The Threat Evaluation and Reporting Overview is an introductory training intended for the public and community members who help identify threats or observable behaviors that may concern others. TERO emphasizes the importance of community involvement and raises awareness about the behavioral approach to violence prevention. There will be four training sessions this academic year but only 30 spots per session — register here to reserve your spot.

The Staff Advisory Council electronic election is now open until 4 p.m. Monday, June 16. Elections are for SAC representatives for EEO 1 and 3 – Executive, Administrative, Managerial and Professional; EEO 4 – Technical/Paraprofessional; and EEO 5 - Clerical/Secretarial. Visit the SAC Website under Elections for detailed voting information or contact SAC at sac-ihr@illinois.edu or 217-333-3101.

This brand-new version of the workshop is a 90-minute engaging session designed for all staff across the university to connect with the Illinois brand. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the Illinois brand platform, practical strategies for integrating the brand into your unit's communications and inspiration for effective brand storytelling. This workshop also provides a valuable opportunity to network with your peers throughout the university. Register here for the in-person session June 23.

Full-day child care programs for children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old are in session  from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, on a year-round basis. To submit an application or for further information, visit cdl.illinois.edu. To schedule a tour, email associate director Meghan Redeker (meghanew@illinois.edu). 

Dr. Tim Fan and others at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital are featured in "Shelter Me: The Cancer Pioneers," airing at 9.m. Monday, June 9, on WILL-TV. Part of an award-winning documentary series, the episode shows how groundbreaking clinical trials for dogs with cancer are leading to new treatments for people. You can also stream the episode for free from the link above.

What are your specific research needs? What are your biggest challenges with data? What could you use help with? Illinois Computes is here to offer research technology support to all U. of I. researchers, helping you advance your innovative and groundbreaking work. Are you hitting a logistical roadblock? Struggling for resources? Not sure where to begin? Illinois Computes can help with that. Explore the resources available to you through Illinois Computes. Check out this month's issue of Illinois Computes Connections for examples of our expert support in action and subscribe! 

Early career faculty face challenging demands and expectations in a changing world. This year-long program uses a practical and evidence-based approach to provide foundational skills, concepts and tools for the academic environment and tackles the reality that many academics find themselves in work environments replete with conflicting messaging about how to succeed. The program aims to build peer relationships, networks and shared knowledge. Apply by July 7.

Looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity while meeting new people and having fun at the same time? The IEI is looking for English-speaking volunteers to meet with international students for casual conversation exchange for one hour a week during the summer semester. You'll be helping students adapt to campus and U.S. culture, and you'll learn about another culture at the same time!

Strengthen your mentoring skills with "Customizing Your Mentoring Toolkit," a self-paced and video scenario-based online course from NCPRE designed to help research mentors build a practical, personalized mentoring plan. In 1–2 hours, you’ll explore case studies, expert interviews and hands-on activities to learn tangible approaches that improve communication, clarify expectations and strengthen your group’s culture. We present skills and tools to help you make the most out of your mentoring because it’s often not only what you do or convey as a mentor that matters, it’s how you do it.

New to being an Executive Officer or within the early years of your appointment? Join this 10-month leadership development program designed for executive officers of any stage with the problem-solving skills and tools necessary to navigate the challenges of the academic environment. Using a cohort model, participants meet online monthly  to engage in skill-building while fostering trust and connections among cohort members by using a curriculum that includes individual and group exercises, lectures, case studies and discussions. Apply by July 7.

Get Fresh features not only weekly sourced produce from the Sustainable Student Farm but also baked goods from a local cottage bakery, Tooth Butter, based in Urbana. Tooth Butter bread and sweets are made with local, organic ingredients. You won't want to miss this opportunity to explore and support local business! Fee: $15 per week for students; $20 per week for non-students.

Only two weeks left to apply for the fall 2025 Illinois Supervisory Skills Program. This semester-long program is designed for supervisors seeking to develop critical leadership skills with the goal of creating more healthy, productive work environments at Illinois. Open to employees with at least a 75%-time appointment who supervise status or student employees. Applications are due Monday, June 23. 

The Illinois Leadership Center is now accepting requests for workshops for summer 2025 into spring 2026. If you would like your students to learn more about addressing conflict, giving feedback, sharing their leadership story and more, please check out our offerings! These services are provided for free to academic class, student staff teams, registered student organizations and more. 

The Writers Workshop will be around this summer! We'll host two writing retreats and biweekly writing productivity groups. You can request a tailored presentation for your course or RSO and peruse our presentations on our event calendar. And, starting June 16, students can schedule written feedback, in-person or video call consultations to receive feedback on their writing. We look forward to serving you this summer!

Make time for meditation, reflection and journaling at Intuitive Yoga and Journaling from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 3, 10, 24 and 31, outdoors in the Allerton Meadow. Led by certified yoga instructor Olivia Tasch, these classes will feature one hour of yoga followed by 30 minutes of journaling. $20 per class. Register here at least one week prior to each class.

Meet us on the night of the full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 12, in the Allerton Meadow. Instructor Josie Heck with Yoga Off the Square will lead the class through strength poses perfect for students of all levels. Free, but registration is required here.

Learn the basics of macramé at Macrame Plant Hangers from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 13, in The Studio. In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn some of the most common macramé knots and leave with a handmade plant hanger to take home. $75 per person. Register here by June 12.

Join NCSA's Software Working Group for a presentation with several scientific writers from campus that will help you present your papers, posters and citations professionally as well as to better communicate your research to a broad audience, including the policymakers who vote on funding for projects like yours. Feel free to attend in person or via Zoom. Speakers: Megan Johnson, NCSA; Carolyn Wisnierski, Writers Workshop; Laura Stengrim, Speakers Workshop; Kelli Trei, Librarian.

Learn how to preserve the taste of summer! Join University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator Rachel Mannen for a hands-on canning class focused on making homemade jam. This workshop takes place from 9 a.m. to noon June 25, at 201 W. Kenyon Road, Suite 3, Champaign. You'll gain practical canning skills and leave with a jar of jam you made yourself. A $15 materials fee covers supplies. Space is limited, so register by June 18 at https://go.illinois.edu/CanningINEP. 

Join the Office of the Chief Information Officer’s Research Enablement Team and the Research Technology Support Community for monthly summer office hours designed to support and empower researchers at Illinois. The topic from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 10, will be "Safeguarding sensitive data and campus efforts to support regulated research." Click here for details about the office hours and a link to the session.

Learn to decorate summer-themed cookies with royal icing, butter cream and rolled buttercream at Summer Cookie Decorating from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, in Allerton’s Mansion Carriage House. Each participant will leave with five cookies, including a Fourth of July-themed cookie. $65 per person. Register here by June 12.

The Office of Research Security Focus Session on "Research Security Requirements at Proposal Submission"  will be held at 11 a.m. June 17. This session will cover fundamental topics including: disclosure requirements by sponsor; other support and biosketch reviews for COI; transparency of foreign connections; overview of research security training; and certification statements, including malign foreign talent recruitment programs. RSVP to join! For additional focus sessions, see Events.

Do you have occasional slips in memory? If you or anyone you know is 60+ years old, takes prescribed medication for high blood pressure, has mild problems with memory and uses smartphones, then you are eligible for this study that supports medication taking using smartphones. Compensation provided for participation. For more information, please contact us at 217-244-7383 or medmanage@illinois.edu.

The PLAY Lab is looking for participants 18 and above to participate in our study. Participation involves attending two 2-hour laboratory sessions, spread across a minimum of seven days and completing some motor tasks and cognitive tasks while various brain responses are recorded. Up to $50 in compensation. PLAY LAB – Department of Kinesiology and Health, Freer Hall. 

Healthy adults ages 18-25 with no hearing loss and no significant difficulty hearing in noise are invited for a study on listening in noise. There is an online survey to determine eligibility followed by lab visits for those who qualify. Lab visits include hearing screening, listening to sounds and measuring ear and brain activity. There is a maximum of three lab visits, each lasting 2-3 hours. Compensation for lab visits is paid in cash ($15 per hour). Parking is covered, and mileage is reimbursed ($0.655 per mile, up to a maximum of 37.5 miles per visit). To participate, complete our survey.