Staff
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s professional staff play a key role in advancing global learning, discovery, and engagement and can find pathways to internationalize their careers.
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Illinois International can help you find the answer and connect you to the appropriate office or university resource.
Hosting and Hiring Units
Most units on campus have a designated individual who serves as their unit’s liaison or “visa contact person” with the Faculty, Staff, and Scholar branch of International Student and Scholar Services. The contact person maintains information relating to visa matters, contacts ISSS for information and initiates many procedures such as J-1 and H-1 procurement, extensions, changes, and green cards, and usually assists with preparation of the paperwork required for various procedures.
Study Abroad Knowledge Base
The Study Abroad Knowledge Base captures polices, procedures, guidelines, and resources for faculty and staff supporting study abroad across campus.
Other Resources
Academic Units
- ACES Office of International Programs
- Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity
- Center for World Music
- Global Crossroads Community
- Global Studies (College of LAS)
- Illinois Global Institute
- International and Area Studies Library
- Japan House
- Mortenson Center for International Library Programs
- Program in Arms Control & Domestic and International Security
- School of Literatures, Cultures and Linguistics
- The Program in Translation & Interpreting Studies
Area Studies Centers
Cultural Ceners
English as a Foreign Language
The Intensive English Institute provides a challenging and supportive educational environment where learners can gain proficiency in English for academic, professional, or other purposes. IEI’s program is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation.
Study Abroad Offices
Intercultural Learning
Illinois International’s GUIDE Sessions provide professional learning opportunities for faculty, staff, and scholars who want to strengthen their ability to work effectively across cultures and support international students and colleagues. These interactive sessions offer practical tools grounded in intercultural research, helping participants refine their communication skills, deepen cultural understanding, and create more inclusive academic and workplace environments.
GUIDE Sessions are open to all campus professionals and do not require prior experience with intercultural training. Participants are encouraged to attend multiple sessions to build a well-rounded foundation in intercultural competence.
Custom Sessions
Interested in bringing an intercultural learning to your classroom or unit? GUIDE trainings can be tailored to your audience and goals through a collaborative development process.
Staff Global Exchange Program
The Staff Global Exchange Program provides professional development opportunities that enhance global competencies and institutional capacities in alignment with the priorities of the Vision 2030 Global Strategy.
U21 Professional Opportunities
As a member university of the U21 global network, Illinois staff can utilize the training and resources provided to develop their global network.
IHR Learning and Development Programs
Illinois Human Resources provides several specialized training pathways to help staff develop their professional skills and grow their careers at Illinois.
Upcoming Global Events
Find events and opportunities to engage with global perspectives, ideas, and experiences locally in Champaign-Urbana. The International Campus Events Calendar includes events with a global theme hosted by the university’s area studies centers, cultural houses, and units across campus.
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign prioritizes the health, safety, and security of students, faculty, and staff during university-related international travel. International Safety and Security supports travelers on a 24/7 basis through numerous services. Staff who are planning to travel abroad should review the policies, insurance enrollment requirements, and helpful tips on the Safety Abroad website.
24/7 Emergency Contact
In the event of a life, limb, eyesight, or other significant emergency, seek immediate medical care at the closest hospital or medical facility.
When it is safe to do so, contact the University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) using the emergency number. UIPD will link travelers abroad with our staff.
International Travel Policies
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign prioritizes the health, safety, and security of students, faculty, and staff during university-related international travel. The university has several policies focused on health, safety, and security during travel abroad for university business.
International Insurance
University policy requires enrollment in university-approved international insurance for all university-related travel. International Safety and Security manages the insurance enrollment process and provides resources for using the insurance abroad.
Using Your Insurance
The university’s international insurance is a great benefit for travelers—providing potential support throughout the travel abroad experience, from initial planning to follow-up care.
Program Leader Training
In accordance with the university Policy on Health and Safety in Education Abroad, International Safety and Security provides training for faculty and staff program leaders each semester.
Safety and Wellness Tips
All travel carries some level of risk to one’s safety and wellness. Maintaining one’s health and safe abroad often comes down to applying strategies to reduce exposure to risk or mitigate the impact of a potential issue. International Safety and Security provides resources to help travelers plan ahead.
Safety Abroad Updates
International Safety and Security shares important updates regarding travel safety and related issues via the Safety Abroad Updates blog, making it a useful resources for not only travelers, but campus and community partners.
International Staff Services
Review the International Student and Scholar Services website for important immigration information, helpful guidance, and key resources for those navigating the university as an international staff member.
ISSS recognizes campus partners, colleagues for outstanding service, dedication to international education
International Student and Scholar Services honored five staff and organizations for their remarkable dedication, exceptional service, and significant contributions in support of the university’s international population.
Illinois International associate director shares Fulbright experience
Shuo (Erica) Wang, the associate director for Global Relations at Illinois International, shares her experience after receiving Fulbright International Education Administrator Award.
Staff Global Exchange Program participants share experiences
Two Illinois professional staff members share their experience participating in the Staff Global Exchange Program.
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