This one-year award supports students enrolled full or part-time in a graduate program within the region, with a focus on environmental studies or related research. In addition to financial support, applicants will receive a one-year student membership to A&WMA as part of the application process.
Previous Illinois Tech recipients include Andrea Clatterbuch (2011) and Christy Gerges (2022).
Applications will be evaluated based on academic achievement, career goals, recommendations, and extracurricular involvement.
Eligibility: Graduate students in environmental related fields who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents Application deadline: April 15, 2026
Complete applications must include a cover sheet, letter of recommendation, personal statement, and application fee.
Want to be a 2026 Stuart Graduation Celebration Student Speaker? Apply Now!
All graduates and pending graduates for Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 who have a GPA of 3.25 or above and who are in good academic, financial, and disciplinary standing are invited to apply to become a student speaker during the Stuart ‘Class of 2026’ Celebration on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Nominate yourself or a peer by submitting the full name and a brief statement to Justine Grant, Senior Director of Academic Affairs & Advising, at jgrant2@illinoistech.edu by Monday, March 30, at 9:00 am. Draft speeches will be due on Monday, April 13, at 9:00 am.
The Skills Combo Employers Look For
If you look closely at today’s job market, a pattern shows up quickly.
Companies are no longer hiring people who only understand business strategy or only understand technology.
⚖️They want people who can connect the two.
That’s because nearly every company now runs on technology platforms: from CRM systems like Salesforce and analytics tools like Tableau to data platforms like Databricks that power AI. The people who move fastest in their careers are often the ones who can understand how the business works and how the technology supports it.
Take a look at our latest Elevate blog, where we’ve pulled together a few practical career tips on why combining business insight with technical skills is becoming essential in today’s job market.
💡Want to hear how this plays out in the real world? Register for this upcoming webinar to meet a tech founder and hear firsthand how building both business and technical skills shaped his career and the teams he hires today.
This message is sent from Illinois Tech’s Elevate Education partner, Camp4. Camp4 is an authorized Salesforce training provider that delivers technical and business training courses designed to build the workforce of tomorrow.
Stuart School of Business 312 Page
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Career Management Center (CMC) Events
See upcoming career-focused events on the CMC Events Page.
Academic Advising
Fall Course Schedule Published Monday, March 23
Plan ahead for your next semester by attending a group advising session for your program. These sessions will cover course selection, degree requirements, and helpful academic resources. See dates and details below:
Walk-in Advising Hours: At the downtown campus, students can meet with an Academic Advisor during the times listed below. When you arrive, please "check in" at the reception desk by Room 401C. Students will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis, and no appointments are taken or required.
Students can now book career advising appointments directly through Handshake. Whether you're exploring career paths, preparing for interviews, or seeking internship support, we're here to help!
Make the most of Handshake by completing your profile:
Upload your resume and documents
Add your experiences and interests
📢Important: Select the Stuart School of Business as your college to ensure the Career Management Center (CMC) can review and approve your documents.
Internship and Job Opportunities for Stuart School and Alumni
Looking for internships or full-time roles? Explore curated resources to boost your job search: Job Search Links and Tools
Upon completion of the survey, participants will be entered into a raffle for one of 300 gift cards of $100 each. Students may also choose to participate in an optional Zoom interview for an additional $40 gift card (a prompt to sign up for an interview will be provided at the end of the survey).
