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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

    • All Day
    • Main Library Room 346

    The ancient poet Sappho coined "sweetbitter" in one of her most evocative verses, still striking us to the heart nearly three millennia later. As with so many ancient figures, the poet is more legend than person today, her story told and retold even as her poetry continues to enchant and move. This exhibit will be on display through mid-August 2026.

  • black and white drawing of man's head and shoulders, self-portrait, exhibition info
    • All Day
    • Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign

    With over 100 prints on display—including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer—"Imagination, Faith, and Desire" is extraordinary for the significance of the works and the exceptionally high quality of the impressions, the excellence of which rivals the holdings at many major museums. On view September 25, 2025, through February 28, 2026.

    • 12:00 pm
    • 1210 W Nevada St, Urbana, IL 61801

    Join us on Wednesday, October 15th for our major-minor lunch! You do NOT have to be a part of our program to attend lunch- all students are welcome. Come learn about our department, chat with folks from AAS, and m

  • A colorful poster for a Diwali Celebration Dinner. The top features a person painting, framed images of deities, and traditional food items. Bold text reads “Celebration Dinner Diwali” in blue and orange. Below, it says “Join us for a special dining event, including activities and performances!” Event details: Wednesday, October 15, 4:30–8 P.M. at ISR Dining Center, with activities and performances on ISR’s Main Street. Collaborators include the Asian American Cultural Center, Salaam Middle East & North Africa Cultural Center, and International Education. The bottom shows more food being served.
    • 4:30 - 8:00 pm
    • Illinois Street Residence Hall, 1010 W Illinois St, Urbana, IL 61801

    • 4:30 pm
    • Krannert Performing Arts Center, Stage 5 Lobby

    Porozmawiajmy po polsku! Conversation in Polish, beginners welcome.

    • 5:15 - 6:15 pm
    • 2000 S Lincoln Ave Urbana, IL 61802

    Chado, or the Way of Tea, is one of the most ancient and revered arts of Japan and is at the very heart of Japan House. It is a ceremonial way of preparing and serving matcha (powdered green tea) that benefits both the host and the guest through mutual respect, non-verbal communication, and a calmness, or sense of peace, away from everyday life.