You might see some new smiling faces around Addams Hall. Our student workers are students studying here at UIC just like you. When they are not studying, they help out in the office with miscellaneous tasks, social media and "man the front desk". If you see one of our student workers, say hi and welcome them to the Tutorium. 

The International Convention and English Language Expo was held in Long Beach, California this year. Our outstanding faculty represented the Tutorium well.

Presenter: Sally Pallier and Trischa Duke 

Cultivating Academic Voice With Student-Generated Writing Samples in OERs

Participants: Rachel, Beata, and Jason.

This week, April 2nd and 3rd, you will take a class picture with your teacher and classmates. Get picture-perfect and be ready to smile big for the camera!

Complete Tax Form 8843

International students (F-1, F-2, J-1, J-2 visa) must complete a U.S. tax form. (We know it's crazy, but you really need to do it anyway.)  More information and help is at https://ois.uic.edu/life-at-uic/u-s-taxes/ 

The IRS deadline to file tax returns is Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Do it now.

How to complete Tax Form 8843

You can use the Spritax system from OIS to help you do it easily.

You need these documents before you start.

Visit AH 105 if you have any questions. But first, try it yourself. It is simple.

Our next English Conversation Hour is happening this week (Tueday)! We will be discussing travel and vacations. Of course there will be pizza! Please sign up using the QR code in the flyer below. 

Have you every felt frustrated with learning English? I'm sure you have! Sometimes learning a language can seem like a waste of time, especially when you see little progress. Even if you've studied English for years, there's always still so much more to learn. The key to overcoming this struggle is simply to make English a part of life. To learn more about how to turn your life into English, read more>>. 

Did you know that over 80% of the students at the Tutorium want to continue their education at an American university? Are you one of them? TIE classes are designed to teach you the skills and language you need to successfully study at the university level. In addition, we offer these services: 

Do you remember your Midterm Action Plan?  You met with your teacher in week 10.  

You can also visit https://tie.uic.edu/student-services/cool-esl-sites/ for extra help. Don't give up! You can do it.  

Do you like to visit new restaurants? Do you like to take fun pictures of places or your friends? Do you like to tell jokes? Do you have something to share about your culture or life back home? Do you have something valuable to share that will help us all understand what is like being an International student here at UIC? If your answer is "yes," then you can write for the newsletter! 
The newsletter editorial team is looking for students like you to write for the Tutorium newsletter. If you are interested, fill out this google form or you can email Mrs. Nora to let her know (ntatina@uic.edu). 

Email questions to tutorium@uic.edu.
Or contact us to schedule a virtual or in-person meeting.