Overcoming Procrastination workshop

Do you keep putting off until tomorrow things you could do today?
Getting into a habit of waiting until the last minute and then scrambling to get things done?
Is procrastination beginning to impact your grades?
Come learn how to conquer procrastination in easy, practical steps!

Wednesday, Oct. 3
7-8pm
295 Undergraduate Library
Sponsored by The Division of General Studies
Presented by The Counseling Center Paraprofessionals

Master of Social Work/Master of Public Health

See attached poster for date/time/place info for visit by representative from Washington Univ (St. Louis) Brown School of  Social Work. Session will introduce programs and answer questions about the application process. Attendees receive a waiver of the Brown School application fee.

For more info, contact Jamie Bolar (jbolar@wustl.edu, 314-935-8879)

another update regarding the Business minor

The May Application Period will be eliminated beginning in January 2014. Therefore, the May 2013 Application Period will be the final May Application Period.

Admission policy & practice changes to begin on January 1, 2014-

· Applicants must submit their Business Minor Applications throughout the month of January. All applicants will be notified of their admission decisions by Mid-February.

· The May Application Period will be eliminated.

· Applicants must complete at least 45 hours and all the Prerequisite courses by the end of the fall semester to become eligible for admission from the January Application Period.

· All admitted students will enroll into the summer sessions and fall semester Business Minor courses during the April Advanced Registration Period. Admitted students will be strongly advised to begin the minor’s course requirements with enrollment into the summer session Business Minor courses.

More info here: http://business.illinois.edu/undergrad/academics/business-minor-for-non-business-majors.aspx

LeaderShape

The Illinois LeaderShape® Institute is a six-day, five-night program where you experience a leadership process that teaches visioning, the importance of developing relationships, and leading with integrity.


Information Session: Oct. 3 @ 1:00 p.m. (209 Illini Union)
Information Session: Oct. 4 @ 7:00 p.m. (209 Illini Union)

Applications Due: October 29, 2012

Program Dates: January 6-11, 2013

LeaderShape is seeking a diverse student population and encourages students to attend an informational session. Contact DGS Representative, Lori West for additional information: 807 S. Wright St., Fl 5, loriwest@illinois.edu.

Global Zero

This October (12th-14th) Global Zero is excited to host our first-ever Midwest regional Institute in Chicago.

The institute will include: 

Policy and organizing trainings

Sessions on developing Global Zero chapters and planning for the future

Notable Global Zero signatory speakers, including Fmr. NATO Supreme Allied Commander Gen. (Ret.) Jack Sheehan

Networking with aspiring student leaders from across the Midwest and Europe

Meals and accommodations will be provided at no cost to students, and travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Application deadline is September 28th (the deadline might be extended for exceptional applicants).

They're looking to recruit students who are creative, enthusiastic, hardworking, and passionate about doing good things for the world. Below are two of their recruitment videos that give a great picture of what Global Zero is and how students are involved: Global Zero London Institute, Join Global Zero!

volunteers needed this Saturday!

The Office of Volunteer Programs has a volunteer opportunity with the Eastern Illinois Foodbank that needs about 50 more volunteers this Saturday (9/29) from 9-11:15a. Orientation for Saturday was held today and volunteers who missed the orientation can contact Kristen at volunteer@eifoodbank.org or 217-328-3663 for more information instead. Anyone can register to volunteer by completing the form at: https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/2913797, by emailing volunteer@eifoodbank.org or calling Kristin at (217) 328-3663.. See below for more info. Volunteers may be able to get tickets to the football game after volunteering.

Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) Food for Families Kickoff Volunteers
When: September 29, 2012
Time: 9-11:30am
Where: Outside Memorial Stadium

60 volunteers needed. Register to volunteer by completing the form at: https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/2913797

What is Food for Families? FFF is EIF’s annual 2 week community food and funds drive.This year, the drive will run from Oct 1 – 14.This will be the 26th year that local schools, businesses, grocery stores and organizations collect food and money for the Foodbank and help feed individuals and families in eastern Illinois. Last year, schools alone raised over $7,000 and more than 5,000 pounds of food—which is equivalent to 31,000 meals.

Every volunteer will receive a t-shirt and must come to an orientation. Volunteers must follow Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) regulations which allow us to fundraise outside of the stadium. Learn at orientation what we can and can’t do. Volunteers will also receive more info on the EIF.

Your feedback can help us create better projects!

Tell OVP what kind of volunteer opportunities interest you by completing the form at: https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/6612876.