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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

  • Learning from a Library Luminary: Global Reach, Local Touch

    Time
    9:00 - 10:15 am

    Under the theme, "Learning from a Library Luminary: Global Reach, Local Touch", the 6th ATU Library Mentorship Series features Barbara J. Ford, former Director of the Mortenson Center at UIUC, who will share her remarkable career journey, passion for mentoring young professionals, and extensive work in advancing international librarianship and global collaboration.

Sunday, September 13, 2026

  • Global CU: Neighbors Connecting Through Cultures and Stories

    Time
    2:00 - 4:30 pm
    Location
    Urbana Free Library, 210 W Green St., Urbana, IL 61801

    Inspired by the Human Library®, have a conversation with international neighbors and celebrate the diverse origins of everyone in our community! Neighbors at this event will be sharing various aspects about their personal stories and heritage cultures. Adults and kids are welcome to learn about different countries’ culture, language, cuisine, and more!