Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement
Pictured, from left) Dean Emerita Terri Weaver; Phoenix Matthews, associate dean for equity and inclusion; Dean Eileen Collins; Charese Jackson, assistant director for the Urban Health Program; and alum Adam Saleh, BSN '22, cut the ceremonial ribbon during the May 3 grand opening celebration for the Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement.
The CAECE, located in Room 416 (Chicago campus), is available for students Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. (via i-card swipe). Heading link
The Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement is a place where students can study, receive academic support and take part in transformational programming. The CAECE is located on the fourth floor of UIC Nursing’s Chicago campus building. Current and future programs and services offered at the CAECE include:
- Academic Coaching
- Mentorship
- Group and Individual Study Space
- Wellness
- Lunch and Learn
- Inclusive Dialogue Circles
Students can send an email to reserve space.
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This will be a place where UIC’s cultural centers and other undergraduate support offices could come and engage with nursing students directly.
| Dean, UIC College of Nursing
CAECE Upcoming Events Heading link
Apr
1
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Tuesday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
3
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Thursday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
8
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Tuesday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
10
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Thursday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
15
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Tuesday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
17
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Thursday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
22
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Tuesday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)
Apr
24
2025
Spring Yoga at UIC Nursing
Thursday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Center for Academic Excellence and Cultural Engagement (405 NURS)