Welcome to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We hope that this guide will help you get accustomed to the University of Illinois and the broader Urbana-Champaign community.
As a graduate student at Illinois, you belong to a dynamic and diverse community of scholars and scientists. During your studies, most of your academic and administrative needs will be met by the qualified graduate faculty and staff in your program. From time to time, however, you will rely on services provided by the Graduate College.
This guide is designed to provide general assistance on matters of interest to graduate students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Because policies may change, it is always advisable to contact the units directly or visit the Web sites offered in this guide for official and up-to-date information. University Web sites can also be accessed through the University of Illinois home page at www.uiuc.edu.
The Graduate College (second and third floors of Coble Hall, 801 S. Wright, C, 333-0035) has oversight responsibilities for about 9,000 students pursuing degrees in over 100 masters and doctoral programs in more than a dozen academic colleges, schools, and institutes. The College works closely with individual graduate students, with graduate faculty, with graduate program administrative staff, with the academic colleges, with the campus administration, with the Office of Admissions and Records, with many Student Affairs units, and with graduate student representatives on various college and campus committees to address a wide range of issues basic to graduate education at Illinois. More detailed information about these services is online at www.grad.uiuc.edu, and the following list provides a brief overview. The Graduate College participates in a myriad of aspects of graduate education. We invite you to call on the Graduate College staff whenever you believe that we may make your graduate education more rewarding.
The Graduate College handles many administrative matters beyond those at a department level, such as admissions, petitions, preliminary examination committees and final examination committees, as well as applications for programs such as the CIC Traveling Scholar program. Policies and forms for administrative requests handled by the Graduate College are available online at www.grad.uiuc.edu.
The Graduate College Career Services Office (GCCSO) assists University of Illinois graduate students with decision making and planning for career paths, both within and beyond the academy. The Office is a centralized resource for graduate students from all disciplines, with services focused especially on the needs of graduate students in the humanities, social sciences, fine arts, and other areas in which students are not presently served by dedicated, discipline-based career services offices. GCCSO staff provide advising, special programs, resources, and referrals to help students with career choices and with the job search itself.
The GCCSO Web site, www.grad.uiuc.edu/careerservices/, provides information about CVs and résumés, interviewing, the academic and nonacademic job search processes, and negotiating job offers. In addition, GCCSO staff present workshops for graduate students each semester on many career topics. See the Calendar of Events for the most up-to-date workshop schedule. All GCCSO workshops are free, although some require advance online registration. GCCSO staff also meet with students individually to provide resume/CV advice and discuss career options. To make an appointment with an adviser, contact the GCCSO at GradCareerServices@uiuc.edu or call 333-4610. Walk-in hours are also available and are posted on the GCCSO Web site.
The Graduate College Fellowship Office provides administrative assistance related to graduate fellowships. Each year the Graduate College administers approximately 1,200 fellowship appointments awarded by federal agencies, academic departments, the Graduate College, and other resources. A list of fellowship opportunities for University of Illinois graduate students is online at https://www.grad.uiuc.edu/fellowship/. The Graduate College General Affairs Office also administers conference travel grants for students who will be presenting papers, posters, or creative work at professional conferences.
The Educational Equity Programs Office helps recruit and retain graduate students from populations that are underrepresented on our campus, in part by participating in a number of recruiting activities across the nation. Once students are admitted to the University, the Office continues to play an important role in their graduate study. For example, the Office is an active participant in the selection of recipients of fellowship awards such as the Graduate College Fellowships, the Diversifying Faculty in Illinois Program, and the Illinois Committee on Educational Opportunity Program. In addition, the office provides assistance to students who seek external fellowship and scholarship support.
The Education Equity Programs Office works with a variety of University organizations, including the Counseling Center, the Black Graduate Student Association, the Native American Student Organization, the Latino Graduate Student Association, La Casa Cultural Latina, the Afro-American Studies and Research Program, and the African American Cultural Program. For more information, call 333-4860 or visit their Web site at www.grad.uiuc.edu/eep/.
The Graduate and Professional Admissions and Academic Support Unit of the Graduate College is the official admitting office for the University's graduate students. GPASU also provides services to campus academic and administrative offices, as well as to prospective and current graduate students. The Unit is housed on the third floor of Coble Hall, and inquiries can be directed to Room 309 Coble Hall, 801 S. Wright Street, C, 61820, (217) 244-4637, or gradadmissions@uiuc.edu. For more information about admissions procedures or the support functions of GPASU visit www.grad.uiuc.edu/admissions/.
In an effort to ensure graduate input in decision-making on campus, the Graduate College appoints graduate students to Graduate College committees and facilitates appointments of graduate students to campus-wide committees. If you are a student interested in possibly serving on a Graduate College committee, contact Mary Lowry at lowry@uiuc.edu to discover what opportunities are available.
Students, faculty, and staff at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are a diverse group whose personalities, experiences, activities, and personal goals vary widely. The Graduate College staff are experienced in the types of conflicts and problems that can arise in this environment. Staff members are available to assist students with effective problem solving and to help students identify steps that may be taken to resolve problems without jeopardizing academic progress. To find out more about campus resources for problem solving and conflict resolution, see that section of this guide, and the Graduate College Handbook for Students, Faculty and Staff.
The Graduate College Handbook is your guidebook to University policy related to graduate studies. It explains what is expected and required of you to successfully complete your graduate degree. The Handbook contains policies for a wide range of academic and administrative procedures at the University, such as those concerning degree and registration requirements, preliminary and final examination committees, thesis deposit, assistantships, and waivers of tuition and select fees. The Handbook is available online at www.grad.uiuc.edu/gradhandbook/.
GradLinks is an electronic bulletin for graduate students distributed through the graduate office in your department. It is designed to help keep you informed of upcoming deadlines, events, and announcements pertinent to graduate study at the University. Past issues are archived at www.grad.uiuc.edu/pubs/gradlinks/.
The GCCSO electronic newsletter is a self-subscription bi-weekly newsletter distributed by the Graduate College Career Services Office that informs graduate students, faculty, and staff about upcoming events and workshops. The newsletter also provides links to interesting career-related articles and occasionally posts job openings and fellowships. To subscribe, go to www.grad.uiuc.edu/careerservices/newsletter/.
All graduate students completing masters or doctoral theses at the University of Illinois must deposit their theses in the Graduate College Thesis Office. The Thesis Office assures that all requirements for deposit have been met and that a thesis meets the quality standards established by the Graduate College Executive Committee. Information about the Thesis Office, including checklists, formatting rules, and required forms, is available at www.grad.uiuc.edu/thesis/.
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is situated within the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana. Some campus buildings are in one city and some in the other, with Wright Street acting as the dividing line between the two. Just remember, if you are east of Wright Street, you are in Urbana and, likewise, if you are west of Wright Street, you are in Champaign. Some streets such as University Avenue run continuously between both cities, however the numbering system changes at the border, and some street names change as well. Therefore, you will want to be aware of the city as well as the exact street address when looking for a specific building. In this Guide, "U" indicates Urbana and "C" indicates Champaign.
All Urbana and Champaign phone numbers begin with the area code (217).
Campus maps are available on the Web at www.uiuc.edu/ricker/CampusMap.
Calendars for both the academic year and various campus events are available at www.grad.uiuc.edu.
The Graduate College Events and Deadlines Web page at www.grad.uiuc.edu/events/ includes several calendars, including the Graduate Academic Calendar, which lists crucial academic dates for graduate students.
The information desk in the north lobby of the Illini Union, 1401 W. Green, U, provides information and assistance to all visitors. Visitors may also telephone 333-INFO for campus information.
Many University services are accessible via Web-based applications that are managed by Campus Information Technologies and Educational Services (CITES) (see section in resources). CITES also provides each student with a campus e-mail account. Extensive information about CITES services is available at www.cites.uiuc.edu.
As a graduate student at the University of Illinois, you will have several IDs and passwords, each of which provides access to particular services. Prior to your first semester at the University, you should receive an email describing how to set up your University passwords and accounts. For information about each University Id, it’s function, and related password information, go to www.cites.uiuc.edu/newstudents/gettingstarted/index.html. For additional information about CITES specifically for new students, go to www.cites.uiuc.edu/newstudents/index.html.
Remember that all IDs and passwords are confidential. They are used to protect your rights and privacy. Do not share them with anyone. Your three most essential forms of University identification are the NetID, the EnterpriseID, and the i-card.
The NetID and password gives you access to sites and services specific to the Urbana-Champaign campus, such as computer labs and e-mail. Note, however, that you may be required to set up separate passwords for different services. For example, you may need to set up one password for access to a campus computer lab and another to log in to your e-mail account, each of which is different from your NetID password, yet you can only create these by logging in to the system with your NetID and password. The NetID password is also often called your "Bluestem" password, because the Bluestem system is used for authentication. (The Bluestem authentication screen will soon become a familiar site, and you will immediately know which password to use with that screen.)
In most cases, your EnterpriseID looks the same as your NetID; however, the passwords for each of these are set separately, and they can be different. You will need your NetID and NetID password to set up your EnterpriseID password. The EnterpriseID allows access to the statewide University of Illinois administrative system for official records in Student Services, Financial Aid, and Billing, called Banner. Students access Banner through the Web-based UI Integrate Self-Service. You will need an EnterpriseID and password to register for classes. To set up your EnterpriseID, go to apps.uillinois.edu/selfservice and follow the steps for first-time users. Your Enterprise ID will allow you to claim a housing contract and to access the Student Self-Service Online Registration Forms.
Your i-card is the University's official photo ID. In late August, before and just after the fall semester is beginning, i-card are issued on the second floor of the Illini Union between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. During the rest of the year, i-card are issued in the ID Center located on the second floor of the Illini Union Bookstore on the corner of Wright and John streets.
The i-card is used to access certain services and facilities, such as library borrowing, computer labs, printing and copying, campus recreation facilities, health care, residence halls and dining facilities, and student elections. It also serves as a library user card and a bus pass. Depending on the service, you may be asked to present the actual i-card, enter the University ID number (UIN) located on the front of the card, or scan the barcode or the magnetic stripe. Off-campus students do not automatically receive i-card, but can request one from their home department, which will request one from your Campus ID Center (found at) www.icard.uillinois.edu/dsp_choose_id_center.cfm. More information is available at www.icard.uillinois.edu.
Shortly after new students are admitted, they will be invited to visit the NetID claiming Web site at netidclaim.uiuc.edu/ to set up your Net ID. You will need to enter in your University ID Number (UIN), date of birth, and last name. The UIN was provided to you in your Official Notice of Admission letter. After you have set up your Net ID and password, you will be able to link to the Enterprise ID page. We encourage you to go ahead and set up this ID and password as well. Your University email account will be the account to which all official correspondence from the University will be sent, unless you enter another email address as the preferred email using UI Integrate.
Please note that your e-mail account will not be activated until just before the beginning of your admit term. More information on your e-mail account set-up can be found on the CITES web page at www.cites.uiuc.edu.
Three local bookstores sell textbooks specifically for courses taught at the University:
Students at the University of Illinois are supported in a variety of ways. Having submitted the Application for Admission to the Graduate College, found at www.grad.uiuc.edu/admissions/apply/, you were placed in the candidate pool for consideration for all fellowships administered by the Graduate College along with fellowships and assistantships offered within the department to which you’ve applied, and some types of support are only available for new students. To be considered for continuing student support, contact your department and read the rest of this section.
In order to apply for need-based financial aid, a student must complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) between January 2 and March 15. Additional information about need-based assistance and application packets containing the FAFSA are available from the Office of Student Financial Aid, 620 East John Street, C, IL 61820, or online at www.osfa.uiuc.edu.
Many graduate students receive appointments as teaching assistants (TAs), research assistants (RAs), graduate assistants (GAs), or pre-professional graduate assistants (PGAs). Individuals with monthly-paid appointments that begin August 16 will receive their first paychecks on September 16 for the full month (August 16-September 15) as long as all necessary electronic and paper forms are completed by the student in a timely manner and processed by Academic Human Resources. Those with first-time appointments are given access to NESSIE New Hire, the interactive Web application where most employment forms are located.
If you are beginning a new appointment, it is important to fill out all required employment forms as soon as possible so as not to delay your first pay check and your dental and vision care coverage. The appointing department will provide you with access to these forms through an online system called NESSIE. When entering information into NESSIE, make sure you complete all sections of NESSIE and hit the 'submit' button at the end of each one. Please contact your appointing department if you have not completed these forms.
If you are an international student, please see the section entitled "International Students and Assistantships" below.
Assistants are appointed to fractions of full-time equivalent work based on a standard 40-hour work week, e.g. a 50% assistantship requires an average of 20 hours of work per week. Assistantship appointments between 25% and 67%, inclusive, for three-quarters of the semester, provide waivers of either the full tuition or the base-rate (in-state) tuition, depending on your program of enrollment (and regardless of residency status). Such appointments also carry waivers of the service, health service, Library/Technology, and AFMFA fees, provide a partial payment of the health insurance fee, and include vision and dental insurance. Be aware that, unless covered by some other source, students are responsible for paying all other student fees. Fees may be paid in full at the start of the term or in installments over the term. The health insurance fee can be waived if you are already covered under a comparable health insurance plan. (See section entitled "Student Health Insurance" for dates and procedures to waive this fee.)
Assistants are expected to be registered students in good standing. The Graduate College does not set a minimum number of hours an assistant is required to be registered, but some departments do set minimum requirements for registration. Assistants who also hold fellowships or scholarships are required to be registered for a minimum of twelve hours to qualify for a tuition waiver. In unusual circumstances, a reduced course load may be requested for scholars or fellows. The Graduate College has the final authority in all such matters. Guidelines for assistantship appointments are posted on the Graduate College Web site at www.grad.uiuc.edu/policies/ga_guidelines.htm. More information about assistantships can also be found in the Graduate College Handbook at www.grad.uiuc.edu/gradhandbook/.
For further information about campus tuition waiver policies, see the Graduate College Web site at www.grad.uiuc.edu/policies/tuitionwaiver.htm. For further information about assistantship policies and procedures, contact your appointing department. If additional information is needed, contact the Office of Academic Human Resources at 244-2400 (appointment processing), 333-6747 (human resources policies), or www.ahr.uiuc.edu. Questions may also be directed to the Graduate College staff at 333-0035 or in person at 204 Coble Hall, 801 S. Wright, C.
The Assistantship Clearinghouse is an online listing of available assistantships and hourly positions for graduate students. To view the postings, go to www.grad.uiuc.edu/clearinghouse/. If you are still looking for funding, we strongly advise that you check this page regularly for updated information.
The Graduate College Fellowship Office (209 Coble Hall, 801 S. Wright, C, 333-0036) provides administrative functions related to graduate student fellowships. For a list of fellowship opportunities as well as other sources of financial aid, visit the Office's Web site at www.grad.uiuc.edu/fellowship/.
Are you an international student with an assistantship offer? If so, it is critical that you complete certain steps prior to beginning work for your assistantship.
If you are in another status (including anything other than F-1 student with a valid I-20 or J-1 student with a valid DS-2019 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign), you must consult with International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) as soon as possible.
For questions regarding any of the above, contact ISSS (400 Student Services Building, 610 E. John, C, 333-1303, ISSS@uiuc.edu) can answer questions about any of the above procedures, or visit Information for Incoming Graduate Assistants at www.ips.uiuc.edu/isss/students/index.
Graduate students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents may apply for federal educational loans for up to $18,500. To apply, you need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to a federal processing center. The applications are available from the Office of Student Financial Aid, or you may file online at www.fafsa.ed.gov/. When filing the FAFSA, you must indicate the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Federal School Code # 001775 so that this institution will receive your application information. The federal processing center uses your financial information from the previous tax year to calculate an Expected Family Contribution (EFC). A new FAFSA must be submitted each year. The amount that you may borrow is limited by the Expected Cost of Attendance (as estimated by the Office of Student Financial Aid) minus any source of educational assistance, including Veterans Benefits (GI Bill), tuition and fee waivers, Federal Work Study assistantships, fellowships or scholarship funds.
There are two types of federal loans. The Federal Direct Subsidized Loan provides up to $8,500 (based on need) without interest while you are enrolled in an accredited college at least halftime. If you are not enrolled or if you are enrolled for less than half time for six consecutive months, you begin to repay your loans and the interest begins to be assessed. The interest rate varies, but is capped at 8.25%. Changes occur July 1 of every year. Currently the interest rate is much lower.
Like the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan, the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan requires no payment on principal while enrolled at least half-time at an accredited institution and allows for a six-month grace period of non-enrollment or less than half-time enrollment. Repayment begins when you have been registered for less than half time for more than six consecutive months. The variable interest rate changes every July 1, but will not exceed 8.25%. Currently the interest rate is much lower. The interest on unsubsidized loans, however, does begin accruing from the time the loan funds are disbursed. You cannot exceed $18,500 per year (Fall, Spring and Summer) through the combined Direct Subsidized Loan and the Direct Unsubsidized Loan. (You may be limited to less than $18,500 if your Expected Cost is less than $18,500 and/or your other resources restrict your loan eligibility to a lower amount.)
The 2007-2008 FAFSA bases its calculations on your 2006 income. If you are awarded less than $8,500 in Direct Subsidized Loan and if your 2007 income will be less than your 2006 income, you can request a Special Circumstances Information form from the Office of Student Financial Aid, and your Expected Family Contribution may be recalculated. The Office of Student Financial Aid is located in the Student Services Arcade Building, 620 E. John, C, 333-0100. For more information, including useful links, visit www.osfa.uiuc.edu.
In addition to major educational loans, the University makes special funds available for use in emergencies. Graduate students with financial problems should go to the Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA). Staff members in that office can determine eligibility for short-term loans.
A limited number of SEAL (Student Equal Access to Learning) grants are available from the Graduate College for emergency financial aid to meet acute unanticipated needs of registered full-time students who are candidates for graduate degrees. In order to be considered for an emergency grant, students must first have applied for a short-term loan from OSFA. These grants vary from $35 to $300; applications are available in the Graduate College.
International students may also qualify for emergency funding from International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), 400 Turner Student Services Building, 610 East John, C.
As of January 1, 2003, some students holding graduate assistantships (GAs) or pre-professional assistantships (PGAs) may be required to pay taxes on tuition and fee waivers that exceed a value of $5,250. However, not all GAs and PGAs will be required to pay taxes on their tuition waivers. Each semester GAs and PGAs whose tuition and fee waivers to date are valued at more than $5,250 will receive a notice that includes a "Declaration of Tax Exempt Status for Graduate Student Assistants' Tuition and Service Fee Waivers." The notice and form will come from the Office of the Assistant Vice President for Business and Finance. It is very important that all GAs and PGAs who receive the form complete it and return it to University Payroll at 118 MAB, (campus mail code 54), 809 S. Marshfield Ave., Chicago, IL 60612. Taxes will be withheld for students who are required to fill out this form and do not do so.
If you hold a GA or PGA appointment, you will not have to pay tax on your waiver if:
If you have a GA or PGA appointment that requires that you fill out the form, please fill out the declaration form very carefully. In doing so, it is important to review the explanatory notes about the scope of teaching and research responsibilities that pertain to the taxability issue for these appointments and about what is meant by qualifying for a new trade or business.
If you are unsure about whether your GA or PGA appointment is considered tax exempt, please contact the Payroll Office. GAs and PGAs whose tuition and fee waiver exceeds $5,250 should receive the form in the mail. If you do not receive the form, and believe that you should have, you should contact the Payroll Office. Responsibility for completing this form lies with the student holding the appointment, and not with the University. Failure by any GA or PGA to complete and return the form will result in taxes being withheld.
Please note that all questions concerning tax and income should be directed to the Payroll Service Center at (866) 476-3586 or (217) 265-6363.
In December 2002, eligible graduate assistants at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign chose the Graduate Employees' Organization (GEO/IFT/AFT/AFL-CIO) as their representative in contract negotiations. The GEO is now officially recognized as the exclusive bargaining unit for all graduate assistants (GAs) and most teaching assistants (TAs). Those graduate students who hold appointments as a research assistants (RAs) or as pre-professional graduate assistants (PGAs), and teaching assistants who are teaching for the first time in one of the following units, which have required teaching for degree completion since before 1996, the year the GEO first petitioned for an election, are not represented in the bargaining unit: Animal Biology, Biochemistry, Cell and Structural Biology, Chemistry, Germanic Languages and Literatures, Microbiology, Plant Biology, and Psychology.
For more information about the GEO, contact the organization at 1001 S. Wright, C, 344-8283, geo@shout.net, or visit the Web at www.shout.net/~geo/. To see the Agreement by and between the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois and the Graduate Employees' Organization see the GEO Agreement with the University of Illinois (PDF).
Many organizations and foundations offer grants to support research in specialized fields. More information can be obtained from the Illinois Researcher Information Service (IRIS), Room 128, Observatory, 901 South Mathews Avenue, U, IL 61801, (217) 333-0284, or www.library.uiuc.edu/iris/; and departmental offices. IRIS compiles information on research grants; staff members will assist researchers in their search for funding. Some schools and colleges publish additional materials concerning research grants and contracts.
Veterans who believe they may be eligible for educational benefits should contact Veteran’s Educational Services, found at www.osfa.uiuc.edu/veterans/vet_index.htm in the Office of Student Financial Aid. Application for benefits should be made annually.
Students enrolled in credit courses and in attendance on the Urbana-Champaign campus are assessed two health fees: one covers health service at the McKinley Health Center and the Counseling Center, and the other provides group health insurance.
McKinley Health Center is located at 1109 S. Lincoln, U. Students who register for more than 5 credit hours are automatically charged the health service fee for McKinley services. Those who register for less credit may purchase the service by paying the fee at the Health Center's Business Office. McKinley is a primary care, outpatient medical clinic accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and provides most of the medical services that students need while on campus. McKinley provides general medical care, mental health counseling, immunization and travel services, and a comprehensive program of health education and wellness promotion. Service units include a medical clinic; a women's health clinic; a men's health clinic; an immunization and travel clinic; a wellness promotion unit; a mental health unit; and a pharmacy. Laboratory and radiological services are also available. The staff at the health center include physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, psychologists, medical social workers, health educators, pharmacists, and laboratory and radiological technicians. The health fee covers doctor and nurse practitioner visits, treatment for illnesses and injuries, laboratory tests, and certain x-rays. Most prescriptions are available at the McKinley pharmacy at no additional charge or in some cases for a small co-payment. McKinley also offers immunizations, travel consultations and health education services, including advice about nutrition, stress management, fitness and sexuality.
Spouses of graduate students can also purchase McKinley services for a fee, if they can document that they have current health insurance that would cover medical care that McKinley does not provide (such as hospitalization, specialty health care, and emergency department visits) and if they also meet the University's immunization requirements. The fee provides access to the primary outpatient medical care, psychiatric services, and preventive programs provided by McKinley. The sign-up period for spousal coverage takes place two weeks before and after the beginning of each semester. Call the Business Office at 333-2719 or visit the office at room 111 McKinley for more information. Other dependents are not eligible for care at McKinley or at the Counseling Center unless they are also enrolled as students at the Urbana-Champaign campus.
McKinley's satellite clinic, SportWell, located in the Intramural Physical Education Building, serves students with sports-related concerns. In addition, McKinley maintains two health resource rooms where students can obtain health education materials, cold medications, and over-the-counter contraceptives. These resource rooms are located in McKinley and the Illini Union. For additional convenience, prescription refills and transfers can be requested through McKinley's Web site.
The Dial-A-Nurse is available at 333-2700 twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, to answer health-related questions and to give advice. For information on how to schedule a non-emergency health appointment visit www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/General/appointments.htm. Failure to cancel an appointment will result in a fee unless you follow the “cancelling an appointment” instructions at www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/General/appointments.htm. McKinley's hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, but vary with time of year and department. The Medical Clinic and Pharmacy are also open on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Note that hours change during the winter break and summer.) For further information, please see www.mckinley.uiuc.edu or e-mail McKinley at mhc@uiuc.edu.
Although the health center provides care for the great majority of student health needs, it is not intended to be a total medical care service for every student. Students with health problems requiring care beyond McKinley services will be referred to community health care providers or hospitals. Responsibility for the cost of care not provided at McKinley remains with the student, or it may be covered by the student's health insurance.
Please be aware that the Illinois law requires that all incoming students have documentation of certain immunizations on record at McKinley. Your registration may be blocked if the Health Center does not receive your immunization documentation. Also, all incoming international students are required to have a tuberculosis-screening test. See the "Immunization Requirement at Registration for All Students" section for more information.
The Counseling Center is located at 110 Turner Student Services Building, 610 East John Street, C, 333-3704, www.couns.uiuc.edu. Counseling Center services are designed to help students address many of the academic, relational, and emotional concerns they face, such as: academic problems (e.g., motivation, anxiety, procrastination, learning difficulties); relationship problems; dual-career issues; transitions and life skills; eating and body image concerns; alcohol/substance abuse; depressed and anxious mood; loss or grief; family difficulties; lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender concerns; diversity and cultural differences; recovering from trauma (physical, emotional, sexual). Counseling Center services are confidential in accordance with state mental health law.
Members of the Counseling Center staff have extensive training and experience. In addition, staff members reflect much of the diversity that is found on campus and are committed to meeting the special needs of individuals from a variety of backgrounds whenever possible.
Each student who has paid the student health service fee is eligible for an Initial Appointment, which provides the opportunity for a student to talk confidentially with a counselor about immediate concerns. Initial Appointments are made on a same-day basis by calling the Counseling Center any time after 7:50 a.m. Because appointment times each day are limited and generally fill quickly, students are encouraged to call early. Counseling Center services are confidential (in accordance with state mental health law).
McKinley Health Center Mental Health Unit, 333-2705, provides counseling and psychiatric services for all students registered on the Urbana-Champaign campus who have paid the Health Service fee. There is no charge for visits. Services offered include individual, couple, and group counseling and psychotherapy and, when indicated, pharmacological treatment. Students who require prolonged or intensive services will be assisted in arranging private mental health care if desired.
The Psychological Services Center (505 East Green Street, C, 333-0041) is a professional service center for residents and organizations in the Urbana-Champaign area. Various therapeutic, assessment, consultative, and educational services are offered for adults, adolescents, and children, including individual and group therapy, marital and family therapy, and psychological assessments. Clinical services are provided by clinical interns and faculty members in the clinical psychology program in the Department of Psychology and the Counseling Psychology Program.
Centerpoint, a division of the Mental Health Center of Champaign County (1801 Fox Drive, C, 398-8080), offers counseling and crisis services for persons of all ages in Champaign County. Fees are charged on a sliding fee scale. Crisis telephone counseling is available 24 hours a day at 359-4141.
(for injury and illness which may require services beyond those McKinley can provide, including hospitalization and outpatient care)
The University provides and administers worldwide health insurance coverage for students. Health insurance is separate from McKinley Health Center and the McKinley health service fee. The health plan is mandatory for students who have not provided proof of other equivalent health insurance coverage. Please note that a tuition and fee waiver only partially covers the student health insurance fee; students are responsible for paying the remainder of this fee. The fee for the plan is automatically assessed along with tuition and other fees.
Benefits provided by the University's health insurance policy are detailed in the Student Health Plan booklet, which can be viewed from the Student Insurance Office Web site at www.si.uiuc.edu/. Students may request a booklet by sending e-mail to insure@uiuc.edu or picking up a copy at the Student Insurance Office.
During the Enrollment/Change Period at the beginning of each semester, students may purchase coverage for dependents, request an extension of prior coverage, apply for Open Enrollment Reinstatement, or apply for an exemption from the student health insurance fee. See www.si.uiuc.edu for these dates for 2007-2008. The necessary forms can also be downloaded from the Web site, and faxed, or deposited in person at the Student Insurance office during the Enrollment/Change Period. All forms mailed to the Student Insurance office must be postmarked by the deadline. For other deadlines consult the Student Insurance Office Web site at www.si.uiuc.edu/.
If you have questions or need more information, visit the Student Insurance Office Web site, read the Student Health Insurance Plan booklet, contact the Student Insurance Office at (217) 333-0165, or visit them in person at suite 480, Illini Union Bookstore.
In order to purchase dependent coverage, the student must be insured under the Student Health Plan. Dependent insurance must be applied for each semester during the Enrollment/Change Period. Dependent coverage becomes effective on the date of application and receipt of premium, or the beginning date of the semester for which coverage is being purchased; whichever is later. Dependents who were insured the prior semester will have no lapse in coverage provided the application and premium are received by the close of the Enrollment/Change Period. Dependents acquired (through marriage, birth, adoption, or entry into U.S.) after the enrollment period may be added to coverage provided application is made and premium paid within 31 days of the eligibility date (date of marriage, birth, adoption, or entry into U.S.). Coverage becomes effective on the date of eligibility. Payment of a full semester's premium for the semester in which the eligibility date occurred is required. Application forms can be downloaded from the Student Insurance Office Web site, or completed in person at the Student Insurance Office. Forms mailed to the Student Insurance Office must be postmarked by the deadline. For deadlines consult www.si.uiuc.edu, the Student Insurance booklet, or contact the Student Insurance Office at (217) 333-0165.
Insured students who do not plan to enroll for classes for the next consecutive semester (including summer) may elect to extend their coverage for themselves and for their dependents for one semester beyond the last enrolled semester. Students graduating from the University may elect to extend coverage for two semesters: premiums for both semesters must be paid at time of application. Extension forms can be downloaded from the Student Insurance Office Web site or completed in person at the Student Insurance office during the Enrollment/Change Period. All forms mailed to the Student Insurance Office must be postmarked by the deadline. Coverage for eligible dependents may also be extended for this period. For deadlines consult the Student Insurance Office Web site, the Student Insurance booklet, or contact the Student Insurance Office at (217) 333-0165.
Exemption from the insurance fee is granted when a student completes an exemption form and provides evidence of other health insurance coverage, which is in effect on or before the first day of a semester and deemed equivalent coverage to the University Plan. Equivalent coverage can have no more than a $500.00 deductible per plan year (the Student Insurance Plan has a $200.00 deductible), at least 80/20 benefits with no less than $200,000.00 in benefits per injury or illness, and have inpatient/outpatient and surgical coverage. Exemption forms must be completed during the Enrollment/Change Period. For deadlines consult the Student Insurance Office Web site, the Student Insurance booklet, or contact the Student Insurance Office at (217) 333-0165. An exemption will continue until such time as the student requests reinstatement into the plan, which is NOT guaranteed, or does not respond to a periodic request to confirm that he or she continues to be covered by another equivalent health insurance plan.
There are two ways to reinstate into the Student Health Insurance Plan: Change of Status Reinstatement and Open Enrollment Reinstatement. Rules and conditions for reinstatement vary, and details are available at www.si.uiuc.edu/. Change of Status Reinstatement can be implemented if loss of other insurance and a notice of such coverage termination from the prior insurance company is provided. Open Enrollment Reinstatement is for students who have not lost their other coverage, or if it has been more than 45 days since the termination of other coverage. For either option, the student must be registered in a way that they are eligible to be assessed the student insurance fee to be reinstated. Reinstatements must be done in person at the Student Insurance Office.
Under federal regulations, international students in J-1 status and their J-2 dependents are required to have health insurance while in the United States. Failure to maintain health insurance coverage is grounds for terminating a student's permission to remain in the United States. The Student Insurance Plan provided by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign meets all requirements. The required coverage must include the following features:
International students can find additional information regarding health insurance at www.ips.uiuc.edu/isss/pages/index.php?catID=2&pageID=28. It is advisable to check with International Student and Scholar Services at www.ips.uiuc.edu/isss/ on a regular basis concerning these and any new requirements.
Illinois state law requires all new students to provide proof of immunity to certain contagious diseases (among them: diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella, and tetanus) before enrollment. All admitted students will receive an Immunization Information Form, which must be completed and submitted upon arrival on campus. All international students will be screened for tuberculosis at the time of enrollment in accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health. All students please note: if the required Immunization Information Form is not submitted, you will not be eligible to register for future terms. Immunization Information Forms are also available online from the McKinley Health Center Web site at www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/General/requirements.htm.
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign provides dental insurance for graduate students holding waiver-generating appointments, at no additional cost. Consult the Graduate College Handbook to see if your appointment qualifies. Students in this group will be automatically enrolled in the plan upon the completion of their appointment papers. For students beginning in the fall term dental coverage begins on September 1 or the first day of a student's appointment, whichever is later, but not earlier than September 1. For students beginning in the spring term, coverage begins February 1 or the first day of a student's appointment, whichever is later, but not earlier than February 1. Please take this into consideration when scheduling appointments.
All other graduate students can voluntarily enroll in the same dental insurance plan by paying the annual premium. Graduate students may also voluntarily enroll dependents for coverage. Students, wishing to voluntarily enroll or wishing to enroll dependents, must enroll during the Enrollment/Change Period listed below.
For graduate assistants and fellows to see a brief overview of the plan, or for information about how to voluntarily enroll during the Enrollment/Change Period, or to enroll dependents, see the plan brochure (PDF). To view coverage details, how to choose a dentist, a list of participating dentists, claim forms, the privacy policy and more, go to www-4.deltadentalil.com/uofi.html.
For graduate students who are not assistants or fellows, to see a brief overview of the plan, or for information about how to voluntarily enroll during the Enrollment/Change Period, or to enroll dependents, see the plan brochure (PDF). To view coverage details, how to choose a dentist, a list of participating dentists, claim forms, the privacy policy and more, go to www-4.deltadentalil.com/uofi.html.
The dental plan, provided by Delta Dental of Illinois, covers two free annual exams/cleanings if using a participating Delta dentist or a partial reimbursement if using a non-Delta provider. The plan also covers a significant amount of the cost for additional basic services.
For the 2007-2008 academic year, the Enrollment/Change Period will be as follows for both dental and vision insurance coverage:
For fall, the enrollment period is September 1 through September 30, 2007
For spring, the enrollment period is February 1 through February 29, 2008
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign provides vision insurance for graduate students holding waiver-generating appointments, at no additional cost. Consult the Graduate College Handbook to see if your appointment qualifies. Students in this group will be automatically enrolled in the plan upon the completion of their appointment papers. For students beginning in the fall term vision coverage begins on September 1 or the first day of a student's appointment, whichever is later, but not earlier than September 1. For students beginning in the spring term, coverage begins February 1 or the first day of a student's appointment, whichever is later, but not earlier than February 1. Please take this into consideration when scheduling appointments.
All other graduate students can voluntarily enroll in the same vision insurance plan by paying the annual premium. Graduate students may also voluntarily enroll dependents for coverage. Students, wishing to voluntarily enroll or wishing to enroll dependents, must enroll during the Enrollment/Change Period listed below.
To voluntarily enroll or to enroll dependents for vision insurance, you need to fill out and submit the Vision Care Enrollment Form (PDF) during the Enrollment/Change Period.
The Vision Service Plan (VSP) provides one annual comprehensive eye exam by a participating doctor at no additional cost to plan members. Members also receive substantial discounts on glasses and contact lenses, and partial reimbursements for services by non-VSP providers. For plan details for graduate assistants and fellows, see the plan brochure (PDF). For plan details for graduate students who are not assistants and fellows, see the plan brochure (PDF). To see a list of local participating providers go to https://www.eyemedvisioncare.com/memweb/ProviderLocator. For the 2007-2008 academic year, the Enrollment/Change Period will be as follows for both dental and vision insurance coverage:
For fall, the enrollment period is September 1 through September 30, 2007
For spring, the enrollment period is February 1 through February 29, 2008
Graduate assistants and student workers are covered by the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act. Failure to follow existing University policies or the provisions of the Act may affect the worker's right to compensation for lost wages or reimbursement for expenses incurred.
Staff and students injured during the course of work duties are requested to report promptly to either the Carle Occupational Medicine Department or the Christie Occupational Medicine Department, or to the respective emergency rooms when the occupational medicine units are closed. Although workers may see their personal physicians, the University will only pay "usual and customary" charges in these situations. Those who go first to the occupational medicine department at Christie or Carle will have all charges paid (including referrals) for compensable on-the-job injuries. Anyone who receives a work deferral for more than three days that is not issued by either of the occupational medicine departments must schedule a follow-up appointment with one of the two departments as soon as practical. It is the sole responsibility of injured workers to keep their departments and the Claims Management Office (810 South Sixth Street, 333-1080) informed of any work deferrals. Hours of operation for the two occupational medicine departments are:
Carle Occupational Medicine www.carle.com/Clinic/OccMed/Urbana.htm, Carle Foundation Hospital, 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., weekdays, Telephone: 383-3077
Christie Occupational Health Service www.christieclinic.com/departments/detail.asp?DEPT_ID=17, 101 West University Avenue, C, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., weekdays, Telephone: 366-1310.
Housing for graduate students at the University is available in the form of on-campus graduate student residence halls and apartments, all of which are located close to campus.
The University offers housing for single graduate students in two residence halls within walking distance of the campus. Furnished single and double rooms are available. Cooking is not allowed in student rooms, but residents may use the University Dining Services through a meal plan contract or by purchasing individual items. A contract for food service in campus dining rooms can also be arranged. The residence halls have a variety of facilities, including computer labs, lounges, laundry rooms, television rooms, and vending machine rooms.
Two University apartment complexes are available for married graduate students, graduate students with children or partners, and single graduate students. Apartment options include efficiency, one-bedroom (furnished and unfurnished), or two-bedroom (furnished and unfurnished) units. An unfurnished unit includes a stove and refrigerator. Television lounges, computer centers and convenient laundry facilities are available. Many cultural, social, educational, and recreational programs are available for residents of all ages.
Students must be admitted before they can sign housing contracts. Priority in assignment is determined by the date the completed contract is received. Information and application materials for either of the above options is available online at www.housing.uiuc.edu. Students may also contact the Housing Information Office at 100 Clark Hall, 1203 S. Fourth Street, C, IL 61820, by e-mail at housing@uiuc.edu , or by fax at (217) 244-7073. For information specifically about University apartments, contact Family & Graduate Housing Office at the Family Housing Office, 1841 Orchard Place, U, IL 61801; by e-mail at famhous@uiuc.edu ; or by fax at (217) 244-1200.
For those preferring off-campus living arrangements, privately owned housing is plentiful in Champaign and Urbana. The Housing Information Office maintains information on Private Certified Housing in Champaign-Urbana and certifies these privately owned units. Information about Private Certified Housing is available at certified.housing.uiuc.edu/.
Students seeking privately owned housing are urged to visit the campus as early as possible, because arrangements for this type of accommodation usually are made in person. For off-campus rentals in the area, you may want to check the Web at community.housing.uiuc.edu, the News-Gazette at www.newsgazette.com/, and/or the Daily Illini at www.dailyillini.com/ for listings. Anyone not familiar with standard leasing practices should visit the Tenant Union Web site at www.tenantunion.uiuc.edu/ to learn more about lease agreements. Students may also visit the Tenant Union during walk-in hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at 326 Illini Union, 1401 West Green Street, U, IL 61801, for assistance with lease arrangements and for information on local landlords. Or you can reach them by e-mail at tenant@uiuc.edu. You can also visit the Web for information about finding local housing, including local utility, telephone, cable and Internet services.
University housing and the privately owned housing listed in the Housing Information Office are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, unfavorable discharge from the military, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era.
The Child Care Resource Service (CCRS) provides child-care resource and referral services to parents, child-care providers, employers and communities in six east-central Illinois counties (Champaign, Douglas, Iroquois, Macon, Piatt, and Vermilion). CCRS also administers the financial assistance program in which parents can qualify to receive aid in paying for child-care. The CCRS Web site provides links to child-care, child development, and parenting information helpful to both parents and professionals. CRS keeps a database of over 1000 providers, including licensed centers, license-exempt centers, and family child-care providers. For your convenience, the CCRC can perform an individualized search for child-care based on your needs. If you are looking for child-care, call the Center at 1-800-325-5516 or 333-3252, or visit their Web site at ccrs.hcd.uiuc.edu/.
The Child Development Laboratory (CDL) is a preschool and child-care program that facilitates and supports the teaching, research and service functions of HCD, the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, and the University community, while at the same time providing high quality early childhood program services for enrolled children and families. The CDL program plays a critical role in articulating the interconnectedness between theory, research and practice in disciplines focusing on the development of children and families. For more information, see their Web site at http://www.cdl.uiuc.edu/.
Parenting 24/7 is a University of Illinois Extension Web site geared toward meeting the needs of today's families while "raising children and managing family life". Information is easy to find segmented into the different stages of childhood for Infants (0 to 1 yr), Preschoolers (2 yrs to 5yrs), School Age (6 yrs to 12 yrs) and Teens (13 yrs to 18 yrs). For more information, see their Web site at http://www.parenting247.org/.
Technically, an international or foreign student is a person who is a citizen or permanent resident alien of a country or political area other than the United States; has a residence outside the United States to which he or she expects to return; and either is, or proposes to be, a temporary alien in the United States for educational purposes. For admission purposes, refugees and parolees are classified as international and must meet all requirements imposed upon international students except for the certification of financial resources.
The International Student and Scholar Services office (ISSS) provides international students with a wide range of services, including advice and information on federal regulations applying to international students, health care, insurance and housing problems, alien income tax returns, social security numbers, English language problems, personal problems, and other matters. ISSS also maintains Student Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS) data. International students must report all changes of educational status to ISSS. The office is located on the fourth floor of the Turner Student Services Building, 610 East John Street, C. Information is also available at www.ips.uiuc.edu/isss/.
All students whose native language is not English are required to have the Educational Testing Service (ETS) submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or have their International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results received before they can be admitted to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. A graduate applicant is exempt from this testing if, within five years of the proposed term of enrollment, he or she has completed at least two academic years of full-time study as defined by the home institution, or completed a graduate degree, in a country where English is the primary language and in a post-secondary institution where English is the primary language of instruction.
The University’s minimum scores can be seen at www.grad.uiuc.edu/admissions/instructions/04c.cfm, but many departments require higher scores. TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for only two years before the proposed term of entry. Applicants who score below the Full Admission Status score, which can be found at www.grad.uiuc.edu/admissions/instructions/04c.cfm, or fail to submit a required TOEFL score may be admitted; however such students will be admitted on limited status and will be required to take the English as a Second Language Placement Test (EPT) offered by the Division of English as an International Language upon arrival. Students cannot receive a degree while on limited status. To become eligible for full status the student must meet one of the following criteria: (1) achieve an acceptable score on the EPT, or (2) successfully complete the course or courses prescribed on the basis of that test.
Everyone providing classroom instruction is required to demonstrate additional proficiency in spoken English. See www.grad.uiuc.edu/admissions/taengprof.htm for more information.
Before being admitted to the University, international students requesting an I-20 or DS-2019 (F-1 or J-1) must show proof of their ability to support themselves and any accompanying dependents during their course of study, including the summer months, whether or not they enroll for classes. It is important to note that international students who have not been offered financial aid by the University before arriving on campus should not expect it to be available. Students who have received a commitment of financial assistance for one year must realize that continued support may not be awarded.
Ordinarily, students admitted on J-1 and F-1 status are not permitted to work outside the University. Under current immigration laws, international students must obtain permission either from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services or their J-1 program sponsor before they can obtain off-campus employment, and they must demonstrate that the necessity for such employment was unexpected and arose after they arrived in the United States. In addition, some students may request work authorization to take a job directly related to the field of study and commensurate with their educational level. In most cases, total employment cannot exceed 20 hours per week during the academic year.
International students are assessed nonresident tuition and fees. Transcripts or diplomas will not be released until all financial obligations to the University have been met.
The Graduate and Professional Admissions and Support Unit has more specific information concerning financial requirements for international students at www.grad.uiuc.edu/prospective/international.htm.
An international student is required to maintain his or her nonimmigrant status while enrolled at the University. Usually students enter the country on either an F-1 or J-1 student visa. In some cases, the spouse of a student with J-1 status may enroll as a student without changing to J-1 visa status; F-2 dependents are not allowed to study. Those in F-2 status wishing to study should consult with International Student and Scholar Services upon admission to the University.
An international student must be working toward an educational objective in order to maintain his or her nonimmigrant status. Unless it is the last semester of enrollment, an international student must be enrolled full-time each term (except summer). International students must keep International Student and Scholar Services informed of their status and any change of address, and work through the staff of that office to make changes in their nonimmigrant status or extend their permission to stay in the United States.
International students in F-1 or J-1 student status are generally permitted to work at the University of Illinois for a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year. All international students must complete a Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification Form) in the hiring unit before beginning employment. Students must show proof of valid work status in order to complete the I-9.
In some instances, international students may receive authorization to accept employment pursuant to an internship, practicum, or after completion of a degree. Students should consult with a staff member International Student and Scholar Services to determine their eligibility for these benefits.
See section above.
The Speech-Language and Audiology Clinic offers evaluation, consultation, and therapy for students, staff members, and persons from the general public who have speech and language problems or who are hearing impaired. Appointments can be made by calling 333-2230 or 244-9073 (TTY). Information can also be obtained by e-mail at shs@uiuc.edu or at www.shs.uiuc.edu. The clinic is located at 901 South Sixth Street, C.
Disability Services are coordinated by Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES). DRES is the designated office of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign charged with responsibility for ensuring that students with documented disabilities are afforded equivalent access to the programs, services, and facilities of the campus. Prospective students are urged to contact DRES to request information about services and resources, and are strongly encouraged to visit the campus and the DRES office well in advance of enrollment to plan for their needs. DRES offers a wide range of services to students with disabilities, from adapted testing to campus accessibility issues, assisted living and accessible transportation. The office is located at 1207 South Oak Street, C, IL 61820. To phone or fax queries regarding student services, call (217) 333-4603 (V/TDD) or (217) 333-0248 (fax). E-mail may be sent to disability@uiuc.edu, and information is also available at www.disability.uiuc.edu.
The Facilities & Services Parking Department is located at 1110 W. Springfield, Room 201 Public Safety Building. If you drive to campus, please note that there is limited metered parking available. The CashKey provides a cashless way to use parking meters that are located throughout the University District. A shuttle permit can be purchased and allows parking in the Shuttle area of lot E14 (First and Kirby) where there is access to the shuttle bus route. Visit the Parking Web site at www.fs.uiuc.edu/parking or call 333-3530 for further information.
All motorcycles and mopeds require a permit and must park in designated "Motorcycle Parking Permitted" areas. These areas are designated on the campus map. Bicycle registration is offered through the Facilities & Services Parking Department and is free of charge. Bicycle parking racks have been strategically placed throughout campus to accommodate your needs. Biking is a convenient, fast, and inexpensive way to get around the large campus. To avoid theft, purchase a strong lock (such as a U-lock) and lock your bike whenever you leave it. Visit the Parking Web site at www.parking.uiuc.edu/ or call 333-3530 for further information.
The Facilities & Services Parking Department offers motorist assistance to anyone on campus if you have a dead battery, run out of gas, have a flat tire, or lock your keys in your vehicle. Any time you need assistance between 7:00 a.m. Monday thru 7:00 a.m. Saturday, call our motorist assistance number: 244-HELP (4357). Visit the Parking Web site at www.parking.uiuc.edu/ or call 333-3530 for further information.
Getting around Urbana-Champaign by bus is easy using the local transit system called the Mass Transit District or MTD. Because your student fees include a transportation fee, your i-card works as your bus pass, giving you unlimited free access to all buses at all times! You can pick up a brochure with route and schedule information from the Information Desk in the Illini Union, on any bus, or, online at www.cumtd.com. In it you will find additional information about discounted passes and tokens for school-age children and spouses. The MTD also offers the SafeRides program that is available during hours when regular bus service is not in operation. Call 265-RIDE (7433). For additional information visit the Mass Transit District Web site at www.cumtd.com/ridingmtd/services/SafeRide.aspx.
Urbana-Champaign's proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis makes travel to surrounding metropolitan centers easy. Amtrak trains and Greyhound buses operate out of the Illinois Terminal at 45 E. University, C. Willard Airport, in nearby Savoy, is accessible by the MTD Airbus. For more information contact, call or visit these sites:
Links to campus administrative Web sites:
Urbana Campus Administration, www.uiuc.edu/administration/
The University of Illinois, www.uillinois.edu/
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees, www.uillinois.edu/trustees/
The President’s Office, www.uillinois.edu/president/
The Senate of the Urbana-Champaign Campus is composed of elected faculty and student representatives. With the assistance of 20 standing committees, the Senate exercises legislative functions in campus matters involving, among other things, educational policy, academic freedom and tenure, admission policies, student conduct governance and discipline, continuing education and public service, budget, equal opportunity, and the University libraries. Graduate students interested in Senate activities may obtain a self-nominating petition when they become available at the Illini Union Information Desk early in the spring semester; elections take place in late February or early March. For more information, visit www.senate.uiuc.edu, contact the Student Elections Commission, 115 Illini Union, 1401 West Green Street, U, IL 61801, (217) 244-4195, or send e-mail to senate@uiuc.edu.
The Illinois Student Senate (ISS) was created in Spring 2004 as the official voice of the student body at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The Senate also lobbies on behalf of students in local, state, and federal government, and works to promote health, safety, and tolerance on campus.
Senators have a dual role, as they also represent students in their colleges in the Urbana-Champaign Senate (see above). Not all members of the ISS are senators. Many members are students who serve on ISS committees or events. Membership is open to all students at the University, including graduate students. More information is available at www.iss.uiuc.edu.
These resources may help you when conflicts occur:
The Graduate Student Handbook contains information about policies related to conflict mediation for graduate students. Policies and procedures to follow vary depending upon the type of conflict and are only recommended once informal options have be exhausted or deemed inappropriate. Graduate College staff can help you in making this determination. See chapter IX of the Graduate Handbook for more information.
The Office for Student Conflict Resolution offers a wide range of services for students involved in disputes or interpersonal conflicts, or those who are experiencing harassment, charges of violation of the student conduct code, or similar problems. The services include student mediation services, referral services, and student discipline. The office is located at 409 Turner Student Services Building, 610 East John Street, C, 333-3680. Inquiries may be submitted electronically to via the office's Web site at www.conflictresolution.uiuc.edu.
The Office of the Dean of Students is located at 300 Turner Student Services Building, 610 East John Street, C, IL, 61820. Units serving graduate students include Asian Pacific American Affairs; La Casa Cultural Latina; Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns; and Women's Programs. The counseling, advocacy and referral services handle harassment, discrimination, relationship violence, date rape and sexual assault cases, and can be reached at HELPdean@uiuc.edu. For more information call (217) 333-0050 or visit the Web at www.odos.uiuc.edu. The Emergency Dean (333-0050) offers assistance to students and their families in emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Students who have paid the SORF fee and have not requested a refund may obtain assistance from Student Legal Service attorneys. They handle a range of matters including traffic offenses, landlord-tenant disputes, misdemeanors, and consumer disputes. The attorneys will not handle cases involving one student against another, or a student against the University or the state of Illinois, or felony cases. They cannot go outside Champaign County, but will give the accused person counsel. Student Legal Service is available to help inform students on practical aspects of the law as applied to individual problems. In addition, in-court representation is available in many cases. Priority is given to matters for which a student would be financially unable to retain an attorney.
Students needing an attorney should make an appointment by going to the Student Legal Service office at 324 Illini Union, 1401 West Green Street, U, IL 61801. The office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday throughout the school year, including the summer sessions. For more information visit www.odos.uiuc.edu/sls/.
Many departments offer some type of orientation session or course for new graduate students. If offered, you should attend this event or course, to find out about departmental requirements in your program. Additionally, most departments have a graduate handbook that will describe requirements and expectations that you need to fulfill to complete your degree. These are commonly found on your departmental Web site. Each department also has a Director of Graduate Studies. This person is also a resource for questions related to your department and program of study. Other graduate students in your department can also be a resource, especially more senior students, who are progressing through their program and already know the climate and culture of your department.
In addition to being supervised by faculty in the department in which they teach, teaching assistants can obtain help from the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE), a campus-wide service unit responsible for assisting faculty, academic units, and teaching assistants in improving instruction.
The staff work closely with colleges and departments but may also work solely with teaching assistants upon request. The staff also invite consultation and discussion on a wide variety of instructional issues including classroom pedagogy, classroom management, student achievement, assessment on issues related to instruction, teaching portfolios, academic integrity, creating an optimal learning environment, and active learning. The center coordinates the All-Campus Teaching Assistants (TA) and International Teaching Assistants (ITA) Orientations twice annually, the corresponding micro-teaching sessions, the follow-up workshops, informal early feedback for TAs during the semesters in which they teach, and the Graduate Teaching Certificate (GTC) and Advanced Graduate Teaching Certificate (AGTC) programs (see below). All of these activities and programs provide teaching assistants with many opportunities for follow-up consultation. The center also provides formal and informal programs and workshops on these and other topics for faculty, staff, and student groups.
In order to encourage graduate students to develop their teaching skills while simultaneously documenting their teaching experience, the University has created the Graduate Teacher Certificate (GTC) and the Advanced Graduate Teacher Certificate (AGTC) programs. These certificates provide documentation of a graduate student's involvement in teacher development and hands-on teaching activities such as instructional orientations, workshops, classroom teaching, and visitation or videotaping of the classroom teaching followed by consultative and student feedback. In addition, the graduate student provides a reflective analysis of the teaching experience. Further information and descriptions of the specific requirements for the GTC and the AGTC can be obtained from Instructional Development in the Center for Teaching Excellence at www.oir.uiuc.edu/.
The Committee on Institutional Cooperation at www.cic.uiuc.edu/ (CIC), a consortium of the Big Ten universities and the University of Chicago, has established the Traveling Scholar Program, www.cic.uiuc.edu/programs/TravelingScholars/, as part of its effort to increase cooperative use of the resources of its member institutions. The program enables a doctoral-level student to attend another CIC institution for a maximum of one year in order to take advantage of special course offerings, laboratory facilities, independent study with an expert in a particular field, or library collections that are not available on the student's own campus. Traveling Scholars register and pay fees as if they were in residence at their home universities. Some host universities may have additional special fees. Credit earned while in this program is automatically accepted by the Graduate College and is considered to carry "in residence" credit. Application forms are available from the Graduate College, 202 Coble Hall, 801 South Wright Street, C, IL 61820.
The procedure for applying to this program is as follows: The student's adviser discusses the proposed visit with a colleague at the host university, and both faculty members agree that the student is qualified to take advantage of the visit and that the work will be advantageous to the student's educational goals. The adviser should obtain course numbers and titles from the host university for the application at this time.
After the executive officer of the student's department approves the application, it should be forwarded to the Graduate College Traveling Scholar liaison officer.
When the liaison officer has approved the visit, the application is sent to the liaison officer of the host campus, who will obtain the signatures of the adviser and executive officer on that campus and approve and return the application to the student's home liaison officer.
The graduate student must register on the University of Illinois campus for CIC 500 for the term(s) for which he or she plans to be a Traveling Scholar. If the student wants to take the course work for Credit/No Credit, the appropriate paperwork must be completed on the home campus. The student must also keep in mind that a course taken for less than two quarter-hours cannot be transferred.
When the student has completed the courses at the host institution and grades have been assigned, the liaison at the host university will supply the liaison at the home university with transcripts from which the courses taken may be transferred to the student's transcript in place of the CIC 500 listing.
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign offers a rich and diverse computing environment. Campus Information Technologies and Educational Services, found at www.cites.uiuc.edu/index.html (CITES) provides computing, networking, telephone, and instructional technology services in support of academic activities on the Urbana-Champaign campus. Computing services include Express Email, found at https://login.express.cites.uiuc.edu/, the campus e-mail system that can be used with a Web-based interface, and NetFiles, an online storage and Web publishing system. CITES supports the campus network, UIUCnet, which is available through Ethenet and dialup connections. There are many locations around campus to connect to UIUCnet Wireless. CITES EdTech offers courseware, training and consultation for those who want to incorporate computer and Web-based technologies into their teaching, while CITES ClassTech provides instructional media support.
More information about CITES services are available on the Web at www.cites.uiuc.edu. The CITES Help Desk is located at 1420 Digital Computer Laboratory, 1304 W. Springfield Ave., U, IL 61801 and is available by phone at 244-7000 or e-mail at consult@uiuc.edu.
International Programs and Studies (IPS) coordinates, promotes, and supports international activities on campus. Through its various units, IPS fosters the development of this international expertise by facilitating faculty and student research abroad, coordinating international exchanges, supporting scholarly activities on campus, and leading public engagement in international affairs. For more information about IPS, visit www.ips.uiuc.edu/.
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign offers a number of opportunities for graduate students to pursue international studies and research, both on campus and abroad. Research opportunities are available through departments and several area centers and international units, such as Center for African Studies; Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies; European Union Center; Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies; Russian, East European and Eurasian Center; Program in South Asia and the Middle Eastern Studies; Arms Control, Disarmament and International Security; Women and Gender in Global Perspectives Program; Center for Global Studies, and Center for International Business Education and Research.
International Programs and Studies (IPS) provides several grants for graduate student research and study abroad, mostly from private donors. The Study Abroad Scholarship coordinator provides advising and support for students interested in national fellowships such as: SSRC's International Pre-dissertation Fellowship Program; Fulbright, Marshall, and Churchill Scholarships; and the Rhodes, Luce, and Jean Monnet programs.
For full information on these opportunities as well as other graduate study abroad programs and a wide range of courses and seminars in international studies, students should consult information available at the Office of International Programs and Studies (www.ips.uiuc.edu/), at various area centers listed above, as well as at the Study Abroad Office (www.studyabroad.uiuc.edu/). Students may search for curricula with overseas options at the Study Abroad Office Web site by clicking on 'programs'. Graduate students who plan to take courses overseas for which they wish to receive credit at Illinois should enroll in GC 499, Graduate Study Abroad, after obtaining approval from their departments. Prior to their return they should have a transcript sent to GPASU. A credit recommendation will be processed after receipt of the transcript, and credit or no-credit will be assigned for each transferred course.
The Office of Academic Human Resources, 807 S. Wright, Suite 420, C, 244-2400, administers the academic human resource program for faculty, academic professionals, academic and graduate hourly employees, and graduate students with assistantships. The Office provides a wide range of services. For more information, visit the Web at www.ahr.uiuc.edu/default.asp.
OAR is located at 901 W. Illinois, U, 333-0302. In addition to application information, OAR provides verification of enrollment to defer loan payments and supplies official University transcripts. Transcripts can be ordered online at www.oar.uiuc.edu.
Robert Henry Allerton donated his private estate, "The Farms" to the University of Illinois in 1946. The property, located just outside of Monticello, Illinois, consists of 1,500 acres of formal gardens, nature areas, and his manor house. The estate is used as a conservation area devoted to education, research, and recreation. You are welcome to visit Robert Allerton Park, www.allerton.uiuc.edu, which is open daily (except Christmas Day) from 8:00 a.m. to sunset.
The University of Illinois Alumni Association, www.uiaa.org/index.html, provides many resources for Illinois alumni.
Located at 1800 S. First, C, Assembly Hall, hosts a variety of events, including sports events, concerts, Broadway productions, marching band performances, conventions and craft shows. Call 333-2923 or visit www.uofiassemblyhall.com for more information.
Campus Conduct, www.provost.uiuc.edu/resources/campusconduct/ or 333-0033, is a University initiative designed to help foster a teaching, learning, and working environment that is free from unlawful and impermissible discrimination or harassment. Campus Conduct maintains an anonymous help line on its Web site to assist students, faculty and staff.
The Division of Campus Recreation oversees the many physical recreation facilities on campus, including the Intramural Physical Education Building (IMPE) at 201 E. Peabody, C, Campus Recreation Center East (CRCE) at 1102 W. Gregory, U, and the Ice Arena at 406 E. Armory, C, among others. Registration for more than 5 credit hours provides free access to these facilities with an i-card . Guests pay a nominal fee and spouses can buy discounted memberships with a U of I spouse ID. The Division also offers hundreds of wellness, sports, exercise and adventure programs for reasonable prices. See www.campusrec.uiuc.edu, or call 333-3806 for more information.
The University Police Department provides service to the campus community 24 hours a day. University of Illinois police officers have full law enforcement ability granted by the Illinois General Assembly under Chapter 110 Section 305 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes. Their jurisdiction includes all property owned or controlled by the University, as well as streets adjacent to and running through the University campus. For emergencies dial 911 (dial 9-911 from campus phones); for all other inquiries dial 333-1232 or visit the Web at www.dps.uiuc.edu.
In addition to the services offered through the Graduate College Career Services Office, many programs and departments provide discipline-specific career services. A complete list is available at www.careerservices.uiuc.edu.
CTE is a campus-wide service unit responsible for assisting faculty, academic units, and teaching assistants in improving instruction. The staff is available for consultation on a wide variety of instructional issues. Among CTE services are the annual All-Campus TA Orientation for new TAs, the Graduate Teacher Certificates Graduate Teacher Certificates (GTC) and Advanced Graduate Teacher Certificate (AGTC). For more information about CTE, go to www.oir.uiuc.edu.
CITES provides over 70 services that address the technology needs of the campus, including networking, e-mail, courseware, and telephone services. To find out more about CITES services, go to www.cites.uiuc.edu, call 244-7000, or visit the CITES Help Desk in room 1420, Digital Computer Laboratory, 1304 W. Springfield, U, or try www.cites.uiuc.edu/help/index.html. Also see section above.
CITES also runs nine sites with over 500 Mac and PC computers that are available to all students.
Visit the CITES Software WebStore to view over 100 University site-licensed software titles available to students at significant discounts or at no cost. For more information, go to http://webstore.uiuc.edu/.
CTEN is a registered student organization of the University that sponsors seminars and workshops of interest to graduate students who are currently teaching college-level classes and/or preparing for an academic career. For more information, go to https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/ro/www/CollegeTeachingEffectivenessNetwork/.
The Daily Illini is the University's official student newspaper. It is published daily Monday through Friday when classes are in session and announces most University events. It's probably the best way to find out what is happening on campus. You can obtain a copy from any of the DI newspaper stands placed around campus. They're easy to find and they're free! Read the Daily Illini online at www.dailyillini.com.
The Electrical and Computer Engineering Store room provides a wide variety of computer, office, and networking items available for purchase by he faculty, staff, and students of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Visit the web site, www.ece.uiuc.edu/ecestores/, for store hours and to view the online catalog. The Electrical and Computer Engineering Storeroom is conveniently located in room 60 Everitt Laboratory, at the corner of Wright and Green Streets.
IRIS is a unit of the University Library that maintains a database with over 8,600 active federal and private funding opportunities in the sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities, including fellowships and scholarships for grad students. To search the database or to subscribe to the IRIS Alert Service, go to gateway.library.uiuc.edu/iris.
The Foreign Languages Departments offer a unique learning opportunity in the form of the Intensive Foreign Language Instruction Program (IFLIP). IFLIP provides language instruction for three hours each day for a two-week period. Classes are taught by our advanced graduate students or faculty. Each class must have a minimum of 10 participants to be offered and is limited to a maximum of 20 participants to provide for an effective learning environment. IFLIP classes are open to UIUC students, faculty, staff, retirees, and to the general public. Children under the age of 18 are not eligible to participate. No academic credit is given for IFLIP instruction.
The Illini Union is the heart of campus situated at the north end of the Quad (1401 W. Green, U). It offers many services and accommodations, including the Courtyard Café, a food court, a vending room, guest rooms, and various study lounges. Visit the Information Desk (333-4636) at the main entrance for details about campus and local community events. For tickets to many campus events, including those held at Assembly Hall, visit Ticket Central in the northwest corner of the main level.On the main and lower levels, you will also find several recreational activities, including a bowling alley, billiard room, arcade, and art gallery. For more information, go to www.union.uiuc.edu.
Illinois International is a resource for international programming at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. There you can find international headlines, resources, travel/visa information, details about study abroad and international academic programs on campus, and details about international events and outreach on campus. Visit the Illinois International Web site at www.ilint.uiuc.edu/.
Krannert Center, 500 S. Goodwin, U, hosts a wide variety of musical, theatrical and dance performances throughout the year. Students receive discounts on ticket prices for most events. Call 333-6700 or visit the Web page at www.krannertcenter.com to find out about the upcoming season. In the atrium, you will find the Intermezzo Café and the Promenade Gift Shop.
With over 22 million items in its main and specialized collections, the University Library holds the largest public university collection in the world. Its computerized catalog system was the first to serve as a primary access to a large academic library. Today, more than one million people worldwide use the online catalog each week. The Main Library is located at 1408 W. Gregory, U. On the second floor you will find the information desk, the reference department, and the entrance to the main stacks.
The Main Library is a closed-stacks library; however, as a graduate student, your i-card allows you access. Throughout the rest of the building and situated across campus, there are more than forty subject-specific libraries, area studies centers, and special collections. A list of these libraries, which includes addresses and hours of operation, is available online at www.library.uiuc.edu/services/hours.php, or call the information desk at 333-8400. All locations permit open access to their holdings for all graduate students. Each maintains reference materials in its particular subject areas and offers a full range of reference services geared toward assisting library users who need specialized information. You can order books from the University Library and from several other area lending libraries by computer and have them sent to the campus library of your choice. The library's online catalog connects to a network of more than 40 academic libraries in Illinois, which also makes it possible for users in Urbana-Champaign to search for items that are not available on the campus. Public terminals for searching the library's online catalog are located at the Information Desk area on the second floor of the main library, in the Undergraduate Library, and in all departmental and special collection libraries.
If you need a book that is not available through the catalog system, contact the Interlibrary Borrowing Office in either Room 104A of the Main Library or on the library's Web site.
The library publishes a guide and other pamphlets explaining the collections and services. These are available near the Reference Room desk and the Information Desk in the main circulation area. For more information about library hours, policies, and procedures, visit www.library.uiuc.edu or call the information desk at 333-8400.
The Micro Order Center www.cstores.uiuc.edu/moc/moc.html sells new computers and accessories to University students, faculty, and staff at a discounted price. For product or price information, visit the Center in the southwest corner on the first floor of the Illini Union, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call the Center at 244-7938.
OMSA is responsible for providing leadership in developing, implementing and coordinating student support services and activities designed to assist minority students' personal development and academic achievement. OMSA provides guidance and counseling support to minority students in all areas relevant to their success on the campus, including general adjustment, financial aid, and career selection. Particular emphasis is placed on assisting students who are academically under prepared or who come from backgrounds underrepresented on the campus. The OMSA serves both undergraduate and graduate students on campus, and works closely with the Graduate College's Educational Equity Programs office. More information is available online at www.omsa.uiuc.edu or call 333-0054.
The University has three museums on campus. The Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion (500 E. Peabody, C, 333-1861) houses the largest collection of fine art in the state outside of Chicago. The collection contains over 8,000 works, ranging from ancient Egyptian and Pre-Columbian to European, Asian, and contemporary American art. The museum hosts numerous exhibitions, lectures and cultural events throughout the year, and sponsors a Resource Center for teachers. Visit the Web (and even view some of the collection) at www.kam.uiuc.edu/.
The Spurlock Museum (600 S. Gregory, U, 333-2360) features five permanent galleries celebrating the cultures of Africa, ancient Egypt, ancient Mesopotamia, Europe, East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania, the Americas, and the Ancient Mediterranean. A multipurpose learning center, 220-seat auditorium, temporary exhibit gallery, and educational resource center are included in the Museum's facilities. See www.spurlock.uiuc.edu for more information.
The Museum of Natural History (Natural History Building, 1301 W. Green, U) is a division of the Spurlock Museum and features permanent exhibits on biology and geology.
More than 800 registered organizations enrich life at the University by providing programs like dances, lectures, movies, tournaments, and races. The Registered Organizations Office is nlocated in the Student Organization Complex, 280 Illini Union. A list of currently registered organizations is available at www.union.uiuc.edu/involvement/rso/a-z_list.aspx.
The Office of Student Accounts and Cashiering is located in Room 100 of the David Dodds Henry Administration Building, 506 S. Wright, U. Payments can be made at the start of the term, either in person in room 100, by mail, or online. For more information, go to www.usfsco.uillinois.edu/.
The Office for Student Conflict Resolution provides mediation, adjudication and referral services to students in support of the educational mission of the University. For more details, visit www.conflictresolution.uiuc.edu.
The SEC is an organization of undergraduate and graduate students, which supervises student elections at the Urbana-Champaign campus, including the election of the Student Trustee for the Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs Office, the election of students to the Student Organizational Resource Fee (SORF) Board, and the election of students to the Senate of the Urbana-Champaign Campus. Although most active during the March elections, the SEC works year-round to update election rules and answer student questions about campaign eligibility and requirements. For more information, contact the Student Elections Commission, 115 Illini Union, 1401 W Green, Urbana IL 61801, 244-4195, or visit the Web at www.vcsa.uiuc.edu/campuscommittees/Stu_Election.html.
Our goal is to assist you and your family in securing the resources necessary to fund your education. In 2005-06, nearly $540 million in financial aid funds were administered and over 75% of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students received financial aid. OSFA is located at 620 E. John Street, C, IL 61820, and can be reached at (217) 333-0100. See www.osfa.uiuc.edu for more information.
The SORF board is comprised of students and staff who allocate funds to Registered Student Organizations (see above) to promote activities, programming, and events both on and off campus. To find out more, go to www.union.uiuc.edu/involvement/sorf/Default.aspx.
WILL AM-FM-TV, public broadcasting for central Illinois, is a source of high-quality, commercial-free local, regional and national programming. Linking listeners and viewers to National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), WILL enriches lives by teaching, entertaining and drawing people into the public affairs of the places they live. WILL is an important community resource, offering tornado safety seminars, free classical music concerts, workshops for parents and child care providers, and outlook sessions for farmers. Call 333-1070 for more information, or visit the Web site at www.will.uiuc.edu. For radio programming tune in to 580 AM for talk radio and 90.9 FM for classical music, TV channels vary depending on your cable provider.
The Writers' Workshop is part of the Center for Writing Studies and provides free writing assistance for University of Illinois students, faculty and staff from all disciplines and levels. Discuss your writing with consultants who are experienced writers and teachers of writing. Call or stop by to set up a 30- or 60-minute session at one of the four Workshop locations. For further information, visit the Web at www.english.uiuc.edu/cws/wworkshop.
Working in partnership with campus leadership, the VCSA strives to support students in their quest for a college degree and prepare all Illinois graduates for leadership and involvement in an increasingly diverse, technologically sophisticated, and complex global society. The programs, services, and facilities provided by the twelve departments within Student Affairs are designed to create a supportive environment that enhances the personal development and learning of all students. For more information, visit the Web at www.vcsa.uiuc.edu.
Located in room 277 of the Illini Union , the Office of Volunteer Programs provides informational resources on volunteerism; advises student service organizations; connects student groups and agencies; connects the C-U community and the University; offers consulting to strengthen community service-related programs; educates students about community service via workshops; and conducts outreach with community agencies and student groups. To find out more, go to www.union.uiuc.edu/ovp or call 333-7424.
The following is just a sample of businesses and contacts in the Urbana-Champaign community. You will find many more listed in the Yellow Pages. We hope this is enough information to give you a good sense of what is available and to help you get settled. For free maps of the area, phone directories or other assistance, call the Champaign County Chamber of Commerce at 359-1791. You can also find useful information about the community on the Visitor’s Guide to Champaign County Web page at www.visitchampaigncounty.org. In the addresses below, 'U' indicates Urbana and 'C' indicates Champaign. All CU phone numbers begin with the (217) area code.
Main Street Bank & Trust, corner of Green and Wright Sts., C, 351-6688
Busey Bank, 614 S. Sixth, C, 384-4552
National City, 505 E. Green, C, 1-888-622-4932
U of I Employees Credit Union, inside the Illini Union, 278-7700
Aroma Cafe, 118 N. Neil, C, 356-3200
Cafe Kopi, 109 N. Walnut, C, 359-4266
Caffe Paradiso, 801 S. Lincoln, U, 384-6066
- 602 E. Daniel, C, 328-1112
- 1117 W. Oregon, U, 337-6160
Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe, 709 S. Wright, C, 367-7402
Palette Café, 500 E. Peabody (inside the Krannert Art Museum), 344-2791
Starbucks, 501 E. Green St., C, 344-8613
Illinois State Examination Station, 2401 W. Bradley, C, 278-3344
*Please note that you may apply for an Illinois State Driver's License or Illinois State ID Card at any examination station within the state of Illinois.
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