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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

UI, Penn State academics discuss climate change

UI, Penn State academics discuss climate change

By Matt Troher, Investigative News & Longform Editor March 31, 2021
Daria Wendel belays herself while ice climbing at Starved Rock this spring. The University’s climbing club allows students to enjoy fun excursions and socialize with peers.

Climbing Club community reaches many heights

By Olivia Vamos, Contributing Writer March 30, 2021
Anika Emily performs live on WEFT 90.1 FM on July 2, 2019. Emily recently performed on the local radio station WEFT 90.1 with Jake Fava.

Radio station gives platform to local artists

By Olivia Orlandi, Contributing Writer March 29, 2021
University students perform in the dance “I’m Ally!” choreographed by Rachel Rizzuto on March 20 at the Krannert Center for Performing Arts. The shows went without a hitch despite having to follow COVID-19 restrictions.

March Dance thrives despite COVID-19 limitations

By Mateo Bautista, Contributing Writer March 29, 2021
Illini Student Musicals thrives during pandemic

Illini Student Musicals thrives during pandemic

By Alex Lazaro, Contributing Writer March 25, 2021
City council candidates Mike Kobel and Jaya Kolisetty are running to represent Urbana's Ward 4

City council candidates face campaign setbacks

By Farrah Anderson, Assistant Longform Editor March 24, 2021
Members of the Goodwin Avenue Trio Chanmi Lee, Andrew J. Buckley and Ethan Schlenker pose for a photo. The trio will make their debut on March 27 at Smith Memorial Hall.

The Goodwin Avenue Trio plays on

By Karena Tse, Staff Writer March 23, 2021
Tara Hurless proposes to her wife in front of a small propeller plane in 2015. Hurless’s life has been a series of twists and turns that have shaped her into the woman she is today.

UI police officer details many identities

By Farrah Anderson, Assistant Longform Editor March 22, 2021
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