A revised policy has been posted to the Campus Administrative Manual website: Clery Act. A new policy has been posted to the CAM Website: Use of Controlled Unclassified Information in Research Projects. Also, a policy has been redirected from the CAM Website: Educational Loan Default Bill. 

The U.S. Department of State has announced a competition to submit applications for a grant or cooperative agreement award to showcase U.S. leadership in innovation, education and culture to Vietnamese audiences. Proposals should clearly state how the project will advance U.S. priorities in Vietnam and should include a connection with an American expert, organization or institution in a specific field that will promote understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Grants will be offered in the amount of $10K - $35K. You can submit your award to achanoi@state.gov by Aug. 17. Learn more here.

On behalf of IIE, faculty is invited to apply for seed grants (up to $15,000) to support joint projects with Vietnamese institutions in national priority areas: Health Care, Agriculture/Food Security, STEM and Language Acquisition. Proposals must include one U.S. and one Vietnamese partner, with implementation in six months. Submit by Aug. 1 to CIP@iie.org. Interested parties may learn more at this page and email Dr. Jones at salehjo1@illinois.edu for meetings.

The Illini Union roof project will continue on the west and south sides. Scaffold installation has begun on the West Patio and the South Building. During the installation, all the patio furniture has been removed. The scaffolding will span from the 1st to the 4th floor. Limited access to southeast entryways and full access to the southwest and southeast bike racks will be restored after Aug. 15, once overhead protection is in place. The South Patio will function as a covered passage for the duration of construction.

A reminder that the Fulbright U.S. Scholar application deadline is Sept. 15! If you are considering a Fulbright program but not sure what path or country might be right for you, we encourage you to attend the upcoming Hidden Gems IIE webinar on July 24. This webinar will pique your interest and help you submit a successful application in time.

To celebrate 250 years of French-American friendship, the French Embassy in the U.S started the Lafayette Fellowship, a prestigious scholarship program launching in August to assist outstanding American undergraduates in pursuing graduate studies in France. Annually, the fellowship will fund up to 30 American students in STEM, humanities, social sciences and arts for one year of master's study at top French institutions. Fellows will gain leadership development and access to global network. Applications open in late August 2025 for the 2026–2027 academic year. Click here for more details.

The Center for Writing Studies will be offering an online introductory Writing Across the Curriculum Seminar for TAs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 20 and 21. TAs from all departments will learn more about teaching writing, responding to writing and using writing to support learning. Participants will receive a small stipend for attending. Space is limited. Faculty and staff can nominate TAs for the seminar at https://go.illinois.edu/WACNominationFa25 through July 31.

These asynchronous, online professional education courses are taught by a registered dietitian with over 20 years of experience counseling clients with eating disorders. Each course in this two-part series covers four weeks of graduate-level content and is eligible to provide up to 8.0 CPEU for RDs. Enroll today in Foundations of Eating Disorder Nutrition Treatment and Foundations of Eating Disorder Nutrition Counseling.

The Illinois Leadership Center is now accepting applications for small group facilitators for our leadership labs for the 2025-2026 academic year. Facilitators are provided a stipend for each program they assist with. More information about the expectations of the position can be found here. Interested individuals can apply here until Aug. 15.

The Spurlock Museum of World Cultures is planning a long-term exhibit on South Asia. To create an exhibit with many authentic cultural voices, the project is being developed through extensive community consultation. The exhibit team seeks input from people with identity, experience and/or expertise related to South Asia. To participate in a brainstorming conversation group, contact Beth Watkins, manager of exhibit interpretation, at ewatkins@illinois.edu. 

Join us for The Career Center’s annual 2025 Graduate and Professional School Fair from noon to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 15, at the Illini Union. This is the perfect opportunity for you to connect in person with top Illinois students about your graduate program. Register early and save! Early bird registration is $200 through Aug. 1 (regular registration is $300). Click here to learn more and to register.

The IEI proudly presents the 10th Annual student-run BEST conference (Business-Education-Science and Technology). Scholars and International Students studying at the IEI will be presenting their research in short presentations.

Join us on July 24 in the Robeson Pavilion Room at the Champaign Public Library from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. for some fun activities and displays for all ages focused on color and perception. No registration is required, and the event is free. Stop by at any point.

Register to attend the Midwest Healthcare Management Conference! As part of the conference, we are hosting a data challenge that invites participants (anyone from the U. of I. community) to develop large language models specifically trained to respond to patient-initiated clinical questions with clarity, accuracy and contextual sensitivity. We are also extending an invitation to undergraduate, graduate and professional students with active or recently completed projects to present their work in our poster session. See you there!

Learn to work with 11/0 glass seed beads at Beaded Jewelry from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, in The Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will lead students through making a pair of beaded earrings, sharing a variety of techniques and finishes. $80 per person. Register here by Aug. 1.

Dive into the art of portraits at Experimental Portraiture Painting from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, The Studio at Allerton Park. Instructor Vivian Krishnan will help students learn experimental approaches to portraiture using charcoal, ink, paints and more. Studies will be done from a live portrait model. $110 per person (ages 16+). Register here by Aug. 4.

Learn how to make beautiful and delicious focaccia bread at Focaccia Art from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, in the Mansion Carriage House at Allerton Park. Instructor Leah Bodine will lead students through the process of making focaccia bread from scratch, then "painting" it with vegetables and herbs to make stunning yet edible designs. $50 per person (ages 12+). Register here by July 29.

Learn how to create unique Allerton-inspired prints at Printmaking in Nature from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, in the Mansion Carriage House. Instructor Sally Walsh will walk students through the different forms of printmaking, the importance of working with non-toxic materials, positive and negative images and basic principles of design. $65 per person. Register here by July 29.

Join us for Artventures — an interactive afternoon designed for children (ages 5+) with their families and caregivers. Each session features stories inspired by artworks on view followed by playful gallery exploration that connects the stories to the art. The experience wraps up with open-ended artmaking led by guest artists inspired by the exhibition. Experience the museum in a fun, welcoming way that sparks creativity, curiosity and imagination for the whole family. Stop by to enjoy listening, exploring and creating together! Sponsored by Krannert Art Museum and The Urbana Free Library.

Are you looking to fill part-time positions for the upcoming semester or beyond? Register for the 2025 Fall Illinois Part-Time Job Fair from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 3, at the Illini Union. This popular event has drawn over 2,000 students in the past, making it a great opportunity to recruit hardworking, dedicated students eager to gain experience. Registration is FREE for university units, but space is limited! For more information, visit Handshake.

The Slavic Reference Service has been hosting information sessions on archives and special collections to support Summer Research Laboratory participants and Jewish Studies scholars. The upcoming session will feature Dr. Lyudmila Sholokhova (curator, Dorot Jewish Collection - the New York Public Library). All are welcome!

Tap into the calming power of nature through mindfulness and forest bathing. Learn how these practices reduce stress, lift mood and support relaxation. Explore research-backed benefits and get simple tips for finding nearby green spaces and building your own mindful outdoor routine.

Seeking participants (21-64 years old) who had a sleeve gastrectomy 1-5 years ago or have not had any bariatric surgeries (control group). Participants must not smoke and drink alcohol at least once a month. There will be blood draws, body composition assessments, alcohol challenge tests and questionnaires. Compensation will be provided (up to $850 upon completion of four visits and free parking). Please fill out our online pre-screening form if you're interested using the following link: https://illinois.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7R2VUEoOuh2cTXw, or contact ornella2@illinois.edu.

Researchers from the Human Factors and Aging Lab at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are recruiting older adults (65 years or older) to examine usability and acceptance of virtual reality applications and their efficacy with older adults. Participant should be able to drive to campus (we provide easy parking). Duration: Three hours. Compensation: $60. Email: CREATE-VR@illinois.edu. 

Participants needed for a study to understand how people navigate Medicare. To be eligible, must be ages 65 and older and be able to meet in person for an interview. Participants will be compensated for their time with an Amazon e-code. If interested, please contact CREATE-P3@illinois.edu or call 217-244-3688.

This study aims to develop and validate new methods to diagnose tinnitus (“ringing in the ears”). Men ages 50-70 without tinnitus and with mild to moderate hearing loss are sought. If you’re unsure whether you have hearing loss, you can still join — we will do the testing for you. The study involves a two-hour behavioral session and a four-hour brain wave recording. Participants will receive up to $80 in cash, and free parking is provided. If interested, take survey here or email tinnitus@illinois.edu. 

We are recruiting children for a paid research study focused on how to improve children's speech understanding in noisy environments. We’re looking for children 5-17 years old who speak English as their first language. The study lasts approximately one hour. Children are paid $15 per hour. Parking is free. Daytime, evenings and weekends are available. Email child-SRL@illinois.edu for info!