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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

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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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University News
Sean Evans named Spring 2026 UI Commencement speaker
By Mary Piacente, Staff Writer
After 30 years, Unofficial St. Patrick’s Day continues to evolve
By Aidan Sadovi and Adam Edwards
University Admin
New vice chancellor of advancement discusses role
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer
Understanding the I-Team: Documents outline responsibilities, limits
By Patrick Herr and Alex Murphy
News
Dylan Blaha (left) and Nikki Budzinski (right) set to run against each other in the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 13th Congressional District.
Budzinski, Blaha battle in Illinois’ 13th District primary
By Aakarsh Garg and Macy Medendorp • Mar 13, 2026
Top Story
A student scrolls on Tinder, a massive platform for online dating.
Opinion | Dating apps turn courtship into attention economy
By Raphael Ranola, Columnist
Top Photo
At the IDEA Lab in the Grainger Library basement, the Illini Magic Society is hosts a weekly meeting. Eric Fang, society member, is shuffling cards, demonstrating a classic force.
UI students reveal where the magic happens
Features
Warm, freshly baked cookies sit together on a baking tray on Feb. 27.
UI Students stitch, bake their stress away
By Sarah Jacobson, Copy Editor • Mar 12, 2026
One man holds a BORG at the first annual Running of the Gingers at John and Oak streets on March 7.
Unofficial offers a taste of UI party life
By Elizabeth Bichkoff and Juliana Damian • Mar 11, 2026
5 outfits to bring you luck this St. Patrick’s Day
By Kelsey Hoevel, Staff Writer • Mar 10, 2026
Gallery | UI’s 2026 Unofficial celebration, in photos
By Sarah Slattery, Adam Edwards and Sidarth Subramanian • Mar 9, 2026
UI researchers observe real-time plant breathing
By Amartya Nalluri, Senior Copy Editor • Mar 9, 2026
Opinions
Opinion | Alysa Liu loves struggling, so should we
Opinion | Alysa Liu loves struggling, so should we
By Grace Douglas, Senior Columnist • Mar 11, 2026
Opinion | ALDI’s quarter system must go
By Alexander Fako, Senior Columnist
DI Voices | Enjoy the perks of missing out
By Zaynab Chida, Columnist
Opinion | Barn raves should be here to stay
By Alexander Fako, Senior Columnist
DI Social
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The Two Lips takes bedroom pop to The City Center stage
By Lars Arlandson, Staff Writer
Review | ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’ balances glittering grooves with quiet vulnerability
By Olivia Dvorak, Senior Arts & Entertainment Reporter
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One nomination after another: The 5 front-runners of the 98th Academy Awards
By Sonali Khanna, Staff Writer
Review | ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ delivers humble, accessible fantasy tale
By Gibson Asselmeier, Staff Writer
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Latest Men's Basketball
Freshman guard Keaton Wagler prepares to shoot a free throw during Illinois’ Jan. 21 win over Maryland at State Farm Center.
Keaton Wagler named Big Ten Freshman of the Year after breakout season
By Sahil Mittal, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 10, 2026
Sports
Senior outfielder Cole Warehime passes off his bat during a game against Lindenwood on Feb. 25.
Illinois seeks first Big Ten win against Minnesota
By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 12, 2026
Illinois dominates in bounceback win against Western Illinois 
By Arnes Caro, Staff Writer • Mar 12, 2026
Illinois slams Nebraska for first Big Ten win 
By Mira Bruen, Contributing Writer • Mar 11, 2026
No. 8 Illinois takes third at loaded Southern Highlands Collegiate
By Peter Jakubiak, Staff Writer • Mar 10, 2026
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