OIS Thanksgiving Dinner

Eight students stand in front of a gold and yellow backdrop holding paper turkeys and other Thanksgiving-themed accessories.

Each November, the Office of International Services hosts the UIC international community for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. The meal is a way for all of us to come together to share food, friendship, and thanks in the spirit of the U.S. American holiday.

13th Annual OIS Thanksgiving Dinner

OIS is delighted to host the 13th annual Thanksgiving dinner for the UIC international community! International students and scholars in attendance will enjoy a free meal featuring Thanksgiving foods, including roast turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and more. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal options will also be included. Dependents welcome! Registration required.

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. @ the UIC Dorin Forum

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View photos from previous OIS Thanksgiving Dinners in 2022, 2019, 2018, and more!

  1. Three students pin their gratitue leaves to string hanging on the wall.
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.
  2. Close up shot of the gratitue leaves covered in writing.
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.
  3. Two students stand in front of a backdrop of shimmering orange streamers. The students are wearing turkey leg headbands.
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.
  4. Two students smile sitting a table with their plates of Thanksgiving food.
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.
  5. Three students stand in front of a backdrop of shimmering orange streamers. The students are wearing turkey headbands.
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.
  7. Six students pose in front of the phot backdrop with the word
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.
  8. Group of students pose in front of the photo backdrop with Thanksgiving props.
    OIS Thanksgiving Dinner 2022.