Why do I need to register to access the technical assistance and professional library content?

The Monarch Center (MC) receives federally funding to provide Technical Assistance (TA) to MIHE faculty. MC requires that visitors and participants register to support constructive dialogue and allow MC to monitor the content and form of technical assistance utilization.

How can I become a Monarch Center (MC) client?

If you are faculty at a Minority Institution of Higher Education, you can receive MC services. If you don't know if your school is an MIHE, please call Peggy  at 866.323.7648 and she can assist you.

How do I register for MC events?

Contact Michael Maiorano at 866.323.7648 to check for availability and receive registration and travel information.

What is an MIHE?

MIHEs are Minority Institutions of Higher Education, which the federal government designates as any post-secondary institution with 25% or more minority enrollment (excluding the other or non-resident categories), historical distinction, or special populations. MIHE types include: Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges, Predominantly Black, Hispanic-serving, Asian/Pacific Islander-serving, Multiple, and Dual Institutions.

Is my institution an MIHE?

To find out if your institution is an MIHE contact  Peggy at 866.323.7648.

What is the TA & D Network?

TA & D stands for the Technical Assistance and Dissemination Network, which is a group of federally funded projects and centers designed to improve outcomes for students with disabilities and their families. The Regional Resource Center for Special Education, which houses information related to the TA & D Network is http://www.rrfcnetwork.org

Where is my reimbursement?

Please allow 30 days from the date that you sent your reimbursement paperwork for the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to reimburse you. UIC provides comptroller services for the MC budget, so all compensation follows UIC protocols and timelines. If 30 days have elapsed, please contact Rebecca Page at 312.996.2063 or rbrand5@uic.edu.

If MC covers my expenses, why do you need my credit card information?

MC does provide its clients with travel and accommodations related to MC events. Credit card information is requested as a means of ensuring that faculty commitments to attend MC events as well as the expenses related to securing hotel and travel accommodations are guaranteed. Credit cards will only be charged with these event-related expenses in the event that faculty members do not honor their reservation.