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My First Week Back On Campus

Time flies. It feels like just yesterday it was spring 2020 when the global pandemic abruptly changed our daily lives and shut down the world. The last time I was on campus, I…

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Joining Fraternity & Sorority Life

Normalcy is finally upon us at the University of Illinois Chicago. We are stepping back into campus classes, activities, and in-person events. Now that we are experiencing regular campus life once again, it…

Weeks of Welcome Event

Weeks of Welcome is Here!

Welcome to a new semester! We are so happy to have everyone back on campus after a year of remote learning. To get back into the groove of things, we’d like to remind…

Staying Healthy During Finals

Staying Healthy: Tips to Managing Stress During Finals Week

As the semester comes to an end, stressing about finals and other projects is almost inevitable. Deadlines keep approaching faster and faster and it seems like time is just running out during finals…

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How to Stay Organized

This year has been difficult and has been stressful for a lot college students. Staying organized is a small step that will make your online college experience more clear and less stressful. Check out these tips.

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Back to the Past: The UIC We Know Today

In 2000, the development of the University of Illinois at Chicago’s south campus began and opened up a variety of opportunities for students at UIC. The James Stukel Towers (JST) opened in 2007…

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Back to the Past: UIC’s Beginnings

The beginning of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is a story filled with ambition, dreams, and hope. With several World War II veterans returning to their homes in Chicago, many of…

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UIC Spotlight: Student Employees

Being a student employee is a great way to gain career experience. Working comes with additional challenges such as scheduling. Two students share their stories with UIClife.

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Volunteering During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Giving back to one’s community is a great way to stay involved and make an impact. UIC Student Leadership and Civic Engagement (SLCE) assists students in getting involved and becoming leaders. Why is…