TalkCampus is a peer support platform offered by the Counseling Center that helps Illinois students connect with others who have lived experience navigating common college stressors. It is safely monitored, anonymous, and available 24/7 in 26 languages. Students can post, chat with a trained TalkCampus Buddy, join group discussions, journal, and access self-guided wellbeing resources. Students can sign up at talkcampus.com/sign-up using their Illinois email and access it via web or mobile app. 

New Student and Family Experiences is starting to build the 2026 Moms Weekend Calendar and we’d love your events to be part of it! Moms Weekend is April 10–12, so there’s plenty of time to start planning something fun and engaging for Illinois families. If you’re considering hosting an event, we’d love for you to add it to the calendar and join us in making the weekend a great experience for our families. 

Applications for two career development programs—FOCUS and Career Certificate–International (CC-I)—are open for Spring 2026. These semester-long programs are designed to help students build career competencies, gain practical skills, and take their next step in their career journey. Applications close Feb. 1, 2026. To learn more visit: careercenter.illinois.edu.

The Kaplan All Access Program, which gives U. of I. students FREE access to test prep, ends Feb. 28, 2026. Students can enroll now for up to 12 months of access to admissions exams, career credentials, licensure exams, as well as skills development and new-hire courses. Whether students are planning for grad school or the workforce, encourage them to enroll before the program sunsets so they don’t miss out. Visit the Kaplan All Access page on our website for the full list of 40 courses and the enrollment portal.