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Please join us to cheer on Dean Crespo at the Challenge of the Deans free-throw competition on Tuesday, January 26 during halftime of the UIC Men\u2019s Basketball game.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, January 27, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pregame Party: 6:00 PM – Credit Union 1 Area, main floor Balcony, just past section 115\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Game Time: 7:00 PM- <\/strong>Credit Union 1 Arena <\/strong><\/p>\n

Halftime Challenge: ~7:45\u20138:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

Enjoy food, and fun giveaways, and a chance to connect with AHS faculty, staff, and students during the pregame party \u2014 then stay to cheer on the AHS Dean in the halftime competition!<\/p>\n

A few of our new incoming undergraduate students will be joining us for this special event.\u00a0 Families are welcome.\u00a0 Seats are limited, RSVP<\/a> by Tuesday January 20to reserve your seat.<\/p>\n

RSVP: go.uic.edu\/AHSdunks<\/a><\/p>\n

NOTE:\u00a0 UIC Students have free admission to all UIC home games, so RSVP is only required to attend the pregame party.\u00a0 Faculty and staff can request 2 additional guest tickets initially.\u00a0 If you need more than 2 tickets, please contact ahsinfo@uic.edu.<\/p>\n

The college is covering the cost of food and basketball tickets, but there is a $5 parking fee if you would like to park in the campus lots near the Arena.<\/p>\n

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