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CiHRG is an affiliated chapter of SHRM. Membership to SHRM is not required to join CiHRG; however, we do encourage membership in both organizations.

Who should join CiHRG?

CiHRG welcomes individuals who are actively engaged in or retired from the human resources profession, and/or those studying an HR-related field.

Benefits of CiHRG Membership

Grow

Develop leadership skills and gain experience through volunteer opportunities. CiHRG offers members the opportunity to volunteer on a focused committee or the CiHRG Board. Gain expertise and help guide the chapter’s future while strengthening your leadership experience.
CiHRG also sponsors a SHRM certification study group , which helps prepare participants for national certification. Members can receive study materials at a discounted rate.

Discover

Gain industry knowledge and learn innovative concepts and best practices through chapter initiatives. Many of our resources are available only to members—such as topic pages, past presentations, free job postings, and access to our membership directory.
CiHRG also publishes a monthly newsletter delivered to your inbox to keep members informed of chapter activities. News items include membership updates, meeting details, job opportunities, and future programming highlights.

Connect

Engage with fellow HR professionals and develop your network. As a CiHRG member, you have access to a community network of resources and individual expertise. Meet your colleagues to exchange ideas and discuss challenges. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned professional, regular peer interaction is invaluable for ongoing professional growth. Network in person or virtually !
Additional opportunities are available through SHRM’s state and regional conferences, the annual national conference, topical conferences, and seminars.

Membership Levels

Membership is active from January 1 to December 31. Dues must be paid by January 31 each year.

SHRM Members: $200/year
Includes a minimum of 9 monthly professional development events, meals, and a newsletter subscription.
Non-SHRM Members: $220/year
Includes a minimum of 9 monthly professional development events, meals, and a newsletter subscription.
HR Professional Degree-Seeking Members: $75/year
Available to HR professionals pursuing a degree (associate's, bachelor's, or master's) whose employers will not cover CiHRG membership. This membership can be approved for up to 4 consecutive years or until the renewal period after the degree is earned. A class schedule must be submitted at each renewal (Jan 1 – Dec 31). Applications are reviewed by the Membership Director and/or the CiHRG Board of Directors.
College Student Members: $25/year
For full-time students not currently working in the HR profession. Includes a minimum of 9 monthly professional development events, meals, and a newsletter subscription.

Membership Application

Click the link below to complete the membership application for first-time or returning members.

Membership Application

Current members will receive an invoice for renewal. Payment can be made at the time of application, or an invoice will be emailed to the address provided in your form. We prefer online payment, but you may also mail a check with a copy of the invoice to the address below.

Central Illinois Human Resources Group
PO Box 7291
Champaign, IL 61826-7391