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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
Junior Guadalupe Pineda on the Main Quad. March 2, 2016. Photo by Lily Katz

In between worlds

By Alice Smelyansky • Mar 17, 2016

In between worlds: The story of UI's only deaf student

By Alice Smelyansky • Mar 16, 2016
Portrait of Jon Hustedt.

Bone marrow drive to be held in memory of UI student

By Alice Smelyansky • Mar 13, 2016
Girl (10-12) making bed, rear view

?Spring cleaning: don’t be a sloth

By Alice Smelyansky • Feb 25, 2016
The Chipotle on Green St. was one of several locations involved in a data breach of several of the chain's locations. The campus location was vulnerable from March 25 to April 18.

Chipotle habits change for some UI students

By Alice Smelyansky • Feb 3, 2016
Cozad Competition opens entrepreneurial world for all who compete

Cozad Competition opens entrepreneurial world for all who compete

By Alice Smelyansky • Jan 31, 2016
Odesza to perform this Saturday in Chicago

Odesza to perform this Saturday in Chicago

By Alice Smelyansky • Nov 19, 2015
Libby Kacich with her family.

Stories of Strength: Libby

By Alice Smelyansky • Oct 28, 2015
Photo courtesy of Margaret Lawhorn

UI student appreciates one more Thanksgiving with her sister

By Alice Smelyansky • Oct 20, 2015
Spotlight Survivor: Maureen Parks

Spotlight Survivor: Maureen Parks

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Oct 30, 2014
Associate Chancellor Robin Kaler stands in front of the Alma Mater. When Alma changes outfits, Kaler is the one who dresses her up.

Survivor Spotlight: Robin Kaler

By Alice Smelyansky • Oct 16, 2014

Student textbook startup to be featured on “Shark Tank”

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Mar 20, 2014
George Gollin speaks at a public forum held for candidates for Congressional representation of the 13th district of Illinois on Friday, Feb. 20 at Champaign City Council Chambers.

University professor runs for Congress, aims to fix what’s ‘broken’ in government

By Alice Smelyansky • Mar 17, 2014
At Face(book) Value

At Face(book) Value

By Alice Smelyansky • Mar 4, 2014

Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian speaks at Siebel Center

By Alice Smelyansky • Feb 18, 2014

When (and how) to settle landlord disputes

By Alice Smelyansky • Feb 11, 2014

Campus Comedy Showcase brings new talent to campus comedy scene

By Alice Smelyansky • Feb 11, 2014
Creating space through “Gakked”

Creating space through “Gakked”

By Alice Smelyansky • Feb 6, 2014
Consisting of four ingredients, Saltine Toffee Crisps are simple and delicious treats that satisfy both one’s sweet and salty cravings.

Dish of the Week: Four-ingredient Saltine Toffee Crisps

By Alice Smelyansky • Jan 28, 2014
Saajan Patel, left, Michael Bosworth, Naomi Liu, Jasmine Joda and Joshua Wolken pose for a photo after competing in the PricewaterhouseCoopers’ annual accounting challenge in New York City. 

Business students compete in national PricewaterhouseCoopers competition

By Alice Smelyansky • Jan 21, 2014

Twizted Yard Show emphasizes Greek unity

By Alice Smelyansky • Dec 11, 2013

Rusching for success

By Alice Smelyansky • Dec 10, 2013

A frozen New Year’s Eve

By Alice Smelyansky • Dec 10, 2013
Celebrating 50 years of education at sea

Celebrating 50 years of education at sea

By Alice Smelyansky • Dec 2, 2013
UI student appreciates one more Thanksgiving with her sister

UI student appreciates one more Thanksgiving with her sister

By Alice Smelyansky • Nov 21, 2013
Buy-and-sell CU Facebook page to host first community sale event

Buy-and-sell CU Facebook page to host first community sale event

By Alice Smelyansky • Nov 7, 2013

UI alumnus, wife leave careers to open winery

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Oct 30, 2013

Trans* community supports the power of choice and finding its meaning

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Oct 21, 2013

Home sweet home cooking

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Sep 25, 2013

Fulfilling dreams, one bead at a time

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Sep 4, 2013

New lease on life: UI student thankful for doctor who cured her mysterious pain

By Alice Smelyansky, Staff writer • Nov 14, 2012