Grad College Illinois

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Research Showcase today! We hope you enjoyed all of the presentations and posters featuring the diverse, interdisciplinary research in our School. 📝

Copyright can be a tricky topic for students working on their theses. With complex contractual language and so many rules and exceptions, it is easy to become overwhelmed. Luckily, Copyright Librarian Sara Benson is here to help! Read more at: blogs.illinois.edu/view/6397/4604…

100 years of Memorial Stadium at #ILLINOIS. Dedicated in Oct. 1924, it was built to honor the fallen of World War I and as a tribute to those who have sacrificed their lives in subsequent wars. Today, it's the home of @IlliniFootball and one of the most iconic campus buildings.

We want to honor and reflect the history of Indigenous Peoples, recognize and celebrate their ongoing contributions and encourage participation in conversations that uncover intersectionality in Indigenous communities. Follow @NAHillinois for more info on how to get involved.

We're so glad you're here. 🔶🔷 This semester we welcomed our largest cohort: over 7,400 new graduate students. Whether this is the start or continuation of your journey, we're glad you chose Illinois. Read more: grad.illinois.edu/news/illinois-…

What matters most to you also matters to #ILLINOIS. From better health and communities to farm technologies and weather forecasting to safer water for our entire community, we do research that matters to you. Learn more at researchimpact.illinois.edu

Congrats to #iSchoolUI PhD student Gladys Kemboi on receiving the 2024 Digital Preservation Coalition (DPC) Fellowship Award for her contribution to securing digital legacy to advance local & Indigenous knowledge in development in Kenya & across Africa! ▶️ bit.ly/3zIIxHd

We are honoring the strength and resilience of the Latinx community worldwide during Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond. This year’s theme is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together." Head over to @LaCasaIllinois to learn about the events happening throughout the month.

#ILLINOIS is a top 10 ranked public university in the nation. 🔶🔷

🎉New Podcast!🎉 Kyle Timmer (of @ChBEIllinois) is on a mission to help your body heal faster after an injury.  Kyle joined the GradLIFE podcast to discuss science communication, working with stem cells, the ins and outs of lab work, and more. Listen: buzzsprout.com/1822685/157368…

📹Why did you go to grad school? We caught up with students at the Graduate College Welcome Reception to learn about the passions that brought them to Illinois. youtube.com/watch?v=iJDFnG…

The energy was high on the first day of classes! 🧡

First day of classes: ✅

Welcome (Back), Illini! We're so glad that you're here. Grad Student Welcome (Back) is next week! Our welcome events help you connect with university resources, communities, programs, and opportunities. Check out the lineup: grad.illinois.edu/welcome-back

New Semester 🤝 New Hours Starting today, the Graduate College will no longer be closed during the lunch hour. Our new hours of operation will be 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Come see us on Green Street!

We are so glad that you are here. The Graduate College hosted a meetup last week to give graduate students a chance to introduce themselves, have snacks, and play some party games. Enjoy the recap!

Are you starting a grad program at Illinois this fall? Want to meet other new grad students? Join us for a graduate student meetup on Thursday, August 8! We'll have snacks and lawn games at Anniversary Plaza from 3 to 5 PM. More: calendars.illinois.edu/detail/3695/33…

🌈 Happy Pride Month, Illini! This month, and all year, we stand with all of our Illini in the LGBTQIA+ community which includes our students, artists, athletes, faculty, scholars, innovators, staff, alumni, and fans.

Congratulations to Jerny Walls!

Why a film industry professional pursued a Gies MBA In 1 semester, Ines Weitgasser has connected with several of her peers located around the world—a major benefit for someone who once chose her first career to work with uniquely talented people. More: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2024/06/0…