Dinner Reception and Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony

Thursday, May 18
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Assembly Hall

Separate ticket required. This event is open exclusively to International House alumni, staff, and 2022-2023 Graduate Fellows and Interns. Must be 21 or older to attend; government-issued ID required for entry.

Registration at https://i-house-2023-candlelighting.eventbrite.com.

Join us as we celebrate 90 years of I-House with the theme Welcoming the World, Championing Diversity. International House alumni, staff, and current graduate student fellows are invited to close the 2022–23 academic year with a special dinner reception and our annual candle-lighting ceremony. Typically held in conjunction with Sunday Supper, the ceremony brings together our community and symbolizes sharing experiences and knowledge with friends from many parts of the world. This candle-lighting ceremony will be held in honor of our 90th year dedicated to programming that promotes international friendship and cultural exchange.

Persons with disabilities who may need assistance should contact International House in advance of the program at (773) 753-2274 or email at i-house-programs@uchicago.edu.

Please use the door on Dorchester Avenue to enter the Assembly Hall.

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