International Students, Will you be writing a research paper or group project this semester?  Every week, we answer questions and provide tips to develop, research, write, and present research papers and projects. See the list of weekly in-person sessions held in Fell Hall 202 from 12:30 to 1:15 pm every THURSDAY.  Use the QR code to register!Dates  Thursday Workshop Topics   Fell 212, 12:30-1:15Sept. 5How do I narrow a topic into a thesis or research questions?Sept. 12How do I identify reliable sources for my research paper?Sept. 19How do I read and analyze research articles?Sept. 26How do I create an annotated bibliography (summary, analysis, response)?Oct.  3How do I summarize, paraphrase, & quote correctly & avoid plagiarism?Oct. 10How do my team and I succeed in completing group projects?Oct. 17How do I write a useful and effective outline?Oct. 24How do I format an APA-style paper?Oct.31How do I write a strong literature review?Nov. 7How do I polish my draft using editing and proofreading strategies?Nov. 14How do I plan and prepare for final exams and projects?Nov. 21How do I turn my paper or project into a powerful presentation?Hosted by: Office of International EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10337538

Participate in this virtual “speed dating” style of networking and connect with Redbird alumni. This fun and interactive session is sure to help you build your professional connections and help you gain a few career tips. Access the session Access the session via Zoom at: https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/97507447187. Career Readiness Week sessions Join Career Services for Career Readiness Week to gain helpful career tips and advice to assist you with your career exploration, preparing for your career, job search strategies, and much more. Attend this session or any of the other sessions in this series.Monday, AI Hacks for Career Success Tuesday, October 15 Alumni Insights: Job Search Tips Wednesday, October 16 Career Success Toolkit: Perfect Your Brand Friday, October 18 Interview with ConfidenceSpecial accommodations If you need special accommodations in order to participate, contact Career Services at (309) 438-2200.Hosted by: Career ServicesOnline Location: https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/97507447187Additional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10324909

Understand how the body responds to stress and learn practices for managing the anxiety that is evoked in high stress situations.  This series will teach participants how to employ strategies for studying and taking their content test. Each workshop builds upon the next, but students are welcome to join at any date. There is an in-person option or a zoom option at differing times. If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, please contact (Dr. Becky Beucher, COE) at (rlbeuch@ilstu.edu). Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.  Workshop Series: 09/19 - Navigating Your Resources 09/26 - Time Management and Study Skills 10/03 - ILTS Vocab Vault 10/10 - Reading the Test Questions 10/17 - Test Taking Anxiety Hosted by: Efaw Center for Educator ExcellenceAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10378216

Understand how the body responds to stress and learn practices for managing the anxiety that is evoked in high stress situations.  This series will teach participants how to employ strategies for studying and taking their content test. Each workshop builds upon the next, but students are welcome to join at any date. There is an in-person option or a zoom option at differing times. If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, please contact (Dr. Becky Beucher, COE) at (rlbeuch@ilstu.edu). Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.  Workshop Series: 09/19 - Navigating Your Resources 09/26 - Time Management and Study Skills 10/03 - ILTS Vocab Vault 10/10 - Reading the Test Questions 10/17 - Test Taking Anxiety Hosted by: Efaw Center for Educator ExcellenceOnline Location: https://illinoisstate.zoom.us/j/5236036600Additional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10401968

Join the conversation: from Aspiring Educators to Peace Corp opportunities, to League of Women Voters, to Classroom Teachers, there is a lot to learn about Advocacy & Education at home and abroad. Teaching & serving during challenging times.  Presenters: Teaching, activism, and community engagement are the topics that center all the speakers - join table conversations with the following speakers share different approaches & use different angles.  Bella Chlada & Alayna Nance, ISU Students with Illinois Education Association Aspiring Educators John Bierbaum, Social Studies Department Chair, Normal West High School Dane Myers, Assistant Director, Stevenson Center for Community & Economic Development (Peace Corp- teaching & serving aboard) Kyle Ciani, ISU History Department Faculty & League of Women Voters volunteerHosted by: Efaw Center for Educator ExcellenceAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10485377

Practice at Park Drag Lane from 5-7 PMHosted by: Women's Lacrosse at Illinois State UniversityAdditional Information can be found at: https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/event/10371580