Tastes of Culture (TOC)
Find us at various campus events and weekend programs hosted by International Education. Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities.
Fall 2024
Welcome Events
August 29
AACC/IE Joint Open House (Thursday, 4-6pm)
September 17
We're All In" Festival (Tuesday, 6-7:30pm @ Orchard Downs Community Center)
Tastes of Culture in the Orange Room (Main Library)
Date: One Monday per month
- September 9
- October 7
- November 4
- December 9
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Location: 1408 W. Gregory Dr, Champaign IL
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Sponsored by International Education and the University Library.
Homecoming Events
September 10
Homecoming International Day Lunch Celebration (Tuesday, 11am-1pm @ The University Y)
September 10
Homecoming Global Talent Show and Dinner (Tuesday, 6-8 pm @ The University Y)
September 11
International Education 10th Anniversary Celebration (Wed, 10am-4pm @ The University Y)
September 12
International Education 10th Anniversary – Alum and Students (Thursday, Time/Location: TBA)
Past Tastes of Culture Programs
Summer 2024
Tastes of Culture at the Intensive Language Instruction Program (ILIP)
Dates: M-W May 13, 14, 15, and M-W May 20, 21, 22
Times: 12:00-1:00pm & 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Literatures, Cultures & Linguistics Building, 707 S. Mathews Ave. Urbana, IL 61801
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Sponsored by International Education and the Intensive Language Instruction Program.
Spring 2024
Tastes of Culture in the Orange Room (Main Library)
Dates: Every 3rd Thursday (January 18, February 15, March 21 & April 18)
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Location: 1408 W. Gregory Dr, Champaign IL
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Sponsored by International Education and the University Library.
Fall 2023
August 29 @ PAR
6:00-7:00pm (PAR Multipurpose Room 117)
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities and learn more about our GLOBE program. Sponsored by International Education and the University Housing.
September 12 @ Orchard Downs Community Center
6:00 - 7:00pm. (510 George Huff Ct. Urbana) Part of the We Belong Festival. Come see us and enjoy Walking Tacos, Bingo and fun and games for the entire family! Sponsored by International Education and University Housing/Family & Graduate Housing.
September 18 @ the Orange Room in the Main Library
12:00-3:00pm. Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Sponsored by International Education and the University Library.
September 24: Tailgate @ Illini Women's Soccer Game
11:30a-1:00pm. Before the Illini Women's Soccer team takes on Michigan, IE will be outside the stadium "tailgating," where we will have snacks and drinks as part of hispanic heritage month, and some soccer balls and fun games to enjoy. At 1pm we will go into the stadium and cheer on the team! There is no cost to attend the tailgate or game and all are welcome. Paid for by the Student Cultural Programming Fee.
A map of the area can be found at this link. We will be located in the "Spectator Grass Parking" area next to the training field.
October 5 @ College Of Law "Peer's Pub"
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities, and make friendship bracelets! Sponsored by International Education and the College of Law. Paid for by the Student Cultural Programming Fee.
November 14 @ the Grad College
1:00-2:30pm (507 East Green Street, room 105, Champaign) Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Sponsored by International Education and the Grad College. Paid for by the Student Cultural Programming Fee.
November 28 @ College Of Law "Just Breath Breaks"
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Sponsored by International Education and the College of Law. Paid for by the Student Cultural Programming Fee.
December 7 Build-a-Book on Reading Day @ ISR
Enjoy some international snacks and drinks with cross-cultural learning activities. Build a book choosing one of two simple methods, the chain stitch or "western style 5-hole pamphlet." and decorate it to make it unique to you! Sponsored by International Education and the Residence Hall Libraries. Paid for by the Student Cultural Programming Fee.
ISR 12:00-2:00pm