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  • Kaplan Institute Hosting Hult Prize Regional Competition

    Kaplan Institute Hosting Hult Prize Regional Competition

    The Hult Prize is the world’s largest student startup competition, challenging university teams to build for-profit ventures that advance at least one United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). Each year, student entrepreneurs from across the globe develop bold, scalable solutions to pressing social and environmental challenges—with the chance to compete for $1 million in seed funding to bring their ideas to life. This year, Kaplan Institute will host a Hult Prize Regional Competition, bringing together five of the top student teams to pitch their ventures in front of judges, mentors, and fellow innovators. Applications close on February 15.

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  • 7th IFSH High-Throughput Sequencing Symposium

    7th IFSH High-Throughput Sequencing Symposium

    Join the Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) for its 7th High-Throughput Sequenting (HTS) Symposium, presenting the perspectives from Governmental Agencies, Biotech Companies, Academia, Food Industry on the new developments and technology in its use in food safety systems. This event is held in Chicago Southwest Marriott Hotel at Burr Ridge (1200 Burr Ridge Parkway, Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527) on May 19–20.

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  • Spring 2026 ChBE Seminar by Dmitri V. Talapin: “Advancing Material Frontiers at the Intersection of Solid-State and Molecular Chemistry”

    Spring 2026 ChBE Seminar by Dmitri V. Talapin: “Advancing Material Frontiers at the Intersection of Solid-State and Molecular Chemistry”

    Join the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering for a lecture by Professor Dmitri V. Talapin, of the Department of Chemistry at the University of Chicago, at 3:15–4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4. The talk, titled "Advancing Material Frontiers at the Intersection of Solid-State and Molecular Chemistry," will be held in the Perlstein Hall Auditorium, room 131.

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  • Join Us for SPEAK: Conversation Group!

    Join Us for SPEAK: Conversation Group!

    Are you looking for ways to meet new people, practice your communication skills, learn about different cultures, and enjoy free pizza? Join us for our weekly SPEAK: Conversation Group meetings every Thursday, 12:50-1:40 p.m. (Galvin Tower, 6th floor lunch area).

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  • MMAE 2026 Poster Competition — New Day!

    MMAE 2026 Poster Competition — New Day!

    All MMAE undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. students are invited to participate in a research poster competition hosted by the Department of Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering on Friday, April 17, from 12:30–3:30 p.m. in Perlstein Hall’s south lobby. Electronic entry forms and supervisor’s approvals must be emailed by noon on Monday, March 23.

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  • Workshop at Kaplan Institute: The Core Components of Launching a Venture

    Workshop at Kaplan Institute: The Core Components of Launching a Venture

    The Core Components of Launching a Venture is a 90-minute interactive workshop that gives Illinois Tech students a hands-on, practical introduction to entrepreneurship. This event will be held at the Kaplan Institute on Wednesday, February 4, at 12:30–2 p.m.

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  • Chemistry Lecture by Natasha Banke: “What’s This? Common Questions and How to Solve Them”

    Chemistry Lecture by Natasha Banke: “What’s This? Common Questions and How to Solve Them”

    Please join the Department of Chemistry in Pritzker Science Center, room 111, at 11:25 a.m. – 12:40 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, for a lecture by Dr. Natasha Banke titled "What's This? Common Questions and How to Solve Them."

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  • Students, Faculty and Staff — Your Help Is Needed!

    Students, Faculty and Staff — Your Help Is Needed!

    The Strategic Planning Community Engagement Committee needs three minutes of your time! Your voice is needed to help direct community engagement between the university and the internal and external communities it serves. Please complete this very short survey and share your expertise. The survey will remain open for seven days. It is completely anonymous.

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  • Kaplan Institute Accepting IPRO Course Proposals for 2026–27 Academic Year

    Kaplan Institute Accepting IPRO Course Proposals for 2026–27 Academic Year

    The Kaplan Institute is now accepting Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) Program course proposals for the 2026–27 academic year (Fall 2026–Spring 2027). IPRO courses emphasize experiential, interdisciplinary learning and career readiness. Proposals are due Monday, February 16.

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  • Career Fair Confidence: A Mock Career Fair with Alumni

    Career Fair Confidence: A Mock Career Fair with Alumni

    Get ready for the big day with our Mock Career Fair! Practice your elevator pitch, talk one-on-one with alumni acting as employers, and get real-time feedback in a low-pressure setting. It’s the perfect way to build confidence and sharpen your skills before the real career fair. Register to attend Tuesday, February 10, from 5–7 p.m. in the MTCC Ballroom.

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