Resources I Love
"In the Illinois Scholars Program, Dulf impressed me with his commitment to public policy and community relations, his excellent research skills, and his capacities for leadership and innovation."
- Dr. Carolyn Wisniewski, Writers Workshop Director
The University of Illinois is abundant with resources and hidden gems, and I've compiled a list below of some of my favorites along with my close contacts for each. Feel free to reach out!
Also, free and affordable weekly food deals!
Monday
Murphy's: Murphy's Monday Enjoy half-price burgers from 5-9:30 pm.
Women's Resources Center: Join Dish It Upevery 2nd and 4th Monday at noon for engaging discussions on gender and social identities, accompanied by a free lunch.
Tuesday
Asian American Cultural Center: A weekly Lunch-on-Us discussion series on issues relevant to the Asian American community, covering topics like nutrition, mental health, and media representation.
Brother's Bar and Grill: Bingo Night with $3 cheeseburgers from 4-10 pm (dine-in only).
Wednesday
Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center: Join us every Wednesday from 12-1pm at BNAACC for a lunch discussion on topics relevant to the African Diaspora and allies.
iCU Intercultural Dialogue Series: Features stories by international and domestic students, fostering meaningful interactions between them, with events funded by the Student Cultural Programming Fee and held Wednesdays from 5:30–7:00 pm at the Asian American Cultural Center/International Education, 1210 West Nevada Street.
Illini Inn: It’s Wing Wednesday at Illini Inn—enjoy 50% off boneless wings! 🍗💥
Thursday
La Casa: La Casa hosts a lunch with interactive presentations on-campus resources, health, college life, and community connections as part of the Lunch on Us series.
Native American House: Dinner on Us features a meal and workshops led by scholars and practitioners, focusing on Indigenous perspectives and campus resources.
Friday
Friday Forum + Conversation Café: A weekly forum at the University YMCA to discuss public issues over a free lunch, in partnership with Diversity & Social Justice Education since 2021.
