One Stop Enrollment Express: Wed, May 1 Alumni Hall

Dear student,

Don't miss this great opportunity to save you a lot of time and effort.

One Stop Enrollment Express
Wednesday, May 1, 10 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.
Main Campus, Alumni Hall

Drop in and receive personalized assistance from:

• Admissions
• College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Business and Management
• College of Education
• Financial Aid, Scholarships Office and Student Employment
• General Advising
• International Programs/Study Abroad
• Nontraditional Degree Programs
• Registration and Records
• Student Payment Services

During this event, you can:

• Register for summer and fall classes
• Get help with FAFSA and ask questions about financial aid
• Apply for scholarships or student employment positions
• Speak with a general academic advisor
• Set up payment plans to pay off balances

You can sign up to let us know they are coming, although this is not required.

Posted on behalf of Dr. John Fraire, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services, by Steve Pajak

Adapted for TRIO SSS by Vernon Collins

ACLU Advanced Advocacy Program

The ACLU Advanced Advocacy Program prepares college-aged students for lifelong engagement in grassroots organizing, policy development, and legal advocacy through a week-long program from July 28 – August 2, 2019 in Washington, DC. Students will enhance their knowledge of civil liberties and advocacy campaigns through electives and seminars led by lawyers, lobbyists, community activists, and ACLU experts. Students will also learn about internships and professional opportunities in public policy, law, communications, and social impact work to help them prepare for a career in the law and public service. To learn more and apply visit the ACLU website.

Interested In A Career In Health Care?

Hello students,

Advocate Aurora Health is offering meaningful internship opportunities through our patient navigation program called the Transition Support Program (TSP). The TSP is a nationally recognized initiative helping patients and families navigate the health care system. The program offers significant experience working directly with patients, families, providers, leaders, and community partners to assist motivated undergraduate and graduate students. 

We offer non-paid Administrative Internships at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.  Our position description is attached.  

To apply, send your email résumé and cover letter to me, Mervin Dino at mervin.dino@advocatehealth.com. 

More information.

Sincerely,

Mervin

Mervin Dino

Program Manager, Multi-Site

Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Christ Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lutheran General Hospital

Advocate Aurora Health

836 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago, IL 60657

773-296-7686 (Internal: 61-7686)

Application Deadline For GRE Prep Class: Fri, 4/19

Dear Student:

Submit your application to participate in the GRE Prep Class, coordinated by the SCSE (in collaboration with the McNair Scholars Program) by Friday, April 19 at 5:00 pm (or earlier).

The class will take place at NEIU on the Main Campus (Room: TBD) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Tuesday, May 21 until Thursday, June 27 with the Math Session from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and the Writing & Verbal Session from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.

Questions? Contact Laura West: L-West2@neiu.edu or (773) 442-5664.     

Student Center for Science Engagement

Northeastern Illinois University

5500 North St. Louis Avenue

BBH 235

Chicago, IL 60625

Phone: (773) 442-5636

Spring Student Dance Concert 4/12

Valuable Scholarships Available: Apply Now!!

Hello 

Feel free to apply for these upcoming corporate sponsored scholarships for our Latinx students through the Hacu Scholarship Program:

https://www.hacu.net/hacu/scholarships.asp. Except for the first scholarship, which is due April 15, the other scholarships are due May 24, 2019. 

Ford College Community Challenge (C3) - OPEN

• Team of 3-5 students must be from the same Hispanic-Serving Institution and HACU-member school. To be eligible, each team member must be over the age of 18 and enrolled as a full-time student for both Spring 2019 and Fall 2019 (Spring 2019 graduates are not eligible). 
• Partner with one (1) community-based 501c3 organization (their fiscal contact and a 501(c)3 IRS determination letter is required).
• Proposal addresses an urgent and unmet community need in a tangible way (need must meet at least one category within the Ford C3 issue criteria). Proposal must include a project budget and budget description. 
• Include awareness campaigns outline through the use of social media platforms or other approved mediums, to education the community and highlight project progress.

• 1st Place Team: One (1) $10,000 grant to a community-based organization for project implementation and up to (5) $1,000 academic scholarships for students in the team.
• 2nd Place Team: One (1) $7,500 grant to community-based organization for project implementation and up to (5) $500 academic scholarships for students in the team.
• 3rd Place Team: One (1) $4,000 grant to community-based organization for project implementation and up to (5) $200 academic scholarships for students in the team.

For more information and to access the online application, click here.  

Application deadline extended: April 15, 2019 

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 Cafe Bustelo El Cafe Del Futuro Scholarship - $5,000 - OPEN

• Full-time undergraduate or graduate student
• Must be attending a four-year HACU-member institution within the U.S. or Puerto Rico
• Open to ALL majors
• Legal Residents of the 50 United States, D.C. and Puerto Rico
• Must be of Latino descent
• 800 word essay topic: Describe how your Latino heritage, family and the community in which you grew up have impacted your desire and motivation to obtain a college degree.  Additionally, describe what you intend to accomplish with your degree and how you will give back to your community.

Application deadline: May 24, 2019 11:59 p.m. CST

For Cafe Bustelo Scholarship Guidelines, click Here

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Oracle - $2,125 - OPEN

• Full-time undergraduate student
• Must be attending a two-year or four-year HACU-Member institution within the U.S. and Puerto Rico
• Open to the following majors:
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Engineering (Computer, Software, Hardware, Mechanical)
  • Mathematics
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• U.S. Citizen

Application deadline: May 24, 2019 11:59 p.m. CST

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Miller Lite - Brewed to be Bright - $2,500 - OPEN

• Full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student
• Must be attending a two-year or four-year HACU-Member institution within the following states:
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Illinois
  • New York
  • Texas
  • Wisconsin
• Open to all majors
• Cumulative GPA: 2.5 or higher
• U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Authorized to work in the U.S., DACA
• Must be 21 years or older
• This scholarship opportunity also includes in sponsorship to participate in the HACU/¡Adelante! Leadership Institute Conference in Chicago, IL on October 5-7, 2019 where recipients will be invited to attend. 

Application deadline: May 24, 2019 11:59 p.m. CST

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Coors Light - Climb On - $2,500 - OPEN

• Full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student
• Must be attending a two-year or four-year HACU-Member institution within the following states:
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Illinois
  • New York
  • Texas
  • Wisconsin
• Open to all majors
• Cumulative GPA: 2.5 or higher
• U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Authorized to work in the U.S., DACA
• Must be 21 years or older
• This scholarship opportunity also includes sponsorship to participate in the HACU/¡Adelante! Leadership Institute Conference in Chicago, IL on October 5-7,2019 where recipients will be invited to participate. 

Application deadline: May 24, 2019 11:59 p.m. CST 

Education and Human Services Career Fair, 4/23/19

Want To Attend Eagle Fest? Then Get Registered!!

Students registered for summer or fall classes are invited to enjoy music, food, games and fun at Eagle Fest!  How to attend: Register for summer and/or fall classes with your adviser. Bring proof of registration to Eagle Fest for entry. Registration support will be available during the event and in Village Square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 8-11. When: 2-6 p.m. Thursday, April 11 Where: Main Campus, Alumni Hall

Scholarships For Education Majors

Hello,

Undergrad and Master's Scholarship applications are now available through the Network of Hispanic Administrators in Education (NHAE). The NHAE seeks aspiring bilingual teachers currently enrolled in an undergrad or masters program with a Major in Education. If you meet these qualifications, please apply.  The firm due date to return the forms is Friday April 26, 2019. 

Application for Master's Level Students

Application for Undergrad Level Students