Jan 26 2026

CANCELED: PERSIST(Σ): Spring 2026 Welcome

January 26, 2026

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Location

Location shared upon registration

Details about the PERSIST(Σ) Spring 2026 Welcome event (same info on this page) with abstract watercolor paint strokes in the background. At the top is the PERSIST(Σ) logo, a stylized gear with a flower in the center.

Please note: This event has been canceled due to extreme weather conditions. Please join us for our Citation Justice Workshop on February 17!

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Kick off Spring 2026 with PERSIST(Σ) in a vibrant space filled with creativity and community. Meet other women and nonbinary folks in STEM, share your experiences, and unwind together during a guided watercolor activity.

Lunch provided! We cannot wait to welcome you!

About the program:

PERSIST(Σ) aims to create identity-affirming spaces to promote the participation and persistence of women and nonbinary people of color in engineering at UIC. Join the Equity in Engineering Program (EIEP), Women in Engineering Programs (WIEP), and the Women's Leadership and Resource Center (WLRC) to learn more and be part of this exciting initiative for meaningful change! Learn more.

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Date posted

Jan 20, 2026

Date updated

Jan 26, 2026