Networking Opportunities
Getting a degree online doesn't mean getting a degree alone. Gies Online Programs provide many opportunities to meet and collaborate with others in your program. Accent your experience by making professional connections through the following events and activities.
iConverge
iConverge is our annual on-campus networking and professional development event. It is a chance for students to see familiar friends, make new ones and develop professional relationships outside the classroom. Attendees can participate in thought-provoking talks and panel discussions as well as live lectures offered by some of the faculty. Held in Urbana-Champaign each September, students are also able to connect to the greater Illinois family, attend an Illini Football game, and tour campus.
Workplace
Workplace is for fully admitted, degree seeking students. New admits are invited to join our Workplace community, an optional networking platform powered by Meta. On Workplace, you’ll get to interact with other learners enrolled in your classes and are on their educational journey.
If you would like to join Workplace to connect with your peers, please submit this form. Upon completion of the form, please allow one to two weeks to receive an email invitation to Workplace which will be sent to your Illinois email.
If you no longer wish to be a part of the Workplace community after submitting your form, please email i-support@illinois.edu to have your account closed.