Students, staff, and faculty are invited to the 2026 University Partner Fest (UPF)—a day of free activities and programs at the Art Institute of Chicago—from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Simply show your Illinois Tech ID at a University Partner Fest Welcome table, located in either lobby, to receive a free ticket and event program.

The program will include:

• Art talks led by college and university students
• A museum careers panel
• Gallery activations led by University Partner faculty
• Art-making activities
• An exclusive reception for all guests featuring museum staff and intern alumni
• Information about internship and job opportunities

Learn more at artic.edu/upf.