March 2010 UIC Spark
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Sparky and Students

Visit the Alumni Association For Students page, where you can see what’s happening in the world of student life on campus. Additionally, you can view and submit fun “UIC Experience” photos on our Web site! More ...

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On the Calendar:

March 16: UIC Alumni Authors Series: Poker Pro James McManus

March 17: Voice Master Class with Mezzo Soprano Michelle Wright

March 18: Spring Diversity Career Fair

March 23: College of Pharmacy Botanical Symposium

March 24: Webinar—Find Targeted Job Leads Using Job Boards and Other Online Tools

March 25: College of Engineering Networking Event

March 26: UIC Dental Council Spring Charity Formal

March 27 & April 3: UIAA Night with the Chicago Bulls

March 31: Jazz Saxophone Master Class with Chip McNeill


 

Campus News

Lisa MadiganIllinois Attorney General Visits UIC
Advocating for public service, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan reminded students that they don’t have to seek careers in public service or run for elective office to be active in their communities. During her speech, Madigan highlighted the moments that shaped her career path. Held at Student Center East, the event was sponsored by the UIC Honors College. More ...

UIC Grant to Aid Local Nonprofits
UIC received a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that will strengthen about 60 nonprofits serving seven low-income areas near UIC. The grant from the Compassion Capital Fund was matched by a Chicago Community Trust grant of $125,000. Both grants will support the ChiWest ResourceNet, a new UIC Neighborhoods Initiative program that offers technical assistance and training to community- and faith-based nonprofits in North and South Lawndale, Pilsen, East and West Garfield Park, the Near West Side and Humboldt Park. More ...


Alumni News

Asian American Resource and Cultural Center 5th Anniversary
The Asian American Resource and Cultural Center celebrates its fifth anniversary in April. To commemorate this milestone, an anniversary reception will be held at UIC on April 7, featuring reflections from current and former students, performances by student organizations, a video/slide show and a raffle offering items from Asian American faculty, past speakers and performers. All events are free and open to the public. More ...

Illinois Warrior SummitSupport Our Troops
UIC Veterans Student Association and Student Veterans of America are hosting Illinois Warrior Summit and Third Annual Welcome Home Celebration on April 24 at the UIC Forum. Welcome home the troops that served our nation and help them obtain the benefits and job opportunities they deserve. More than 100 organizations that provide services and opportunities for veterans will attend, along with more than 100 employers offering interview and job opportunities. The event also includes workshops, raffle prizes and free giveaways, food and refreshments, live bands, a UIC Dance Team performance, free massages and children’s play facilities. More ...


Brilliant Futures Campaign News

Rob MierLasting Legacy
Rob Mier already had a long track record of teaching, leadership and mentoring by the time he took on his first role as an urban planning professor. The memorial award that’s carried his name since his death in 1995 honors those traits and the boundaries he pushed throughout his career as a teacher and activist. More ...


Sports

Opening Day
The home openers for UIC’s baseball and softball teams are right around the corner. Mike Dee’s baseball team opens play at Les Miller Field this week against Creighton, while Michelle Venturella’s softball squad hosts Western Illinois on March 28. For ticket information (or to plan a group or youth team outing), call 312/413-UIC1 (8421). More ...

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