This calendar includes social, cultural, educational, and informational programs, workshops, and events designed to foster intercultural learning and global understanding. All opportunities are open to the campus community. However, some opportunities are specifically designed for international students, international scholars, and study abroad participants.

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Events are designed and facilitated by Illinois International's Global Communications team in close collaboration with International Student and Scholar Services and dozens of campus partners.

Global Talent Show

Sep 29, 2026   6:00 - 7:30 pm  
Foellinger Auditorium
Performance
Sponsor
Global Communications and ISSS
Contact
Global Communications
E-Mail
iip-globalcom@illinois.edu
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The Global Talent Show is a signature annual Homecoming Week event that celebrates creativity, culture, and community through a vibrant showcase of international music, dance, spoken word, and artistic talent, inspired by each year's Illinois Homecoming theme. The theme for this year’s show is Around the World, Always Illini. It celebrates the talents, stories and connections that unite Illini from every corner of the world. Whether performing or attending, you'll enjoy an evening filled with remarkable talent and experience the spirit that makes Illinois a truly global community.

If you are interested in performing at the Global Talent Show 2026, please submit a performer application. The deadline to apply is September 7th, 2026.

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