I Explore Week 2025
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Monday, September 29, 2025
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Drop in to connect with a career coach, reflect on your options, and plan your next steps—no appointment needed.
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The Majors & Minors Fair is an important milestone in the exploration of majors, including for individuals who have not declared a major. The event provides an opportunity for all exploring students to be exposed to more than 150 majors, minors, certificates, and campus resources by connecting with faculty and staff.
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Discover how a liberal arts education builds critical thinking, communication, and adaptability while exploring real career paths and strategies to turn LAS skills into a competitive advantage.
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Global Studies offers interdisciplinary studies in support of your more individualized interests in the world. Come learn more about the major, minor, and other minors and certificates at this information session!
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Join ESA for our first general meeting on Monday, September 29 at 7 PM at Weston in room W7! Meet the Executive Board, learn about our mission, and discover the opportunities and resources available to exploratory students.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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Hear from Illinois students about how their study abroad experiences shaped their academics, careers, and perspectives.
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Meet peers and staff, enjoy snacks, and dive into these exciting fields while uncovering potential paths and inspiration for your future.
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Get an overview of the College of Media, explore majors like Advertising, Journalism, and Media & Cinema Studies, and learn everything you need about the ICT transfer process from eligibility to deadlines.
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This event is designed to introduce first- and second-year exploring students to the foundational aspects of how to explore health professions.
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Get hands-on with the Exploration Toolkit to evaluate your strengths, explore potential majors and careers, and gain clarity for your academic and professional path.
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Learn what it means to be a pre-law student at Illinois, explore key steps in the pre-law journey, and discover resources available to support you—whether you’re certain about law school or just starting to explore.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
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Explore career paths, post-graduation opportunities, and academic experiences in the Department of Statistics with insights from advisors and current students.
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Learn about urban planning programs and career paths, then take a guided walking tour to see planning principles in action around campus and the community.
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Join us for a session that explores why choosing a major is stressful and offers tips and strategies for reducing this stress.
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Come learn about all of the wonderful opportunities Community Health has to offer you! Meet the advisors for the major and learn about career paths, degree requirements, and what it takes to successfully transfer into the major.
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Not sure which ACE Concentration fits your interests best? Join ACE faculty for a dynamic mock lesson—covering the topics ACE students explore every day.
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Passionate about saving the planet but confused about the multiple majors on campus related to environmental conservation and sustainability? Come learn about exciting opportunities across four majors on campus.
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Considering Art and Design majors and minors? Come visit with us and learn more! We will begin with a tour of facilities followed by a Q&A session with the undergraduate academic affairs staff.
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The College of Education would like to welcome students interested in career paths related to Human Resources, Higher Education, Educational Technology, Non-Profit Organizations, etc., to join us for an information session on our Learning and Education Studies program.
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Discover the Political Science major, explore career opportunities, and get a sneak peek at key courses offered in Spring 2026.
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Gies Business admissions staff will discuss all components of our Intercollegiate Transfer application process.
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Learn how to create a compelling personal statement for your transfer to a new major or college at Illinois. This hands-on workshop guides you through showcasing your experiences, goals, and motivations—laptops encouraged!
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Learn about the Social Work major, career paths, and ICT process, hear from students and professionals, and tour the spaces where learning and collaboration come to life.
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Curious how your interests—or even your hobbies—could lead to a future career? Stop by the Siebel Center for Design’s open house during I-Explore Week to find out!
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Hear from advisors, current students, and experienced teachers about pathways to teaching high school English, the licensure process, and real classroom experiences.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
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Thinking about changing your major? Join us to explore the ICT process and get your questions answered!
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Exploring majors and careers isn’t about finding a single “right” answer—it’s about knowing how to navigate. In this session, you’ll gain tools to identify what matters to you, explore your options, and steer your own course.
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Learn how you can earn course credit while building real-world skills! Join us for snacks and door prizes—RSVP and be present to win!
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Dive into the vibrant worlds of music, dance, and theatre—explore creative opportunities, connect with peers, and discover how your talents can shine both on stage and beyond.
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Get a firsthand look at two student-run dining spaces in Food Science & Human Nutrition, exploring hospitality, nutrition, and foodservice operations while seeing leadership and creativity in action.
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This hands-on workshop will guide you through the basics of resume writing—including formatting, content, and accomplishment statements—so you can leave with a solid draft of your first resume.
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Passionate about saving the planet but confused about the multiple majors on campus related to environmental conservation and sustainability? Come learn about exciting opportunities across 4 different majors.
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Explore whether teaching aligns with your strengths and interests, debunk common myths, and learn how campus licensure programs can prepare you for a meaningful career.
Friday, October 3, 2025
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Talk with a variety of RSOs in different professions and learn about what they have to offer!
Saturday, October 4, 2025
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Part of the Humanities Open House, this lively resource fair features brunch, performances, and interactive info on Humanities majors, minors, student orgs, and support services to help you explore all the Humanities have to offer.
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Experience the vibrancy of the humanities through hands-on activities, performances, and demos—from printing presses to VR, calligraphy, and more—at this dynamic showcase of events across campus.
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Hear LAS humanities alums share how their degrees shaped their careers with a panel discussion, prize drawings, a video screening, and a performance by No Strings Attached.