Across the country, institutions like ours are working to understand the impacts of federal actions on higher education. The federal updates newsletter provides updated information regarding the impact on our university. In addition, the federal updates website houses information, resources and FAQs related to the impact of federal actions on our university. For additional questions, please contact federalupdates@illinois.edu.

Mobile unit services include: issuances of the Real ID, driver’s license and state ID card (renewal, replacement, corrections), vehicle stickers; passenger, B-truck, motorcycle and collegiate license plates; vehicle title and registration; organ/tissue donor registration and parking placards for persons with disabilities.

A policy has been redirected from the Campus Administrative Manual Website: Release of Employment Information About Non-Academic Employees.

Are you a staff member who would like to pursue a professional development opportunity abroad? The Staff Global Exchange Program offers Illinois staff with limited international experience the chance to enhance skills, build global connections and collaborate with peers at partner institutions. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply now!

The hailing frequencies are open: proposals are now being accepted for IT Pro Forum Fall 2025! This year’s forum will be on Nov. 5-6, and will be conducted fully online! No transporter required! Proposals must be submitted by 1700 hours CDT on Stardate 2025.09.15 (that's 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15) .

Join us at the first session of the AY 25-26 "Through the Faculty Ranks" series on Discourse: Building Trust Through Dialogue, Reflection and Engagement . This online-based, interactive session introduces faculty to key principles of productive dialogue and values-based leadership with a focus on building trust and rapport across differences. Faculty will explore their own communication styles, practice active listening and apply strategies to enhance collaboration in their current roles. If you're a tenure-stream or specialized faculty member (all ranks are invited), register here by Sept. 3.

OLLI at Illinois’ fall 2025 course registration is underway! OLLI offers a wide range of non-credit, in-person and online courses designed for people 50 and older. Join our lifelong learning community to enjoy classes, study groups, lectures, interest groups and social events throughout the year! Membership fees decreased this year. You may want to take another look! Classes start Sept 2. Find out more at olli.illinois.edu.

A reminder that the Fulbright U.S. Scholar application deadline is Sept. 15! If you are considering a Fulbright program and would like tips for writing a strong Fulbright application followed by Q&A with members from IIE, we encourage you to attend the upcoming Writing Clinic on Aug. 26. This webinar will help you submit a successful application in time.

Looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity while meeting new people and having fun at the same time? The Intensive English Institute is looking for English-speaking volunteers to meet with intensive English program students for conversation and cultural exchange for one hour a week during the fall semester. You'll be helping students adapt to campus and American culture, and you'll learn about another culture at the same time!

Take the stage during the Illinois Homecoming Global Talent Show! We’re looking for individuals or groups to share their talent and celebrate the rich diversity and talent of our international community. All talents are welcome. Complete the performer application form at https://go.illinois.edu/GTSApplication2025 to apply to be featured in the show. The deadline to apply is at 11:59 p.m. CST Sept. 1.

It's the start of a new school year and these questions might already be leaping to the front of your mind: 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.

The Career Services Council is excited to announce the Career Development Toolkit, a Canvas site for students that meets them wherever they are. It offers self-paced modules on a platform they already know but without grades or deadlines. Whether they’re identifying interests, exploring options, gaining experience, showcasing accomplishments or building connections, the Toolkit will guide them. Please share it with your students or explore it yourself! Click here to enroll!

This year when the Fighting Illini football team wins, YOU WIN, at the Illini Union Bookstore! On the Monday after every Illlnois football win, receive 20% OFF your entire purchase in store or online. All you have to say is “Go ILLINI” at the register or use code GOILLINI online to receive the discount. Exclusions apply. Details. 

The Illini Union's restaurants are all full and open! Try Maize Mexican Grill, Thai Fusion, Mia Za's Express, the Moo of I Ice Cream Lab, Just Bee Acai, Tropical Smoothie and the soon-to-open Brien's Bistro. You can also conveniently order online ahead of time so your food is ready when you get here! Now open for fall hours. Great spot for lunch and to meet up with colleagues in the newly-renovated Underground (lower level of the Union).

The draft spring 2025 list is now available at go.illinois.edu/lotrae. If your course is missing, check your instructor report against the criteria in the draft list. At least five students must have completed the relevant item(s), and you must have released your sections for inclusion on the list.  For questions or corrections, email ices@illinois.edu or call 217-244-3846.

The Senate Committee on Educational Policy is collecting information regarding a proposal to Establish the Social and Behavioral Science Institute as a Permanent Institute in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation. A public hearing will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Sept. 3, on Zoom. Follow this link to get more information, RSVP to the hearing or provide written comments.

Fall openings for low-cost treatment for adults suffering from depression, lethargy, grief, chronic anxiety or worry, social anxiety, fears, anxious avoidance of particular situations or anxiety related to an event. For more information or a free screening appointment, call 217-333-0041.

Applications are now being accepted for the fall 2025 President's Research Travel Assistance Program. This competitive award grants up to 10 students a maximum of $600 in funding to travel to professional conferences between Oct. 1, 2025, and Mar. 31, 2026, for the purpose of presenting papers, posters or creative work related to issues of representation (e.g., scholarly and/or creative work on socioeconomic status, rural vs. urban, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and national origin). Learn more and apply by Sept. 22 at  https://go.uillinois.edu/PRTA.

Transform your teaching with the SHIFT program from the Siebel Center for Design. This professional development opportunity helps educators integrate Human-Centered Design into courses and programs, making learning more creative, collaborative and impactful. Choose your commitment: SHIFT Max (12-week flagship immersion with applied design challenge, starts Sept. 13), SHIFT Studio (full-day, hands-on workshop) or SHIFT Spark (2-hour introduction). Free for U. of I. faculty/staff to attend Spark; fees apply for other formats. Learn more and register: go.illinois.edu/SHIFT. 

We are pleased to welcome Matthew Vann as our next Associate Dean and Director of University of Illinois Extension, effective Sept. 22. A seasoned Extension leader from North Carolina State University, Vann brings expertise in aligning science with community needs and a deep commitment to the land-grant mission.

Campus Awards are open for nomination for the 2025-2026 cycle. These awards include the Campus Awards for Excellence in Instruction, Distinguished Teacher-Scholar Award, Campus Awards for Excellence in Public Engagement and the Campus Awards for Excellence in Faculty Leadership. Please note that nominations are due Nov. 1, 2025, for for the Distinguished Teacher-Scholar, Excellence in Faculty Leadership and Excellence in Public Engagement Awards.

Get a behind-the-scenes tour of Illinois Public Media’s television and radio studios located at Campbell Hall. IPM is the home of WILL, the region’s PBS and NPR member stations, and has been broadcasting for over 100 years. IPM's radio stations include News/Talk on AM 580, classical music on FM 90.1 and soul/R&B music on Illinois Soul FM 101.1, along with three television stations broadcasting on WILL-TV, channel 12. Contact Dannon Dripps to schedule a 30-minute tour for your class or group.

The Career Center is accepting applications for two career readiness programs: CC-I, a 9-week nationally recognized program for students seeking to pursue global job and internship opportunities, and FOCUS, a semester-long program for first-generation students that builds career skills and helps close post-grad gaps. Please tell your students to visit Handshake to view details, information sessions, eligibility and how to apply. Applications close Sept. 3!

All Illinois students, faculty and staff can get IT support at the Technology Services Help Desks located in the Illini Union, Room 187 or DCL, Room 1211. Both locations are open seven days a week during the semester. Walk-ins are welcome or you can submit a ticket online. Hours and helpful resources are available on the Help Desk webpage.

Facilities & Services removed 218 abandoned bicycles this summer on campus. If your bike is one of those collected, and you want it back, email bike@illinois.edu and include where it was located, the make/model, color and serial number, if possible. Bike documentation will be needed to prove ownership (e.g., pictures). This year's retrieval deadline is Friday, Sept. 26. If the bicycle was not previously registered, you will be required to register it in accordance with the University Bicycle Ordinance ($10 fee). There is also a $40 retrieval fee that helps support ongoing bike operations.

Join Illinois Science Explorers for Designing and Delivering STEM Outreach, a workshop program that equips graduate students with the knowledge, skills and experience to design and deliver engaging STEM activities for K–12 audiences. Participants will learn how to translate concepts into interactive, age-appropriate activities, foster curiosity, inclusion and accessibility in STEM learning and build confidence, leadership skills and a toolkit of adaptable activities. Graduate students from all disciplines are welcome to apply, and no prior experience is required. Apply by Friday, Aug. 29. 

Connect, collaborate and create impact. Join us for a networking lunch hosted by the Illinois Diversity and Equity Science interdisciplinary network and CSBS. IDES brings together faculty from across disciplines to share knowledge, spark collaborations and advance research. This event is a chance to connect with colleagues, explore potential research partnerships, and learn about IDES’ strategic priorities — including multi-investigator initiatives, mentorship and raising Illinois’ profile in diversity and equity science. Register by Aug. 28.

This summer, 14 Illinois undergraduates spent their summer working alongside Mayo Clinic faculty and clinicians on projects to advance biomedical, translational and health equity research. Learn more about their projects at a poster session for the 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship and Health Equity Research Experience at Mayo Clinic. The poster session will be followed by a celebration. Light refreshments will be served. Please register by Aug. 28.

Last week to secure your table! 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 and to register. visit Handshake.

Join Yanfeng Ouyang of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as he presents in person at the fall 2025 Kent Seminar Series from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28. Presentations this semester focus on topics related to electrification in mobility. Food and soft drinks will be provided beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the Illinois Center for Transportation Classroom.

To tackle food insecurity faced by an ever-growing population, there is an urgent need to develop new forms of highly productive and ecologically-secure agricultural systems. Perennial Rice is now a reality from theory and practice with the release of six PR cultivars, which are perennial rice 23, Yunda25, Yunda26, Yunda27, Yunda10 and Yunda109, to farmers in the Yunnan Province of China and also testing over the world where rice is staple food.

Help us welcome new and transfer Pre-Health students by inviting them to the annual Pre-Health Kick-Off from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, at the Siebel Center for Design. Students can meet the Pre-Health Advising Team and Ambassadors, explore health professions, learn about services and events and connect with RSOs. Enjoy free food, networking and a photo booth. The first 50 attendees will receive a hot/cold eye mask! Registration is encouraged but not required. Visit Handshake for details and to register.

Join the Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity as we kick off the semester. On Thursday, Sept. 4 (remarks at 4:20 p.m.). Since its inception in 1980, CSGGE (formerly known as Women and Gender in Global Perspectives, or WGGP) has strived to promote gender equity and human development through collaborative research, instruction and service. This is a great opportunity to learn about our upcoming events, faculty affiliations and our graduate programs. There will be light refreshments. Registration appreciated by Sept. 1 at https://go.illinois.edu/CSGGEFallReception. 

Join a fellowship information session for the American Association of University Women led by Dana Johnson, Ph.D., director of external fellowships, Graduate College, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29, (lunch available starting at 11:45 a.m.) in Room 306 Coble Hall, 801 S. Wright St. Please note that the current fellowship submission deadline is Sept. 30.  Please register for information session at https://go.illinois.edu/AAUWinfo. 

Please share with your students: The Career Center and JCPenney invite Illinois students to the annual JCPenney Suit-Up Event from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 6, and save up to 30% on select career wear, shoes and accessories — just in time for Career Fair season. Limited free shuttle service is available for students. Coupons provided at check-in with a university ID. Registration is encouraged but not required. Visit Handshake for more details and to register. (P.S. U. of I. employees can save, too!)

This is an opportunity for faculty, students and community members to eat, drink and discuss questions like: How has human life been changed by the internet, social media and the rise of artificial intelligence? Has digital life been corrosive to our politics and media environment? Does it have to be? How are advances in AI changing medicine, journalism and science? How can universities respond to these changes? Do we need the humanities in an increasingly digital world? How can we live well and design tools that contribute to genuine human flourishing in a world shaped by digital technology?

Please join us for yoga on the quad on Monday, Sept. 1! Mats and refreshments will be provided. All experience levels welcome. RSVP here.

A welcome back event and Asian American Cultural Center/International Education open house. Learn about AACC and IE programs, chat with Asian American and international student organizations, meet campus resources that support Asian American and international students and watch performances. This program is open to all current students, regardless of race, color or national origin. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request, please contact aacc@illinois.edu. 

Join us for the annual Research Park Block Party, where graduate students can connect directly with employers in Research Park. More than 20 companies will be on site, offering a chance to learn about internships, research collaborations and full-time opportunities. In addition to meeting with employers, enjoy food trucks, live music and networking with peers across disciplines. Free and open to all Illinois students. Learn more: researchpark.illinois.edu/all-events/blockparty.                Register here: 2025 Research Park Block Party | Handshake. 

The University Library offers the Savvy Researcher, a workshop series offered to all students, staff and faculty to improve your research and information management skills. Our new and returning workshops are taught every semester by librarians, iSchool graduate assistants and our campus partners. Sessions include a series on Evidence-Based Synthesis, tools for qualitative data analysis, an excellent session on designing poster presentations, citation management with popular software and much more!  The first workshops begin Sept. 9.

Help send off the season at a Summer’s End concert from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, on Allerton Park’s Gatehouse Lawn. This outdoor concert will feature the folk, bluegrass and Americana sound of Carrie Sue and the Wood Burners and multi-instrumentalist and singer Barko Waltz. Food trucks and vendors will be onsite. $5 per person or $10 per family, payable upon arrival.

Get a taste of all that is Allerton at our Allerton Experience Retreat on Sept. 5-7 (Friday through Sunday). Take part in some of the most popular activities at Allerton, combining history, food, hikes, workshops and great meals into one weekend! $250 per person. Register here by Aug. 29. 

Learn to paint on a beautiful surface at Santorini Stone Painting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, in the Mansion Solarium at Allerton Park. Mined in Greece, Santorini stone is a strikingly white and sparkling natural stone, often cut and polished for construction and landscape purposes. $40 per person. Register here by Aug. 27.

Join Allerton Natural Areas staff for Fall Bird Hikes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Fridays, Sept. 5 through Oct. 31.  All levels of bird lovers are invited to observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat as our knowledgeable staff guides you through the woods. $5 per person. Register here. Hikes are free for Allerton Bird Club members. Join the Bird Club here.

Facilities & Services and the Champaign and Urbana fire departments will offer fire extinguisher training during the fall semester in seven different facilities. The course includes a presentation that introduces participants to the basic elements of fire extinguisher use, and every attendee will get to extinguish a digitally simulated fire. Each university-approved event will welcome up to 35 participants. The first session is Thursday, Sept. 4, at the Materials Science and Engineering Building.

Mental Health First Aid Certification training courses are being offered on campus throughout the fall semester. To see a complete list of courses and to register, please go to https://wellness.illinois.edu/mhfa. Courses are offered at no cost to attendees, but you must register and complete all portions of the training to receive certification.  Mental Health First Aid training is available through funding provided by the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act and sponsored by Student Affairs.

The Beckman Institute will celebrate Beckman Founding Director Ted Brown the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 10. Ted has generously named Ted's Café, the completely remodeled gathering space within the Beckman Atrium. A ribbon cutting will begin at 1:15 p.m., followed by the Beckman-Brown Lecture on Interdisciplinary Science at 2 p.m. It will feature Catherine Dulac, a molecular biologist and neuroscientist from Harvard University. A reception will follow the lecture. Register by Sept. 3.

Sponsored by the Cancer Center at Illinois and the College of Law, join us on Sept. 4-5 for Artificial Intelligence in Cancer Surgery and Care. This conference brings together a diverse group of experts to explore the transformative impact of AI on cancer diagnosis, treatment and surgery. Panelists will discuss the medical, technical, ethical and legal aspects of these innovations. Free and open to the public; learn more and register to attend: https://go.illinois.edu/ai-cancer-care.

The SKY Happiness Retreat is an internationally acclaimed life-skills program that helps participants develop a relaxed, stress-free mind and an energetic, healthy body. The retreat teaches tools such as evidence-based meditation, yoga, breathwork and self-exploration in a fun and experiential format. Join us on campus for a detox weekend! The retreat is fully funded for all U. of I. students. Interested students can sign up using the link.

Start the fall semester off right by getting IT support at our pop-up Help Desks during Tech Points. All Illinois students, faculty and staff can get help with email, password resets, Wi-Fi set up, multi-factor authentication and so much more! Find us at CIF, Ikenberry Commons and Illini Union on Aug. 25 and 26 or online on Aug. 27. Details are on the Tech Points webpage. Please share!

Graduate College Career and Professional Development will offer a series of online workshops on the faculty job search process, starting this Tuesday, Aug. 26. Topics covered include: cover letters and CVs, research statements, teaching statements, interviewing, negotiation and dual-career considerations. See dates and times at https://go.grad.illinois.edu/workshops. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Join us for the latest installment of the Business Process Improvement Community of Practice at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, taking place at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, (online). This session will explore how we design processes around existing complex policies, policy design and implementation challenges. Register for the session.

The Office of Research Security will host a training on "Research Security Requirements for New Faculty" at 1 p.m. Aug. 29. This training will introduce you to the core components of research security as required by federal sponsors: export control, conflict of commitment and interest, and research security. RSVP to join! For additional ORS training sessions, see Events.

Know someone heading to college this fall? Tell them about "Cash at College - Spending, Saving and Student Loans," a free webinar designed to cover the basics of banking, budgeting, credit, student loans and keeping financial information secure while transitioning to college. Registration required.

Adults ages 60 and older who take medication(s) for high blood pressure and have mild memory problems are invited to participate in a study using smartphones to support medication taking. Participation includes four in-person visits across four months at a location of convenience. Compensation and blood pressure provided for participation. For more information, contact us at 217-244-7383 or medmanage@illinois.edu.

Seeking participants (21-64 year olds) 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. 

The Nutrition and Exercise Performance Research Group is looking for participants topartake in a 2-day study to establish the utility of the IAAO method in adults. Participation in this study involves 2-day habituation lead in with all meals provided, muscle biopsies and blood, breath and urine sampling during two all-day trials. Upon completion, you will receive $150, information about your body composition and caloric needs. Contact Gena (genai2@illinois.edu) for more information!

Healthy adults ages 18-40 with no hearing loss but 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.

Help make the Next Alcohol Fitbit! The Alcohol Research Lab is looking for participants for a validation study of transdermal biosensing bracelets. Participation involves attending three laboratory sessions, wearing at least two transdermal bracelets (on your non-dominant hand) and filling out surveys for two weeks. Up to $400 in compensation for participation.

This study seeks to gather input on components of a nutrition training program from parents and family caregivers of children ages six months to 14 years. Participation involves a virtual interview and online survey (30 minutes). Eligible parents/caregivers will receive up to $25 upon completing the session.

We are seeking healthy volunteers who are of a similar age as most adult stroke patients to participate in our study. You will receive a $50 stipend for MRI, and a $100 stipend for the movement exercises, sensory test and brain and muscle activity assessment on the U. of I. campus. Email carly.skadden@carle.com or call 217-326-0102. Details.