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A Capitol Moment: IIW Class Meets Alumni Leaders on the Hill
A Capitol Moment: IIW Class Meets Alumni Leaders on the Hill On April 4, 2025, Spring 2025 Cohorts had …
Spring 2024 Cohorts in D.C.
Spring 2024 Cohorts in Washington D.C …
Celebrating Integrity: Spring Cohorts at the 2024 Douglas Ethics Award
Celebrating Integrity: Spring Cohorts at the 2024 Douglas Ethics Award Washington, D.C. – University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen …
IIW Students in the White House
IIW Students in the White House Spring 2023 IIW students standing on the steps of the Executive Office Building …
An Evening with Representatives Davis & Budzinski: Celebrating the U of I System
An Evening with Representatives Davis & Budzinski: Celebrating the U of I System Spring 2023 IIW students with Chancellor …
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Discover the power of experiential learning with the Illinois in Washington (IIW) program, a unique academic initiative by the University of Illinois. Live, learn, and intern in Washington, DC, for a semester, enjoying a wealth of professional opportunities and the rich culture of the nation’s capital while taking UIUC courses. Our students have interned with members of Congress, federal agencies, STEM organizations, media outlets, and more.
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