Events
We host events throughout the year that celebrate global engagement at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The Global Engagement Calendar includes events with a global theme hosted by Global Communications and Illinois International.
Annual Signature Events
Pre-Arrival Orientation
Pre-Arrival Orientation provides new international students with information to help them prepare for their journey to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Topics covered include immigration, housing, immunizations, student health insurance, health and wellness, billing and payments, campus safety, belonging, and academics.
New International Student Experience
International Student and Scholar Services, in partnership with several university units, welcome our newest international students to campus in August through a series of programs and activities including the ISSS Shuttle Service, new student check-in, orientation, and more.
Global Talent Show
The Global Talent Show in September brings together the university’s diverse community to celebrate creativity, culture, and connection through a showcase of international music, dance, poetry, and talent honoring each year’s Illinois Homecoming theme.
International Young Humanitarian Speaker Series
The International Young Humanitarian Speaker Series in November features the most recent recipient of the Charles C. Stewart International Young Humanitarian Award, which recognizes the international service of an Illinois alum whose dedication to the welfare of communities outside of the United States exemplifies the highest ideals of selflessness.
International Education Week
The university celebrates International Education Week each year in November to honor and recognize of the broad impact of global education, cultural exchange, and scholarship uniquely experienced on campus and within our local Champaign-Urbana community.
Travel Around the World
The flagship event of International Education Week in November, Travel Around the World features booths representing countries and cultural backgrounds from around the globe along with live performances, music, food, crafts, photos, games, activities and much more.
Sheth Distinguished International Alumni Lecture
The Sheth Distinguished International Alumni Lecture is given annually in April by the recipient of the Madhuri and Jagdish N. Sheth International Alumni Award for Exceptional Achievement, which recognize international alumni who are highly distinguished in their profession, have made outstanding contributions to society, and exemplify the strength of their Illinois education.
International Achievement Awards Banquet
The International Achievement Awards Banquet honors the recipients of the university’s distinguished International Achievement Awards, which recognize outstanding alumni, faculty, and students whose exceptional work or service has made a significant, global impact. The ceremony occurs in April.
Global Engagement Calendar
Submit an Event via the Illinois International Calendar
We strive to provide a comprehensive list of courses, programs, and/or opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. We welcome and encourage Illinois colleges and units to use our unit calendar to raise awareness of an upcoming event or program.