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A Filipinx/a/o youth and student organization fighting for genuine liberation of the Philippines by educating, organizing, and mobilizing youth and students.

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1. Learn to advocate and fight for social justice issues that members care about, whether the focus is on-campus, across the nation, or around the world.
2. Engage with a critical study of Filipino society, history, and government.
3. Uplift and center movements for fellow struggles against structural oppression.
4. Attend meetings and hangouts focused on building community and solidarity amongst members and allies.
5. Participate in activist work, such as attending rallies and protests, developing propaganda, hosting fundraisers, and participating in educational discussions.

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Our mission is to explore Japanese Culture through it's media and book and unite people together with common interest. We will meet once a week to watch Anime, play some games, and anything else! The possibilities are endless!

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The Art Collective at UIC is an organization meant to create an inviting environment for artists of any major or study concentration to meet, collaborate, and appreciate all forms of art.

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-Ability to learn from many different artists within campus
-Build connections with those of similar artistic interests that may be outside a student's major
-Access to a judgement-free zone where everyone is encouraged to share their art

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The Association of Justice for Kashmir is dedicated to promoting justice, peace, and human rights in Kashmir. Our mission is to advocate for the fundamental rights of individuals living in the region, raise awareness about the socio-political situation, and work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict. We strive to empower local communities, support victims of human rights violations, and create a platform for dialogue and understanding among stakeholders. Through education, advocacy, and collaboration, we aim to create a more just and equitable society in Kashmir and contribute to the broader goal of lasting peace in the region.

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1. Networking Opportunities: Connect and collaborate with like-minded individuals, professionals, and organizations dedicated to promoting justice in Kashmir.
2. Advocacy Support: Receive assistance and guidance in advocating for justice, human rights, and peace in Kashmir.
3. Educational Resources: Access to a wide range of educational materials, research papers, reports, and publications on the socio-political situation in Kashmir.
4. Capacity Building: Participate in workshops, seminars, and training programs to enhance your skills in activism, conflict resolution, and human rights advocacy.

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Our mission is to spread awareness on autoimmune disorders to UIC students, so that greater action is taken to advocate for and protect those in the community with autoimmune disorders.

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Access to our newsletters, events, potential E-board positions, volunteering opportunities, advocacy positions, and more!

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To publicize undergraduate research at the University of Chicago through regular blogs so that students write and learn about new discoveries in the biomedical field, amplify the audience of their research, and connect to professionals and other students.

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We give our members the opportunity to write and learn about research in the biomedical field, the role of students like themselves, and connect to peers and researchers. We also provide an accessible and welcoming way to build a member's skill in reading and writing at the academic level.

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We organize chess competitions and trainings

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- Competitive and fun chess playing events
- Place to learn and develop your chess playing skills
- Volunteer and paid opportunities

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Members of Club for American Sign Language seek to engage in peer-led ASL lessons, enjoy activities using ASL, and educate members of the UIC community about Deaf culture, so that UIC students develop a strong appreciation for Deaf culture, a better understanding of American Sign Language, and greater awareness of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

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As a member of Club for American Sign Language you'll receive free ASL lessons from a fellow UIC student every other week.

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The purpose of this organization is to explore all things fashion-related and promote awareness of the fashion industry among the UIC community. As a club, we strive to keep our members updated on fashion-related events going on around the Chicago area.

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Whether you are simply an avid fashion fan, or a serious upcoming Fashion Designer come stop by one of our meetings and check us out! We’d love to have you there! All UIC students are welcome to join.

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The purpose of the DHDUSA shall be to connect students with social and professional networking and career exploration opportunities as well as to foster a sense of community among DHD Bachelor and Minor students as well as UIC undergraduate students interested in the field of disability studies.

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EcoArts is a student-led organization with the purpose of learning, advocating and inspiring environmental advocacy at UIC through the arts.

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You will get to learn and become apart of an art based movement for the environment. Build a network of environmental professionals and students just like you.

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Enactus mission is to create a better, more sustainable world through the positive power of business. They aim to inspire students to improve the world through entrepreneurial action by providing a platform for them to collaborate with business leaders and use innovation and business principles to create sustainable solutions to social, economic, and environmental issues.

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Networking opportunities, skill-building opportunities, professional development opportunities
social events, community service, recognition and rewards, and access to resources.

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FUA, The Fearless Undocumented Alliance Strives to create a supportive environment academically, financially and mentally for undocumented students at UIC.

Insta : @fua.uic

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The Food Recovery Network works to end food waste and fight food insecurity by packaging and delivering leftover food from various food donors to local non-profit organizations that help underserved communities.

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Food insecure yourself? --> Take home some of the food we recover
Have a valid driver's license? --> Get trained to drive UIC's electric vehicle, GEMA

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HeartBeats is a UIC medical student volunteer group that aims to use live and virtual music performances to spread joy within vulnerable communities. After performing, interact with the communities - for example, teaching short lessons at the children's home or just building relationships and spending time with patients over zoom.

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Our mission is to improve young women's financial literacy while also encouraging and supporting more women to achieve careers in STEM + Business.

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Members will have access to a network of women in leadership positions within STEM, but more specifically business and finance. Members will have the opportunity to work on projects within the organization that will provide skills and build their resume.

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MannMukti aims to encourage healthy, open dialogue of South Asian mental health issues in an effort to remove stigma, improve awareness and promote self-care.

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As a member of the Marksmanship Club, members will be able to go to the range with the following benefits:
Under the care of the club's leadership, members do not need to have a FOID card to participate at the range.
Under the care of the club's leadership, members do not need to provide their own firearms.
The club can sell ammo to the members for range usage at a better price compared to in-store prices.
Members do not need to provide targets due to the club providing them.

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Our purpose is to break the stigma of mental health and create a positive conversation within it.

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The purpose of this organization shall be to provide a safe and welcoming space for students and faculty to come together and cultivate mindfulness practices. Mindfulness meditation is an influential tool that can be used to help individuals develop greater awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations. Through weekly sessions, students can learn how to improve focus and achieve a deeper sense of calm and inner peace. Mindful Student aims to create a community of like-minded individuals who support and encourage each other on their journey toward self-betterment. By offering guided meditation sessions, group discussions, and workshops on mindfulness-related topics, the club will provide a great environment for students to develop the skills and knowledge to integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.

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Members are able to come to every meeting. Other benefits for active members include Stress reduction, improved focus, increased self awareness, community, and improved mental and emotional health.

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Our mission is to foster a community of multiethnic students who are pursuing to better understand their identity by creating a network of student advocate leaders, with the intent of respecting and honoring diversity in culture through the encouragement of awareness within distinct cultural heritages.

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Being a part of a communal safe space of multiethnic students to share and hear experiences with!

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The mission of PPE is to embed and amplify the patient perspectives within the UICOM student experience. At our core, we believe in facilitating interactions with numerous patient populations to guide students in understanding the illness experience. Through our organization’s initiatives, patient experience will shape our perspective and delivery of care.

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The primary purpose of this organization is to provide medical students at UIC exposure to the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Many medical students may not be familiar with this growing field and it may be attractive to students who are also interested in orthopedics, neurology, and sports medicine. In addition, the rehab issues that physiatrists work with are relevant to internal medicine and a variety of other specialties.

Through lectures, hands-on workshops (ex. MSK physical exam practice, ultrasound workshops), and shadowing opportunities students will get a first hand glimpse into the life of a physiatrist and the holistic approach to patient care they take. Students will also be able to learn more about the field through talks. Another goal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Interest Group is to coordinate a variety of service opportunities including adaptive sports camps and race medicine events.

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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Interest Group members get first access to information and opportunities disseminated through the organization, fully outlined in later documents. Additionally, the organization facilitates a network not only between like minded student-colleagues, but also between students and mentors/professionals in the space.

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To promote global well-being by providing impartial care to people affected by epidemics, wars, natural disasters, and those without adequate healthcare access, by providing humanitarian assistance through telemedicine and fundraising efforts.

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This club provides numerous benefits to students and is both a valuable resource to assist Ukraine and gain experience in a healthcare environment. We will work closely with the UIC Physical Therapy Department and serve as mediators with individuals in Ukraine to facilitate communications.

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The purpose of this organization is to collect and dispose of artificial waste within the University of Illinois at Chicago and communities in the vicinity in order to reduce the amount of litter in our neighborhoods. Our mission, in doing so, will involve spreading awareness about the effect artificial waste accumulation has on the environment, local wildlife, and human livelihood.

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The purpose of Pride at UIC is to bring together individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and their allies to promote diversity, enjoy social activities, and raise campus awareness of issues facing LGBTQIA+ persons at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

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Socialization with other LGBTQIA students on campus

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The purpose of this organization shall be to foster an inclusive and affirming environment for queer students at UIC School of Medicine promoting their well-being, advocating for their rights, and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth. We aim to provide a supportive community where queer students can connect, share experiences, and access resources, ensuring their voices are heard and their unique needs are met. Through educational initiatives, collaborative partnerships, and engaging events, we strive to raise awareness, challenge biases, and promote diversity and inclusion within the medical school community. Together, we are dedicated to advancing queer visibility, equality, and healthcare equity for all.

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To bring knowledge about herptiles to the UIC community and to allow members of the community to bond over an appreciation for them. To encourage respect and conservation for herptiles through public outreach and volunteering. To encourage safe practices for herptile domestication.

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Access to proper knowledge of husbandry of herptiles, reptiles and amphibians. A community that holds a love for herptiles and the conservation of nature. Travel to herptile expos. Have a fear of herptiles? We'll help you overcome it through exposure and education!

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The Rheumatology Interest Group's objective is to assist students in discovering more about the rheumatology field and enabling them to connect with existing rheumatology experts through various activities such as workshops, panels, research, and volunteer events.

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Our mission is to teach individuals how to defend themselves if faced with dangerous or violent situations. We aim to educate people on the realities of assault and domestic violence, help people who have faced violent crime, and work against stereotypes that are often placed upon victims. We plan to hold volunteering events by collaborating with organizations that support survivors of abuse and teach self-defense skills to youth groups within the community.

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SHAPE's mission is to advocate about different sexual health topics by providing information to students about where to go or who to reach out to in order to obtain resources they may need.
We also aim to educate about the different contraceptive options that are available for students.

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A student lead organization focused on cultivating wellness through good nutrition in our lives and our community.

SNA’s mission is to provide a social and professional network for students, to help our members explore dietetic career interests, and to prepare for future educational and professional endeavors. Look forward to fun social events, volunteering opportunities, registered dietitian panels, and more.

Join us- all are welcome. All you need is a love of health and delicious food!

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- Free social events and workshops
- Monthly meetings to network with other UIC peers passionate about food, health, and nutrition
- Member-only volunteering events
- Access to member-exclusive study materials
- Leadership skill-building opportunities
- Join SNA committees to get involved!

As a reminder, in order to attend future general body meetings, students must be registered as an official SNA member.

Follow the simple directions through our new SNA website to join!

1. Please visit our site via this link: https://snaatuic.wixsite.com/join/how-to

2. Provide info + pay your dues via the google form

3. Connect with us by signing up for Remind text message notifications and following our Instagram so you never miss an update

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Our mission is to create a community of veterans and military-connected students to educate them on effectively accessing/using their benefits and to build a network capable of supporting each other's personal and professional aspirations.

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Members of the Student Veterans of America Chapter at UIC will benefit from a strong network of veterans and veteran-affiliated students through social, professional, and academic events and meetings.

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Students for a Democratic Society is a progressive student activist group dedicated to building a fighting student movement dedicated to fighting racism, sexism, transphobia, homophobia and the US war machine.

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Friendship, solidarity, and possibly snacks when conditions allow.

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Students for Justice in Palestine bring awareness to the Israeli occupation of Palestine as a human rights issue. Our mission is to educate the student body on the history of the Israeli occupation and the Zionist movement, as well as the daily lives of Palestinians under occupation.

SJP believes that the struggles of Palestinians are not isolated to the region, but they intersect with the struggles surrounding Black and African Americans, Native Americans, the LGBTQ+ community, as well as all marginalized and disenfranchised people in all places.

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Join SJP UIC as we fight for change at our university! Learn how to politically organize, host events and protests, and lead campaigns! By joining SJP, you join a larger organizing community in the Chicagoland area!

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The purpose of this organization shall be to encourage sustainable practice in all facets of the university, especially within the College of Medicine. We hope to do so by collaborating with the larger Chicago community, introducing new practices, and supporting the development of curriculum based in sustainable medicine.

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Team Swole: Health and Fitness is a student-led organization that aims to promote, educate, and train its members on all matters of health. These include but are not limited to: physical health, fitness, mental health, and wellness. We will provide guidance and a safe space for members to learn about and practice these skills.

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Our team of board members and student educators will serve as a support system and a resource for members to reach out to in times of need. We believe that everyone deserves to live a healthy life, and we shall provide members the tools in order to do that.

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The Terra Society was created to explore the Earth’s environment, biota, and resources, so that the UIC community can comprehend and create better ethical, balanced, and responsible relations with the land in the interest of a sustainable planet for all living things.

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- Community around sustainability and environmental justice!
- Volunteer opportunities
- Fun Events!

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The Film Society aims to establish an inclusive environment for students to better understand film theory through an in-depth discussion of chosen films. Our organization strives to promote strategies and methods of creativity, exploration, and analysis. The Film Society provides the opportunity for the UIC community to sharpen their critical-thinking and teamworking skills and help prepare students for their future careers.

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To provide guidance and resources to students who wish to create a career in real estate.

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The Real Estate Club is a platform within which members can exchange and share ideas and interests about real estate and property. Members will also benefit from networking and engaging with industry professionals, potentially exposing them to several career opportunities.

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The Umbrella aims to raise money to aid International students financially and build a community of Interdependent International students to develop synergy to help with each other's professional goals.

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This organization serves to bolster outreach, resources, and career advising for medical students to not only gain a better understanding of urological care for future patients but to establish a more robust pipeline of UICOM students toward a successful urology residency match.

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Members will have access to networking, volunteer activities, surgery workshops, and career-planning within the urology field.

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Young Americans for Freedom Chapter at UIC is a conservative group whose goal is to cultivate conservative ideologies. We are a student run chapter that is directly affiliated with Young America's Foundation.

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