Campus International Events
This calendar includes events from units or departments on campus that have an international or global focus.
Monday, February 26, 2024
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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This talk revisits the Bhopal gas explosion of 1984 to consider the plural ways in which the Indian state has been imagined in its wake and to offer an example of what my larger book project, Reading Better States, calls a utopian method of reading. Bhopal has been dubbed the world’s worst industrial disaster and it is also a notorious example of environmental, corporate,
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Please join us for a discussion of Naomi Klein’s book, “On Fire: The (Burning) Case for a Green New Deal”. The book discussion will be led by GRID Students Cintia Martins Freitas, Marina Moscoso, and Marwah Maqbool Malik.
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Come join us for conversation practice in Polish. All levels welcome.
Friday, March 1, 2024
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Friday Forum + Conversation Café: Overcoming Inequalities and Barriers in Refugees' Labor Market Participiation in Germany Ozge Yenigun, Dept. of Urban & Regional Planning Friday, March 1 ⋅ 12:00 – 1:00pm (CST) 1001 S Wright St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
Saturday, March 2, 2024
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To celebrate Hinamatsuri this year, Japan House is holding two special sessions with activities highlighting ways that Hinamatsuri is enjoyed. Space is limited to 22 people per session. All guests must have a registered ticket to enter due to limited space inside.
Sunday, March 3, 2024
Monday, March 4, 2024
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The Program Leader Safety and Best Practices Workshop 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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"Tarpuna El Maíz" Film Screening and Conversation with Film Producer/Protagonist will take place on March 4th at 4pm at Knight Auditorium, Spurlock Museum, 600 S. Gregory, Urbana. "Tarpuna: el maíz" (34 mins, 2019) Tarpuna means ‘to sow’ in Kichwa, the ancestral language of the Andes. In the Corn episode of this documentary series, guardians from the highlands of Ecuador
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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As the onslaught on Gaza continues, the West Bank has been under Israeli assault long before October 7, 2023. Along with daily military incursions, Israel has intensified and deepened the fragmentation of the West Bank. Since October 7, thousands of Palestinians have been detained in the West Bank and hundreds have been killed by military and settlers' fire. And while some
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The Women and Gender in Global Perspectives Program (WGGP) and the Humanities Research Institute (HRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are co-hosting our seventh annual event, “12 Women Who Changed the World: Untold Stories” bringing together faculty, staff, students, and community members to recognize people who have made a difference in academia.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts and the Bangladeshi Ladies Club presents Nakshi Kantha Workshop and Dhamail Dance! A Celebration of Creativity and Rhythm Wednesday, March 6, 4 pm - 6 pm 3rd Floor, Levis Faculty Center 919 W. Illinois, Urbana
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Experience Bangladesh's rich cultural heritage with our Nakshi Kantha workshop! Learn hand-stitching techniques, explore patterns, and create your masterpiece. No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm! Afterward, join us for the energetic Dhamail Dance, diving into Bangladeshi folk tradition with vibrant rhythms and hues
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Мы будем говорить только по-русски! Conversation in Russian, all levels welcome!
Thursday, March 7, 2024
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The Program Leader Safety and Best Practices Workshop guides faculty in preparing for the safest possible experience abroad. This training is specifically designed for faculty and staff traveling with graduate students.
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Professor of Computer Science, Dr. Karahalios will present her research on the relationship between computing and society, algorithmic bias, and AI. Registration Link: https://go.library.illinois.edu/WomenInScienceMar2024
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Come join us for conversation practice in Polish. All levels welcome.
Friday, March 8, 2024
Saturday, March 9, 2024
Monday, March 11, 2024
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Join us for a magical film screening of Kiki's Delivery Service at the Taste of Ghibli event! Indulge in a delicious lunch inspired by the film, featuring the iconic chocolate cake.
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Come join us for conversation practice in Polish. All levels welcome.
Friday, March 15, 2024
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Monday, March 18, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, George Mitchell, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Rhodes, and Schwarzman programs and how to apply for these scholarship opportunities. For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, George Mitchell, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Rhodes, and Schwarzman programs and how to apply for these scholarship opportunities. For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, George Mitchell, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Rhodes, and Schwarzman programs and how to apply for these scholarship opportunities. For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu
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Мы будем говорить только по-русски! Conversation in Russian, all levels welcome!
Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, George Mitchell, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Rhodes, and Schwarzman programs and how to apply for these scholarship opportunities. For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu
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Come join us for conversation practice in Polish. All levels welcome.
Friday, March 22, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, George Mitchell, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Rhodes, and Schwarzman programs and how to apply for these scholarship opportunities. For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit our website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu
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Friday Forum + Conversation Café: The Education of Charlene Teters (Spokane Nation) Charlene Teters, Artist, Activist and FAA Distinguished Alumni Recipient Friday, March 22 ⋅ 12:00 – 1:00pm (CDT) 1001 S Wright St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Monday, March 25, 2024
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Stitches of Healing: Memory, Spatial and Women's Rights in Post-Dictatorship Chile Spurlock Museum - Knight Auditorium. Monday. March 25th, 6 pm
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, Goldwater, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes, Schwarzman, Truman, and Udall programs and how you may prepare for these opportunities.
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Topics to be covered include information about the Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, Goldwater, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes, Schwarzman, Truman, and Udall programs and how you may prepare for these opportunities.
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Topics to be covered include information about the Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, Goldwater, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes, Schwarzman, Truman, and Udall programs and how you may prepare for these opportunities.
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Topics to be covered include information about the Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, Goldwater, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes, Schwarzman, Truman, and Udall programs and how you may prepare for these opportunities.
Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The Program Leader Safety and Best Practices Workshop 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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Topics to be covered include information about the Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, Goldwater, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes, Schwarzman, Truman, and Udall programs and how you may prepare for these opportunities.
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Topics to be covered include information about the Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, Goldwater, Knight-Hennessy, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes, Schwarzman, Truman, and Udall programs and how you may prepare for these opportunities.
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This presentation seeks to motivate Western audiences towards a deeper understanding of Middle Eastern music. Participants will gain new insights into the beauty and expression of Arabic maqams and traditional rhythmic structures. The workshop incorporates music listening and live music demonstration to help increase awareness of this seminal musical genre.
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Come join us for conversation practice in Polish. All levels welcome.
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The 8th Annual Korean Speech Contest will be held in person at 7 pm on Thursday March 28, 2024, co-sponsored by the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures [EALC] and the Center of East Asian and Pacific Studies [CEAPS]. This event is open to all.