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Avian influenza threatens University poultry farm

By Penelope Roewe, Staff Writer • Mar 30, 2026

Direct Action Everywhere calls for UI to drop animal research programs

By Annisyn Krebs-Carr, Adam Edwards, Aidan Miller-Hisgen and Patrick Herr • Mar 30, 2026

UI researchers use AI to combat neurological disorders

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Campus News

An Asian American Cultural Center sign hangs above the kitchen inside the AACC along with Lunar New Year decorations on Feb. 25. The Illinois Student Council and the University’s cultural centers will host a Crossroads of Culture event to celebrate diversity on campus.

ISC, cultural centers to highlight diversity through Crossroads of Culture event

By Kayla Hutton and Jahzara Norris • Mar 25, 2026

University Admin

New vice chancellor of advancement discusses role

By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer • Mar 9, 2026

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Avian influenza threatens University poultry farm

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Love across party lines inspires research, reflection at UI

By Elizabeth Bichkoff, Staff Writer • Mar 28, 2026

Brands, sororities work to expand campus influence

By Sofía Boddy, Staff Writer • Mar 27, 2026

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Senior catcher Will Johannes crouches just past second base during a game against Lindenwood on Feb. 25.

Illini overpower Nittany Lions for series win

By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 30, 2026

No. 3 Illinois battles past No. 9 Iowa to reach first Final Four since 2005

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No. 3 Illinois clashes with Big Ten foe No. 9 Iowa for a trip to Final Four

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By Gurneer Sidhu, Senior Columnist • Mar 26, 2026

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Friday Funnies brings laughter, rising comedians to Illini Union

By Kelsey Hoevel, Staff Writer • Mar 29, 2026

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Mar 27, 2026

Professor Amir Moosavi discusses literary ghosts of Iran-Iraq War

Mar 27, 2026

Gallery | No. 3 Illinois advances to Sweet 16 after 2 NCAA tournament wins in Greenville
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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.

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Brands, sororities work to expand campus influence

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ISC, cultural centers to highlight diversity through Crossroads of Culture event

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Avian influenza threatens University poultry farm

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Elite Eight prompts Champaign to restrict retail liquor sales
By Sam Gregerman and Aidan Sadovi • Mar 27, 2026
Urbana, Champaign park districts to ‘March for Peace’ in honor of MLK Jr.
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3 UI faculty receive Sloan Foundation Fellowship
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By Elizabeth Bichkoff, Staff Writer • Mar 28, 2026

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Illini Art and Business Collective professionalizes creativity

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Club Insecta uncovers hidden world

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Dr. Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi, former professor of history and sociology at Illinois, speaks about the complicateqd relationship between the United States and Iran over the years at a Book Talk at the Levis Faculty Center March 12. Dr. Ghamari-Tabrizi drew a full house with standing room only.

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Professor Amir Moosavi discusses literary ghosts of Iran-Iraq War

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Courtney M. Cox signs a copy of her book “Double Crossover: Gender, Media, and Politics in Global Basketball,” for one of the attendees of her talk at The Literary on March 24.

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The Jupiter String Quartet performs at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts on March 12. The program featured Joseph Haydn’s String Quartet in C Major, Op. 33, No. 3, "The Bird"; Alberto Ginastera’s String Quartet No. 1, Op. 20; and Ludwig van Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59, No. 1, "Razumovsky."The Jupiter String Quartet performs at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts on March 12. The program featured Joseph Haydn’s String Quartet in C Major, Op. 33, No. 3, "The Bird"; Alberto Ginastera’s String Quartet No. 1, Op. 20; and Ludwig van Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 7 in F Major, Op. 59, No. 1, "Razumovsky."

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Jupiter String Quartet captivates audience with fierce, intimate performance

By Elizabeth Bichkoff, Staff Writer

Mar 15, 2026

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Senior guard Kylan Boswell brings the ball up the court during Illinois’ Sweet 16 win over Houston on Thursday.

No. 3 Illinois clashes with Big Ten foe No. 9 Iowa for a trip to Final Four

By Evy York, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 28, 2026

Sports

Sophomore infielder Keirys Click runs home and celebrates with her teammates after hitting a grand slam against Iowa during their first home game of the season on March 13.

Illinois heads to Minnesota seeking first Big Ten win

By Maya Brito, Staff Writer • Mar 27, 2026

Sophomore center Hayven Smith to enter transfer portal

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No. 3 Illinois wins physical battle with No. 2 Houston, heads back to Elite Eight

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