A Message from Dean Jackson:
Let me start by expressing my gratitude to all of you, for your perseverance during these unprecedented times. Abiding by all of the testing and protocols, along with navigating through remote learning is a testament to your commitment to protecting each other and our college. I hope you all were able to read Dean Brown’s message that shares how your commitment gives us confidence for the fall semester. As of today, Gies is fully prepared and committed to returning to normal levels of face-to-face teaching in Fall 2021. Of course, these plans come with the obvious caveats: we’re a public institution so we’ll need to honor any regulations imposed by the State of Illinois. However, given our outstanding testing protocols and the rapid expansion of vaccinations, we’re very optimistic that we can provide normal levels of in-person instruction for the fall semester. In the meantime, please remain vigilant to keep yourselves and each other safe, especially as we see the great progress we’ve made in our state and local communities. I can’t wait to see everyone on campus!
March 19
- Deadline for ALL students to drop a POT A (1st 8 week) course via Student Self-Service without grade of W. Students may contact their college office to request an exception by petition to the drop deadline in the case of extraordinary circumstances.
- Deadline for UG to remove incomplete grade from previous semester to prevent change to F grade
- Deadline for UG to file intent to use Campus Grade Replacement option in a POT A course
- Deadline to withdraw from ALL classes and receive an approximate 50% refund for full semester classes
March 22
- POT B courses begin (non-standard courses may begin earlier or later)
March 24
- Break – Non-instructional day should be left entirely free of any mandatory course obligations.
- New International Business Minor: As a student minoring in international business, you will gain a clear understanding of the opportunities, challenges, and complexities involved with global business. Global managers face a diverse set of circumstances when engaging in cross-border business activities, and this minor prepares students to successfully navigate such complexities when engaging in global business, operating multinational enterprises, and completing international transactions.Talk to your academic advisor about whether or not this minor is the right fit for you.
- The Virtual Mojo Summer Internship - India: Work virtually with super unique start-ups or not-for-profits in India making a substantial social impact in their respective fields. Open to any major. Application deadline is March 15. Scholarships are available. Other international virtual internships are also available. Contact Gies Study Abroad for details and options.
- Senior 100 Honorary Application: Senior 100 Honorary is a ceremony that honors the most outstanding graduating seniors. This event recognizes 100 seniors for academic achievement and campus involvement. This prestigious award allows hard-working seniors to be acknowledged for their commitment to the university throughout their four years! Seniors, the application is currently open. Please apply on our website by March 29, 2021, at 11:59 pm.
- Mental Health Resources from Embedded Counselor: Interested in learning some self-help tools for your mental health and self-care? Check out some of our services by clicking on the hyperlink. As always, please reach out to embedded counselor, Jennifer House, via email (jhouse@illinois.edu) to schedule an appointment, learn more about resources or collaborate together on a project.
Undergraduate Success Lab (1041BIF) Announcements:
- Interview Room Bookings: The Undergraduate Success Lab offers Gies students the opportunity to reserve interview rooms in BIF. Please visit the Success Lab website to book rooms. (Link: Interview Room Bookings)
- Interview room bookings are open to undergraduate Gies students only
- Gies students are allowed up to a 2-hour time slot, twice per week
UIUC COVID-19 announcements/updates can be found here:
covid19.illinois.edu
Student Affairs COVID-19 Support Resources
Gies Undergraduate Affairs COVID-19 Contacts and Resources
Other Ways to Engage with Gies
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Be sure to check our Instagram and Facebook to see what is happening in the Gies College of Business @giesbusiness
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Don't forget to visit Gies Groups regularly to stay up-to-date with Gies events and resources.
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