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Monday, February 23, 2026

Emerging Community Leaders @ Illinois (ECL@IL): Applications open

Ready to deepen your community impact? Applications open February 23 for the next ECL@IL cohort.

New to volunteering or community service? Start with our Finding Your Why session. | Tuesday, March 3

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February 9, 2026Deadline: April 9, 2026

Building Beyond the Barriers Grant Program

The Campus-Community Compact Grant Program supports partnerships that strengthen community engagement and advance collaborative work across campus and community.

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January 22, 2026

Illinois Science Explorers recognized by Champaign Park District

Family STEM Nights received a Community Partner Award for meaningful community programming.

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January 15, 2026Deadline: February 11, 2026

Publicly Engaged Solutions to 21st Century Societal Grand Challenges

2026 Public Engagement Summit

Faculty, staff, students, and community partners are invited to submit proposals showcasing innovative research, teaching, and partnerships that address complex societal issues through collaborative public engagement.

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January 12, 2026

Illinois recognized in the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

Illinois was named among 237 institutions recognized in the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, highlighting strong partnerships, community impact, and leadership during a time of major policy and funding change.

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601 E. John St., MC-304
Champaign, Illinois 61820
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