UIF Master Calendar
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Friday, October 9, 2026
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Join us for a hybrid brown bag at the iSchool. Special guest, Becky Calzada, a librarian featured in the film, will be present. Light refreshments will be provided.

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Join us for a screening of The Librarians. Special guest, Becky Calzada, a librarian featured in the film, will be present after the screening for a fireside chat with Emily Knox, interim Dean of the School of Information Sciences (iSchool), followed by a live audience Q&A.

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Hindsley Symphonic Band: Kimberly Fleming, conductor Kristina La Marca, graduate conductor Wind Orchestra: Barry L. Houser, conductor Beau Bujol, graduate conductor

Saturday, October 10, 2026
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Join Kathryn Koca Polite for a special tour of "In Search of a Future." Explore the exhibition through the curator's perspective and gain insight into the themes, selected works, and ideas that shaped the presentation. This guided conversation offers a unique opportunity to engage more deeply with the exhibition and ask questions along the way.

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Stephen Alltop, music director and conductor Susan Platts, mezzo-soprano University of Illinois Women's Glee Club, Andrea Solya, director Central Illinois Youth Chorus, Andrea Solya, director

Sunday, October 11, 2026
Monday, October 12, 2026
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The Library has several locations open to welcome admitted students. Stop by to learn more about the libraries at Illinois!

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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Join members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.

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Kelli Trei (B.S. Microbiology, 1999, and MLIS, 2012), Associate Professor and Biosciences Librarian, University of Illinois Library, will discuss her background in microbiology and work as liaison to the Schools of Life Sciences: Molecular & Cellular Biology (MCB) and Integrative Biology, (IB) as well as to the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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Join Krannert Art Museum and Family Service of Champaign County for a Creative Aging Art Tour and Memory Café, a guided tour of the museum’s collection for seniors, those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, and care partners, followed by refreshments, artmaking activities, and conversation.

Thursday, October 15, 2026
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Join us for a chance to meet artist Anida Yoeu Ali! She is returning to campus to receive a 2026 FAA Distinguished Legacy Award. Anida Yoeu Ali (BFA '96 Graphic Design) is an interdisciplinary artist whose works span performance, installation, new media, public encounters, and political agitation. She is currently exhibiting at the Vincent Price Art Museum in Los Angeles

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Join other members of the Beckman community for coffee and cookies in the Beckman Atrium. The Cookie Collab is scheduled for 3 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.

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Come join us, we'll be making pasta and enjoying Italian conversation. All language levels welcome!

Friday, October 16, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Hands-on art activities for children ages 3+ and their caregivers! Throughout the galleries, enjoy arts activities, family tours, and demonstrations, celebrating the new exhibitions on display. Kid visitors can complete a scavenger hunt for a prize! This event is free and open to all.

Sunday, October 18, 2026
Monday, October 19, 2026
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Join members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Join us for a talk by Dr. Tyson E. Lewis, Professor Art Education at the University of North Texas: "Research-Creation and the Alchemical Studio: An Experiment in Studious Drift."

Friday, October 23, 2026
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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Join members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.

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Stop by and share your thoughts about Krannert Art Museum with our new director! Stephanie Smith will talk with visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Stop by and share your thoughts about Krannert Art Museum with our new director! Stephanie Smith will talk with visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thursday, October 29, 2026
Friday, October 30, 2026
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Kevin M. Geraldi, conductor Pablo Elias-Rodriguez, graduate conductor

Saturday, October 31, 2026
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Ian Hobson, music director and conductor Guido Sánchez Portuguez, guitar Marissa Simmons, contralto

Sunday, November 1, 2026
Monday, November 2, 2026
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Join members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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Join us for a reception and conversation with Yao Jui-Chung and Kao Chien-Hui, "Landscape as Storytelling: The Journey of 'Yao’s Black Divine Comedy'." Presented in conjunction with the "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" exhibition at Krannert Art Museum (on view Nov 5, 2026–Feb 27, 2027).

Thursday, November 5, 2026
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Opening day for the new exhibition "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.

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Join us for an afternoon of poetry, featuring readings and opportunities to listen, reflect, and connect through the power of verse. All are welcome to share in this celebration of poetry and the spoken word.

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Celebrate the opening of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" at this free public reception. Enjoy live music and remarks from curators Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. Spend the evening exploring the exhibition, connecting with fellow visitors, and celebrating this exciting new presentation at Krannert Art Museum.

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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

Friday, November 6, 2026
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Join exhibiting artists and curators of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" to to gain an understanding of historical ink painting traditions and artmaking today in Taiwan. Panelists will include Taipei-based Yao Jui-Chung, who will be an artist-in-residence on campus (November 3–7).

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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

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By Jane Austen adapted by Jessica Swale Nisi Sturgis, director

Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Join curators Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warrenu for a special tour of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" (on view Nov 5, 2026–Feb 27, 2027). Gain insights about the history of ink wash painting and how contemporary artists are reimagining those traditions.

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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

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By Jane Austen adapted by Jessica Swale Nisi Sturgis, director

Sunday, November 8, 2026
Monday, November 9, 2026
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Jeremy Benton, stage director and choreographer Michael Tilley, music director

Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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Join members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.

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Jeannette Sorrell, conductor and harpsichordist Jeanine De Bique, soprano

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Jeremy Benton, stage director and choreographer Michael Tilley, music director

Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Wind Orchestra: Barry L. Houser, conductor Kristina La Marca, graduate conductor Hindsley Symphonic Band: Kimberly Fleming, conductor Pablo Elias-Rodriguez, graduate conductor Ben Roidl-Ward, bassoon

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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

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By Jane Austen adapted by Jessica Swale Nisi Sturgis, director

Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Mary Caruso Dailey (PhD Chemistry, 2010), Lead Product Development Specialist at 3M will discuss her research on adhesives for electronics bonding and experiences as a graduate student in Chemistry at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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Come join us, we'll be making Tiramisu and enjoying Italian conversation. All language levels welcome!

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SPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist, Shaya Robinson, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.

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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

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By Jane Austen adapted by Jessica Swale Nisi Sturgis, director

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Jeremy Benton, stage director and choreographer Michael Tilley, music director

Friday, November 13, 2026
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Stop by on Fridays for our monthly Talk & Tour! Gain insights about the artwork on view in both special exhibitions and the collection galleries.

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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

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By Jane Austen adapted by Jessica Swale Nisi Sturgis, director

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Jeremy Benton, stage director and choreographer Michael Tilley, music director

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University Band: Hanna Rudy, conductor Kristina La Marca, graduate conductor Campus Band: Beau Bujol, graduate conductor Pable Elias-Rodriguez, graduate conductor

Saturday, November 14, 2026
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Fairview by Jackie Sibblies Drury Geovonday Jones, director

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By Jane Austen adapted by Jessica Swale Nisi Sturgis, director

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Jeremy Benton, stage director and choreographer Michael Tilley, music director

Sunday, November 15, 2026
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
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Join members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.













































