WED., JUL 5, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Program for the second book club of Summer Quarter! We will be reading The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

THU., JUL 6, 2023

Join I-House this summer for a hands-on cooking experience, making: mung bean congee & vegetarian summer side dishes.

MON., JUL 10, 2023

Get ready to embrace the summer vibes in style! Slip into your trendiest summer outfit, put on those comfortable sneakers, and get ready to embark on an extraordinary adventure through the captivating North Shore of Chicago.

SAT., JUL 15, 2023

Join us in beautiful Pullman Park for a wide array of local food from more than 20 Chicago food vendors along with music and dancing throughout the day. We will meet at noon and go to the historic Pullman neighborhood via the Metra Electric.

MON., JUL 17, 2023

Join a group of IHouse grad students for a performance of Yemi Alade at Millenium Park.

WED., JUL 19, 2023

Join I-House this summer for a hands-on cooking experience, making: Colombian Arepas

THU., JUL 20, 2023

Drop by for a casual session of speed chess in the park.

SAT., JUL. 22, 2023

Step into the heart of Chicago's rich cultural tapestry with the captivating Chicago 77 Series. Embark on an immersive walking tour as we shine a radiant spotlight on Rogers Park, the pioneer among Chicago's illustrious 77 community areas. This week's neighborhood is Rogers Park, the first of Chicago's 77 community areas. We will walk across Rogers Park, talk and learn about the history of it together.

WED., JUL. 26, 2023

Let's explore Chicago's unique neighborhoods! This time, it's Edgewater!

WED., JUL. 26, 2023

Summer Screenings is Cinema/Chicago’s annual free film series that casts a spotlight on a different country’s national cinema each week all summer.

SUN., JUL 30, 2023

Join us on a trip to one of the country's best European-style flea markets. There, you'll find art, antiques, vintage & indie designer fashion, jewelry, good food, live music, and more!

WED., AUG 2, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Program for the book club. We will be reading The Forty Rules of Love

THU., AUG 3, 2023

Join I-House's Salsa Night and dance the night away at Alhambra Palace!

SAT., AUG 5, 2023

Join I-House's "Show Me Chicago" series this Saturday to experience the vibrant atmosphere of the annual Bronzeville Jazz Festival!

MON., AUG 7, 2023

Join I-House and fellow graduate students for a fun sports day on the Campus South Field!

THU., AUG 10, 2023

Join I-House this summer for a hands-on cooking experience, making: Dengaku & Miso Soup

THU., AUG 10, 2023

Let's bowl!

SAT., AUG. 12, 2023

Join the I-House for a guided tour to Prairie School maestro Frank Lloyd Wright's home & studio and explore his legacy in Oak Park.

WED., AUG. 16, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for the book club. We will be reading Lady Tan's Circle of Women

SAT., AUG. 19, 2023

Join I-House and fellow graduate students kayaking in the Chicago river and enjoy the last bit of summer!

WED., AUG. 30, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for the second to last book club of the summer! We will be reading "The Left Hand of Darkness."

WED., SEP. 13, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for the last book club of the summer! We will be reading "The Eye of the Storm."

WED., OCT. 04, 2023

Let's kick off the new Graduate Commons Program season as we gather to welcome a new academic year. Come together with us at an exhilarating carnival-inspired spectacle, and mingle with other graduate students with drinks, games, and snacks provided.

SUN., OCT. 08, 2023

Let us know if you’re a graduate student running in the Chicago Marathon or if you’d like to join us as we cheer runners on!

THU., OCT. 12, 2023

Do you want to practice or learn a new language? Look no further! Join other graduate students at these informal gatherings as you get a chance to network while developing your language skills! All levels are welcome.

WED., OCT 18, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for the first book club of the quarter! We will be reading "Devil in the White City."

TUE., OCT 24, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Program for a fun Bowling Night at Seven Ten Social!

THU., OCT. 26, 2023

Do you want to practice or learn a new language? Look no further! Join other graduate students at these informal gatherings as you get a chance to network while developing your language skills! All levels are welcome.

FRI., OCT. 27, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Program on our Hyde Park + Campus Walking Tour to explore our favorite spots!

SAT., OCT. 28, 2023

A picturesque stroll in Jackson Park, concluding with a driving range session for learning the basics of golf.

SAT., OCT. 28, 2023

Enjoy the leaves changing with a run (or jog) with Grad Commons! Get to know the I-House Community during our weekly run—all paces are welcome. Following the run, brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant will be provided!

MON., OCT. 30, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Program as we kickoff our first Rainbow Passport meeting of the quarter. Come together, make new friends, and enjoy some food! All are welcome to attend.

TUE., OCT 31, 2023

Spend a happy afternoon studying, snacking and collaborating with fellow UChicago Grad students!

WED., NOV 1, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for the second book club of the quarter! We will be reading "The Time Traveler's Wife."

FRI., NOV 3, 2023

Join us to learn more about the Davis Projects for Peace.

SAT., NOV 4, 2023

Need to run away from mid-term stress? Join us on our weekly run—all paces are welcome. Following the run, brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant will be provided!

We will meet in front of International House before we head off on our run/jog.

SAT., NOV. 04, 2023

Join your grad fellows for an afternoon of disc golf in picturesque Jackson Park!

THU., NOV. 9, 2023

Please join us for this special edition of Language Tables and International Game Night! Participants will be able to play and share games from all over the world, while developing their language skills.

SAT., NOV 11, 2023

Want to run while the weather is still decent and there are still a few leaves left on the trees? Join us on our weekly run—all paces are welcome. Following the run, brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant will be provided!

SAT., NOV 11, 2023

Come explore Chicago through a walking tour of "the Devil in the White City"!

MON., NOV. 13, 2023

Join I-House in celebrating the Festival of Lights! Join us for food, music and more!

TUE., NOV. 14, 2023

 Whether you need to take a deep breath or stretch the stress away, join us for a yoga session at International House.

TUE., NOV. 14, 2023

Are you a queer international student looking to build community? Come together, make new friends, and enjoy some light eats at International House's Rainbow Passport. 

WED., NOV. 15, 2023

Join Grad Commons as we explore the Smart Museum located here on our own beautiful campus!

WED., NOV. 15, 2023

Join us as we come together to celebrate Thanksgiving and reflect on what brings us together! We will have foods from Latin America and The U.S., great company and much more!

THU., NOV. 16, 2023

Join us for the GRAD Book Club where we'll dive into the award-winning novel, Divergent!

SAT., NOV. 18, 2023

Enjoy the last bit of leaves changing with a run (or jog) with Grad Commons! Get to know the I-House Community during our weekly run—all paces are welcome.

MON., NOV. 27, 2023

Are you a queer international student looking to build community? Come together, make new friends, and enjoy some light eats at International House’s Rainbow Passport.

WED., NOV. 29, 2023

Join us for a fun time discussing and sharing our experience reading the award winning novel “Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano!

FRI., DEC. 1, 2023

Join us for The Lion in the Winter at Court Theater, a riveting history play about family, rivalry, and power in Medieval England, by James Goldman and directed by Resident Artist Ron O.J. Parson!

SAT., DEC. 2, 2023

Join us for one of our last runs of the calendar year! Enjoy a jog around Hyde Park as we welcome winter and have a cozy brunch at a local spot after. All paces welcomed! 

SAT., DEC. 2, 2023

Join International House and fellow grad students for this Christmas Lights Tour. Unwind from studying as we walk through the historic Kenwood neighborhood strolling past the homes of Muhammad Ali, the Obamas and more!

MON., DEC 4, 2023

Are you curious about management consulting? Would you like to learn more about transitioning to consulting from academia? Come talk to your peers who recently went through the recruiting cycle and who successfully secured offers from top consulting companies, McKinsey, BCG, and Bain & Company.

TUE., DEC 5, 2023

Fear not the solitude of an afternoon spent in diligent scrawling, for within these walls, every pen stroke resonates with the heartbeat of shared intellectual endeavors! i.e., spend a happy afternoon studying, snacking, and collaborating with fellow UChicago graduate students!

SAT., DEC. 9, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for I-House's Polar Express! Hop on a for a group outing to Chicago's famous winter attractions, including the Christkindlmarket at Daley Place and Winter Fireworks at Navy Pier.

MON., DEC. 11, 2023

Join the Graduate Commons Programs for a group tour of the Lincoln Park Zoo Lights.

THU., DEC. 14, 2023

Join International House on a group tour to see Garfield Conservatory's Winter Flower Show ‘Celebrating Silver.'

FRI., DEC. 15, 2023

Join International House for an evening of Christmas magic with the Nutcracker ballet at the beautiful Lyric Opera of Chicago!

SAT., DEC. 16, 2023

Please join us for fun skating on the Midway Ice-Skating Rink with free lessons included!

SUN., DEC. 17, 2023

Join International House as we embrace the Christmas spirit and visit the four-story Christmas tree at the Museum of Science & Industry!

SAT., JAN. 6, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for our first run (or jog) of this Winter Quarter. All paces are welcome!

MON., JAN. 8, 2024

Are you a queer international student looking to build community? Come together, make new friends, and enjoy some light eats at International House’s Rainbow Passport.

TUE., JAN. 9, 2024

Join other graduate students for "Winter Grad Mixer" to celebrate the beginning of the new year and winter quarter with food, drinks, music, and social networking.

WED., JAN. 10, 2024

Join us for the first Book Club of Winter Quarter as we discuss Gilead by Marilynne Robinson.

SAT., JAN. 13, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for our first run (or jog) of this Winter Quarter. All paces are welcome!

THU., JAN. 18, 2024

Join us for an exciting and energetic salsa class!

SAT., JAN. 20, 2023

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for a run (or jog) this weekend, and hang out with friends! All paces are welcome

SAT., JAN. 21, 2024

Put your best gloves on and brave through the Chicago winter to join us for an afternoon of arguably the best winter sport: ice-skating. We'll meet in front of the International House and walk over to the Midway Plaisance ice-skating rink where we will rent our ice-skates and get on the ice! All ability levels welcome!

TUE., JAN. 23, 2024

Join International House for a cozy and creative afternoon of crocheting, where you can unwind, learn new stitches, and make beautiful crafts together!

TUE., JAN. 23, 2024

Calling queer international students looking to build community and explore cultural 
experiences with queerness! Join us for a light dinner and conversation surrounding how dating culture varies in different countries. All are welcome, allies and folks in the process of coming to terms with their sexual orientation and/or gender/identity.

WED., JAN. 24, 2024

Looking to cozy up with a good book? Join us for Book Club as we discuss Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn. This New York Times Best Seller is a crime thriller filled with suspense and plot twists as you uncover whether Nick Dune is really responsible for his wife's disappearance. 

SAT., JAN. 27, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for our first run (or jog) of this Winter Quarter. All paces are welcome!

SAT., JAN. 27, 2024

Join us for an afternoon of arguably the best winter sport: ice-skating. All ability levels welcome!

MON., JAN. 29, 2024

Join us for this special edition of Language Tables and International Game Night! Participants will be able to play and share games from all over the world, while developing their language skills.

TUE., JAN. 30, 2024

With midterms ramping up, spend a happy afternoon studying, snacking, and collaborating with fellow UChicago graduate students!

THU., FEB. 1, 2024

Join us for an exciting and energetic salsa class!

SAT., FEB. 3, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for a run (or jog) this weekend, and hang out with friends! All paces are welcome.

SUN., FEB. 4, 2024

Join us for an afternoon of arguably the best winter sport: ice-skating. All ability levels welcome!

MON., FEB. 5, 2024

Calling queer international students looking to build community and explore cultural experiences with queerness! Join us for a light dinner and conversation exploring what suits us best: monogamy and polyamory. All are welcome, allies and folks in the process of coming to terms with their sexual orientation and/or gender/identity.

THU., FEB. 8, 2024

Looking to cozy up with a good book? Join us for this special Black History Month edition. We will be reading "Native Son" by Richard Wright.

SAT., FEB. 10, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for a run (or jog) this weekend, and hang out with friends! All paces are welcome.

SAT., FEB. 10, 2024

Join our tour of Picasso: Drawing from Life at the Art Institute!
Meeting in front of International House

SUN., FEB. 11, 2024

Join us for an afternoon of arguably the best winter sport: ice-skating. All ability levels welcome!

WED., FEB. 14, 2024

Come join us at International House for our Valentine's Day Super Mixer, a fun night with music, games, food, and drinks. Why's it called a Super Mixer??? You'll have to attend to find out!

MON., FEB. 19, 2024

International House and Latin American Matter invite you to celebrate Carnaval! Join the festivities and immerse yourself in cultural richness and unbridled joy as we get together with music, dancing, food, and more.

TUE., FEB. 20, 2024

Calling queer international students looking to build community and explore cultural experiences with queerness! Join us for a light dinner and conversation exploring what suits us best: monogamy and polyamory. All are welcome, allies and folks in the process of coming to terms with their sexual orientation and/or gender/identity.

THU., FEB. 8, 2024

Join us for our last book club of winter quarter for William Maxwell's So Long, See You Tomorrow!

THU., FEB. 22, 2024

Join us for an exciting and energetic salsa class!

SAT., FEB. 24, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for a run (or jog) this weekend, and hang out with friends! All paces are welcome.

SAT., FEB. 25, 2024

As part of our Black History Month programming, join us for a tour of the DuSable Black History Museum to learn more about African American art, history, and culture.

WED., FEB. 28, 2024

Join International House and get crafty with some macrame arts and embroidery!

FRI., MAR. 1, 2024

Join your fellow grad students for an afternoon of disc golf! Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Jackson Park and learn how to play disc golf along the way.

SAT., MAR. 2, 2024

What better way to stay warm than with a run followed by brunch at a Hyde Park restaurant? Join us for our last run (or jog) of the quarter this weekend, and hang out with friends! All paces are welcome. 

MON., MAR. 4, 2024

Come experience Frank Lloyd Wright's vivid architecture from our own backyard! Join us for a fun and interactive tour of the Frederick C. Robie House, one of Wright's famous buildings.

MON., MAR. 18, 2024

Join us for our first Rainbow Passport event of Spring Quarter. During this session, we will discuss and challenge traditional femininity and masculinity.

FRI., MAR. 22, 2024

Enjoy an exclusive tour of the Rockefeller Chapel by our own International House Graduate Fellow, Kevin Chang!

SAT., MAR. 23, 2024

Whether you're a beginner or a big-time mega-marathoner, come run. Run from your homework. Run from your deadlines. Come run for fun!

WED., MAR. 27, 2024

Join the International House Graduate Commons Program for a captivating and interactive gathering designed to offer attendees an insightful journey into the world of mysticism and connection.

SAT., MAR. 30, 2024

Whether you're a beginner or a big-time mega-marathoner, come run. Run from your homework. Run from your deadlines. Come run for fun!

MON., APR. 1, 2024
Join us for Rainbow Passport! During this session, we will discuss and challenge traditional femininity and masculinity.

MON., APR. 1, 2024

Join us for a night at the Opera! Come watch AIDA at the Lyric Opera House of Chicago.

TUE., APR. 2, 2024

Join us for the first book club of the spring at International House! We'll be discussing the captivating novel My Name is Red by Orhan Pamuk.

WED., APR. 10, 2024

Join International House for a fun night of language exchange and games from all over the world! Participants will be able to play and share games and culture while developing their language skills.

THURS., APR. 11, 2024

Join fellow grad students at International House for an evening of food, drinks, and great company as we celebrate our vibrant community! All are welcome!

FRI., APR. 12, 2024

Join the Grad Commons Programs for a fun day of Bouldering at First Ascent Block 37!

WED., APR. 24, 2024

Join the Booth School of Business and International House for an evening celebrating our global community. GBC and International House are excited to bring you Global Village! We will celebrate our rich cultural diversity and engage with peers from other UChicago graduate programs. Showcasing culture through food, drinks, music, and more, it will be a night to remember!

SAT., APR. 27, 2024

Enjoy spring with us at the Spring Flower Show at Garfield Park Conservatory. A stunning display of colorful blooms!

SAT., APR. 27, 2024

Whether you're a beginner or a big-time mega-marathoner, come run. Run from your homework. Run from your deadlines. Come run for fun!

THU., MAY. 2, 2024

Join us for the last book club of Spring Quarter, where we will discuss the captivating novel, A Man Called Ove!

SUN., MAY 5, 2024

Join us for the Cinco de Mayo Bike Tour! We will kick off from International House at 10:30 AM and pedal our way through vibrant streets to Pilsen, where you'll catch the lively parade in all its colorful glory.

MON., MAY 6, 2024

Join us for Rainbow Passport! During this session, we will reflect on our lived realities as LGBTQ students at UChicago.

SAT., MAY 11, 2024

Join us for an immersive exploration of world-class art at the Art Institute of Chicago, presented as part of our Show Me Chicago series!

THU., MAY 23, 2024

Join fellow graduate students at International House for the last Salsa Night of the year! Come dance the academic year away!

SAT., MAY 25, 2024

Join fellow graduate students at International House for a fun day of Bouldering! No experience necessary and gear will be provided!

SAT., JUN. 4, 2024

Join your fellow grad students for an afternoon of disc golf!

FRI., JUN. 14, 2024

Join the grad commons programs as we dance at a different venue all summer!

SUN., JUN. 16, 2024

Join I-House's Show Me Chicago Series for an exciting bike trip to "Sundays on State!"

WED., JUN. 19, 2024

Join International House's long-standıng Show Me Chıcago Series as we visit the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for the 2024 Juneteenth Performances!

SAT., JUN. 22, 2024

Join us in witnessing the 2024 Dragon Boat Race for Literacy at Ping Tom Memorial Park! Experience cultural dance performances, music, and more.

SUN., JUN. 23, 2024

Join your fellow graduate students for the 58th annual Bells of Summer concert series! Bring a picnic and blanket or chairs, and enjoy the beautiful sound of bells at Rockefeller Chapel, played by virtuoso carillonists from around the world!

SUN., JUN. 23, 2024

Join I-House's long-standing Show Me Chicago series as we dance the night away at Chicago Empanada Mama. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms with a free bachata class at 7:30PM.

TUES., JUN. 25, 2024

Unwind and bask in the gentle twilight breeze in the North Garden, an idyllic respite for a light dinner, games, and light-hearted conversations.

WED., JUN. 26, 2024

Join the grad commons programs as we embark on a journey through the cosmos! We will watch the Navy Pier fireworks afterward!

THURS., JUN. 27, 2024

Join fellow graduate students for the first crafternoon of the summer! Bring your current projects or learn how to crochet. All are welcome!

FRI., JUN. 28, 2024

Join fellow graduate students as we dance the night away at Takito Street! Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of modern bachata with a free class at 9:30PM.