Illini Creative Impact · UIUC
Join students turning their ideas into action, from community partnerships to initiatives of their own.Unlock your creativity.
Background photo: Valentine’s social
Our work
Every project is student led, from first idea to finished work.
Helping feed hungry kids in Jacksonville, Florida. Our flyers and signage help the pantry reach more families, and our new grant writing team is working to keep its shelves full.
Led by Alyan Ajanialyanaa2@illinois.edu
A mental health exhibition built around one shared artwork that everyone adds to, because it’s okay to stumble and no one should have to get back up alone.
Led by Amelia Carpenteracarp@illinois.edu
Markets where student artists sell their work to real buyers, every medium welcome. Next up: the Hallo-Eve Art Mart on the Main Quad, October 30, 10am to 3pm.
Led by Mayumi Caisipmcaisip2@illinois.edu
A biweekly series exploring the creative minds behind influential ideas, brands, and cultural movements. Discover the strategies behind their work and the lessons we can apply to our own.
Led by Joseph Wangjosephwang87654321@gmail.com
Art that keeps the planet in view all year, not just one day. What started as a contest with Visionary Arts grew into a movement across the United States and Europe.
Led by Alex Zhangalexz10@illinois.edu
Your idea, our community
A cause you care about. An event you wish existed. A project you’ve always wanted to start.
Bring your idea to ICI. We’ll help you find collaborators and take the first steps.
Share an IdeaStart a community project
A documentary about an issue in town
Organize an event
The campus event you wish already existed
Support a local cause
Better outreach for a local nonprofit
Launch a creative initiative
A mental health awareness campaign
Every kind of creative
From filmmakers and artists to marketers, writers, and entrepreneurs. There’s room for your talents at ICI.
All majors. All experience levels.
Life at ICI
From late night planning to campus socials, the best part of ICI is the people you create with.
On the Main Quad
Student artwork
Sticker sale fundraiser
Valentine’s social
Student expo
Quad Day 2026
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It’s Okay to Fall, our combined art showcase
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Earth Day Every Day
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Student Art Markets, where artists table and sell their work
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Trinity Community Food Pantry
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The Creative Playbook, our upcoming creative research series
Illini Creative Impact
Find your people. Build something together. Make it matter.
