Division of Exploratory Studies

Thursday, August 20, 2026

• Incoming International Student Welcome

  Time

  10:00 - 11:30 am

  Location

  Levis Faculty Center Room 300

  Join the Division of Exploratory Studies for our first annual International Student Welcome! You will get to meet other international students as well as advisors and other students. We will talk about what EXP has to offer and how to make the most out of your exploring experience at Illinois.

  • Social/Informal Event

  

Friday, August 21, 2026

• Grab Your Tee & Meet EXP!

  Time

  1:00 pm

  Location

  Lot 31 Across from Grange Grove (Corner of Kirby Ave & First St.)

  Are you a new incoming Fall 2026 EXP student? If so, come connect with current and former Exploratory Studies students, play games, ask questions, and start building your Illinois community. Don't forget to pick up your free Exploratory Studies T-shirt! We're excited to welcome you to campus!

  • Welcome Week

  

Friday, August 28, 2026

• Explore, Connect, Gear Up: Snag Your Swag! First Friday with Exploratory Studies

  Time

  11:00 am - 2:00 pm

  Location

  Illini Union Bookstore Building Room 514

  Are you a Fall 2026 new incoming EXP student? If so, after the New Student Welcome Lunch come stop by to meet some of the Exploratory Studies team!

  • Social/Informal Event