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KNOWLEDGE THAT ILLUMINATES

The Center for Advanced Study sheds light on interdisciplinary thought that starts conversation, inspires action, and transforms the world.

Support for Faculty

This is where your scholarship flourishes. At the Center for Advanced Study, we’re here to celebrate your ideas, support your research, and promote your accomplishments.

Upcoming Public Events
Wednesday
Mar 29
Initiatives
Christopher Benson
7:00pm CST

Zoom presentation

Sunday
Apr 02
MillerComm Lecture Series
Tianhui Ng
2:00pm

Knight Auditorium
Spurlock Museum
600 S. Gregory, Urbana

Wednesday
Apr 12
Initiatives
Marcia McNutt
7:00 pm CDT

Zoom presentation

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Engage with the world’s most talked-about scholars, artists, and scientists at the Center for Advanced Study’s free and open events.

Brilliance
Thrives

Since 1959, the Center for Advanced Study has recognized the world’s top scholars by providing fertile ground where insights are shared, discoveries are revealed, and interdisciplinary connections are made.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

CAS offers faculty time off from teaching in order to pursue a research or creative project, and also helps bring to campus a steady flow of world-class scholars and performing artists for public events and small group meetings.

Dialogue
Thrives

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