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College Dinner Series: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

College Dinner Series: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Parker's College Dinner Series is back for year two! Join Dean of Student Life Joe Bruno and Director of Alumni Relations Chuck Lira as they hit the road to reconnect with Parker alumni on college campuses across the country. This year's series will begin at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, followed by Tulane University and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with the possibility of additional schools and cities being added throughout the year. These complimentary dinners are a chance to catch up with fellow alumni, share your college experiences, and stay connected to the Parker community—wherever your college journey has taken you. Audience: Alumni at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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When

March 25, 2027

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Can I get a refund if my plans change?
For free events: If you can no longer make it, please cancel your registration via your confirmation email so we can open up your spot to someone on the waitlist.
For ticketed events: Tickets are fully refundable up to 14 days before the event. Inside of 14 days, tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to another guest.
Will there be parking and accessibility accommodations?
All events will have accessibility accommodations. Parking is limited for events located at Parker and we highly recommend taking public transportation or utilizing a ride-sharing service. Some spots are available on SpotHero as well. Parking options off-site vary and you should look at details related to those specific events.
Will tickets be available at the door?
For ticketed events, we highly recommend booking in advance. If an event does not sell out online, a limited number of tickets may be available at the door, but we cannot guarantee entry.
Are these events open to the public?
Most of our speaker series events are completely open to the public. However, many events—like homecoming, MX, and the 125th Anniversary Gala—are for Parker community members only and require formal registration and possibly ticket purchases. Check the specific event listing for details.
How can I share my own memories or photos from the events?
We want to see the celebration through your eyes! Use our official anniversary hashtag #Our125Years when posting on social media. You can also upload historic photos or personal stories directly through our memory submission portal on the homepage here.
How do I register or buy tickets?
Simply click on the specific event in the calendar above. If registration is required, you will see a "Register Now" or "Buy Tickets" button that will guide you through the secure checkout process.
Where can I find the full schedule of events?
All events, dates, times, and locations are listed in the interactive calendar above. You can filter events by season (fall, winter, spring) or constituency (alumni, parent, grandparent, etc.) to find exactly what you are looking for.
What is the dress code?
Dress codes vary depending on the event:
The 125th Anniversary Gala: Cocktail attire.
Speaker Series and Cocktail Events: Business casual and casual attire.
Homecoming, Volunteer, and School Events: Casual and weather-appropriate.
Specific dress code recommendations are listed on each event's dedicated page.
Still have questions?
We are here to help. Reach out to Chuck Lira at clira@fwparker.org.
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