Immersive Simulation Experience
On August 9, 2024 April Faulkner with the Equity and Engagement volunteered with the School of Social Work to participate in an Immersive Simulation Experience for professional staff that work within the University. The goal of the simulation was to promote poverty awareness, increase understanding, and inspire local change by sensitizing participants to the realities […]
E&E Intern Wrap-Up
The Equity and Engagement Department was excited to host 4 interns this semester through the U of I’s School of Social Work, Community Learning Lab (CLL). The CLL creates and supports relationships between the community and the students at the University of Illinois in a partnership that is mutually beneficial in the areas of sustainability, […]
City Staff Member Participates in Poverty Simulator
On Friday, January 27, Community Relations Specialist April Faulkner (Department of Equity and Engagement) volunteered with the School of Social Work to participate in a poverty simulation for their students. The goal of the simulation was to promote poverty awareness, increase understanding, and inspire local change by sensitizing participants to the realities of poverty. Volunteers […]
Equity and Engagement Booth at School of Social Work Intern Fair
Community Relations Specialist April Faulkner represented the City’s Equity and Engagement Department at this year’s intern fair at the UIUC School of Social Work. Dozens of organizations attended the fair and more than 100 bachelor’s and master’s students came out. Students were able to speak to representatives about the organization’s mission as well as learn […]