Campus International Events
This calendar includes events from units or departments on campus that have an international or global focus.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pmMumford Hall Room 323 -
1:00 - 3:30 pm1001 S Wright Street, University YMCA (Room 228 - 2nd floor)
Thursday, January 22, 2026
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12:00 pmMumford Hall Room 305Join us to learn about the International Business Immersion Program in Brazil!
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12:30 - 1:50 pmSiebel Center for Design (1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820) Starlight Room and Upper LobbyBegin the semester with a warm and engaging conversation about how people across the globe welcome the winter season. We will explore holidays, New Year traditions, and other seasonal celebrations that bring communities together. Join us to share your own customs and learn how others find joy and meaning during this time of year. Free and open to all.
Friday, January 23, 2026
Monday, January 26, 2026
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10:00 10:45A webinar for students to learn more about the U21 Global Citizens Program, a three week online program for students across the U21 global network...
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4:00 - 5:00 pmLLS Building (1207 W. Oregon St.), Room 133
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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12:00 - 12:15 pmCoble Hall, 801 South Wright Street Champaign, Room 306. -
12:00 - 2:15 pmCoble Hall, 801 South Wright Street Champaign, Room 306.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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3:00 - 4:30 pm1001 S Wright Street, University YMCA (Room 228 - 2nd floor)
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4:00 pm 5:00 pmLAS Paul Lisnek Hub Lincoln HallA friendly Arabic roundtable where participants learn useful phrases and vocabulary through relaxed conversation. All levels are welcome.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
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3:30 - 5:30 pmRoom 215 (Faculty Lounge), College of Law, 504 E. Pennsylvania Avenue Champaign, IL 61820 -
3:30 - 4:30 pm514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, January 30, 2026
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12:00 pm108 Coble Hall (801 S. Wright St., Champaign, IL 61820) -
3:00 - 4:00 pm514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
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3:00 - 4:30 pm2090B LCLB
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Monday, February 2, 2026
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1:30 - 3:30 pmThe Orange Room, Main Library - 1408 W. Gregory Drive, Champaign IL -
3:00 - 4:30 pm2090B LCLB
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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9:30 - 11:00 am
The Level 1: Introduction To Safety & Security Abroad For First-Time 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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3:30 - 4:30 pmInternational Studies Building (910 S 5th St, Champaign, IL 61820) Room 115This session explores six key causes of intercultural communication breakdowns and provides actionable strategies to avoid them. Join us to learn how to improve your communication and build stronger connections in diverse settings. Open to faculty, staff, and international scholars.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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5:30 pmLevis Faculty Center, Room 208Join us for an evening with Maksym Butkevych as he shares his experiences defending human rights on and off the battlefield, of captivity during the ongoing Russian war, and methods of building solidarity in Ukraine and beyond.
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5:30 - 7:00 pm1210 W Nevada Street, Urbana (Asian American Cultural Center/International Education)
Thursday, February 5, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pmLa Casa Cultural Latina | 1203 W. Nevada Street Urbana IL 61801
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3:30 - 4:30 pm514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, February 6, 2026
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12:00 pm306 Coble Hall and virtual via ZoomDr. D. Fairchild Ruggles, Professor and Debra L. Mitchell Chair in Landscape Architecture, will present her lecture "Muslim Woman and Architectural Patronage" February 6|12pm till 1pm (CST) | Coble Hall 306 or Zoom
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12:00 pmCoble Hall 801 S Wright St Champaign IL Room 306 -
1:00 - 6:00 pmLevis Faculty Center, Room 210 and 208 -
1:30 pmLucy Ellis Lounge, LCLB building -
3:00 - 4:00 pm514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
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3:00 - 4:30 pm2090B LCLB
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Sunday, February 8, 2026
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11:00 am - 2:00 pmSiebel Center for Design 1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820
Monday, February 9, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pm
Join us for a special Names Training focused on Brazilian names! This interactive session will explore the diverse linguistic and cultural influences that shape Brazilian names. You’ll gain insight into name structures, pronunciation tips, and cultural context—guided by our presenter with lived experience and knowledge of Brazilian naming customs.
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1:00 - 3:00 pmLucy Ellis Lounge, Literatures, Cultures, & Linguistics Building, 707 S. Matthews Ave., Urbana -
5:00 pmBruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center- BNAAC kitchenExplore Arabic language and culture while making Dubai-style chocolate in a fun, interactive social event.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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12:30 - 1:50 pmCampus Instructional Facility (CIF) (1405 W Springfield Ave, Urbana, IL 61801); Room 2018
In this session, participants will explore how their cultural backgrounds influence values, assumptions, communication styles, and ideas of what feels “normal.” Through guided reflection and discussion, students will begin identifying their own cultural lenses and how these shape interactions in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pmLa Casa Cultural Latina | 1203 W. Nevada Street Urbana IL 61801
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12:30 - 1:50 pmSiebel Center for Design (1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820) Starlight Room and Upper LobbyWith Valentine’s week approaching, this session invites you to reflect on how different cultures express affection, build friendships, and understand relationships. We will discuss traditions, expectations, and the diverse ways people form meaningful connections. A thoughtful and lighthearted way to explore global perspectives on love and friendship. Free and open to al
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3:30 - 4:30 pm514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
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4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore 2nd floor Author's Corner 809 S Wright St, Champaign, IL 61820 -
4:00 pmLCLB Lucy Ellis Lounge (1080)
Friday, February 13, 2026
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12:00 pmLucy Ellis Lounge, Room 1080 Literatures, Cultures, and Linguistics Building (707 S. Mathews St., Urbana, IL 61801)
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Monday, February 16, 2026
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmInternational Studies Building (910 S 5th St, Champaign, IL 61820) Room 115
This session explores key communication styles, including direct vs. indirect, linear vs. nonlinear, affective vs. neutral, and more. Participants will learn how adapting to different communication approaches can lead to more effective interactions. Open to faculty, staff, and international scholars.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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2:00 - 3:00 pm
The Level 2: Analysis & Reflection of Safety & Security Abroad for Experienced 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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4:00 pmLucy Ellis Lounge, LCLBinteractive discussion of different Arabic dialects, with a special focus on Levantine Arabic.
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5:30 - 7:00 pm1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana (AACC/IE)
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pmLa Casa Cultural Latina | 1203 W. Nevada Street Urbana IL 61801
Friday, February 20, 2026
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11:00 amPlease join us for a book discussion on, “The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way” by Sara Ahmed. February 20th (Friday) from 11am-12:30pm CST via Zoom. For more information and to register visit https://go.illinois.edu/Feb20bookgroup
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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9:30 am - 5:00 pmI-Hotel & Conference Center | 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820
Monday, February 23, 2026
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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12:30 - 1:50 pmCampus Instructional Facility (CIF) (1405 W Springfield Ave, Urbana, IL 61801); Room 2018
This session examines how culture influences perception, interpretation, and judgment. Participants will practice distinguishing between observation and interpretation, explore common sources of misunderstanding, and learn strategies for suspending evaluation in intercultural interactions.
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5:00 pmKnight Auditorium, Spurlock Museum of World Cultures (600 S. Gregory St., Urbana, IL)
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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4:00 pmLucy Ellis Lounge_ LCLBJoin us for a screening of Wadjda (2012), a groundbreaking Saudi Arabian film that follows a young girl challenging social norms in pursuit of independence.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pmLa Casa Cultural Latina | 1203 W. Nevada Street Urbana IL 61801
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12:30 - 1:50 pmSiebel Center for Design (1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820) Classroom 1000
More detailed information to come. Check back soon!
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1:30 - 3:00 pm
The Level 1: Introduction To Safety & Security Abroad For First-Time 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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3:30 - 5:30 pmWomen's Resources Center; 616 E. Green Street Suite 213 -
3:30 - 4:30 pmWomen's Resources Center; 616 E. Green Street Suite 213 -
4:00 pm306 Coble Hall (801 S. Wright St., Champaign, IL 61820)
Friday, February 27, 2026
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1:30 - 3:00 pmHybrid: 306 Coble Hall & ZOOM