Cultural & International

From sunset of the first day to sunset of the last day, Samhain marks the Pagan New Year, a time for honoring the dead, cleansing, and releasing. For many Wiccans, Samhain is the most important Sabbat. It’s the time to remember the ancestors, and the time to celebrate the harvest and all that has been accomplished over the year

A solemn feast that celebrates all of the saints, both known and unknown. Many Episcopal churches observe this feast on the first Sunday immediately following November 1. Catholics are often obligated to attend Mass this day.

Diwali or The Festival of Lights is a major holiday. Extending over 5 days, it celebrates the victory of good over evil. Celebrations include millions of lights shining on housetops, outside doors and windows, around temples, and other buildings. Some students or employees may request scheduling accommodations in order to observe.

The Birth of the Báb and the Birth of Bahá’u’lláh occurred on consecutive days according to the Islamic lunar calendar. They are two of the nine holy days of the year when work is suspended and children are exempted from attending school. Some students or employees may request schedule adjustments in order to observe.

Please join the University YMCA and Diversity & Social Justice Education for our Fall 2024 Friday Forum + Conversation Café series. We will hear from community leaders tackling our most pressing public concerns through an unwavering pursuit of social justice. We are excited to focus the fall series towards Democracy. Steve Schwinn. Free lunch provided.

Join Professor Steven D. Schwinn of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law for a discussion on the Supreme Court and its role in our democracy.

Spend the afternoon crafting connections with the WRC every first Friday of the month. November's Craft: Leaf Suncatchers!

A feast day that commemorates the souls of the faithful departed. In Episcopal Churches, the names of those from the congregation who have died in the past year are read aloud during the service on this day, or on All Saints’ Sunday.

The Birth of the Báb and the Birth of Bahá’u’lláh occurred on consecutive days according to the Islamic lunar calendar. They are two of the nine holy days of the year when work is suspended and children are exempted from attending school. Some students or employees may request schedule adjustments in order to observe.

Join the Japan House interns on an interactive exploration of onigiri, their history, their culture, and preparation methods! Support #OnigiriAction during this tasty workshop!

At the beginning of each Bahá'í month, Bahá'ís gather for an observance called the 19-Day Feast. The First Day of Qudrat (Power) begins at sunset of the first day and ends at sunset of the last day. It is a three-part observance with devotions, community consultation, and a social portion. Some students or employees may request schedule adjustments in order to observe.

Мы будем говорить только по-русски! Conversation in Russian, beginners welcome!

Join to learn more about the ANSC 398 Avian Care and Conservation Program in New Zealand!

Please join the University YMCA and Diversity & Social Justice Education for our Fall 2024 Friday Forum + Conversation Café series. We will hear from Ilana Redstone on The Certainty Trap: Democracy’s Existential Threat. Free lunch provided.

Join us for a deep dive with Ilana Redstone, author and Associate Professor of sociology at UIUC on "The Certainty Trap: Democracy's Existential Threat".

Dive into the cultural and historical role animals play in our lives. From wild animals like elephants and jaguars, to trusted companions like dogs and horses, animals of all kinds have transformed the everyday lives of people all over the world.

Explore the evolution of fun, the cultural impact, and the creativity behind play from ancient to modern times. From Byzantine dice and Roman noisemakers to Victorian-era dolls, each object reveals how play has always been an integral part of our lives.

When we picture a scientist, how often do we see a black Brazilian woman in our minds? Dr. Sonia Guimarães, a trailblazing physicist, challenges this norm by showcasing the extraordinary achievements of black women in STEM, who defy the odds to excel. Join us in embracing diversity, not as a checkbox, but as a catalyst for transformation.

Join us to learn about Italian construction methods!

Learn about international plant genetics in Colombia!

Learn more about the International Business Immersion Program (IBIP) in Peru!

Join us at the campus-wide Study Abroad Scholarship Workshop to learn about available scholarships and participate in an essay writing workshop!

Come learn more about the Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Economics in Croatia!

The University of Illinois Archives is hosting a monthly Women in Science Lecture Series that will feature speakers from across the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s diverse and multidisciplinary scientific enterprise. The lecture series seeks to highlight the important innovations and contributions of women in the sciences at the University of Illinois.