Read and learn all about the fantastic people behind the scenes at the Tutorium. They work very hard to ensure your journey here is a great one. When you see them around campus, say hello. They would love to see you! 

TyTianna Murray

Marketing Associate (Director of Communications)

Tell us a little about yourself. 

I am from the South Side of Chicago, IL. I’ve always been passionate about anything and everything, including art, music, fashion, etc.  Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends – creating lifelong memories. My favorite movie is The Grinch with Jim Carrey.

What do you do here at the Tutorium?
I work as the Marketing Associate (Director of Communications) at UIC, where I handle website content, social media strategy, and promotional materials for the Office of Global Engagement. My background is in marketing and communication, and I’m passionate about using creative strategies to engage audiences and enhance brand visibility.

What do you love about your job?
I love learning new things. More importantly, I love learning new things through creative work.

Where can students find you? 
Students can find me in UH 551 on Mondays and AH 105 on Tuesdays through Thursdays.

What's one piece of advice you have for students?
Keep going! Everything will work itself out in due time.

Have you lost something important on campus? Don’t panic! Here are some things you can do:

The UIC Intracampus (within campus) Bus Service provides free transportation for students on campus. Present your UIC identification card (i-card) to the driver when boarding.

Here are maps of the bus routes:

Let's celebrate Valentine's together!

Wear fun Valentine's colors (red, pink, purple, or white) and come to Addams Hall 110 during the IEP lunchtime (11:15am-12:15pm) on Thursday, February 13th. 

You'll have fun decorating yummy sugar cookies to enjoy or give away to that special someone. 

Date: Thursday, February 13 
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm 
Location: James Addams' Hull House 800 South Halsted Street

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Hull-House in Victorian style! You'll have an opportunity to make valentines and anti-valentines ("vinegar valentines”). You'll also get to enjoy tasty treats all while learning about romantic relationships in Hull-House history. 

Find a classmate or a friend and make plans to spend the perfect night at the Hall-House!  You do not need to bring anything. Craft supplies, treats, and other materials are provided. 

To find out more information, read more>>.

Chicago Theater Week 

February 6-16, 2025

For $15 or $30 (or less!) you can enjoy a show at one of Chicago's theaters across the city. There are so many different shows to see: musicals, dramas, and even improv. Grab a friend or a  classmate and plan a trip to the theater. Don't forget to write about it in your listening and speaking log. 

To view all of the Chicago week shows, click here. 

Friday, February 14, is Valentine's Day. Valentine's Day is a special day to celebrate romantic love, friendship, and admiration. 

Children make Valentine's cards and pass out candy and treats to their friends and sweethearts. Couples send each other cards and flowers and spend time together, such as going on a date or watching a romantic movie at home. Friends gather to celebrate affection and friendship. 

Don't worry if you don't have a sweetheart to spend the day with. Galentines has become a new trend. Galentine's Day is a special day celebrated on February 13, where women spend time with their female friends and enjoy activities that honor their friendships. Don't worry, boys. You can have a blast hanging out with all the guys, too.

No matter how you celebrate the day, there is always a reason to honor the ones you love. 

Here are a few things you can do to celebrate: 

Midterms are coming. Maybe you're nervous, maybe you're confident. The semester may have been easy and fun, but at the same time, you've been working hard and seen little improvement. But midterms can also be a blessing in disguise. To learn how read more>>.

Many universities use the same online application. It is called The Common App. This makes the application process faster for you to the following: 

Watch this video and read the transcript for details on the common app. 

Do you like to visit new restaurants? Do you like to take fun pictures of places or your friends? Do you like to tell jokes? Do you have something to share about your culture or life back home? Do you have something valuable to share that will help us all understand what is like being an International student here at UIC? If your answer is "yes," then you can write for the newsletter! 

The newsletter editorial team is looking for students like you to write for the Tutorium newsletter. If you are interested, fill out this google form or you can email Mrs. Nora to let her know (ntatina@uic.edu). 

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