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The Anthro Club here at UIC is an awesome group of students who all share an interest and passion for the field of Anthropology! All majors are welcome in this club! We love to learn about both past and present cultures and discuss ethnographic, anthropological, and archaeological news, reports, and discoveries! Also, we invite guest speakers to talk about their careers and research throughout the school year! There will be space for undergraduates to present their own projects as well, in a safe space! We love to help members in Anthro course work, as well as to help members make connections with like-minded individuals and professors and faculty!

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Using the clubroom in bsb and its amenities: refrigerator, microwaves, Britta, study space.

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The mission of this organization shall be to engage students in learning and sharing interests in the field of biostatistics. We aim to foster an environment where students can have discussions and communicate with faculty to advocate their needs. The Biostatistics Student Association’s mission is to facilitate student engagement and collaboration, assist incoming and existing students with courses, preliminary exams, and career opportunities, and further develop their professional and academic goals. The Biostatistics Student Association will organize social, networking, and academic events to facilitate connections among graduate students in biostatistics and mentorship opportunities.

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The purpose of the Black Graduate Student Association is to meet the academic, professional,
and social needs of Black graduate students. Our organization recognizes that graduating with a
master's or doctoral degree is a top priority. Subsequently, this organization is dedicated to the
promotion of academic excellence, mentoring, professional guidance, and social support that will
enhance the scholarship of Black graduate students at University of Illinois at Chicago. Most
importantly, we plan to use these tools to empower our community and assist with opening the
doors to higher education to more individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. We wish to
provide a place of refuge where Black students are encouraged to share ideas, concepts, and
frustrations. Finally, we aim to provide social opportunities for members to relax and network

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Our mission is to empower BIPOC individuals with the mentors, resources, and consistent confidence to pursue positions of influence and power within the dietetics field. Our goal is to advocate for institutional and systemic change toward equity, and support and encourage more dietetic professionals to enter the dietetics field who identify with and resemble the demographics of the communities they serve.

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The purpose of this organization is to provide student-led, rapid-response academic support for current chemistry students at UIC to augment both conceptual and mathematical understanding through a convenient, accessible platform.

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Volunteering and membership in a community of students who seek to aid other students in their Chemistry courses

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Our mission is to engage and empower students of diverse backgrounds to explore the various topics and careers that Criminology, Law and Justice covers in order to promote early future plans. By hosting events, attending conferences, offering networking, leadership, internship, scholarships opportunities, and other unique ways students can make an essential connection with what they are studying and how they can apply that concept in life. Our goal is to inspire, educate, and grow each and every person's thoughts of the criminal justice system. We want all Criminology, Law and Justice Majors and Minors, even Non-Minors, to be informed of today's justice system and why it is important in our everyday lives.

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Having connections with all the students in your major.

Please sign up with us by joining UIC Connection or filling out the form on our website's "Join Us" tab.

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Diagnostic Radiology Interest Group (DRIG) fosters interest in the field of diagnostic radiology among the student body by organizing events such as radiology skills workshops, procedure workshops, shadowing, and the annual post-match panel. We aim to increase exposure of medical students to radiology and to equip those interested in pursuing radiology as a career with resources and experiences to make them strong applicants.

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The Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG) is a student-run organization that aims to expose pre-clinical and clinical medical students to various aspects of Emergency Medicine as a medical specialty, through seminars such as physician panels and hands-on workshops, including suturing, intubation, and simulation sessions.

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The English Club’s mission is to create a community space for those with a passion for reading and writing. We come together to share work, experience each other’s performance art, and help each other progress towards our artistic and professional goals.

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Come join us and learn more about the French language and the Francophone culture!

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The purpose of this organization shall be to advocate on behalf of Physics Department graduate students, to promote a sense of community among them, to ensure effective communication between students and Physics Department faculty, administration, and staff, and to ensure equitable representation for students in MS and PhD degree programs in matters pertaining to student welfare.

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- Interactions with other graduate students in physics.
- Opportunities to socialize and make friends
- Engagement in invited talks, game nights, and possible social outings.

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The main mission of this organization shall be to enable the development and dissemination of knowledge, research and technologies in areas like operations research, analytics and management sciences. This organization is a supportive network of UIC Business students and faculty members.

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Access to INFORMS journals: Members get free or discounted access to the Institute's peer-reviewed journals, such as Operations Research, Management Science, and INFORMS Journal on Computing.
Networking opportunities: INFORMS at UIC members can connect with other professionals in their field at conferences, workshops, and online forums. Members can also participate in special interest groups and regional chapters to engage with others in their specific areas of interest.
Career resources: In collaboration with the official INFORMS chapter, we can publish and provide access to various career events and resources to the members.
Professional development: Members have access to continuing education and professional development opportunities through webinars and conferences.
Discounts: Members receive discounts on INFORMS at UIC publications, as well as discounts on conferences, workshops, and other events.
Access to data and software: INFORMS at UIC members have access to a range of data and software resources, including the WorldData.AI, geo intelligence for data science and AI initiatives, Analytics Maturity Model and Decision Analysis Software Directory.
Community involvement: INFORMS at UIC encourages members to give back to their communities through volunteer opportunities and outreach programs after the collaboration with various other chapters as well.
Overall, INFORMS at UIC membership offers a range of benefits for professionals and students in the field of operations research, management science, and analytics.

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To promote professional and educational experiences within Kinesiology and related fields. Additionally, promote and thus increase understanding and appreciation of Kinesiology and Exercise & Fitness, to the students, faculty, University, and community.

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As a member of Kinesiology club, you will gain numerous experiences to better one's self in the field of Kinesiology as well as your personal life. We aim to connect members and create life long connections that will help guide both your personal and professional life. Through general body meetings, volunteer events, guest speakers, and Fit4Life we hope to explore the world of Kinesiology and get excited about their future health care professions.

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The Linguistics and Literature Graduate Students Association (LLGSA) is a graduate-student-run organization that fosters an inclusive community for linguistics, cultural studies, and literature graduate students by promoting scholarly exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development. We strive to provide resources and opportunities for career growth, advocate for the well-being of our members, and celebrate the diverse cultures and traditions within our field. Through workshops, mentoring, and networking, we aim to enhance the academic and professional lives of our members and advance linguistic and literary scholarship. In the pursuit of LLGSA’s mission, LLGSA collaborates with the School of LCSL's faculty, administration, and alumni, as well as other student groups and faculty within the wider UIC community and beyond.

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The linguistics club is here to create and support an active community of students who are interested in linguistics. We respect all languages and cultures, and acknowledge the fact that everyone can learn languages in different ways, paces, and at different levels of fluency. Through this organization, we will share knowledge, host events, collaborate with other student orgs, and invite speakers to share their experience and insights on linguistics topics. Additionally, we'll build professional skills for those in the linguistics minor as well as the computer science and linguistics major, bring awareness to linguistics research, and create opportunities for students to engage in linguistics research.

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Join us on our game nights to test your knowledge of linguistics and related topics, attend one of our movie nights, and come make tie dye t-shirts to help support the club!

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To expose UIC students to the business world & develop their leadership skills, so that our future business leaders can reach their goals with confidence.

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A membership with the Management Leadership Association provides students with the tools & opportunities to be exposed to the corporate business world, with a key emphasis on professional development and managerial competencies. Members will have the opportunities to visit various corporate headquarters, meet with business leaders, and attend bi-weekly meetings helping them to improve their core business skills.

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The purpose of this organization shall be to expose medical students to the field of ophthalmology via panels, workshops, newsletters and raising awareness of volunteering/research opportunities related to ophthalmology.

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The purpose of this organization shall be to support PhD nursing students. We aim to foster collaboration among graduate students within UIC and with those from other institutions, promoting academic and professional growth through mentorship, networking, and shared resources.

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Each month the physics club will hold a meeting where like-minded students, faculty, and staff can network, collaborate, and discuss everything we can about physics. Anyone is welcome to join no matter the major or degree level as long as you enjoy physics!

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Founded in 1929 by Frederick H.Lewis and Edwin B. Newman, Psi Chi (pronounced "Sigh Kye") is the international honor society of psychology. Psi Chi is an affiliate of the American Psychology Association (APA) and aims to be for universities what the APA is for professionals. At the University of Illinois at Chicago, our Psi Chi chapter is keen on providing community, leadership, educational services, and research opportunities for psychology students on and off-campus.

PLEASE NOTE: In order to join Psi Chi you must meet the requirements and apply. Click here for more info: https://www.psichiatuic.org/app-now

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Graduation Regalia: Honor Cord and Psi Chi Certificate
Support for UIC's Psi Chi events and programming
Access to All National Psi Chi Benefits
Over $400,000 in annual awards, grants, and scholarships
Financial assistance for traveling to conventions, conducting research projects, promoting diversity, financing your education, etc
Psi Chi satisfies one of the requirements for GS-7 government jobs
Society Publication opportunities exclusive to members (~ 4 publications)
More. Available here: https://www.psichi.org/page/member_benefits

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Our mission is to increase Chicago-area STEM literacy through outreach in marginalized communities by implementing student-driven volunteer-based initiatives.

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The purpose of the organization shall be to: serve as an outlet for underclassmen to find guidance according to their appropriate major through a mentor who is also the same major as them.

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Underclassmen will be mentored to gain insight on their major by someone who is already ahead of them (upperclassmen). The club will have different opportunities for STEM majors to take in order to strengthen their resume.

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The Urban Planning & Policy Student Association shall function to represent and serve students enrolled in the Master of Urban Planning & Policy (MUPP) program at UIC. The organization shall represent the interests of MUPP candidates at all levels of UIC administration, facilitate student input in collegiate procedures, promote and sponsor collaborative educational, networking, and social events to advance the academic and professional development of MUPP candidates, and act as an open forum for the exchange of ideas and information.

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Membership in UPPSA provides all MUPP students with access to professional development opportunities, academic advocacy, leadership roles, and a collaborative platform to engage with peers, faculty, alumni, and planning organizations.