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Korean Conversation Group
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 5:30pm to 6:30pm
The Korean Conversation Group (KCG) brings together Korean international students and students learning Korean to practice the language and connect with one another in a friendly and welcoming environment. This semester, the group meets every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in 612 Phillips Hall. Korean learners have the opportunity to use what they have learned in class through natural conversations with native Korean speakers.
In addition to practicing Korean, participants explore Korean culture through a variety of topics and activities and meet other students who share an interest in Korean language and culture. KCG provides a space where students can improve their Korean, experience Korean culture, and build friendships and a sense of community beyond the classroom.
*Wednesday (October 7th) only, the meeting will be held from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in S507 Field House for a Taekwondo experience.
In addition to practicing Korean, participants explore Korean culture through a variety of topics and activities and meet other students who share an interest in Korean language and culture. KCG provides a space where students can improve their Korean, experience Korean culture, and build friendships and a sense of community beyond the classroom.
*Wednesday (October 7th) only, the meeting will be held from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in S507 Field House for a Taekwondo experience.
Mahjong Club
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the Mahjong Club for weekly meetings!
(Re)Tracing Anne Frank: Living, Fleeing, Hiding, & Writing
Thursday, October 29, 2026 3:30pm to 4:20pm
Learn more about this faculty-led study abroad program designed to familiarize yourself with Anne Frank’s life and legacy by following in her footsteps in Amsterdam, the city in which she hid, when life in Germany became too dangerous.
French Cultural Night Fall 26
Thursday, October 29, 2026 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Join the UI French Program to learn more about the culture of French-speaking countries!
Chinese Corner Fall '26
Thursday, October 29, 2026 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Practice your Chinese through relaxed conversations, games, and cultural activities. Meet other Chinese speakers and learners from across campus! Open to everyone. All Chinese proficiency levels are welcome. Free snacks provided!
Kaffeeklatsch/German Conversation Hour
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Come practice your German speaking skills while we get to know one another and discuss and explore culture of the German-speaking world!
Japanese Conversation Table Fall '26
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Join the UI Japanese Program on Tuesdays to practice your Japanese language skills with fellow learners!
Russian Conversation Hours Fall '26
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Join the UI Russian Program for weekly Conversation Hours to help Russian language learners practice conversation outside of classroom and enjoy traditional Russian snacks and tea!
Korean Conversation Group
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 5:30pm to 6:30pm
The Korean Conversation Group (KCG) brings together Korean international students and students learning Korean to practice the language and connect with one another in a friendly and welcoming environment. This semester, the group meets every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in 612 Phillips Hall. Korean learners have the opportunity to use what they have learned in class through natural conversations with native Korean speakers.
In addition to practicing Korean, participants explore Korean culture through a variety of topics and activities and meet other students who share an interest in Korean language and culture. KCG provides a space where students can improve their Korean, experience Korean culture, and build friendships and a sense of community beyond the classroom.
*Wednesday (October 7th) only, the meeting will be held from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in S507 Field House for a Taekwondo experience.
In addition to practicing Korean, participants explore Korean culture through a variety of topics and activities and meet other students who share an interest in Korean language and culture. KCG provides a space where students can improve their Korean, experience Korean culture, and build friendships and a sense of community beyond the classroom.
*Wednesday (October 7th) only, the meeting will be held from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in S507 Field House for a Taekwondo experience.
Mahjong Club
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the Mahjong Club for weekly meetings!
(Re)Tracing Anne Frank: Living, Fleeing, Hiding, & Writing
Thursday, November 5, 2026 3:30pm to 4:20pm
Learn more about this faculty-led study abroad program designed to familiarize yourself with Anne Frank’s life and legacy by following in her footsteps in Amsterdam, the city in which she hid, when life in Germany became too dangerous.
Glocal at Iowa: Me – Iowa – the World
Friday, November 6, 2026 11:30am to 1:00pm
Using the fast-paced and visually engaging Pecha Kucha format, meaning “chit-chat” in Japanese, five student speakers will share their most meaningful “glocal” experiences in approximately six-minute presentations composed of 20 timed slides.
Art & Write Night
Friday, November 6, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the long, rich, historical tradition of artists creating in our spaces.
Professional, aspiring, and amateur artists alike, make our museum your muse. The return of this popular program series welcomes guests into the Museum of Natural History's magical gallery spaces after-hours to work on sketching or writing projects with other campus and community artists.
Tell a friend, grab a notebook, and join us on the first Friday of each month. We'll provide a new inspo prompt for each session and...
Book Club at the Museum
Monday, November 9, 2026 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Students, join the book club that meets monthly inside the iconic Old Capitol Museum, with books chosen by you. Come read, wonder, and connect as we transform this timeless building into a cozy retreat for shared stories and spirited discussion in the Pentacrest Museums first ever student book club.
For the Fall 2026 semester, Book Club @ the Museum will meet on the following Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Old Cap:
Sept. 14: We'll pick a book and make "junk journals" together.
Oct. 12: Bookmark...
Kaffeeklatsch/German Conversation Hour
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Come practice your German speaking skills while we get to know one another and discuss and explore culture of the German-speaking world!
Japanese Conversation Table Fall '26
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Join the UI Japanese Program on Tuesdays to practice your Japanese language skills with fellow learners!
Korean Conversation Group
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 5:30pm to 6:30pm
The Korean Conversation Group (KCG) brings together Korean international students and students learning Korean to practice the language and connect with one another in a friendly and welcoming environment. This semester, the group meets every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in 612 Phillips Hall. Korean learners have the opportunity to use what they have learned in class through natural conversations with native Korean speakers.
In addition to practicing Korean, participants explore Korean culture through a variety of topics and activities and meet other students who share an interest in Korean language and culture. KCG provides a space where students can improve their Korean, experience Korean culture, and build friendships and a sense of community beyond the classroom.
*Wednesday (October 7th) only, the meeting will be held from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in S507 Field House for a Taekwondo experience.
In addition to practicing Korean, participants explore Korean culture through a variety of topics and activities and meet other students who share an interest in Korean language and culture. KCG provides a space where students can improve their Korean, experience Korean culture, and build friendships and a sense of community beyond the classroom.
*Wednesday (October 7th) only, the meeting will be held from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in S507 Field House for a Taekwondo experience.
Mahjong Club
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the Mahjong Club for weekly meetings!
Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
Thursday, November 12, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Join the UI Chinese Program for a hands-on workshop exploring the art of Chinese calligraphy! The workshop is free and open to all with no prior experience needed!