Break Programs
Break Programs
2019 Summer Break Programs May-August
Monday Munch 4:30-5:30pm
Friday Fun 5-6 pm
Cosponsored by OIIR - International Education and ISSS
May 13 Cook to Impress
May 17 Arts and Culture in Your Local Community
May 20 Smoothies!
May 24 Karaoke
May 27 Holiday No Session
May 31 Dragon Boat Festival
June 3 Halo-halo
June 7 Dance with LaTosha
June 10 No-Bake Snacks
June 14 Flag Day Trivia
Overnight Trip to St. Louis and Six Flags, June 15-16
Discover American’s rich heritage and celebrate summer at one of the America’s favorite theme parks – Six Flags. Transportation, accommodations, admissions and some meals will be provided free of charge! RSVP required. Co-sponsored by ISSS and OIIR-IE.
June 17 Meal Prep Demo
June 21 Yoga
June 24 Ice Cream Social
June 28 Travel Stories
July 1 Peruvian Causa Rellena
July 5 No Session (Join Champaign 4th of July Fireworks - https://www.july4th.net/evening-program)
July 8 Wild Rice and Fresh Berry Salad at NAH
July 12 Canvas Painting
July 15 Japanese Mochi
July 19 Brazilian Hot Dog
July 22 Indian Sev Puri
July 26 Pie/Cheesecake Samplers
July 29 Sheet Pan Meal
August 2 No Session (Join International Night, under the ISSS & Visit Champaign County tent with complimentary food & non-alcoholic drinks @ 6m)
2019 Spring Break Programs - International Movie Week
March 18: Indian Monday Featuring Dangal
WHM Film Series & Discussion: The Big Sick
2018 Fall Break Programs
4th Annual Cooking with Chefs @PAR
Monday, November 19, 8am-2pm
906 W. College Ct., Urbana
Sponsored by OIIR-IE and University Dining Services
Fall Break Sports and Friendship @CRCE
Tuesday, November 20, 11am-2pm
1102 West Gregory Drive, Urbana
Sponsored by OIIR-IE, Campus Rec, and ISSS
Springfield Field Trip
Wednesday, November 21, 8am-4:30pm
Springfield, IL
Sponsored by OIIR-IE and ISSS
2018 Summer Break Programs
Game Night @AACC
Friday, June 15, 5-7pm
1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
Come and join us for a fun game night, meet new people while playing your favorite board and card games, and outside activities. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
Hakka Style Mochi (Mua Ji) 101
Friday, June 22, 5-6:30pm
1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
Come join TSA to learn how to make one of the most beloved snacks in Taiwan - mochi, and learn about its history and Taiwanese culture.
Splash with Friends @CRCE
Friday, June 29, 4-6 pm
Aquatic Center, Campus Recreation Center East
1102 West Gregory Drive | Urbana, IL 61801
Summer is here! Come and celebrate with us in the pool at CRCE. You will meet old friends here and make some new ones. This event is co-sponsored by OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation, one of the 2018 Summer Break Program events. Space is limited and registration is required.
Picnic Time
Friday, July 6, 5-7 pm
Crystal Lake Park
206 W Park St. Urbana
Join us for a picnic, hoops, juggling, and other outdoor activities. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Feel free to bring something to share! RSVP here.
Soccer Tournament
Thursday, July 12, 5-8 pm
Campus Recreation Outdoor Center (ODC) Fields
Corner of First Street and Stadium Drive, Champaign, IL 61820
Join us at ODC Fields for a thrilling soccer tournament with fellow students and friends. This event is co-sponsored by OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation. Please register here for your spot.
Volleyball Tournament (Cancelled)
Thursday, July 19, 5-8 pm
Campus Recreation Outdoor Center (ODC) Fields
Corner of First Street and Stadium Drive, Champaign, IL 61820
Join us at ODC Fields for the second in the tournament series – Volleyball ! This event is co-sponsored by OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation. Please register for your spot.
Ice Cream Social
Friday, July 20, 3-5 pm
1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
Enjoy some yummy ice cream while making new friends at AACC!
Pão de queijo and Brazilian Coffee
Friday, July 27, 5-7pm
1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
Learn about one of the most famous and savory snacks in Brazil. We will serve it with freshly brewed Brazilian coffee!
Yoga on the Quad with U of I Feature Twirler
Thursday, August 2, 4:30-6pm
Quad (on the Illini Union side)
Want to hang out on a beautiful afternoon on the Quad? Want to learn some yoga? Want to meet U of I feature twirler, Chase Dorn? Come join us! Just bring your own yoga mats/towels, and water.
Karaoke Night
What is your favorite karaoke song? Bring it along and sing with your fellow students. All languages welcome.
Friday, August 10, 5-6:30pm
1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
2017 Fall Break Programs
COOKING WITH THE CHEFS
Monday, November 20, 8:00 am–2:30 pm
Ikenberry | 301 E. Gregory Drive, Champaign
Are you on campus during fall break? Are you interested in learning to cook a dish with the chefs at University Housing Dining Services? Our chefs are also interested in learning how to cook a traditional dish from your home country, region and culture!
BOARD GAMES @ AACC
Tuesday, November 21, 1:00–4:00 pm
1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
Interested in playing some board games and recharging before the finals week? We have Monopoly, Parcheesi, Scramble, Sudoku, Go, Chess, Checkers, Cirkis, Mah Jong, Tsuro, Balderdash and many more. You are welcome to bring your own board games too.
FALL BREAK WORKOUT @ CRCE
Wednesday, November 22, 1:00–4:00 pm
Campus Recreation Center East (CRCE), 1102 West Gregory Drive, Urbana
Come and work out @ CRCE during the break before your big dinner at Thanksgiving! We will play badminton and table tennis. You don’t have to be a pro, it is for fun and friendship.
2017 Summer Programs
MAKING FRIENDS @ BADMINTON
Sunday, May 21, 11 am–3 pm
ARC, 201 East Peabody Drive, Champaign
This is the first of a series of summer programs co-sponsored by OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation. Join us @ ARC for a few hours of workout and a life-long friendship!
"LINNER" AND CONVERSATION @ AACC
Wednesday, May 24, 3 - 5 pm
Asian American Cultural Center, 1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
Enjoyed all the programs provided by AACC and International Education throughout the semesters? We have more in the summer! Come join us for “Linner” and conversation @ AACC.
TRAIL MIX MAKING AND HEALTHY EATING
Thursday, June 1, 1 - 3 pm
Asian American Cultural Center, 1210 W. Nevada Street, Urbana
Join us for a round table conversation on healthy eating, and make trail mix for your next hiking trip!
MINI-OLYMPICS @ ARC
Sunday, June 11, 5-9 pm
ARC, 201 East Peabody Drive, Champaign
Join us for the Mini-Olympics, the second summer program co-sponsored by OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation.
LAKE OF THE WOODS DAY TRIP
Sunday, June 18, 9:30am-4:30pm
Mahomet, IL
There are so many things to do at Lake of the Woods in Mahomet, IL! Only a 20 minute bus ride, and we’ll have access to hiking trails, pedal boats, “foot-golf,” picnic lunch and more!
INDEPENDENCE DAY POOL PARTY @ARC (Cancelled)
Saturday, July 1, 2 - 6 pm
ARC, 201 East Peabody Drive, Champaign
In honor of the 4th of July, USA Independence Day, OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation invite you to join us for the pool party celebrating this classic American holiday!
INDIAN FOOD DEMONSTRATION with PRATIK SHRIVASTAVA
Saturday, July 15, 2 - 3:30 pm
Asian American Cultural Center, 1210 W. Nevada Street, Urbana
Interested in learning how a typical Indian dish is made…and then tasting it? Come join us! We will also be hosting some special guests for indoor/outdoor games and ice cream.
SUMMER HEAT WAVE POOL PARTY @ ARC
Saturday, July 22, 2 - 6 pm
ARC, 201 East Peabody Drive, Champaign
At the request of our students, the Holiday Pool Party that was cancelled has been rescheduled at the ARC. OIIR International Education and Campus Recreation invite you to join us in celebrating summertime!
SNOW SKIN MOON CAKE: MAKING YOUR OWN DESSERTS
Saturday, July 29, 2 - 4 pm
Asian American Cultural Center, 1210 W. Nevada Street, Urbana
2017 Spring Break Programs
INTERNATIONAL BADMINTON DAY
Tuesday, March 21, 11 am–3 pm
Gym 3 at the ARC, 201 East Peabody Drive, Champaign
Students, if you are staying on campus during spring break and planning to work out with other fellow students, come and join us for International Badminton Day at ARC. Lunch will be provided. Sponsored by the Office of Inclusion and Intercultural Relations – International Education and Campus Recreation
ALLERTON PARK DAY TRIP
Wednesday, March 22, 9:30 am–4 pm
Staying on campus during spring break? Interested in a day trip to Allerton Park, one the Seven Wonders of Illinois, and part of UIUC campus? Register here for a fun day to relax, hike, tour the gardens and enjoy the picnic! Sponsored by the Office of Inclusion and Intercultural Relations – International Education
SPRING BREAK - SPRING HOLIDAYS!
Thursday, March 23, 11 am–3 pm
Asian American Cultural Center, 1210 West Nevada Street, Urbana
When it comes to Spring holidays, what comes to mind? Easter, Mardi Gras, Holi…Come join us as we learn about spring celebrations and holidays around the world. We’ll be painting eggs, decorating masks and learning a Bollywood dance. Lunch will be provided. Sponsored by the Office of Inclusion and Intercultural Relations – International Education and the Asian American Cultural Center