Experienced Academic Advisors help guide you through your academic journey at Gies and position you for a bright future. They are your advocates. They get to know you, answer your questions, help you choose classes, declare a major and stay on track for graduation.

Access & Engagement works to create a community within Gies that fosters engagement, advocacy, and appreciation for differences that influence the success of all students. Access & Engagement hosts events and programs for all students.

Embedded Counseling primarily offers counseling services to students within the department or college they serve. In so doing, they are able to better understand the unique needs of students in the areas where they are based. The Gies Embedded counselor is Jennifer House and her office can be found in 1055 BIF.

Gies Global offers short-term programs, semester programs at top universities around the world, and international summer internships to prepare students to compete in a global business environment. Meet with a member from the team through Express Advising, information sessions, and scheduling an appointment.

Gies Groups is an engagement platform for the Gies College of Business. Stay up-to-date with events happening in the College. Download the Gies Groups mobile app for either Android or iPhone. If you have any problems or questions, visit Gies Groups Help Desk or email giesgroups@business.illinois.edu.

Are you interested in developing your Excel skills? Do you want to practice coding, attend skill building workshops, or build your resume with certifications? The Margolis Marketing Information Lab is here to help Gies students build Financial Markets literacy, no matter your major or experience level- and it's all free!

The Office of Career and Professional Development in 1034 BIF provides career advising, skill development workshops, résumé reviews, career fairs, virtual interview space, and much more.

Have questions about campus life, class scheduling, or planning for graduation? Peer Advisors are available in the Success Lab (BIF 1041) Monday-Thursday from 11am-3pm to answer any questions and provide support.

Peer Mentors are current undergraduate Gies students who draw on their recent academic and community experiences to support fellow students. Through monthly study tables focused on academic skill development and community engagement, Peer Mentors help guide degree progression and foster a sense of belonging within the Gies community.

Peer Tutoring services are free and help with Business Core courework: FIN 221, Fin 300, CS 105, STAT 100, Math 234 (Spring only), Math 220, Econ 102/103/302, BADM 210/211 Office Hours Prep. ACCY 201/202 tutoring along with other higher level accounting courses is offered through the Accountancy Department. Visit the ACCY website for additional information.

The Success Lab is open Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm in 1041 BIF. All undergraduate students are welcome to take part in the programming offered in the space and utilize resources in the space, including the Lending Library, Free Print Friday, snacks, charging station, and more!

ARC Student Food Pantry ensures that the Illinois community has access to nutritious food and key necessities in a welcoming and educational space. Located at 201 E. Peabody Dr., in the rear of the ARC Instructional Kitchen (entrance on the concourse level, next to the indoor climbing wall).

The Chez Veterans Center's mission is to maximize the academic, social, health and career potential of veterans and military connected persons. They provide mentoring, academic services, career support, and more! Located at 908 W Nevada St.

The Child Care Resource Service is fully accredited, full-time early childhood education for children of faculty, staff and students. Located at 905 South Goodwin Ave.

The Connie Frank CARE Center (formerly the Student Assistance Center) serves as the first point of contact for students who call, email, or walk in to the Office of the Dean of Students. Assistant Deans help students understand university policies and procedures, connect them to campus resources, support students in crisis, and more! Located in 300 Turner Services Building.

The Counseling Center provides mental health counseling and wellbeing education for students. The center is staffed by a group of diverse professionals who understand the range of concerns facing students. Located at 610 East John Street.

The Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) offers activities, services and resources for students with disabilities and guidance for faculty on accessible teaching. Located at 1207 S Oak Street.

The ID Center distributes i-cards for students, faculty and staff. All students and new employees must visit the ID Center to get their i-card. The first i-card is free but replacements for broken, lost or stolen i-cards cost $20. Students, faculty, and staff can also use their i-card as a debit card at campus dining halls and fast-food restaurants with Illini Cash. Cash must be put on the students i-card ahead of time. Debit or Credit cards may also be used at these places. Located at 809 S Wright St, 1st Floor of Illini Union Bookstore.

Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative is a program for students who identify with any neurodivergent condition. INI promotes the success of its students from orientation through graduation through programming and resources. Located at 904 W. Nevada St.

Illinois International Students and Scholars Services is a resources for international students whether they are checking in, have questions about their status, need to take a break from campus, or have other questions. Located at 910 S. Fifth St.

The Jeffries Center provides outside the classroom learning experiences, to physical and emotional wellness, leadership opportunities, global awareness, safety, fun, and career preparation for all students. The Jeffries Center works diligently to advocate for diversity, inclusion, and the establishment of a safe and welcoming community for all. Located at 130 Turner Student Services Building.

The Office for Student Conflict Resolution supports the community standards of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign by promoting ethical decision making, encouraging personal and social responsibility, and facilitating the effective resolution of conflict. Located at 300 Turner Student Services Building.

Open Illinois provides information, resources and guidance for undocumented, DACA and those impacted by immigration reform. Located at 614 E. Daniel St.

Student Legal Services has a long and proud tradition of providing legal services and awareness of the law to the students of the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign. Located at 324 Illini Union.

Looking for work? The University of Illinois Virtual Job Board helps students find part-time jobs on and off campus.

The Illini Union Bookstore is the official University of Illinois Campus Store for all products and merchandise, including required educational materials. You can check the required textbooks for your courses, buy your textbooks, and compare prices to find the best deal on your texts. Located at 809 S. Wright St.

Depending on your financial aid package, you may be eligible for a scholarship or federal student loan disbursement, which can be used to pay for your course materials. Check with the Office of Student Financial Aid to learn more about your options. Located at 620 E. John St.

The Asian American Cultural Center provides many programs that are related to Asian American interest and academics. It is open to university students, faculty, and staff. Located at 1210 W. Nevada St.

Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center provides a network of programs and support services promoting the individual, social, cultural and academic well-being of Illinois' African American students. Located at 1212 W. Nevada St.

The Gender & Sexuality Resource Center fosters an environment that is open, safe, and inclusive for people of all sexualities and identities. It exists for anyone who is interested in learning about LGBTQIA2S+ people, issues, and concerns. Located at 616 E. Green St. Suite 202.

La Casa Cultural Latina has the mission to promote a welcoming and dynamic atmosphere through the development of educational, cultural, socio-political, and social programs that lead to greater recruitment, retention, advancement, and empowerment of Latina/o students. Located at 1203 W. Nevada St.

The Native American House aims to create an empowering university context for Native students by promoting cultural, familial, and place-based relationships that are important to Native student success. The NAH welcomes faculty, staff, and students, while centering the voices and lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples. Located at 1206 W. Nevada St.

The Salaam Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Cultural Center seeks to provide a home for a border-fluid MENA community and inspire holistic student success, inclusion, and belonging. Located at 700 S. Gregory St. Suite E.

The Women's Resource Center works to improve the campus climate for women-identified students, by developing and implementing programs that address social issues through an intersectional lens. They work collaboratively with individuals and groups to identify personal, social, economic and political issues that adversely affect women, and offers support through advocacy, education, financial awards, and social action. Located at 616 E. Green St., Suite 202.

On-campus residence halls offer a variety of arrangements, including living-learning communities, and options for undergraduate students. Many students say that their time living on campus and the friends they made there were among their most cherished college memories. On-campus residents have access to programming, tutoring, interactions with faculty, and connections to other students and campus resources.

Private certified housing are privately owned and operated housing options that are certified by the University for first-year students and upperclassmen. In order to maintain certification with the University, these housing facilities must meet certain requirements including offering dining plans, residence life staff and community programming. Many sorority and fraternity houses are also certified, but housing is usually tied to membership, and thus not available to first-year students unless they become members of the chapter.

University housing offers a variety of unique options and programs for students in a variety of special situations. Special living options can be requested when filling out your Housing contract.

The Business Living Learning Community is a community for first-year students interested in pursuing business as a field of study, seeking to enhance their interest and/or understanding of business or want to develop a foundational understanding of how business interacts with other fields. Business LLC students gain access to special courses, guest speakers, and resources.

The Office of the Dean of Students provides a list of services and resources available on-campus and in the community for basic housing needs. Basic needs refers to access to essential services that impact overall health and well-being. This resource list includes information on emergency housing, homelessness, rent assistance, and utility assistance.