursuing a dual degree! A full list of dates and times can be found on the website. Tenaya Reifsteck
AXΣ Krug Lecture with Charles M. Lieber 10 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 116 Roger Adams Laboratory Please join Alpha Chi Sigma professional chemistry fraternity for our annual Krug Lecture featuring esteemed guest lecturer Charles M. Lieber from Harvard University! The topic of the lecture is the applications of single cell nanoelectronic tools in the brain to solve complex neuroscience problems, including aging and vision. The event is free and all are welcome to attend. Contact
Tech Tidbits by ATLAS Remember using your myIllini account from when you applied to Illinois? Now you can use myIllini as a current student! When you log in to myIllini, you’ll see the myIllini dashboard, which allows you to see your schedule, grades from the previous semester, announcements, financial aid information, your account balance, and your DARS report all in one handy spot. To log into myIllini, click here. |
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Undergraduate law review: introductory meeting 6 p.m. Monday, April 16, 111 Gregory Hall This is the first meeting of the only undergraduate law review at the University. Students of all backgrounds are encouraged to come hear what the law review will be and how they can get involved. The law review will cover legal current events in an in-depth, biannual publication. Kyra Sadovi
Illinois Business Consulting info session 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 3009 Business Instructional Facility (BIF) (dress is business casual) Illinois Business Consulting (IBC) is the nation’s largest professionally-managed, student-run consulting firm. IBC recruits from all disciplines, and LAS students bring a unique outlook to projects with real clients ranging from large technology firms to startups and nonprofits. IBC can help broaden your project and client experience, enhance technical skills, and you develop an edge to thrive within a variety of careers and industries! Register for the info session on Facebook, and email us if you have any questions.
Interconnect Dinner and Dialogue Series: Academic Writing Presented by the Writers Workshop 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, Asian American Cultural Center, 1210 W. Nevada St., Urbana No matter if you are preparing for your dissertation or just starting a one-page report, the Writers Workshop is here to help! They will provide you with some tips on improving your academic writing and talk more about their writing services. Doo Jae Park
Unwinding Time and Temporality: Bio-Humanities Undergraduate Research Symposium 2-5 p.m. Friday, April 20, IPRH Lecture Hall (fourth floor), Levis Faculty Center, 919 W. Illinois St., Urbana Time is traditionally viewed as regulated, unending, and constant, yet one can relate to the feeling of time flying by in moments of joy or moving along at a snail’s pace in moments of boredom. This symposium will explore the paradox between these two relationships to time, by integrating models of time and temporality from various biological and cultural disciplines. Kelly Delahanty
Get involved with Colleges Against Cancer Relay For Life: 10 p.m.-6 a.m. Saturday, April 21, CRCE Student organizations like Colleges Against Cancer offer valuable opportunities for volunteerism and leadership. Start getting involved by joining Relay For Life 2018! Relay For Life is a cancer walk and fundraiser for The American Cancer Society. All money raised goes directly to support cancer patients and their families. The event includes free food, entertainment, and activities. It will also include ceremonies to remember those we've lost, celebrate survivors, and fight back against cancer. Grace Akin |
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Open registration and enrollment begins: Monday, April 23
Last day of class: Wednesday, May 2
Reading Day (no classes, no final exams): Thursday, May 3
Final exams: Friday, May 4-Friday, May 11
Graduation ceremonies: Saturday, May 12-Sunday, May 13 |
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NEED TO MEET WITH AN ADVISOR? Find a list of unit and college advisors along with hours and contact information on the college website. |
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The LAS Lineup provides information about events, opportunities, and deadlines to help you plan your week. It is published by the LAS Student Academic Affairs Office every Monday morning during the fall and spring semesters and is sent to all LAS undergraduates. Faculty and staff can subscribe here. |
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