Informatics Programs Events Calendar
Friday, October 17, 2025
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2:00 - 3:00 pmAn ongoing dialogue series where INFO PhD students can gather to learn about and discuss essential information for the Informatics Programs PhD program. Please join us at this and all upcoming fall sessions.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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6:00 - 7:00 pmHub on Campus, 614 East Daniels Street, Room 4045, 4th Floor, Multipurpose RoomJoin Elaina Rhoades, Digital Manager from Octagon as she shares her journey in Esports and gaming, from breaking into the industry to leading global campaigns and community programs. She’ll discuss the evolution of brand partnerships, talent collaboration, and fan engagement, plus where Esports is headed and the skills students need to succeed.
Friday, November 7, 2025
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2:00 - 3:00 pmAn ongoing dialogue series where INFO PhD students can gather to learn about and discuss essential information for the Informatics Programs PhD program. Please join us at this and all upcoming fall sessions.
Saturday, November 8, 2025
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All DayCampus Instructional Facility, Rooms TBDThe Illini Esports Invitational is a intercollegiate Invitational for Rocket League, League of Legends, and Smash Ultimate. There will be shout casted matches, local vendors and businesses, a free-play area for Esports games, tournaments and prizes, giveaways, raffles, industry panels, a VR/AR section, and much more!
Sunday, November 9, 2025
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All DayCampus Instructional Facility, Rooms TBD
The Illini Esports Invitational is a intercollegiate Invitational for Rocket League, League of Legends, and Smash Ultimate. There will be shout casted matches, local vendors and businesses, a free-play area for Esports games, tournaments and prizes, giveaways, raffles, industry panels, a VR/AR section, and much more!
Monday, November 17, 2025
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2:00 - 3:00 pmAn ongoing dialogue series where INFO PhD students can gather to learn about and discuss essential information for the Informatics Programs PhD program. Please join us at this and all upcoming fall sessions.
Friday, December 5, 2025
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All DayHub on Campus, 812 South Sixth Street, Multipurpose Room, 4th FloorThe Game Studies and Design Fall 2025 Showcase features a day of play-testing for students to share their new games, designs, and game components.
Friday, May 1, 2026
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All DayHub on Campus, 812 South Sixth Street, Multipurpose Room, 4th FloorThe Game Studies and Design Spring 2026 Showcase features a day of play-testing for students to share their new games, designs, and game components.