Illinois Mobile App Master Calendar
Sunday, September 20, 2026
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Join us on Sunday, September 20th, at the Orchard Downs Community Center for a free hands-on workshop where people can make delicious mooncakes and egg yolk pastries together! We will be holding a family session from 10:00 am - 11:30 am and a general session open to everyone from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm.
Monday, September 21, 2026
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Interested in learning how to sew? Want to jump into a first-time project that can teach you basic sewing skills and end up with something to take home? Head down to the SCD Shop and learn the sewing basics by making a custom draw-string bag! This workshop doesn’t require any experience, and supplies are provided.
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Stay connected all semester long with Conexiones, a welcoming space for dialogue, relationship-building, and community connection. Through intentional programs focused on holistic well-being, student engagement, and professional development, Conexiones centers the Latine community and strengthens students’ sense of belonging.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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This retreat creates space for faculty across campus to connect, reflect, and learn from one another as we explore a simple question: What feels harder about teaching today than it did five years ago? Together, we will identify common challenges, share experiences, and begin a year-long conversation about the opportunities and realities shaping teaching and learning today
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Join us on Tuesday, September 22 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM for “Startup Incorporation: The When, What, & How” with Alan Singleton.
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Build skills for communicating in unfamiliar situations, with the goal of developing connections, sharing ideas, and building partnerships. Understand complex conversations for communicating more effectively in both the speaker and listener roles.
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Get up to speed quickly on the basics of making PDF documents accessible for all while meeting state and federal accessibility standards. For hands-on participation, you will need Adobe Acrobat Pro (not Acrobat Reader). U of I, UIS, and UIC faculty and staff can obtain Acrobat Pro free from the U of I Webstore: https://webstore.illinois.edu/shop/product.aspx?zpid=7227
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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Get up to speed quickly on making your Microsoft Word documents accessible for everyone while meeting state and federal accessibility standards. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll start with a brief overview of common accessibility challenges in Word and then jump right into practice.
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This lively workshop explores the “Well-Delivered” pillar of the Teaching Excellence at Illinois framework. Co-taught by award-winning faculty the session focuses on the research behind engaged learning and how small additions to a lecture can increase student success. Participants will work in small groups to explore impactful strategies. Bring a friend!
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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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Quick Start Workshop: Make Your Moodle Course Accessible Using the FACT Moodle Accessibility Checker
Learn how to improve the accessibility of your Moodle course by working hands-on with the new FACT Accessibility Checker developed by ATLAS.
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In this talk, we'll look at one professor's perspective on why students struggle in chemistry. We will chat about the differences between high school and college chemistry classes, study skills to develop moving forward, and time management.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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If you have had previous difficulties in MCB courses or are worried about a particular one this semester, join us for a discussion/workshop that will help you manage time better and identify the skills necessary for success in the major. You’ll also learn how to take notes, think critically, and approach exams in a scientific context.
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In this hands-on workshop, participants will use systems thinking to break complex work into roles, handoffs, standards, and review points, then build a working AI agent system.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Monday, September 28, 2026
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Attend this onsite workshop at NCSA to learn how to use OpenACC API compiler directives to quickly develop GPU-capable codes using standard languages and compilers. Knowledge of either C or Fortran programming is required. Hands-on exercises will use Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center’s Bridges-2 computing platform.
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Most teachers get evaluated by their students at the end of the course. But by then, it is too late to make changes that will make a difference for your current students. Come to this workshop to learn how to design, implement, and interpret Informal Early Feedback (IEF) to improve the class experience for everyone.
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Learn the basics of our laser lab through this unique workshop! Make a customized lamp with an engraving and leave with the knowledge to do it yourself the next time you visit our shop at SCD. No experience needed! Supplies provided. Registration is required to participate.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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Get up to speed on using the Pope Tech Canvas Accessibility Guide to make Canvas pages more accessible for everyone! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll start with an overview of the Pope Tech Canvas Accessibility Guide, how it functions, what the various errors, alerts, structural elements, and features mean, and how to fix these issues on a Canvas page.
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Research and Reflections is intended as a celebration of the remarkable efforts of our Affiliates in integrating Human-Centered Design (HCD) into campus across our research contexts. Specifically, this event is intended to recognize the practical and theoretical contributions that have enriched our campus through the implementation of the HCD framework.
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In this talk, we'll look at one professor's perspective on why students struggle in chemistry. We will chat about the differences between high school and college chemistry classes, study skills to develop moving forward, and time management.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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Develop skills to set clear expectations, give feedback, and recognize employees effectively to support ongoing performance and growth. Complete the Self-Paced Pre-Learning, to register for the live workshop.
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This workshop explores the “Inclusive and Ethical” pillar of the Teaching Excellence at Illinois framework. Participants will examine strategies for creating equitable, respectful, and inclusive learning environments that support all students.
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Not sure what you want to major in—or how your major connects to your future career? Join us for an interactive introduction to Life Design and explore how your interests, values, and experiences can guide your decisions. Learn practical tools to navigate uncertainty, explore possibilities, and take your next step with confidence.
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The Level 1: Introduction to Safety and Security Abroad for Program Leaders guides program leaders (faculty, staff, or students leading programs) in preparing for the safest possible experience abroad. Those who lead, or assist, short-term education abroad or other university-related travel abroad for students must attend at least one workshop a year.
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Join us on Wednesday, September 30 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. for a workshop on Navigating Google's Latest Updates for Business Growth with Scott Clanin of Clanin Creative.
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This workshop is here to help. We will introduce the idea of metacognitive learning and find out how that can help you study more efficiently. We'll give you tips about how to summarize your notes, break down your syllabus and practice for your next exam.
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Learn more about the landscape of higher education
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Military-connected students are invited to explore academic pathways, career opportunities, and strategies for navigating the transition to Illinois. Learn how your strengths and experiences can inform your goals, discover how VA educational benefits support academic planning, and connect with the Chez Veterans Center's mentorship, community, and support network.
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Curious about how research might fit into your journey at Illinois? Come learn more from the Illinois Undergraduate Research Ambassadors!
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Clarify your role, identify your management strengths, and define the kind of supervisor you want to be. Complete the Self-Paced Pre-Learning, to register for the live workshop.
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Documents must be proactively accessible for all students. This hands-on workshop will cover what to look for and several tools to help you find and fix issues. You’ll learn how to scan multiple document types for accessibility issues and remediate them.
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Join us to learn more about the Intercollegiate Transfer Process and planful decision making.
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In this workshop, you will learn the different aspects of healthy individual brainstorming and decision-making processes. Everyone will practice different types of thinking to facilitate effective and efficient decisions for themselves and their organizations.
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Psychology 100 requires absorbing a large amount of information at a fast pace. Exams consist of challenging multiple-choice exams that require being able to apply the concepts. This workshop will focus on strategies for navigating and absorbing the content in a psychology class in a way that aligns with the demands of challenging multiple-choice exams.
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Choosing a major can be a stressful time. Between juggling your own expectations, family expectations, personal interests, and financial security, this decision can cause anxiety and decision fatigue. It is our hope to provide you with various coping mechanisms and resources to help you manage this stress and empower you to make an informed decision.
Friday, October 2, 2026
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Learn the accessibility requirements for making your Canvas courses accessible. This hands-on workshop will cover using the Canvas editor to create navigable pages, writing effective alt text description for images, charts, and graphs, ensuring readable color contrast, creating accessible tables and links, and using Canvas accessibility tools to fix common issues.
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Discover the benefits of studying abroad through this information session led by student interns who have studied abroad and can share their experiences. Learn about program types, locations, scholarships, and the application process, and take the first step toward starting your study abroad journey!
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Are you worried about what to put on your resume? Is this your first time? Join this session to learn about formatting your resume for your upcoming ICT application. We will not be providing individual reviews!
Monday, October 5, 2026
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Learn about the process of screen printing in the SCD Shop. This workshop is beginner friendly and supplies are provided. Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty!
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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Join us for a lunch and learn to discuss how we can build a community that cares for, supports, and uplifts survivors. *Lunch provided for the first 15 attendees!*
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Join us for a lunch and learn to discuss how we can build a community that cares for, supports, and uplifts survivors. *Lunch provided for the first 15 attendees!*
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Join Jaclyn Schurman, program officer at the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, and other faculty members for a workshop in pursuing training grants. Please register by Monday, Sept. 26.
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This hands-on workshop covers what makes digital math accessible for all learners, including major accessible math formats, accessible math tools, structuring workflows to deliver accessible math, and how digital math interacts with platforms like Canvas, Jupyter Notebook, MS Office documents, and webpages. See full description for free software requirements.
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The Level 1: Introduction to Safety and Security Abroad for Program Leaders guides program leaders (faculty, staff, or students leading programs) in preparing for the safest possible experience abroad. Those who lead, or assist, short-term education abroad or other University-related travel abroad for students must attend at least one workshop a year.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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Understand formal processes, documentation, and conversations needed to manage performance concerns while aligning with university policies. Complete the Self-Paced Pre-Learning, to register for the live workshop.
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This workshop explores the “Reflective and Evolving” pillar of the Teaching Excellence at Illinois framework. Participants will engage in practices that support continuous improvement, self-assessment, and professional growth in teaching.
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Get up to speed quickly on making your PowerPoint presentations accessible for everyone while meeting state and federal accessibility standards. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll begin with a brief overview of common accessibility challenges in PowerPoint and then dive straight into practical solutions.
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In this hands-on workshop, participants will use systems thinking to break complex work into roles, handoffs, standards, and review points, then build a working AI agent system.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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Learn how to create a positive, inclusive team environment by building trust, modeling expectations, and shaping a culture that drives engagement and performance. Complete the Self-Paced Pre-Learning, to register for the live workshop.
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In this workshop, graduate students will use Human-Centered Design as a framework for designing a more intentional, productive, and fulfilling research experience by identifying goals, understanding stakeholders, and planning meaningful next steps.
Friday, October 9, 2026
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Join the Data + AI User Group on Friday, October 9 from noon to 1 p.m. for their monthly meetup.
