Student Life: Cultural Events and Academic Sessions

Join us and learn more about our social & cultural, academic, and professional events! The Engineering International Student Programs has curated activities and opportunities to grow your social & professional network as well as soft skills.

 
 

Overview

The Engineering International Students Programs offer three different types of events: our monthly International Coffee & Tea Hour, a World Showcase Series (4), and academic workshops & sessions. Each event type has a different focus and is organized to accommodate and welcome all students. Get involved with EISP to connect with other international students on campu, learn about other cultures, and grow your network!

International Coffee & Tea Hour

The Engineering International Student Programs offer social events such as 'International Coffee & Tea Hour' to interact and meet other students (both international and domestic) as well as UIUC faculty & staff.  Join us at our monthly coffee & tea hour and meet new friends. Learn about our upcoming social events here!

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World Showcase Series

EISP represents students from around the world. We want to learn more about you by exploring your country, culture and traditions. The World Showcase highlights a selected country, continent/region, or cultural group with a celebration that displays its customs, traditions, languages, religion, and more. There will be two world showcase series per semester/four a year. The series will be celebrated in the following: a cultural night, religious celebration, cooking demo, etc.

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Academic Workshops & Sessions

EISP aims for our students to feel welcome and succeed in their academic and professional journeys. Our program is developing activities and events to help improve your skills and academic success. Learn more about our upcoming academic workshops and sessions!

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EISP's Event Calendar for 2024-2025

*Events with 'TBA' will be updated very soon with dates and times!

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