Online Programs Announcements
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| Apply Now for Spring and Summer 2025 Immersions |
We're thrilled to announce that applications for the Spring and Summer 2025 Gies Online immersions are now open! Choose from hybrid and in-person formats, offered both domestically and internationally. As an iDegree learner, you’ll participate in a case competition with a business from the host country, explore local business practices and culture, and connect with fellow iDegree learners from around the world. Visit our calendar page for full details on the Spring and Summer 2025 immersions, including the application, deadlines, and trip itinerary.
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| Spring 2025 Registration Time Tickets Available to View |
You can view your Spring 2025 registration time ticket on UIUC Self-Service or the Student Portal and mark that date in your calendar. Begin preparing for registration by locating your specific time-ticket date, and using your program's course offering guide to view the course dates and live session information. Some courses will reach capacity, so we recommend that you register as soon as your time ticket opens. While you are waiting this is a great time to connect with a Student & Academic Success Specialist to prepare for registration!
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| Attention December 2024 Graduates |
Whether you are attending the graduation ceremony in person or celebrating from afar, we’d love to feature your Gies journey and hear what earning your degree means to you! We’re collecting videos to create a special December 2024 graduation reel, which we will share in future marketing efforts. If you’re interested in participating, please email Lori Hayes at lbh@illinois.edu. Here are a few tips to get you started:
- Make an outline of what you would like to say.
- Make sure your camera is stable (have someone video you or use a tripod).
- Choose an interesting background with good lighting - wear your cap and gown or something orange and blue!
- Be yourself - personality is key!
We’re excited to celebrate your accomplishments and share your story—congratulations, and we look forward to hearing from you!
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| Empower Your Workplace With Gies Online |
Our Online Programs at Gies College of Business cater to a diverse range of professional backgrounds and employers. We would love to meet some of your coworkers and share details on how graduate education can help them and your company succeed. Can you put us in touch with your HR department? Do you have a business club or professional group at work that could benefit from learning about Gies? We would love to have you join us for a presentation to share the student experience while we explain all of the Gies credentials we have to offer. We are excited to create new relationships with your colleagues! Reach out to Marcus Phillips for more information.
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| McKinley Relaxation Techniques |
As a Gies Online learner, you have a lot of commitments and responsibilities to balance — finding time to relax can be a challenge. Luckily, McKinley Health Center provides a list of relaxation techniques, exercises, and tips on their website! Check out their online resources here.
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Events
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| Share the Benefits of Gies Online |
| Thursday, November 7 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm CT | Share Registration Link |
Do you know someone interested in Gies Online but still has questions about our credentials? Share this LinkedIn Live event and invite them to learn more directly from our students and recruitment staff! The event will provide an overview of the available credentials through Gies Graduate Programs, feature insights from current ambassadors, and include a Q&A session. We would love to connect with anyone you know who might be interested.
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| Military Coffee Chat |
| Wednesday, November 13 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm CT | Register Here |
We invite all active duty service members, reservists, and veterans in Gies Online Programs to our coffee chat on Wednesday, November 13. Join our recruitment team and current student veterans as they discuss their successes, answer questions and share advice and resources. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow military members and veterans, exchange perspectives, and share valuable resources that have enhanced your experience in the program.
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| Bay Area iConnect |
| Friday, December 6 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm PT | Register Here |
Gies Business is looking forward to providing an opportunity for our iDegree learners and alumni in the Bay Area to gather for an iConnect meet up! Join Associate Dean of Graduate Programs, Nerissa Brown, Gies staff, and your fellow learners for an evening of networking and connecting. The event will take place at Tamarine (546 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301) Please register by Monday, December 2. Food and refreshments will be provided. We look forward to connecting with you!
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This Week at Gies
Use the Event Calendar for information on upcoming events, such as iConverge and iDegree Convocation, as well as academic dates and deadlines for the semester. Click event titles below for details on the events happening this week.
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| Time Management Workshop |
Today, November 4
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| What Business is Doing to Help Reduce Polarization in Society |
Today, November 4
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