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Road Trip: College and Career Day is a fun-filled conference for youth across
Illinois who are college bound. Youth will explore workshop topics related to
college and career readiness as well as other State 4-H opportunities.


ROAD TRIP: COLLEGE & CAREER DAY MARCH 9, 2024

REGISTER BY FEBRUARY 9, 2024


REGISTER FOR ROAD TRIP

Conference location: Illini Union, 1401 W Green St, Urbana, IL 61801 

Open to: 8th-12th grade youth across the state of Illinois and parents of youth
attending the event

Cost: $35 (Registration fee covers: lunch, conference supplies and activities) 

Registration deadline: February 9, 2024, or until slots are filled 

 * Registration is limited to the first 150 youth who register.
 * In addition, up to 50 parents may attend. Parents may register by clicking
   the register button at the top of the page. 

Parent Information: Parents may drop participants off at the Illini Union
Ballroom (Main Floor). Watch for 4-H signs to find the ballroom. 

Required forms: All forms will be included in the online registration form.

Payment options: 

 1. Members and parents pay on their own by credit card at the time of
    registration.
 2. My County is Paying. Some (not all) counties may be able to assist with the
    registration fee. Members need to check with local extension staff prior to
    registration. A list will be sent to counties prior to the conference to
    verify that county will pay. 

Counties Supplementing or Paying for Registration Fees: 

 * Counties may pay for the entire registration fee by doing a transfer of funds
   form and contacting Karen Bickers, kbickers@illinois.edu to complete that
   process. 
 * If county is paying for only a portion of the registration fee, counties need
   to collect any remaining amount of the registration fee directly from
   families. Families may register their member and select the ‘county is
   paying’ option. 

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations made by February 9, 2024 will receive a
full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after February
9, 2024 as event supplies have already been ordered. All cancellations and
refund requests must be received in writing to the State 4-H Office by emailing
Carla Blue, blue1@illinois.edu.


WORKSHOP TOPICS:

THE MAKING OF AN ENTREPRENEUR: 8TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

You will learn about the making of an Entrepreneur (The beginning stages, how to
identify an Entrepreneur) The lost art of Trades. (Utilizing your skills,
Success requires discipline/focus) Financial Literacy (How to ensure your
Financial Success) Presenter: Monica Bean

ALL ABOUT THE BUSINESS: 8TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

Are you interested in business but don't know where to start? We understand!
Business can be so many things and lead to so many different careers. Students
and families will learn about the different majors offered by Gies College of
Business, as well as possible career paths for those majors. If you're
interested in learning about everything from entrepreneurship to accounting to
supply chain management and beyond, look no further! This workshop is for you! 
Presenter: Dana Jones

ROCKIN’ THE RUNWAY: DRESSING FOR SUCCESS IN CURRENT CULTURE: 10TH GRADE-12TH
GRADE

Learn what you should wear – and not wear – to interviews. Whether it is for a
job, internship, scholarship, or anything in between, we will help you dress for
success with all endeavors through a green carpet runway show! Dressing in style
does not always have to be expensive. By attending you will learn tips and
tricks to help make yourself more presentable on a budget for when you need to
look your best and rock the interview during this engaging and hilariously done
workshop. Presenter: Stacy Woodyard, Tiffany Cervantes, and Jaylynn Schober,
Youth Development (4-H Unit, 20 Staff)

GEAR INTO PRECISION PLANTING: 9TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

Explore the agriculture industry with Precision Planting! Step into the field
and learn the ins and outs of row crop planters. Presenter: Nicholas
Eisenmenger, Parkland College, Precision, Ag Faculty Joel Rieker, Product
Support with Precision Planting 

CAREER PRO'S DECLASSIFIED RESUME WRITING SURVIVAL GUIDE: 9TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

Career Pro's Declassified Resume Writing Survival Guide will teach students how
to prepare for the work force or higher education. To apply to a job or college,
a resume is a must to highlight your skillset. This workshop will declassify the
tips and tricks to resume writing. This workshop will help to prepare students
that are applying to college, scholarships, and jobs. Presenters: Ranija Turner
- Human Resources Coordinator

CAREERS IN THE FIRE SERVICE & TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES: 10TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

Members of the Illinois Fire Service Team will present information on the
opportunities that are available through careers as a first responder. The
presenters will discuss training opportunities for students ages 15-20 and how
individuals start careers in the fire service industry. Hands on demonstrations
of fire service apparel and equipment will be part of the delivery. Presenter:
Illinois Fire Service Institute, University of Illinois 

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: 10TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

In the Workshop we discuss different paths after high school, Budgets, Job. vs
Career, Learning Styles, and the career opportunities that we offer with our
Hands-on workforce training programs at Midwest Technical Institute. Lastly,
learn about the great opportunities that come from learning a skilled trade and
the demand for work in the Skilled trades (Mechanical Trades, Truck Driving, and
Healthcare).  Presenter: Brett Huff 

DON'T FALL INTO THE THINKING TRAP: 8TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

Ever heard of thinking traps? They're like those tricky thought patterns that
can mess with our minds. If we don't deal with them, they could lead to anxiety
or depression. But fear not, because we've got a lesson to help us break free!
In this workshop, we'll explore thinking traps – those sneaky negative thoughts
that pop up from time to time. Understanding them is like gaining a superpower
for our minds. We'll learn to recognize the common thinking traps, those ninja
moves our brains make, and figure out how to dodge them. Presenter: Susan Sloop,
State 4-H Specialist 

WELCOME TO THE REAL WORLD (FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR TEENS): 8TH GRADE-10TH GRADE

Come and learn about making real world decisions and paying bills by
participating in a Real World Simulation- Career and Financial exploration
activity Presenter: Kristi Stout, 4-H Youth Educator (Unit 27)  

HBCU VS PWI: 9TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

The workshop description consists of a discussion that focuses on the benefits/
challenges of attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and
benefits and challenges of attending a Predominantly White Institution.
Understanding the similarities and differences of both classifications.
Presenter: Leonard Parker, 4-H Metro Educator (Unit 6) 

THE FINANCIAL AID PROCESS: 11TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

This session outlines the general financial aid process and provides insight on
how financial aid works, how to apply for it, student eligibility, and how it
can be used to help pay for college. It introduces the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Alternative Application for Illinois
Financial Aid, along with summarizing state and federal aid programs among other
topics. Presenter: Illinois Student Assistance Commission

COLLEGE JEOPARDY: 8TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

This presentation is meant to motivate students to go to college and teach them
more about the process. Presented in an engaging multimedia format, this
activity is available in two difficulty tiers: beginner and expert. Topics
include paying for college, types of colleges, college admissions, and picking a
major. Presenter: Illinois Student Assistance Commission

WHERE IN THE WORLD WILL YOUR CAREER TAKE YOU? 8TH GRADE-12TH GRADE

Do you like to travel to see distinctive places or far off lands?  Your personal
career journey will likely be unique just like you.  Come take an excursion on
what is possible with a few key foundational elements. Presenter: Jeff Behme 


COLLEGE AND CAREER RESOURCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS: 

East Central IL Building & Construction Trades Council 

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

United Prairie

ETI School of Skilled Trades

Golden Apple Foundation

University of Illinois Springfield

Chicago State University

Southern Illinois Edwardsville 

Greenville University

United States Army

United Medical Response, LLC

Equip for Equality

Midwest Technical Institute

Indiana University Bloomington

Millikin University

Galesburg Fire Department

Illinois Student Assistance Commission

State 4-H 


SCHEDULE FOR ROAD TRIP 

8:30-9:30 AM              Participants arrive and check-in

9:30-9:45 AM              Welcome and announcements

10:00-10:50 AM          College and Career Resource Fair & Workshop Session 1 

11:00-11:00 AM          College and Career Resource Fair & Workshop Session 2

12:00-12:45 PM          Lunch and Networking

1:00-1:50 PM              Workshop Session 3 

2:00-2:30 PM              State Opportunities

2:30- 3:00 PM             Final acknowledgements and participant feedback

3:00 PM                        Head for home

What to wear: We will be doing lots of activities so bring comfortable clothes
and shoes that would be normally be worn to school. 

Additional Information to Be Emailed in March: Participants will receive an
email approximately one week before the event with additional details regarding
the event.

Programming Questions:  contact Cindy Ogwal, .

Logistic Questions: contact Carla Blue, blue1@illinois.edu

Support: The conference is supported with funds from the Illinois 4-H
Foundation. 

CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION

Extension Specialist, 4-H Youth Development - College & Career Readiness
Cindy Ogwal
cowusu@illinois.edu

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