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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

The owner of Fernando's, Eric Leoner, speaking at the restaurant located on Wright and Daniel. Eric says he strives for cheap, fresh, delicious, and authentic Mexican food on campus.

Food truck opens new restaurant

By Rohan Ramani, Contributing Writer Apr 3, 2019

After two years of success, owner Eric Leonor decided to expand his food truck, Fernando’s, into a brick and mortar restaurant. Leonor settled on...

Students celebrate Holi at the Florida and Lincoln Playing Fields on April 21. Holi is an annual Hindu festival celebrating the arrival of spring and includes throwing colored powder on festival participants.

Largest Holi Festival in Midwest region hosted at University

By The Daily Illini Staff Report Apr 2, 2019

Asha for Education UIUC will host a Holi Festival on April 13 at the Florida and Lincoln Playing Fields. Holi is an ancient Hindu festival that celebrates...

Construction aims to reduce potential conflict

Construction aims to reduce potential conflict

By Ethan Simmons, Staff writer Apr 1, 2019

City agencies began unearthing Armory Avenue and Wright Street in early March. For the spring semester, here’s what students need to know: MCORE Project...

Monarch butterflies can be found all around Illinois. Participants of I-Pollinate are expected to examine and observe their gardens for monarch eggs or caterpillars for at least three weeks during the summer.

I-Pollinate research initiative seeks citizen aid

By Tiara Cosby, Staff writer Mar 28, 2019

Citizens surrounding the University are able to self-report data right in their backyards by collecting state wide pollinator data for the new I-Pollinate...

An empty patient room in the OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center on Monday.

University professor studies impact of multiple sclerosis on children, families

By Grace Maloney, Staff Writer Mar 26, 2019

A recent study conducted by a research team, including University professor and senior research specialist in Social Work Ted Cross, focuses on discovering...

Students rehearse for "Because I Am Your Queen" (a feminist fantasia) at the Illinois Theatre on March 13. The all-female cast enjoys the historic and empowering show.

“Because I Am Your Queen” showcases feminism on, off stage

By Zulema Herrera, Contributing Writer Mar 26, 2019

Dr. Kirsten Pullen became the first female head of the theater department in 2017. As a result, she has helped bring the all-female show “Because I am...

The Women’s Resources Center is located at 616 E. Green St. in Champaign. The UI Senate has passed a resolution increasing funds going toward the WRC to provide more resources for students.

Senate approves minority funding

By Eunice Alpasan, Staff writer Mar 25, 2019

Funds to hire two full-time confidential advisers at the Women’s Resources Center were approved by the University to meet increased workload demand....

Chaz Ebert, wife of the late Roger Ebert, presents 99 Homes at the 16th annual Ebertfest at The Virginia Theater on April 18, 2015. Ebertfest will take place this year at the Virginia Theatre from April 10-13.

Ebertfest adds virtual reality demonstration to festival

By The Daily Illini Staff Report Mar 23, 2019

The full schedule for Roger Ebert’s film festival, Ebertfest, was released earlier this week. This year, a virtual reality demonstration showing short...

Matthew Walters on campus in an industrial design class. Walters considered opening his own boot company on campus before graduating in 2012 and working as a designer for Under Armour for five years before creating CODDI.

Alumnus starts fashionable, practical boot brand

By Jared Ebanks, Contributing Writer Mar 13, 2019

Matthew Walters, University alumnus, created his own lifestyle and hiking boot company, CODDI. The unique name of the company is a shortened version of...

Fabian Guerrero, sophomore in the College of Fine arts, happily greets incoming freshman at the Union on Monday.

Tour guides share their school pride with prospective students

By Anna Pevey, Staff Writer Mar 12, 2019

When Alexsandra Taylor was a nervous high school senior visiting the University, she was comforted by the student tour guides and the enthusiasm they...

On Friday, Stephen Sears, associate professor in FAA, points to a section of a map where his students worked on a long-term project for his class.

Landscape architecture earns national recognition

By Luis Velazquez, Staff writer Mar 11, 2019

With a total of 60 students, one of the smallest departments at the University, the Department of Landscape Architecture, may not always receive acknowledgement...

Burritos made by the chefs at Maize Mexican Grill are placed on the counter inside the restaurant on Sunday.

Por qué no los dos: Maize talks location

By Rohit Jammu, Contributing Writer Mar 7, 2019

Those who enter Maize are greeted by the ding of a bell above the door, the smell of freshly made nachos and quesadillas and a rush of heat from behind...