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Igniting the thoughts and solutions of influential UIC changemakers to inspire and create a better world

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SparkTalks, UIC’s take on faculty lightning talks, will be held following each of the upcoming U of I Board of Trustees meetings in Chicago, and will provide an opportunity for faculty, leaders, and others across campus to learn about the exciting activity happening in every corner of UIC.

Through this exciting new series, SparkTalks, UIC is igniting the thoughts and solutions of influential UIC changemakers to inspire and create a better world, and fostering collaboration and idea exchange among our faculty across all colleges.

2023-24 SparkTalks Dates: Heading link

Each event will consist of of concise 3-minute lightning talks from each of the faculty presenters who will present their work to U of I system and UIC leadership, members of the UIC campus community, and their peers, after which a reception will be held for those in attendance.

Use the links below to learn more about each event!

Thursday, November 16, 2023 | 1:30 – 5:00 p.m. | Student Services Building (SSB)

 

Thursday, February 1, 2024 | 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Student Center East, Illinois Rooms A, B and C

 

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. | Dorin Forum, Meeting Rooms

 

Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. | Dorin Forum, Meeting Rooms