Strategic Innovation

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Friday, February 27, 2026

  • Resident Expert Speaker Series
    1:00 - 2:30 pm
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820

    Join us for the University of Illinois Foundation’s Resident Expert Speaker Series—designed to bring practical insights and emerging trends to advancement professionals across the University of Illinois System. This session features Karen Aarestad, PhD, who will share research and strategies on Characteristics of Alumni Donors in Academic Medicine.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm   02/18/2026
    University of Illinois Foundation | Philanthropy Center 303 St Mary's Rd, Champaign, IL 61820 | Room 215 | Roman M. Lubynsky Idea Lab

    3rd Wednesd‑AI; A Monthly Learning Community for AI Exploration 3rd Wednesd‑AI is a hands-on space to learn, practice, and play while building AI skills together. Stay current on AI developments, experiment with new tools, and share discoveries with colleagues in a supportive environment. Bring your lunch, laptop, and curiosity. Learn together. Try new things. Have fun!