MCB Advising offers a variety of workshops throughout the year for students on topics such as applying to medical school, learning more about specific careers, studying abroad, becoming an undergraduate researcher, and much more. Scroll down to view videos or download slides from past workshops.

We are committed to hosting accessible and inclusive workshops for all students. Please let us know if you have, or expect any accessibility needs or require accommodations to participate in any of our workshops. For questions, please contact Lilia Garcia at liliag2@illinois.edu.

Spring 2024 Workshops
 

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MCB Honors Info Session

 Jan 18, 2024 5 - 6 pm in 136 Burrill Hall  

MCB Study Abroad Info Session

Jan 24, 2024

5 - 6 pm in 140 Burrill Hall

  

Undergraduate Research Workshop

Jan 31, 2024

5 - 6:30 pm in 165 Noyes Laboratory

 Research Slides
RUSH University Master Programs Info Session Feb 15, 2024

5 - 6 pm via Zoom

Register: https://go.mcb.illinois.edu/Rush-MS

  
Intro to Graduate School Workshop Feb 19, 2024  5 - 6 pm in 106 Burrill Hall  
Succeeding in MCB Courses Feb 20, 2024 4 - 5 pm in 1000 Lincoln Hall  
MilliporeSigma Info Session Feb 20, 2024 5 - 6 pm in 217 Noyes Laboratory  
Research Park Career Fair Feb 26, 2024 3 - 7 pm in Illinois Conference Center  
MCAT Preparation Info Session Feb 26, 2024 5:30 - 6 pm via Zoom MCAT Prep Video
Pharmacy Workshop Mar 19, 2024 5:00 - 6 pm via Zoom  
Illini Career and Internship Fair Mar 27, 2024 11 am - 3 pm in Illini Room ABC, Illini Union  
Pre-med Workshop Mar 28, 2024

5 - 6:30 pm in 124 Burrill Hall

  
MCB Volunteer Info Session April 4, 2024 5 - 5:45 via Zoom  
Alumni Award Speaker: Dr. Lisa Monteggia April 5, 2024 11 am - 12 pm in 105 Burrill Hall  
Alumni Award Speaker: Dr. Ruben Mesa April 5, 2024 3 - 4 pm in 105 Burrill Hall  

 

Watch video or download slides from recent workshops

Becoming an Undergraduate Researcher

What is undergraduate research, how to find a lab, enrolling in MCB 29/BIOC290, and more.

Watch video of Fall 2023 session View slides from Spring 2024 session

Applying to graduate or professional school

Workshop leaders cover what is graduate school, what to expect, types of graduate programs, choosing a PhD program, and undergraduate preparation.

View slides from Fall 2022 session Watch video of Fall 2021 session

MCB Honors Concentration

Dr. Shawna Naidu shares information about the MCB Honors Concentration. MCB Honors is designed for exceptional MCB Majors who demonstrate personal motivation to explore a fuller complement of experiences in biology during their undergraduate training.

Watch video of Spring 2022 session

Preparing for Career Fairs

How to prepare for the College of LAS and ACES career fairs.

Topics include pre-fair preparation, tips on interacting with recruiters, and what to do after the fair.

 

Download the slides from Fall 2022 session Watch video from Fall 2021 session