Welcome to the Illini Union
The Illini Union is the student union for the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Since 1941, it has been the campus's home for student organizations, meetings, student programs and activities, and more.
Today, the Illini Union houses study spaces, restaurant and retail options, a rec room, a hotel, and campus organizations that promote student success--such as the Parent and Family Programs office, the Student Org Complex, and the McKinley Health Resource Center, to name a few.
Comprised of 11 different planning committees, the Illini Union Board is the campus event-planning board with hundreds of weekly events, ranging from comedy shows, movie nights, and trivia, to special appearances and even the annual outdoor concert on the Quad – Spring Jam.
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It's Time for Showcase Week!
Join us for the 2026 Fall Showcase Week! From August 18-30, the Illini Union is showcasing some of our favorite events, as well as new ones that happen #AtTheUnion! Celebrate the start of the Fall 2026 with fun activities and events welcoming all students back to campus.
Illini Union Events Calendar
Professional Portrait Lab
The Illini Union and The Career Center are happy to provide all U. of I. students a FREE professional headshot. Click below for complete details, hours, and dates.
Summer Movies on the Quad
Every Thursday during the summer, starting at 8:30 pm, enjoy a FREE outdoor movie on the Quad, courtesy of Illini Union Board. Bring your friends and watch the movies under the stars.
Happenings at the Union
The Illini Union has several ongoing projects taking place over the next few years. We will provide periodic updates for those projects to keep you apprised of what is happening.
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CampusWell
Explore wellness resources on CampusWell, an interdepartmental website that provides informative articles and videos about all things wellness!