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As the largest university in the Chicago area, as well as one of the most diverse, attending UIC means you'll meet, work with and learn from a mixture of unique individuals.

The Chicago Sustainable Manufacturing Center founded by UIC alum

John Edel has turned a former meatpacking plant into an indoor farm. Once completed, the building will devote its space to raising fish and growing leafy greens such as lettuce, kale and basil.
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UIC to host World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates

"I cannot overstate the significance and honor we share" said Chancellor Paula Allen-Meares after Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the event marking the first time the summit has been held in North America.
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Benefit from an education in a world-class city

With 226,500 businesses, 124 corporate headquarters, and 29 Fortune 500 companies in Chicago, you won't find a better place to start your career.

Pushing the limits in microscopic research

UIC's new scanning electron transmission microscope—the only in the United States or Europe—advances science and research by providing sharpness, spatial separation and color correction in its atomic-level views. Photo by UIC Photo Services.
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  • MON January 30

    GIVE in January - MLK Day of Service

    Come and G.I.V.E. (Get Involved in Volunteer Experience!) some time in January! See below for the details and sign up at www.uicvolunteer.org! What: City Year will be celebrating Dr. King's birthday ...

  • MON January 30

    Lunch & Relax!

    Bring your lunch and/ or friends to the Lounge Underground from 11:30 pm to 1:00 pm Monday through Thursday. The Lounge Underground consists of armchairs and sofas to rest and recharge, snack, or ...

  • MON January 30

    Polish Conversation Club

    Come join the Polish Conversation Club! Have a tea or coffee, practice the language, make friends! ...

 
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