Are you ready to change the world?

There are two ways to join the EHI:

1. Students may enroll in HUM 120. This is open to students who have completed ENG 160 (either by placing into ENGL 161 on the Placement Exam or by completing ENGL 160 with a B or better).
2. Students may enroll in HUM 201 (even if they have not taken HUM 120) so long as they have completed ENGL 161 with a B or better.

No! The EHI is open to students across majors AND colleges across UIC!

The EHI is meant to guide students through the process of developing a research project and helping them navigate archives, choose internships, formulate a thesis, and write for a specific audience. Beginning in the sophomore year, students in the program attend workshops led by UIC faculty and staff that will help them with these topics and provide a supportive community for research and writing.

Students are eligible to receive up to $10,000 during the program. Students are hired by the EHI in the second year and begin to receive funds. Funds are used to support different research activities, including summer internships and study abroad experiences. Below is a breakdown of funding distribution:

• Year 1: No funding
• Year 2: $1,000 (explanation)
• Summer – Year 2: $3500
• Year 3: $1000
• Summer – Year 3: $3500
• Year 4: $1000

Students may leave the EHI at any time; they will remain part of the community and a member of our email lists.