In August 2024, a single bank of eight refrigerated lockers was installed in the Campus Recreation Center East (CRCE) facility at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. These lockers were installed with a specific purpose: to combat food insecurity on campus. The refrigerated lockers were funded in part by donors who gave to the university’s Giving Tuesday 2023 campaign, which raised $6,710 through 77 gifts to support the Food Assistance & Well-Being Program on campus. Read full story on the Student Affairs website.

We strive to create an exceptional workplace, and your input is crucial. Please participate in our first Workplace Satisfaction Pulse Survey. Your anonymous feedback will help us continue to improve and make Illinois a great place to work. Complete the survey by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25. It should take less than five minutes to complete. Thank you!

Congratulations on receiving the Inclusive Excellence Grant!  Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to fostering an inclusive environment is valued and appreciated. Your innovative approach and passion for promoting diversity will undoubtedly make a significant impact. The following units will be given a grant ranging in amounts from $1500 - $2000; OSCR and Connie Frank Basic Needs Center, NAH and WRC, and University Housing and Office of Civic Life.  Thank you for continuing to provide excellence to the Illinois community!

The Illinois Department of Public Health is offering FREE QPR Suicide Prevention Trainings. Learn how to Question a person about suicide, Persuade a suicidal person to get help, and Refer a suicidal person to the appropriate resources. Participants will receive a certificate, a QPR e-book, and a printable wallet card. Register with code: ILS1837184428. Available until 12/31/24.

Illinois is competing in the We Give Blood Drive, a competition by Abbott and the Big Ten to tackle the worst blood shortage in a generation. The winning school will will receive a $1 million donation toward student health from Abbott! We’re hosting a blood drive at the State Farm Center on Oct. 23 from 1-7 PM. If you can't join for that event, visit a local blood center or another campus blood drive before Dec 7. Just make sure to upload your proof of donation to bigten.org/abbott

Have you studied abroad? Here's how to make the most of it! Learn how to identify and articulate the skills and career competencies gained through your study abroad experience. An alum will share their real-world experience and insights on applying their experience in today’s job market. Registration is encouraged but not required. To learn more and to register, visit Handshake.

Campus Recreation is hosting a Faculty and Staff Free Day on Monday, October 28. All faculty and staff will have free access to both the Activities & Recreation Center (ARC) and Campus Recreation Center East (CRCE). Remember to bring your i-card. Experience the state-of-the-art workout facilities right on campus and consider purchasing a membership at only $42 per month via payroll deduction.

1. Greet and say hello to team members. 2. Be proactive in addressing issues / taking things off someone’s plate. 3. Give compliments to people about their work.

Need a quiet space for your virtual or phone interview? The Career Center offers a Student Interview Room exclusively for undergraduate and graduate students. It is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rooms can be booked in 1-hour blocks. Please submit your request at least 3 days in advance

Most events hosted by Salaam Middle East and North Africa Cultural Center were at capacity during their first year of being open.