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Gies Scholars Updates: 9/4/23

Rachel Newell - Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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Gies ScholarS updates September 4, 2023

Note from Rachel

Happy Labor Day, Excellent Gies Scholars!

They say this holiday weekend marks the last official weekend of summer. Who "they" are, I’m not quite sure. But in many ways, I like having something to mark the end of one season and the start of a new one. I marked this unofficial end of summer by spending a day on a boat and getting one last sunburn! Whoo hoo!

I'm now excited to officially start embracing all things fall – PSL, backyard fire pits, cool brisk hikes, rich earthy colors. And though fall is often thought of as a season when things start to retract and die, this quote Albert Camus resonates with me...   

"Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower."

As a student for many years and an educator now, fall, like spring, has always felt like a time for fresh starts and new beginnings. And this year feels no different. There are many new names to learn and events to plan, goals to set and new decorations to hang. I hope this new season, which officially starts with the fall equinox on September 23rd, is one that you can embrace as well.

And if you’re needing some inspiration or tools to get started on making changes in this new season, I recommend taking a look at the Tuesday@7 workshops offered by the Counseling Center and the many resources provided by the University Library.

Here’s to an amazing fall!!!

Best,
Rachel Newell
Assistant Director of Gies Honors

Conversations with Leaders

TOMORROW!

Join us for an intimate Conversations with Leaders talk featuring Pam Lins, McDonald’s Assistant Controller and Sr. Director Global FP&A.

Attendance will be limited to 10 students.

To receive full credit for your attendance, you'll be required to complete a reflection following the talk.

Pam is a financial expert with fifteen years of experience at McDonald’s and Deloitte. She is a relatable, passionate leader who cares deeply about the success of the organizations and people she serves. Pam is relentlessly focused on driving results and simultaneously helping others accomplish their goals. She aspires to make increasing levels of impact across the organizations she serves, the people she leads, and the business community.
RSVP for Pam

Explore C-U

Things to do and places to see around Champaign-Urbana

SPEAK Cafe
Thursday, September 7
6:00-7:30pm
Krannert Art Museum Main Level, Cafe
 
SPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Expression, Art, and Knowledge. SPEAK is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum organized and facilitated by Shaya Robinson. This month we feature Master Storyteller, Dawn Blackman, and the exhibition Storywork: The Prints of Marie Watt from the Collections of Jordan Schnitzer and His Family Foundation.

Arcola Broomcorn Festival
September 8th-10th
Downtown Arcola, IL

Arcola celebrates its heritage as the “Broomcorn Capital of the World” with the renowned annual Broomcorn Festival. Visitors can see broom making, broom activities, arts and crafts vendors, free entertainment,5K and 10K race, great food, and a gigantic parade with our local, famous Lawn Rangers! The event, always held the weekend after Labor Day, honors Arcola’s position in the late nineteenth century as a center of broomcorn production. Arcola is located about 30 minutes south of C-U off I-57. 

Gies Scholars Requirements

Be sure to familarize yourself with what is required to maintain your status as a Gies Scholar. Here's a quick overview and you can find more details here.

Everyone is required to do the following:

  • Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher each semester (Freshman, this is checked at the end of your first academic year)
  • Complete your required Gies Scholar cohort course
  • Attend and submit a reflection for 2 Conversation with Leaders events
  • Participate in at least 1 professional developement activity
Additionally, Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors must...
  • Actively participate in at least one Gies College of Business organization recognized by the Council of Presidents OR another approved activity
  • Upload your current resume to the annual activity report form by the end of the academic year

Essential Info

How do I meet with an advisor?

Drop-in Express Advising: For shorter questions or questions that need a quick response: Monday-Friday 10 am-12 pm, 1-3pm

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