Student Wellness Calendar
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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CU Pride Parade Poster Making
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Thursday, October 15, 2026
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CU Pride Parade Poster Making
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Show support for survivors of domestic violence by wearing purple on #PurpleThursday, October 15th!

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Show support for survivors of domestic violence by wearing purple on #PurpleThursday, October 15th! To be entered into a drawing to win a Create Consent Culture mug: Post of a photo of yourself wearing purple tag the WRC (@wrcillinois) write a message of support for survivors

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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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Pláticas
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DVAM Crafternoon Thursday October 15, 2 - 4 PM @ the WRC Join us at the WRC for DVAM Crafternoon! For this special session, we are decorating custom DVAM tote bags! All materials are provided, while supplies last. This event is free and open to everyone

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Thriving More Thursday
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This interactive workshop will help you identify the qualities that contribute to an inclusive workplace and consider the values and work environment that matter most to you. Through group discussion and activities, you’ll explore ways to advocate for your identity-related needs, learn about the role employee resource groups can play in creating community and support, and

Friday, October 16, 2026
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CU Pride Parade Poster Making
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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
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Pumpkin Hunt at the Illini Union!
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Nutrition Coaching
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Pumpkin Hunt at the Illini Union!
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The Farms: Fall Yoga
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Don't miss the final week of "Stitching Ecologies: Urbana-Champaign Satellite Crochet Coral Reef." On view through October 24.

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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Pumpkin Hunt at the Illini Union!
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Don't miss the final week of "Stitching Ecologies: Urbana-Champaign Satellite Crochet Coral Reef." On view through October 24.

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8 Dimensions of Wellness
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Join us for an engaging presentation on breast cancer, including signs and symptoms, risk factors, prevention, early detection, and breast cancer in Black communities. Explore hands-on breast models, pick up educational handouts, and spin the wheel for free swag!

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Wellness Wednesday
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training gives you the skills to reach out and support someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Open to all University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff, each training includes online pre-work, in-person instruction, and online post-coursework for full certification.

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Sit with Sankofa
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Wellness Wednesday's
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Japanese Tea Ceremony
RecurringJoin us for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony!

Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Pumpkin Hunt at the Illini Union!
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Don't miss the final week of "Stitching Ecologies: Urbana-Champaign Satellite Crochet Coral Reef." On view through October 24.

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Are you interested in learning more about pregnancy-related accommodations for employees? M.T. Hudson and Nizam Arain from the Office for Access & Equity will discuss accommodations for pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, including lactation spaces/breaks. We will also review how to submit a request and how the interactive process unfolds from there.

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Are you a first-generation college student? Do you have Federal Work-Study? Are you interested in undergraduate research but don't know how to get started? Visit go.illinois.edu/FirstGenResearch to preview the program and see us at the 10/22 information session to get your questions answered. Please RVSP to attend!

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Pláticas
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Bring A Healthy U of I
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Social Skills
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Thriving More Thursday
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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
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Pumpkin Hunt at the Illini Union!
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Don't miss the final week of "Stitching Ecologies: Urbana-Champaign Satellite Crochet Coral Reef." On view through October 24.

Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Stitching Ecologies: Urbana-Champaign Satellite Crochet Coral Reef." On view through October 24.

Sunday, October 25, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

Monday, October 26, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

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Join us for our Dish It Up/Lunch on Us Series at the Women's Resources Center every 2nd and 4th Monday at noon (12 pm CST), while listening to speakers, lecturers, and panelists explore a variety of topics at the intersection of gender and other social identities.

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Nutrition Coaching
Recurring
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

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The Farms: Fall Yoga
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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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.

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Join the Advocacy Team for a Survivor Strategies session on navigating intimacy.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

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8 Dimensions of Wellness
Recurring
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Wellness Wednesday
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Sit with Sankofa
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Wellness Wednesday's
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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.

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In Focus
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Japanese Tea Ceremony
RecurringJoin us for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony!

Thursday, October 29, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training gives you the skills to reach out and support someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Open to all University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff, each training includes online pre-work, in-person instruction, and online post-coursework for full certification.

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Pláticas
Recurring
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Bring A Healthy U of I
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Social Skills
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Thriving More Thursday
Recurring
Friday, October 30, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

Saturday, October 31, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

Sunday, November 1, 2026
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This year, the WRC is creating an altar to remember those who have lost their lives to relationship violence. It will be on displayed from Monday, October 25 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the WRC. We invite the UIUC community to share photos and memories of loved ones to include on the altar.

Monday, November 2, 2026
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First-Generation Student Initiatives from The Jeffries Center is celebrating first-gen students at Illinois and sharing information about other First-Gen Week @ Illinois actvities. First-Gen Week @ Illinois is Nov. 2nd through Nov. 8th. Stop by, say hello, and have a pastry on us, while supplies last! All students are welcome to attend.

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Nutrition Coaching
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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No prior dance experience required. Event is open to all currently enrolled students at Illinois, you do not need to identify as first-generation to attend. Bring your iCARD to sign in.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training gives you the skills to reach out and support someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Open to all University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff, each training includes online pre-work, in-person instruction, and online post-coursework for full certification.

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8 Dimensions of Wellness
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Wellness Wednesday
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Sit with Sankofa
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Wellness Wednesday's
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First-Generation Student Initiatives from The Jeffries Center is celebrating first-gen students at Illinois through a collaborative program at the Main Library. Come learn about and create a self-published zine that features your first-gen experience. All students are welcome to attend. First-Gen Week is Nov. 2nd through Nov. 8th.

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In Focus
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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).

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Japanese Tea Ceremony
RecurringJoin us for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony!

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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Pláticas
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Bring A Healthy U of I
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Perfectionism
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Social Skills
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Thriving More Thursday
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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.

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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Please join us for a night of community, connections, and joy! In honor of First-Generation College Student Day on November 8th, we are hosting a Friday night dinner celebration for all students, staff, faculty, and families! Please enjoy free food, an RSO tabling section, and performances.

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.

Sunday, November 8, 2026
Monday, November 9, 2026
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Join us for our Dish It Up/Lunch on Us Series at the Women's Resources Center every 2nd and 4th Monday at noon (12 pm CST), while listening to speakers, lecturers, and panelists explore a variety of topics at the intersection of gender and other social identities.

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Nutrition Coaching
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Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Join the Advocacy Team for a Survivor Strategies session on feeling stuck in your healing.

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Join us for an interactive presentation on wellness. Take a moment to pause, recharge, and learn simple ways to care of yourself - mind, body, and spirit.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Wellness Wednesday
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Sit with Sankofa
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Wellness Wednesday's
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In Focus
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Japanese Tea Ceremony
RecurringJoin us for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony!

Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Pláticas
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Bring A Healthy U of I
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Perfectionism
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Social Skills
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Thriving More Thursday
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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.

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.

Saturday, November 14, 2026
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training gives you the skills to reach out and support someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Open to all University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff, each training includes online pre-work, in-person instruction, and online post-coursework for full certification.

Sunday, November 15, 2026
Monday, November 16, 2026
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Nutrition Coaching
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Tuesday, November 17, 2026
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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Wellness Wednesday
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Sit with Sankofa
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Wellness Wednesday's
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In Focus
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Japanese Tea Ceremony
RecurringJoin us for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony!

Thursday, November 19, 2026
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Join the Office for Access & Equity - Employee Accommodations team for a discussion of the latest developments and emerging topics related to disability, pregnancy, and religious accommodations in the workplace, intersections with other employee rights/benefits, and how inclusive practices are evolving.

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Pláticas
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Bring A Healthy U of I
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Thriving More Thursday
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Saturday, November 21, 2026
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Monday, November 23, 2026
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Stress Less Tuesday's
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Wednesday, November 25, 2026
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Wellness Wednesday
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Sit with Sankofa
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Wellness Wednesday's
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Thursday, November 26, 2026
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Pláticas
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Thriving More Thursday
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Saturday, November 28, 2026
Monday, November 30, 2026
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Join us for our Dish It Up/Lunch on Us Series at the Women's Resources Center every 2nd and 4th Monday at noon (12 pm CST), while listening to speakers, lecturers, and panelists explore a variety of topics at the intersection of gender and other social identities.

















