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🌟 University Partner Fest with the Art Institute of Chicago 🌟

UIC Global is excited to highlight a creative campus experience hosted by the Center for Student Involvement!

Join students, staff, and faculty for a free day of art, exploration, and engagement at the Art Institute of Chicago. This event features art talks, a panel with museum staff, gallery experiences, an art-making activity, and an exclusive reception — plus insights into internship and job opportunities.

📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
📍 Art Institute of Chicago (location details available after RSVP)
🎟 Free for UIC students, faculty, and staff
📝 Registration is required — RSVP below:
🔗 https://uic.campusgroups.com/csi/rsvp_boot?id=2269386

Explore world-class art, connect with fellow UIC community members, and make the most of your time in Chicago! 🎨✨

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UIC Global is excited to share an upcoming Lunar New Year Celebration hosted by the UIC College of Business Administration. Join the campus community for an afternoon of cultural celebration, festive food, and connection as we welcome the Lunar New Year together.

📅 Friday, February 20
⏰ 3:30–5:30 PM
📍 Student Center East Tower, Room 605

This event is free and open to all students. Everyone is welcome, whether you celebrate Lunar New Year personally or are interested in learning more.

🔗 RSVP and event details:
https://uic.campusgroups.com/uicbusiness/rsvp_boot?id=2269397

At UIC Global, we love highlighting campus events that celebrate culture, diversity, and community.

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✨ Happy Lunar New Year! ✨

Lunar New Year is a time to welcome new beginnings, good fortune, and community. Celebrated across many cultures in East and Southeast Asia, the holiday brings together traditions such as family gatherings, festive foods, and cultural activities.

📅 UIC Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration
Join the Language and Culture Learning Center (LCLC) for a special on-campus celebration.

🗓 Monday, February 16
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Grant Hall 308 (Language Oasis)

🎉 Snacks will be provided and the event is free for all students.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about Lunar New Year traditions and celebrate the cultural diversity of our UIC community.

🔗 Learn more: https://lclc.uic.edu/events/chinese-lunar-new-year/

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📚♻️ Book & Item Exchange at UIC Global

Have books, study materials, or clothes you no longer need?
Bring them to the UIC Global Office and help another student — then come back and take what you need for free.

🗓 Feb 2–6: Drop off items
🗓 Feb 9–13: Exchange & take items
📍 UIC Global Office

Save money. Support sustainability. Support each other.

🌍 Intercultural Connections | Spring 2026

Intercultural Connections is a semester-long OIS program that brings together UIC students and exchange visitor scholars to build intercultural awareness and meaningful connections.

📌 Open to all UIC students and exchange visitor scholars
🗓 Apply by Friday, February 6

Learn more and apply through OIS.

Looking for something fun to do this February? 👀

🚗✨ OIS is hosting a group outing to the Chicago Auto Show!
Spend the afternoon exploring the show and connecting with other UIC students.

🗓 Tuesday, February 10
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM

📍 Register in person at the OIS front desk.
Don’t wait, spots are limited.