Come romanticize your academic grind with us. We’re turning I-House into the ultimate study zone—vibes, snacks, low-key productivity, and other grad students pretending to have their lives together (just like you). Whether you’re deep in your dissertation or just trying to read a single paragraph without checking your phone, you’re welcome here.

Tired of staring at your screen? Hop on a bike and come explore Chicago with fellow grad students—no footnotes required. We’ll cruise through crisp spring air and charming neighborhoods like Humboldt Park and Ukrainian Village, all while pretending we’re in a coming-of-age indie film. Our route takes us along the scenic Lake Shore Trail, so expect good views, better vibes, and a few jokes from your ride buddies. Meet in front of I-House at 12:30 PM. Helmets encouraged. So is joy.

Are you an international graduate student looking to build community? Are you searching for a space to explore cultural experiences with queerness? Come together, make new friends, and enjoy some light eats at International House & LGBTQ Student Life’s Rainbow Passport!

We’re ending the quarter with a book about probability—ironically, no one saw it coming. In Everything is Predictable, Tom Chivers explains Bayes' Theorem: a deceptively simple math idea that helps us detect spam, win bets, diagnose illnesses… and maybe even survive grad school. It’s a probability-powered guide to the universe—minus the pop quizzes and plus a few laughs. Join us to talk math, uncertainty, and why your gut feelings are statistically sketchy. We will read a chapter together during the session and discuss it as a group—no homework, just good conversation. Gut feelings are not required.