Spectrum Social Justice Retreat March 3-4

Dear Student Leaders,

Student Leadership Development is excited to once again offer our

Spectrum Social Justice Retreat 2017

Date: Friday March 3, 2017 - Saturday March 4, 2017
Depart campus Friday at noon return Saturday 7:30 pm 
Location: Stronghold Camp and Retreat Center in Oregon, IL

Spectrum’s purpose is to facilitate dialogue focusing on building a foundation of knowledge that will enhance student success in leadership in the areas of multiculturalism and social justice. Students will participate in various activities, dialogues and journaling to help understand their identities and those of others.

Meals, Transportation, and Lodging will be provided.

There are limited spaces so please sign up by March 1st at below link

https://neiu.collegiatelink.net/form/start/122084

Any questions please contact:

Veronica E. Rodriguez, Director

Student Leadership Development
Northeastern Illinois University
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: (773) 442-4667

Get Help With Federal Internships!!

NEIU Career Development Services offers guidance on applying and qualifying for internships. Go to B-119, email ocs@neiu.edu or call 773 442 4680 for an appointment. Gain incredible and exciting professional experience.

Click here to apply for internships!!

Advocates in Disability Award could total $10,000

Seeking the next Disability Advocate Leader!!

The Advocates in Disability Award (ADA) program is to award and encourage young individuals (14-26) with a disability who are dedicated to positively affect the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families in the United States. The ADA is a joint program of The HSC Foundation and the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation. The selected recipient is awarded $3,000 in recognition of past disability advocacy and will receive up to an additional $7,000 in funding support for a proposed project to benefit the disability community. 

To apply, click on the links below.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2Qw4A8Doif_bFBMYVRfT3lfTXJxWXh5cWpGS2t0b1VQRXJN

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2Qw4A8Doif_S3l1SFl1WWdwaWQydG02YTJFemN1S2E2a0NR

Create Your Professional Development Plan!!

Set your calendars for this exciting and engaging workshop. 

On Tuesday, February 14th, the SCSE is offering its workshop on creating your Individual Professional Development Plan. 

Come and set one or more academic/career advancement goals for the coming year, such as improving studying skills, applying for internships, updating personal statements, doing informational interviews and/or learning about a career path. 

Light refreshments will be served. 

Free Food & Math Info 2/28

There will be FREE FOOD and an information session in the Mathematics Community Center (BBH 364) on 2/28/17 from 3 to 4:45pm. The purpose of this event is to increase awareness about the math resources and activities provided by the Mathematics Community Center.

 

This event is open to the entire NEIU community. 
 

Our flyer contains additional information about the event. 

 

Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the center and our student math Peer Leaders!

National Internship Information Session 2/15

Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) representatives from Washington, D.C., will be on NEIU campus Wednesday, February 15, 2016 from 11:00 am to 12:15 pm in B-159 (Pedroso Center)  

to answer questions about the National Internship Program for all majors. HACU offers paid internship opportunity to undergraduate or graduate students at accredited institutions in the U.S. seeking to graduate with career experience.

The HACU National Internship Program has been a premier student program for over 20 years, promoting diversity in the federal and corporate workforce. This informational session is being held in collaboration with the Career Development Center and the Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity & Intercultural Affairs. All students, faculty and community are invited to attend.

For more information about this session contact NEIU Career Development Center at ocs@neiu.edu or call 773-442-4680.

Get The Most Out Of Financial Aid!!

The Northeastern Illinois University Financial Aid and Scholarships Office presents ... Shades of Green during the months of February, March and April!  

The collaboration and energy was so much fun implementing #EarlyFAFSA that the Financial Aid Office team wants to engage students again and again in demystifying meeting college costs!  

Try to attend one or all of the following events this semester:

 

Shades of Green Events in the Nest - 3:00pm until 4:00pm
Checking on My Financial Aid Status, Thursday, February 16, 2017 (correction)

It's Pi Day: Tracking Student Loan Indebtedness, Tuesday, March 14, 2017

 
OMG & SAP: Minimum Standards of Academic Progress, Friday, April 14, 2017

Shades of Green Around Campus - 5:30pm until 7:00pm
Tuesday, February 14, 2017, Fine Arts, room 104

Wednesday, March 15, 2017, College of Business & Management, room 154

• 'Hands On' 2017-2018 FAFSA Completion
• Navigating FINAID in NEIUport
• Understanding Cost of Attendance
• Understanding Eligibility - federal, state, institutional and private

This Shades of Green presentation is brought to you by the Financial Aid, Scholarships and Student Employment Offices.  For additional information, contact us at (773) 442-5016 or Financial-Aid@neiu.edu.