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- Grand DrawSupport Jewish life on campus and Win!
- Shabbat Dinner Join us for a delicious, four course home-cooked Shabbat Dinner with a great vibe. You're invited!
- Tot ShabbatTot Shabbat brings the joy of Shabbat to children and their families through song, movement and creative play. Join the fun!
- Jewish Student LifeWelcome to your Jewish home away from home! Read More
About
Chabad UIC & West Loop is a Jewish community center dedicated to serving the Jewish and social needs of UIC & Rush students and the West Loop community. It is a place where all can feel welcome and comfortable regardless of observance and affiliation. We offer Shabbat dinners, Jewish holiday events, Torah classes, programs for kids, social events and more. Please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear from you!
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Learning & Inspiration
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Upcoming Events
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Thu, July 2, 2026 - 7:30pm
Womens Thursday Learning
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Tue, July 7, 2026 - 7:30pm
Tuesday Night Torah Learning
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Thu, July 9, 2026 - 7:30pm
Womens Thursday Learning
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Fri, July 10, 2026 - 12:00pm
Shabbat at Chabad
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Tue, July 14, 2026 - 7:30pm
Tuesday Night Torah Learning
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Daily Thought
This is my G‑d, and I will praise Him, the G‑d of my father, and I will exalt him.
Exodus 15:2
When He is only the G‑d of your father, He remains exalted and beyond your world. When you make Him your own G‑d, then you can truly praise Him with your heart.
Rabbi Isaiah Horowitz (16th century)
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