From: Alex See
Date: September 5, 2021
Subject: Week 3: Gies at a Glance -- A message from Gies Undergraduate Affairs


Academic Advising Career Services  Events  Study Abroad  


Gies Undergraduate News Update 
Gies Business Career Fair and Career Resources

Academic Calendar (https://registrar.illinois.edu/academic-calendars/fall-2021-academic-calendar/)

September 6
  • Labor Day (all-campus holiday)
September 17 
  • Deadline for UG to drop 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 elect credit/no credit or change credit/no credit to regular grade basis in POT A course
  • Deadline for UG to file intent to use Campus Grade Replacement option in POT A course

OUA Announcements:

  • Office of Undergraduate Affairs is OPEN:  Stop by the Office of Undergraduate Affairs in 1055 Business Instructional Facility (BIF).  We are open M-F from 8:30am - 5pm (CST).  You can also reach us by calling 217.333.2740 or emailing undergrads@business.illinois.edu.    
     
  • Academic Advising:

    • Express Advising:  Talk to a peer or professional Advisor with a brief question during Express Advising.  Peer advisors are available 9am - 5pm M, T, W, TH and 9am - 3pm on Fridays in the Undergraduate Success Lab (1041 BIF).  Wednesday afternoon Express Advising is virtual.  View the Express Advising and peer advising schedule on Undergraduate Advising Gies Groups.

    • Scheduled Appointment:  Every Gies student is assigned to at least two Academic Advisors.  Unassigned (Undeclared) students can schedule with Unassigned, Finance, or Business Administration Advisors.  These are 30 minute in-person or Zoom appointments.  Once a student declares a major, they will only be able to schedule with their Major Academic Advisor(s).  Students pursuing a double major should meet with advisors from both majors 
       
  • Seeking Gies Ambassadors:  The Office of Undergraduate Affairs is recruiting Gies Undergraduate Ambassadors for the Fall 2021 semester. The Gies Undergraduate Ambassador program is a volunteer and leadership opportunity for students to represent the Gies College of Business in both branding and recruitment efforts. Ambassadors play a critical role in facilitating recruitment and informational events throughout the year for prospective students. Ambassadors are also crucial to the school’s marketing strategies for photos, videos, special Gies branding events and more! Most importantly, Gies Ambassadors are a valuable connection to students as we build the future of our college community. more info 
     
  • Admissions Team Applications!: Gies College of Business has openings on its Undergraduate Admissions student team. Student team members assist with recruiting and connecting with prospective and admitted students and their families via in-person, phone, and online interactions. More information
    Apply by Friday, September 10 at 11:59pm.
     
  • Gies Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off: Access and Multicultural Engagement in Gies Undergraduate Affairs invites you to join us for the 2021 Gies Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off scheduled for Tuesday, September 14 from 1-3pm in the BIF Atrium. Stop by to learn more about Hispanic Heritage in the U.S., make a paper flower, take a selfie, and enjoy traditional Hispanic candies. 
     
  • Apply to Become a Section Leader for Business 101!: The College of Business is looking for undergraduate students to be Section Leaders for Business 101 during the Fall of 2022. Section Leaders are responsible for leading students in a course that teaches professional responsibility and ethical values necessary to succeed at the University of Illinois and in the business world. This is a paid position that can dramatically change the lives of hundreds of students each year. The application deadline is Sunday, Sept 19th @ 11:59pm. Link to Apply: https://forms.gle/pGNQbhXz5k26W35v9 

Undergraduate Success Lab Announcements:

The Undergraduate Success Lab, located in 1041 BIF, is not only the home of Peer Advising and Peer Tutoring, but this year will be hosting events every Wednesday from 12pm-5pm and Friday from 3pm-5pm. 

This weeks events:

  • Wednesday, September 8, the Success Lab is hosting The Business Career Center from 1-4pm featuring Career Chats. To register use this link: https://cglink.me/2dL/r1163842. 
     
  • Friday, September 10, it's Fun Friday in the Success Lab. Stop by from 3-5pm to relax with your peers, grab a snack, and a Gies Coloring sheet!

College Announcements:

 

Single-use mask recycling collection box in 1055BIF
Collection Box now availble in Office of Undergradaute Affairs 1055BIF