UtmostU Fellow Workshop & Event Registration

To register for an event or workshop, find the workshop or event you are interested in and complete the associated questions below.


If you have any questions, feel free to contact Amanda Bates-Kravitz at akravitz@utmostu.org or reach out to your UtmostU coach.


We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!

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Workshops & Events

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Financial Literacy Workshop:
Empowering You - Setting Financial Goals
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Date: 3/4/2026
Time: 3:30-4:30pm CST

More about this workshop:

Good For:

  • Fellows looking to improve their budgeting, credit, or savings habits
  • Fellows wanting to build a strong financial foundation

Why Join:

  • Get clear on your financial goals, receive feedback, and get connected to FREE financial coaching.

You'll Learn:

  • How to check in on your financial health (budgeting, credit, and saving)
  • How to create SMART financial goals
  • Strategies to start saving, manage debt, and build better money habits

Ideal Candidate - Career Readiness Bootcamp
Details:

Location: In-Person - UtmostU Offices - 200 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL 60606
Date: Tues. March 24th and Thurs. March 26th (must be able to attend both days)
Time: 8:30am-3:00pm




Not being able to attend both days of the workshop will likely result in you not being selected for the program. Given that it is only 2 days missing an entire day is missing too much of the program to complete. Please reach out to Amanda Bates-Kravitz with questions (akravitz@utmostu.org)







More about this workshop:

You'll learn:
  • How to write a strong resume & cover letter that highlight your skills
  • Job search & networking strategies that help you stand out
  • Interview techniques and preparation including mock interviews
  • Soft skills & professional habits that lead to success in the workplace
Why Join: You'll leave with practical tools and guidance to help you take the next step toward your career goals.

Good for:
  • Fellows enrolled in 2-year, certificate and job training programs
  • Fellows who are not enrolled in school and want support finding the right career
  • Anyone looking to strengthen professional and interview skills

Thank you for your interest! This workshop has passed. Please check-out our other upcoming events.
2025-2026 Workshops & Events
Upcoming workshops & programs.
Check your email and texts for more details about these events!
Virtual Workshops:
  1. Financial Lit: Empowering You: Setting Financial Goals, Wed., 3/4/25, 3:30-4:30pm CST (Virtual)

In-Person Workshops:
  1. Ideal Candidate Workshop, Career Readiness 2-day event, Tues March 24th & Thursday March 26th, 2026, 8:30am-3:30pm - 200 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL (UtmostU offices)
In-Person Events:
  1. College of Lake County Mix & Mingle, Wed. 4/1/26, 10am-12pm, Location TBD (IN PERSON)
  2. Saint Xavier University Mix & Mingle, Thurs. 4/23/26, 10am-12pm, Location TBD (IN PERSON)

Past 2025-2026 Events
  1. Financial Lit: Budgeting & College Finances, Wed, 9/17/25, 4-5pm CST (Virtual)
  2. NIU Mix & Mingle, Thurs, 9/25/25, 10am-12pm - Cast Iron Coffee 901 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL (In-Person)
  3. Wellness: Coping Strategies for Time & Stress Management, Tues, 10/7/25, 5-6pm CST
  4. UIUC Mix & Mingle, Thurs, 10/30/25, 10am-12pm - Espresso Royal - Campustown - 604 E. Daniel (In-Person)
  5. ISU Mix & Mingle, Thurs, 11/6/25, 10am-12pm Fusion Brew (503 Main St., Normal, IL)  (In-Person)
  6. Financial Lit: Credit 101: How it Works and How to Build it, Wed, 11/19/25 4-5pm CST (Virtual)
  7. UtmostU Winter Mix & Mingle, Wed, 12/17/25, 3-5pm CST - 200 W. Madison, Chicago, IL (UtmostU offices)
  8. UIC Mix & Mingle, Thurs, 1/29/26, 10am-12pm Chicago French Press - UIC Campus (IN PERSON)
  9. CANCELLED: Columbia College Chicago/Downtown Mix & Mingle, Thurs, 2/26/26, 9:30-11am CST, Peet's Coffee 41 E. 8th St., Chicago, IL (IN PERSON)
  10. CANCELLED: National Louis University Mix & Mingle, Thurs, 2/26/26, 12pm-1pm CST., National Louis University - Room TBD (IN PERSON)
UIC Mix & Mingle

Date: 1/29/2026
Time: 10am-12pm CST
Location: Chicago French Press (UIC Campus in University Hall - 601 S. Morgan St., Chicago, IL)




Financial Literacy Workshop:
Credit 101 - How it Works and How to Build it
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Date: 11/19/2025
Time: 4-5pm CST

More about this workshop:

Good For:

  • Students new to credit or just starting out building credit
  • Anyone looking to build financial independence

Why Join:

  • Gain the knowledge to build a healthy credit score, avoid costly mistakes, and set yourself up for long-tern financial success

You'll Learn:

  • How credit works + why it matters
  • Simple strategies to build a strong score
  • Scams to avoid
  • Systemic barriers to credit

UtmostU Winter Social
Location: In-Person - UtmostU Office - 200 W. Madison St.
Date: 12/17/2025
Time: 3-5pm CST


RSVP Deadline: Friday, 12/5/2025



UIUC Mix & Mingle
Location: In-Person - Espresso Royale (Campustown) 604 E. Daniel St.
 
Date: 10/30/2025
Time: 10am-12pm CST




Wellness Workshop: Time & Stress Management
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Date: 10/7/2025
Time: 5-6pm CST

More about this workshop:

Good For:

  • Students juggling classes, jobs, and personal responsibilities
  • Anyone wanting to be productive without burning out

Why Join:

  • Leave with simple, practical tools to stay organized, calm and in control.

You'll Learn:

  • How to prioritize and set realistic goals
  • Quick reset techniques to manage stress
  • Ways to balance school, work, and life

NIU Mix & Mingle
Location: In-Person - Cast Iron Coffee 901 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL
Date: 9/25/2025
Time: 10am-12pm CST




Budgeting & College Finances Workshop
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Date: 9/17/2025
Time: 4-5pm CST

More about this workshop:

Good For:

  • College students wanting money confidence
  • Anyone looking to spend smarter

Why Join:

  • Quick, practical tips to help you manage money without losing your social life.

You'll Learn:

  • Difference between must-pay vs. nice-to-have expenses
  • Easy ways to track and save money
  • Practice with a hands-on exercise
  • Explore budgeting apps

ISU Mix & Mingle
Location: In-Person - Fusion Brew (503 Main St., Normal, IL) - Coffee shop at Illinois State University
Date: 11/6/2025
Time: 10am-12pm CST




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