Through the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester, Gies staff and faculty are available to support you. Check below for the best way to reach Gies undergraduate affairs staff. Don’t see what you’re looking for or not sure who to contact? Email your question to undergrads@business.illinois.edu we’ll help connect you with the correct team.
Academic Calendar – Updated Dates and Deadlines
The university has temporarily changed many academic policies to accommodate students’ varied needs during the spring 2020 semester.
April 20, 2020:
- Priority registration begins for Summer 2020 and Fall 2020
- Please be sure to check time tickets that came out on April 6th
April 30, 2020:
- Deadline to drop a Spring 2020 full semester course without a W.
- Deadline to select credit/no credit (CR/NC) grading option for full semester and second eight-week courses. Courses taken with CR/NC may be used to fulfill general education, major, and minor requirements for Spring 2020 only. Talk to your advisor before electing CR/NC for Spring 2020 courses.
- Deadline to select campus grade replacement or retract a prior request for campus grade replacement.
Tip of the week:
Illinois Human Resources offers Campus Wellbeing Services
Given the current circumstances surrounding COVID-19, Illinois Human Resources is offering various free virtual wellness events. From Virtual Community Yoga to Mindful Meditation, make sure to check out UIUC Wellness events. More information can be found here. Stay safe and healthy - we are here for you!
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Congratulations to Robert Mitchell and Sarah Jaeger on being named to Poets & Quants For Undergraduate 2020 Best and Brightest!
To read more about Robert Mitchell on Poets & Quants click here.
To read more about Sarah Jaeger on Poets & Quants click here.
Announcements:
- Virtual Peer Advising Available: Peer Advisors are here for you! We partner with the Undergraduate Academic Advising team to assist with course selection, registration processes, four year plans, study abroad courses, major declaration, and academic policies. Virtual Peer Advising will be available on weekdays from 12:00pm - 5:00pm throughout the summer/fall 2020 registration period (April 20th - May 15th). Information about our services, schedule, and Zoom link is provided on our website. If you have questions, please feel free to email us at peerconnect@illinois.edu. More information
- Spring 2021 Study Abroad: The spring 2021 study abroad priority application deadline is May 1. Application fees will be deferred until January. Withdrawal fees will be waived until September 14. More information
- Study Abroad Virtual 'Walk-in' Hours: Seeking guidance with your spring 2021 study abroad application or have other questions about studying abroad? The Study Abroad team is offering virtual “walk-in” appointments every Tuesday & Thursday from 10am-12pm! No need to schedule an appointment. Just join via go.gies.illinois.edu/ZoomStudyAbroadAdvising and use password 352584.
- The Counseling Center is working towards offering telehealth services. Continue to check the website for updates. Existing clients should contact Gies Embedded Counselor, Jennifer House, or the Counseling Center to schedule a phone consultation as needed. The Counseling Center continues to launch virtual workshops.
- Current workshops available: Tuesday @ 7 & Expressive Arts
- Continue to check the Counseling Center website for updates and new workshop information. Workshop and registration information can be located on the COVID-19 resource page on the website. More information
- The Dean's Student Advisory Board (DSAB) is looking for students in the Gies College of Business to join our team. The flyer below provides more details about DSAB and the application process. If you are interested in applying please use the link provided! Applications are due April 18th at 11:59pm and can be found here: More Information
- Finance Academy Applications due Sunday, April 19th: The Finance Academy will begin accepting applications through Sunday, April 19th . In order to apply, you must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and at least freshman standing. More Information
- Student Tech Support Help Desk: Need help with Zoom, Compass or navigating your courses that are now delivered online? The Gies eLearning Student Tech Support Help Desk provides technical support for all Gies undergraduate students. If you experience technical problems in a course please submit this form and provide details of your tech issue.
UIUC COVID-19 announcements/updates can be found here: covid19.illinois.edu
Other Ways to Engage with Gies
- Be sure to check our Instagram and Facebook to see what is happening in the Gies College of Business @giesbusiness
- Don't forget to visit Gies Groups regularly to stay up-to-date with Gies events and resources.
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Congratulations again to our Dean's Scroll Award Recipients!
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