General Events
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Exhibit Opening — “I could people the hours with creations”: Celebrating Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein
Please join us for an opening reception to celebrate the acquisition of the first edition of Frankenstein and explore the life and career of Mary Shelley. Exhibit curator Lynne Thomas will give brief remarks, and refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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Explore Crop Sciences! Tour our greenhouses, meet faculty, and discover how sustainability, biotech, and data science shape our majors, hands-on research, and diverse career pathways.
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U. of I. faculty, researchers, and graduate students are invited to learn about the research, projects, expertise, and services offered by the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA).
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Explore the international programs at Illinois Global Institute. Learn about world regions, try mini language classes, and sample world cuisine!
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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Explore Crop Sciences! Tour our greenhouses, meet faculty, and discover how sustainability, biotech, and data science shape our majors, hands-on research, and diverse career pathways.
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As part of Illinois I-Explore Week 2026, explore the field of Social Work through student and professional perspectives. Learn about the major, careers, and the ICT process, tour the School of Social Work, and see how the program prepares students to make a meaningful impact. No pressure, just possibilities!
Friday, October 2, 2026
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In Sustainable Design, you’ll explore design, sustainability, technology, planning, and innovation while creating an academic path that is uniquely yours. Meet with Sustainable Design students, learn about coursework and opportunities (including careers and internships), and see the projects students are working on.
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Japan House welcomes all to stop by and enjoy a bowl of tea and sweet at our Homecoming Matcha Café! Walk-ins welcome!
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Thursday, December 10, 2026
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Come and celebrate the semester’s end with hot apple cider, sweet and salty treats, and relaxing RBML-themed activities. Make a button, fill in a coloring sheet, collaborate on a big puzzle, and snag a fresh print of our annual holiday linocut card! This event is part of the library's Reading Day De-Stress Fest; it is open to the public and refreshments will be served.
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Thursday, May 6, 2027
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Gather with us in community to celebrate this year's HRI research prize recipients and to mark the close of another academic year!