recruitment timeline
Completion of the application is required to be considered for a first round interview and must be submitted by Friday, January 26th at 5:00pm.
Information Night: Monday, January 22nd 7-9pm at Foellinger Auditorium, attire is Business Casual
Application Opens: Monday, January 22nd at 9pm
Application Due: Friday, January 26th at 5pm
Social Night (Invite Only): Sunday, January 28th 4-6pm at ARC MP6, attire is Smart Casual
1st Round Interviews (Invite Only): Tuesday, January 30th 2:30pm-11:50pm at David Kinley Hall, attire is Business Casual
Pre-Night (Invite Only): Thursday, February 1st 5-6:30pm at 77 Memorial Club, attire is Business Casual
Final Round Interviews (Invite Only): Friday, February 2nd 11:30am-9:50pm at Wohlers Hall, attire is Business Professional
BUSINESS COUNCIL NEEDS-BASED SCHOLARSHIP
Business Council is proud to offer a need-based dues scholarship for its members! The purpose of the scholarship is to create an opportunity for individuals within our organization to participate in our variety of professional, service, and social events offered without the worry of being unable to afford our dues. Here at Business Council, we aim to create an inclusive environment where all of our members are able to participate in a variety of activities that allow for the building of lasting relationships and personal growth. This scholarship helps provide this foundation by creating additional opportunities to realize these goals.
In alignment with our mission, this scholarship is purely a needs-based scholarship. Applications for the Business Council Scholarship are blindly reviewed by one of Gies advisors, Dean Jewell White, to provide an unbiased opinion into the allocation of scholarship funds. Entries are reviewed on a semesterly basis; those who have previously applied and receive scholarships must reapply each semester to receive the scholarship. It is open to all members of the council.
Business Council Interview prep
Business Council strongly hopes to make the world a more inclusive place, and we know that starts from within. In efforts to give every applicant an equal and best possible chance, Business Council members have recorded this Mock Interview video. This gives applicants a place to start when preparing for a BC interview. We truly hope this helps everyone in the recruitment process and we look forward to seeing you all ace your interviews!
Meet our recruitment chairs!
Maddie Szarzynski
Major: Bioengineering
Hometown: Lockport, IL
“My advice for going through recruitment is to focus on the impact you have made in each of your experiences. We want to see what makes you unique and how you will bring that to our organization. We are so excited to meet you, good luck!”
Sri nithya yeragorla
Major: Information Sciences + Data Science
Hometown: Bloomington Normal, IL
“For everyone going through the recruitment process my advice is to stay true to yourself and show us what makes you, you – your experiences, your passions, etc. We know this can be a challenging process but remember to stay confident and be yourself. We’re rooting for you, good luck!”
FAQs
How is BC different than a business fraternity?
Business Council is unique to the University of Illinois; current BC members and alumni have similar experiences which provide for fruitful alumni relations. In addition, your first semester is your New Member semester, rather than pledge ship.
Do I have to be a business student to apply?
No. Currently, we have members in majors ranging from engineering and animal sciences to psychology and dance. We provide a holistic experience for all majors!
What does the New Member semester look like?
This semester is filled with Professional, Service, and Social opportunities in order for you to grow both personally and professionally. From the moment you join Business Council as a New Member, you are not only given the opportunity, but are encouraged to get involved by joining committees and planning events.
What can I expect from the recruitment process?
The overall goal is to help you better understand what it means to be a member of Business Council, as well as for us to get to know you and your experiences. This is accomplished through the combination of our professional interviews and social events. We look forward to getting to know you all!
Can I apply to BC more than once?
Definitely. Many current members of Business Council applied more than once, and we highly encourage you to continue applying.
How is BC involved with the Gies College of Business?
Business Council is the premier organization of the College of Business; we achieve this through events such as IMPACT Day (college-wide day of service), CBDC (inter-business fraternity dance competition for charity), Dinner with Gies, and our Undergraduate Networking Symposium.
Get in Touch.
Have more questions? We are happy to chat!