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2026 Ramadan Meal Plan 

Any student observing Ramadan without a meal plan can participate in the Ramadan Meal Plan on the Evanston Campus. To participate, please . Details about meal options, locations, and hours of operation can be found on the . Please email Â鶹´«Ã½ Dining with any questions.

RSVP for Winter Wellness ReTreat Yourself

January 30, 3:00-6:30 PM, Parkes Hall

Escape the winter grind and refresh your mind, body, and spirit! Join us in Parkes Hall for workshops, crafts, mocktails, and snacks. Wrap up with dinner and an ecstatic dance party! Score raffle tickets for cozy prizes like self-care baskets and blankets. Warm up, chill out, and ReTreat Yourself! !

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Preparing for Tax Season

January 29, 6:00-7:00 PM, Virtual

Learn tips to prepare for tax season, including key terms, important dates, and forms. Learn about life events that can impact your income tax burden and behavioral science tips to avoid procrastination, prepare ahead of time, and feel organized and confident. Sign up here!

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Vocation of Student: A Sheil Catholic Center Seminar

January 29, 6:15-7:45 PM, 2110 Sheridan Road, Sheil Catholic Center at Â鶹´«Ã½

What does it mean to be a Catholic student at a secular university? How do our relationships, our studies, our leisure change if we think about student life as a call from God? How can we incorporate the Catholic vision of sacramentality into everything we do? .

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Group Fitness Studio Crawl

January 30, 5:00 PM, Henry Crown Sports Pavilion

Rotate through three incredible classes, each packed with a unique fitness focus: strength, cardio, and recovery. You'll power through 20 minutes of high-energy movement in each - you'll feel unstoppable! !

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Winter Wellness ReTreat Yourself

January 30, 3:30-6:00 PM, Parkes Hall

Escape the winter grind and refresh your mind, body, and spirit! Join us in Parkes Hall for workshops, crafts, mocktails, and snacks. Wrap up with dinner and an ecstatic dance party! Score raffle tickets for cozy prizes like self-care baskets and blankets. Warm up, chill out, and ReTreat Yourself! !

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Busy Student Retreat

Starts February 1, Sheil Catholic Center

Students, take time to renew your spirit! lets you stay on campus and continue your studies and activities while learning to integrate prayer into your daily life. We gather as a group at the start and conclusion and in between you commit each day to spend a half hour in prayer and a half hour meeting with a spiritual companion. Free!

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The Salon: When Mindfulness Meets Politics

February 4, 4:00-5:15 PM, Dittmar Gallery

, an emerging community space at Â鶹´«Ã½ for students, staff, and faculty to gather around contemplative practice and holistic wellness. We’ll explore When Mindfulness Meets Politics: how practices like mindfulness intersect with justice, identity, and care for one another. All are welcome. Snacks provided!

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Mole-Making Workshop with Chef Ernesto

February 11, 6:00-8:00 PM, Shephard Hall

Please join MSA and Alianza as we host Chef Ernesto Rodriguez who will be guiding us in learning how to make mole as a cultural dish! Students will receive a full dinner. !

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Wildcats in Recovery

6:00-7:00 PM, Norris, Evans Room

The Center for Student Advocacy and Wellness (CSAW) presents "Wildcats in Recovery" - a Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) that supports students in recovery from substance use disorders, process addictions, and eating disorders. We aim to bring students together and provide them with the necessary resources to excel here at Â鶹´«Ã½! !

Opening Reception: Dancing in the Rain Exhibition

 January 29, 6:00 PM

Join us for the exhibition opening reception for Dancing in the Rain, artworks by Kare Williams, in Dittmar Gallery on Thursday, January 29 at 6:00pm. Exhibition will be on view January 29 - March 4, 2026.

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Chicago History Museum Field Trip

January 31, 10:30 AM-3:00 PM, Chicago History Museum

Join south area faculty in residence Dr. Myrna García and the Multicultural Student Association for a trip to the Chicago History Museum on Saturday January 31st! Transportation to and from the venue and food will be provided. !

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Distinguished Panel - AI & The Future of News

February 2, 12:00-1:30 PM, Ruan Conference Room, Chambers Hall

In-person Distinguished Panel event featuring Emily Withrow (NY Times), Jeremy Gilbert, and Nick Diakopoulos, moderated by Larry Birnbaum. AI is dramatically altering not only the way news is reported but also how audiences encounter and consume information. !

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Distinguished Panel - GenAI for Molecules & Materials

February 5, 12:00-1:30 PM, Ruan Conference Room, Chambers Hall

In-person Distinguished Panel event featuring Julius Lucks, Chris Wolverton, moderated by Chris Schuh to learn how AI is reshaping the synthesis of materials, molecules, and drugs. !

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Caucasian Chalk Circle

Shows through February 5-7 (7:30-10:00 PM),  February 8 (2:00-4:30 PM), Josephine Louis Theater, 20 Arts Circle Drive

Written at the close of World War II, Brecht’s masterpiece explores the impact of war on ordinary people who find their humanity amidst a chaos they did not invite. This play with music focuses on storytelling and performance with basic production elements. !

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How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

Shows through February 20-22 (7:30 PM, 2 PM showtimes), Ethel M. Barber Theater, 30 Arts Circle Drive

Big business means big laughs in this riotous romp through the corporate world that took Broadway by storm. The story follows the meteoric rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, an ambitious window washer who stumbles upon a book titled How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. !

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Engage Chicago is an immersive 8-week summer program that combines hands-on internships with community exploration and opportunities to live in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. You’ll gain real-world experience, build professional networks, and broaden your understanding of the social issues shaping Chicago, all while making an impact.

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CSAW Recruiting Red Watch Band Program Facilitators

February 21, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM, Searle Hall

Red Watch Band (RWB) bystander intervention training provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and intervene effectively in an alcohol-related medical emergency. Join CSAW for the RWB student facilitator training on Saturday, February 21st, from 9am to 3:30pm at Searle Hall, room 3.220. Food provided!

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Red Watch Band Alcohol Bystander Intervention Trainings

February 24, 5:30-7:00 PM, Searle Hall, 3rd floor, 3.220

This training will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, prevent and intervene effectively in an alcohol-related medical emergency. You’ll also learn about how alcohol affects our physiology and behavior, signs and symptoms of alcohol poisoning and the truth behind common alcohol-related myths. !

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CSAW's Opioid Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training

 This one-hour training is for students who are interested in being trained to administer Narcan (naloxone). Attendees will learn how to recognize signs of an opioid overdose, identify when it is appropriate to use Narcan, learn how to administer Narcan to an individual they believe is experiencing an overdose, and identify additional emergency steps to take. All attendees will receive a two-pack of Narcan upon completion of the training. 

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Launch a Career in Social Change with NUPIP

February 1

Apply now for the Â鶹´«Ã½ Public Interest Program (NUPIP), a year-long paid fellowship placing recent graduates in Chicago-area nonprofits and public interest organizations. Fellows gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development while making an impact in the community. !

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Insider's Guide to Success in STEM & Quantitative Courses

February 3, 5:00-6:00 PM, Tech (Register to get a specific room)

Hear from friendly faculty and experienced students about key practices for success in STEM and quantitatively oriented courses at Â鶹´«Ã½. Bring your questions. Snacks provided! On Tuesday, Feb. 3rd, 5pm-6pm in Tech. Faculty panelists: Dr. Jenni Brace, Biological Sciences; Dr. Veronica Berns, Chemistry; Dr. Jonas Jin, Economics

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ASLA Peer Leader Info Session #3

February 12, 2:30-3:00 PM, Zoom

Interested in becoming a tutor around campus? Want to take a leadership position and help your fellow students succeed at Â鶹´«Ã½? in the programs will be there to talk about the position and answer your questions about our programs and how you can become a peer leader!

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Showcase Your Computational Research to Win up to $3,000 in Conference Funds

Â鶹´«Ã½ IT invites all students to participate in the Computation and Data Exchange () symposium on April 21. or highlighting your research for a chance to win prizes, including $3,000 for a conference of your choice. Submissions are due January 30. .

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Winter Research Computing and Data Services Workshops – Register today!

Acquire new coding skills, upgrade your existing skill set, and learn how to maximize your research efforts at one of Â鶹´«Ã½ IT Research Computing and Data Services’ winter sessions. Choose from a variety of workshops, either virtually or in person (Chicago), including AI for Research, Next Steps in Python, Data Management, Data Science, Statistics, and Visualization. ! 

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Drop-In Peer Tutoring

Come see the ASLA Peer Tutors for free help with variety of courses! You can find them Sunday through Thursday. Subjects Covered: Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Economics, Engineering Analysis, Math, Physics, and Statistics.

Check out the ASLA website for specific courses, dates, and times!

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