Message from Associate Dean, Dr. Kevin Jackson

While the weather reminds us that winter is on its way, I’m still feeling the aftermath of Thanksgiving; even now, I bear the discomfort of a stretched belly. There is an undoubted connection between Thanksgiving and a full tummy, but today I’m reminded that the connection is more than the manifestation of eating too much turkey and dressing. That contentment from eating well brings me to a place of gratitude for having the means to eat regularly, without a fear of hunger. Admittedly, I’m too often distracted from that place of gratitude. I find myself focused on all the things that could be better in our College, on our campus, and in our country. But by any objective measure, I have much to be thankful for; my bet is that we all do. May we all find joy in that which is good for us, and may that joy give us grateful hearts to be shared with others. Be well!

Upcoming Opportunities

• Emergency Scholarship due TOMORROW, Tuesday, November 27 at 5pm! The Gies College of Business is once again offering a one-time scholarship opportunity available for undergraduate students with need resulting from recent changes in their financial circumstances (e.g. difficulty with tuition, unanticipated expenses, family hardships, etc.). To apply, complete the form here.
• Graduating Seniors: Add yourself to the Spring 2019 degree list! To do so, visit apps.uillinois.edu/selfservice/, click the Block I to login, click Graduation tab, click Apply to Graduate, click Spring 2019 and follow the steps to submit.
• Become a Spring 2019 Gies Student Ambassador and volunteer to help with Gies recruitment efforts for prospective students. Some opportunities include having lunch with a prospective student, allowing a prospect to attend a course with you, talking with families at large college events, and more. Click here for more information.
• ÔÇïÔÇïÔÇïÔÇïÔÇïThe Dean's Student Advisory Board (DSAB) works very closely with the Office of the Dean, faculty, and staff regularly to source ideas and implement meaningful change. DSAB is currently looking for first-year students to join their team. Applications are due by December 1, 2018, click here to apply.

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Other Ways to Engage with Gies

• Be sure to check our bi-weekly Instagram videos to see what is happening in the Gies College of Business. @giesbusiness
• Don't forget to check Gies Groups regularly to stay up-to-date with Gies events and resources.

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Reminder

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