University of Illinois International Student and Scholar Services

Congratulations to David Arellano, a graduate student in The Grainger College of Engineering, and Asiya Falak, a medical student in the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, on being finalists in the Universitas 21 RISE competition for the 2026 People's Choice Award for Innovation! 🌍 🧡 💙

We’re looking for student workers to help us with the new international student experience! Apply by July 7 at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1334138932!

Looking for something to do this weekend? Stop by the Illini Union on Saturday, May 23, for an evening of live music celebrating the rich musical traditions of Southern Iran!

Featuring Mohammad Khodadadi and Shahab Aledavood, this special concert brings together Southern Iranian heritage, Persian classical influences, and modern musical expression. The concert is free and open to the public, however registration is required.

🔗 Please RSVP at https://iranianheritage.org/calendar/lavaye-jonoub/

🕕 6 p.m.
🗓 Saturday, May 23
📍 Illini Union – Illini Room B

Center for South Asian & Middle Eastern Studies at Illinois, Iranian Heritage Foundation 🧡💙

Thank you for joining us at our first-ever International Families Celebration!
Special shout-out to Orchard Downs and The Urbana Free Library for helping us create a memorable event. 💙🧡

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Join us for our final Coffee Across Cultures Hour of the semester on May 7! This relaxing and uplifting session invites participants to reflect on the simple joys and comforting practices that bring calm during busy or stressful times. Share the activities, routines, and traditions that help you feel grounded, and learn how others find moments of peace.

The session offers practical coping strategies to help students cultivate peace, joy, and well‑being in their everyday lives.

Free and open to all.

⏰ 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.
🗓 Thursday, May 7
📍Siebel Center for Design (Starlight Room and Upper Lobby)

Mark your calendars for the next GROW workshop on May 5!

This session will focus on applying intercultural awareness and skills to everyday academic, professional, and community contexts. The workshop is open to all students and will be held in person on Tuesday, May 5, from 1-1:50 p.m. in the Campus Instructional Facility (CIF) Room 2018.

Registration is required, so secure your spot now by going to https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/3715?eventId=33539568!

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Join us on Thursday, April 30 for an engaging and immersive experience highlighting the rich cultures, histories, and vibrant communities of the African regions!

Through storytelling, music, visuals, and interactive activities, attendees will explore traditional and modern aspects of African life—including cultural attire, languages, cuisine, art, and social traditions.

We'll see you there 🧡💙🌍