From: Student Success
Date: January 30
Subject: COME TO THE LAB - February 2026

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Come to the Lab! Did you know we offer free snacks and sometimes food? AND WE HAVE FREE HOT COCOA to help you survive the cold. Stop by and visit us - whether you need a place to study or need a break between classes, we are here for you. We also have charging stations and school supplies you can lend including calculators.

New at the Lab! This semester we are hosting an emotional intelligence series: EQ Grab and Go. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how understanding your emotions and how you interact with others can impact your personal life and translate into your professional career. Also, we will be hosting Group Tutoring for FIN 221 on Sundays from 3pm - 6pm and providing dinner. See below for a full list of this month's events!

February Lab Events
Wednesday, February 11: EQ Grab and GO: Book Giveaway with Valentine's Day Celebration
Stop by to grab a free copy of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 which we will be discussing during our EQ series. Also, come celebrate Valentine's Day a few days early and make a card. We will provide the stickers, cards, and supplies and LOTS and LOTS of candy!
11am - 1pm | 1041 BIF - The Lab

Sunday, February 15: Silent Study Sunday 
Don't go through Sunday Scaries alone! Come study with us with intention and structured focus times and breaks to help you stay motivated. We will provide snacks and food (if you stay the first 45 minutes) and rewards including break activities and raffles with prizes!
3pm - 6pm | 1049 BIF
 

Tuesday, February 17, Wednesday, February 25, and Thursday, February 26: Major Course Planning
Ready to start planning for next semester? Our peer advisors will be at the Lab to help you organize your schedule and plan ahead.
2pm - 3pm | 1041 BIF - The Lab

Wednesday, February 18 and February 25: InFocus
Join us for our 1st and 2nd InFocus session with Jen House, our imbedded counselor. This 4-week program is designed to address concerns students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and ADHD-like symptoms commonly have. 
4pm - 5pm | 1041 BIF - The Lab

Monday, February 23: Take Ten with Jen
Come take a mental break and chat with our imbedded counselor, Jen. We will provide journals and other fun giveaways!
10:30am - 12:30pm | BIF Atrum - 1038 West 

Study Tables are back - starting February 8th!
Study Tables are hosted by Peer Mentors and Tutors Sundays - Wednesdays. Tutoring is available for early Business Core courses: CS 105, Econ 102, Econ 103, FIN 221, Math 234, STAT 100, STAT 107. Meet with the team one-on-one, as a group, or just sit and study! View the full schedule on Student Success Gies Groups - Study Tables
Sundays, 2 - 8pm | Mondays - Wednesdays from 3 - 6pm | 1041 BIF - The Lab

Sunday Study Groups - starting February 8th!
We are hosting Group Tutoring for FIN 221 on Sundays. Come with your questions and connect with peers in the course. Dinner will be provided. Sign up using the link below! 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SS_-TkOpAxyI7-xtG_3g2eHsW7umIQf3Az-XpvTvcgQ/edit?tab=t.0
FIN 221: Sundays, 3 - 6pm | 1041 BIF - The Lab
 

Weekly Services
Express Advising: Monday - Friday, 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm
Study Tables with Tutors & Mentors: Sunday 2pm - 8pm, Mondays - Wednesday 3pm - 6pm
Peer Advising: Monday - Thursday, 11am - 3pm

View the full Lab Calendar of Events on Student Success Gies Groups

EVENT EQ Series: Book Grab and Go! Wednesday, February 11 11:00am - 1:00pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal The Lab is reading Emotional Intelligence 2.0. Come grab a free book and treats to read along with us! VIEW EVENT

EVENT Silent Study Sundays Sunday, February 15 3:00pm - 6:00pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal Exams and projects coming up? Come join us at the lab for a quiet, productive space to study. We will provide the space and rewards! VIEW EVENT

EVENT Creating a Graduation Plan Tuesday, February 17 2:00pm - 3:00pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal Join the advising team to create a draft of course plans through graduation. VIEW EVENT

EVENT InFocus Wednesday, February 18 4:00pm - 5:30pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal In Focus is a 4-week program designed to address concerns students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and ADHD-like symptoms commonly have. This series is typically offered throughout the fall and spring semesters. This program is open to all Illinois students—you do not need to be a current client of the Counseling Center. This series is interactive and gives students practical tips for improving focus. We’ll cover: Week 1: Procrastination Week 2: Time Management Week 3: Goal Setting Week 4: Stress Management and Self-Care It works best if you attend all weeks, but you can attend any of the weeks as a stand-alone workshop. VIEW EVENT

EVENT Take Ten: Gratitude Reset Monday, February 23 10:30am - 11:30am Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal Brighten your day with a quick gratitude journaling activity in the Atrium with Gies embedded clinical counselor, Jen House. Pick up a free gratitude journal, complete three simple prompts, and take a moment to appreciate something good in your day. Drop in anytime - just ten minutes can help you reset and feel better! VIEW EVENT

EVENT Adding a Double Major/Minor Wednesday, February 25 2:00pm - 3:00pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal Join the advising team to create a draft of course plans with a double major and/or minor! VIEW EVENT

EVENT InFocus Wednesday, February 25 4:00pm - 5:30pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal In Focus is a 4-week program designed to address concerns students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and ADHD-like symptoms commonly have. This series is typically offered throughout the fall and spring semesters. This program is open to all Illinois students—you do not need to be a current client of the Counseling Center. This series is interactive and gives students practical tips for improving focus. We’ll cover: Week 1: Procrastination Week 2: Time Management Week 3: Goal Setting Week 4: Stress Management and Self-Care It works best if you attend all weeks, but you can attend any of the weeks as a stand-alone workshop. VIEW EVENT

EVENT Digging Into Major Curriculum Thursday, February 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm Private Location (sign in to display) Add to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal Join the advising team to learn about course selection for your major and interests. VIEW EVENT