News from the Mothers and Dads Associations
Important Dates
Fall 2006 Dean’s List
August, October and December 2006 Graduates
Commencement Ceremony tickets available
Campus Safety
2007 Spring Election Results
Video Captioning services now being offered
Veterinary Medicine Open House
Career Fairs
Campus Committees
Exhibitors invited to Environmental Horizons
EPA's Summer Student Employment Opportunities Website now available
Illinois in the News

News from the Mothers and Dads Associations

I want to encourage all of our parents to post questions, concerns, and personal experiences on our Message Board. I believe one of the best ways to make this successful is to hear about parents’ experiences with their student and on campus. There is a lot that can be learned when communicating with others who are going through the same things you are. This also gives us a chance to see what you want to learn more about.

Learn about some important tips for reserving hotel rooms on special event weekends, including Mothers and Dads Weekend. Also, if you plan on attending Graduation Ceremonies this Spring and need overnight accommodations, be sure to make your reservations as soon as possible.

Important Dates

March 17, 2007 -- Spring Break Begins

• Undergraduate Residence Halls Close at 3 p.m.

March 22, 2007 -- Tuition Payment Due
March 25, 2007 -- Undergraduate Residence Halls Reopen at Noon
March 26, 2007 -- Instruction Resumes
March 30, 2007 -- Deadline to Withdraw from the University and Receive the Minimum 40% Pro-Rata Refund

Fall 2006 Dean’s List

Dean’s lists for the 2006 fall semester have been announced by eight colleges and another academic unit at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

August, October and December 2006 Graduates

The names of 1,911 December graduates have been announced by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, along with 1,111 August and 357 October 2006 graduates. Commencement for all graduates is held in the spring.

Commencement Ceremony tickets available

Free tickets for the Campuswide Commencement Ceremony at Assembly Hall will be available beginning Monday, March 19 through Friday, May 11 to all students on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no limit on the number of tickets you may request; however, please take only as many as you will actually use.

If you plan on attending your student’s college or program ceremony, please view their website for more information about tickets and other details.

Campus Safety

One of parents’ top concerns is for the safety of their student. The University of Illinois offers many different resources that students can use in order to be safe on campus. The following are just a few of the many ways the U of I helps keep your student safe:

SafeRides
Student Patrol Walking Escorts
Emergency Phones
University Policies on Drugs and Alcohol
Crime Prevention
Overall Security
Safety Committees

Educational Resources

CARE Workshop
Campus Safety Video for New Students
ACE IT Program
Whistle Stop and Rape Aggression Defense System
Fraternity Peer Rape Education Project
Personal Safety Tips

In addition, the August 2006 newsletter provides more information on campus safety that you might want to share with your son or daughter.

The University of Illinois does provide resources and education for keeping your student safe. However, the best way for your student to stay safe on campus is by making smart decisions. I encourage you to remind your student of these resources and to keep communicating with them about how they can ensure their own safety.

2007 Spring Election Results

Great success as there were over 80 balloted candidates and nearly 10,000 voters this year, the highest vote total since the inception of the Illinois Student Senate. “Unofficial” Election Results

Video Captioning services now being offered

All videos (VHS/Web) shown in class must be closed captioned. If they are not, Disability Resources and Education Services can caption the materials. A three-week lead time is required. For more information, contact Angella Anderson at 244-5785 or aanders2@uiuc.edu

Veterinary Medicine Open House

The state’s only veterinary college will be hosting their annual Open House on Saturday, March 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students are preparing more than 40 exhibits and demonstrations that reveal the breadth of knowledge needed for success in the veterinary field. You can learn about parasites, explore veterinary clinical specialties such as cardiology and dentistry, ask questions about veterinary education and careers, and meet lots of animals, including birds of prey, reptiles, and adoptable puppies and kittens! Admission is free.

Career Fairs

The Multicultural Career Fair will be held on March 28th in the Illini Union from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The College of Applied Health Sciences will be hosting a Career Night at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center on March 29, 2007 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Campus Committees

The University is currently accepting applications from students who wish to serve on a campus committee. The deadline for the application is March 30, 2007. There are many available options for students including: Career Services Council, Wellness Committee, Public Safety Advisory Committee, etc.

Exhibitors invited to Environmental Horizons

Student groups, community organizations, departments, and programs are invited to exhibit at Environmental Horizons 2007, a showcase of the depth and breadth of environmental discovery, engagement and scholarship on our campus. Tell us you are coming by April 1. The event is April 25.

EPA's Summer Student Employment Opportunities Website now available

The site provides a central Web portal through which students may enter to learn about EPA offices and summer employment opportunities. Having a central portal makes it easier for students to find information about specific areas in which they would like to work. They also will be able to submit a job application directly to the EPA location that has a vacancy.

Illinois in the News

UI Relay for Life $1 Million Goal

The 6th annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign will be held in April 20 from 7 pm to 7 am at the University of Illinois Track grounds. With already over 130 teams of 8-15 people, an outstanding entertainment schedule, and the goal of reaching a $1 Million lifetime income. This year's Relay For Life will be larger than ever. Relay For Life is more than a fundraiser; it is about being a community dedicated to eliminating cancer. Full Story

Robert B. Graves named dean of U. of I. College of Fine and Applied Arts

Robert B. Graves, the interim dean of the College of Fine and Applied Arts at the University of Illinois, has been selected to be the college’s permanent dean, pending approval of the U. of I. Board of Trustees. The board will formally consider the appointment at its March 13 meeting in Urbana. The appointment is effective March 16. Full Story

UIParents E-Update is a compilation of information for parents of University of Illinois Students produced by the Parent Programs Office and the Mothers and Dads Associations at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign