At a Glance: February 19, 2024

Feb 28, 2024

Online Programs Announcements
 
MOOC 2 Launch for ACCY 593
We are excited to announce that MOOC 2 for ACCY 593: Disruption and Emerging Technologies has now launched. This innovative new course will be taught by Professor Robert Brunner, and begins on March 13. Access both MOOCs today.
 
MOOC 1: Emerging Technology, Disruption, and AI
MOOC 2: Blockchains, Tokens, and the Decentralized Future

 
Final Spring 2 Registration Reminder
Spring 2nd 8 week courses begin in March! There is still time to view your course offerings and get registered. While you may register up to 11:59 pm CT a day before courses begin, please register by Wednesday, February 28 to ensure you have access to Canvas and Coursera by soft launch. Some courses reach capacity before the course begins, so register soon to ensure a seat in the course. Have a question about registration? Drop by Express Advising for a quick 15 minute 1:1 or reach out to i-support@illinois.edu.
 
Application Deadline for the Carle Capstone is Today!
There is still time to participate in the Carle College of Medicine Capstone project.
Submit your application by Today, February 19, 2024 at 11:59 pm CT.  More detailed information about the capstone course and application procedure can be found in the two attachments. 
 
Gies Reimagining the Credential Ecosystem
Building on the success of its pathbreaking fully online graduate programs – master’s degrees in Business Administration, Accounting, and Management– Gies has now developed an ecosystem of credit and noncredit learning opportunities. These new offerings provide a flexible array of credentials ranging from online certificates and skill badges to graduate certificates and iDegrees. Read more here.
 
Events
 
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.
 
Summer 2024 Immersions: Acceptance Notifications 
Malaysia & Singapore May 11-18 | South Africa July 28-August 3 
Registration for our two summer immersions have now closed, and we appreciate your interest. Applicants will receive notifications of their acceptance for the Malaysia & Singapore immersion by February 21 and for the South Africa immersion by March 6th. For those who are not accepted this time, your deposit will be refunded. We encourage you to keep applying and check your email and newsletter for future immersion opportunities. 
 
Calendar

Use the Event Calendar for upcoming events and academic deadlines this semester.
State of Programs and Progress at Gies
February 20 | 7:00- 8:00 pm CT | Register here
 
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
 
Spring 2024 Grades Released 
May 18
 
Malaysia & Singapore In-Person Immersion
May 11-18 | Notifications of Acceptance by February 21
 
South Africa In-Person Immersion
July 28- August 3 | Notifications of Acceptance by March 6
 

In Case You Missed It...
Use the Online Program Announcements to view the previous At-a-Glance issue.