"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!
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Monday
Murphy's: Murphy's Monday Enjoy half-price burgers from 5-9:30 pm.
Women's Resources Center (FREE): Join Dish It Upevery 2nd and 4th Monday at noon for engaging discussions on gender and social identities, accompanied by a free lunch.
Jubilee Cafe CUCC (FREE): Free meals every Monday 5-6:30 PM
Tuesday
Asian American Cultural Center (FREE): A weekly 12 PM Lunch-on-Us discussion series on issues relevant to the Asian American community, covering topics like nutrition, mental health, and media representation.
Native American House (FREE): 5 PM Dinner on Us features a meal and workshops led by scholars and practitioners, focusing on Indigenous perspectives and campus resources.
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 (FREE): 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 (FREE): 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.
Friday
Friday Forum + Conversation Café (FREE): A weekly forum at the University YMCA to discuss public issues over a free lunch, in partnership with Diversity & Social Justice Education since 2021.