Registration Deadline: July 27, 2026
What is ISO?
The Indigenous Scholars Orientation (ISO) is a one-day early move-in program administered by the Native American House. ISO experiences are shaped by the principle of "connecting you with the circle that surrounds you." While the NAH comprises an integral part of that circle, ISO is structured to introduce participants to the additional people, places, and communities that will support their success and sense of belonging at Illinois.
ISO prepares undergraduate and graduate scholars to be academically successful by:
- Encouraging Indigenous academic identity development
- Promoting key campus resources and services
- Exploring how to navigate a new environment
- Building connections with students, staff, and faculty
There is no cost to participate in this program.
Who should attend?
Students who are new to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. This includes undergraduate, graduate, transfer, and commuter students.
This program is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, color or national origin. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Please contact the Native American House at nah@illinois.edu.
Program participation is on a first-come, first-confirmed basis.
Program Date
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Program Location
Native American House
1206 West Nevada Street
Urbana, IL 61801
Program Schedule
Thursday, August 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
*Schedule is subject to change.