At a Glance: January 22, 2024

Jan 28, 2024

Online Programs Announcements

Spring 2 Registration Reminder

Have not registered for Spring 2nd 8 Weeks? There is still time to view your spring course offerings and get registered. Some courses reach capacity before the course begins, so register early to ensure a seat in the course. While you may register up to 11:59 pm CT on the first day of class, please register by Wednesday, February 28 to ensure you have access to Canvas and Coursera by soft launch. Have a question about registration? Drop by Express Advising for a quick 15 minute 1:1 or reach out to us through i-support@illinois.edu.

Know Someone Interested in Gies Online?

Share the following virtual event with your colleagues and invite them to learn more about Gies and hear straight from our current learners! Linked in Live with Gies Online on Thursday, February 8 at 12:00 pm CT. Share Event Link.

Share Your Specialization Certificate with Accredible

Congratulations to learners who earned a Specialization Certificate last week in recognition of completing your specialization coursework last Fall. Haven’t had a chance to share your award yet? Learn how to share your credentials with your network through Accredible.

Diversify Your Career Strategy

Spring Semester has begun and University virtual career fairs are approaching. If you are planning to attend, this article offers some helpful tips and tricks for success. It is important to have a holistic approach to your career search and Gies Online Programs offers resources to diversify your career strategy, including:

Career Strategy Workplace Group- Network with peers and share career resources

Handshake- Explore job postings and connect directly with employers

Big Interview- Practice mock interviews for a hands-on learning experience

VMock- Get help editing your resume to highlight your skills

Improve Your Writing at the Writers Workshop

Learners can schedule online or written feedback consultations at the Writers Workshop to receive feedback on their writing. View this calendar for upcoming online workshops.

Events

Champaign iConnect

Friday, January 26 | 5:00-7:00 pm CT | Register Here

Gies Business is looking forward to providing an opportunity for our iDegree learners and alumni in the Champaign- Urbana area to gather for an iConnect event. Join current learners, alumni and staff to grow your Gies Business network. The event will take place on Friday, January 26 at Papa Dels (1201 South Neil St, Champaign, IL, 61820). If you are interested in attending, please fill out this registration form by Tuesday, January 23. We look forward to connecting with you!

State of Programs and Progress at Gies

Tuesday, February 20 | 7:00- 8:00 pm CT | Register here

We invite you to join us in learning about our new innovations in online education at Gies and what opportunities are next for our learners. Executive Associate Dean Brooke Elliott and Associate Dean Nerissa Brown will discuss what our accomplishments and success looked like in the past year and also share a glimpse into what's to come in 2025 and beyond. Gies is constantly creating new ways for learners to succeed and achieve their goals, and we are excited for you to be part of the conversation. If you'd like to ask a question for our panelists, you can submit that with your registration.

Calendar

Use the Event Calendar for upcoming events and academic deadlines this semester.

Champaign iConnect

January 26 | 5:00-7:00 pm CT | Register Here

State of Programs and Progress at Gies

February 20 | 7:00- 8:00 pm CT | Register here

Colombia Virtual Immersion

March 6-19

Deadline to Apply to Graduate by May 2024

March 29 | Apply to Graduate

For May 2024 graduates to be awarded their degree, they will need to apply to graduate on student self-service by March 29. This application will not register you for the May 2024 convocation ceremony.

May 2024 Convocation Ceremony

Friday, May 10, 2024 | 3:00-4:30 pm CT | State Farm Center