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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
Traverso, Ava

Ava Traverso, Assistant buzz Editor

I’m a junior in NRES and I’ve been at the DI since September of 2018. So far, I’ve worked in production and writing for special sections, so I can’t wait to start as editor. I’m also a buzzfeed unsolved enthusiast and I love sushi.

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The Planned Parenthood clinic in Champaign sits on the corner of Stoughton and Third streets. The office offers several services relating to sexual health to the Champaign-Urbana community.

Consider your birth control options with Planned Parenthood

By Ava Traverso, Assistant buzz Editor • February 11, 2021
A customers browses for produce at the Blue Moon Farms stand on May 19, 2018. The Market at the Square offers a variety of locally-grown produce.

Implement community farmers markets into your grocery routine

By Ava Traverso • September 21, 2020
Students enrolled in a Statistics class listen attentively during a lecture at Lincoln Hall Theater on Dec. 3, 2019.

Student ambassadors offer unique spin on RSO experience

By Ava Traverso • August 19, 2020
Students gather in front of the Lester H. Swanlund Administration Building during the Climate Strike protest on Dec. 6, 2019.

Consider these sustainable dorm-life swaps

By Ava Traverso • August 17, 2020
An illustration created by the CDC depicts the structure of the coronavirus. Students and faculty will adjust to partially-online classes and a socially-distanced campus during the fall semester.

Students prepare essential items for online classes during pandemic

By Ava Traverso • July 31, 2020
Find your signature drink based off of your dorm

Find your signature drink based off of your dorm

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • February 17, 2020
Career Center employee and student, Shoptorshi Rahman, walks through a sample resume with Alexis Young on January 24. Academic advisors are available to assist with student problems.

Be advised: college planning

By Ava Traverso, Special sections editor • January 27, 2020
he Career Center is located on 715 S. Wright St. It offers students many resources free of charge.

Dominate your next job hunt

By Ava Traverso, Special sections Editor • January 27, 2020
Patrons of Exile on Main Street shop for vinyl records on April 13.

Avoid gift-giving monotony by shopping small

By Ava Traverso, Special sections editor • December 5, 2019
A Christmas tree stands in the Murphy Gallery at the University YMCA on December 3.

Flourish in spirit during finals season

By Ava Traverso, Special sections editor • December 5, 2019
A dorm room in FAR is pictured on Sunday. Hunting for a roommate can be a source of stress.

Simplify your hunt for next year’s roommate

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • October 21, 2019
Avoid giving in to pressure to sign early

Avoid giving in to pressure to sign early

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • October 21, 2019
The Marching Illini perform their halftime routine at the Homecoming football game. The game was against Purdue and took place on Oct. 13, 2018.

Take part in UI Homecoming celebration

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • October 14, 2019
The class of 2019 homecoming court poses for a photo on the balcony of Foellinger Auditorium. The 20 candidates that were selected to serve on the court are viewed as role models for their peers and outstanding representatives of the University of Illinois student body.

Meet UI’s 2019 Homecoming Court

By Ava Traverso • October 14, 2019

Infants expect leaders to intervene by 17 months

By Ava Traverso, Technograph Editor • September 26, 2019

Grad student balances research and sorority life

By Ava Traverso, Technograph Editor • September 26, 2019
Representatives of Registered Student organizations stand behind their organizations booths on Quad Day on Aug. 26. When faced with difficult times in college, it's important to also enjoy yourself.

Struggles turn into successes in college

By Ava Traverso, Special sections editor • August 25, 2019
Students enter the Ikenberry Dining Center on May 1.

Keep your health in mind with dining choices

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections editor • August 23, 2019
Students fill the Main Quad on Aug. 26, 2018. Quad Day is an exclusive opportunity to get an idea of the kinds of RSOs are on campus.

Festivals introduce Midwestern culture

By Ava Traverso, Special sections Editor • August 20, 2019

Make new friends in college easily

By Ava Traverso, Special sections Editor • May 24, 2019
Indian School of Business students throw their caps after the graduation ceremony in Hyderabad, India. Special sections editor Ava urges graduates to be optimistic about the future.

Look forward to what comes next

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • April 29, 2019
The Alma Mater statue is located on the corner of Wright and Green streets and is the site for many memorable photos.

Oh, the places you’ll go … to take graduation photos

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • April 29, 2019
Professors prove ‘junk’ DNA has a purpose

Professors prove ‘junk’ DNA has a purpose

By Ava Traverso, Technograph Editor • April 26, 2019
Ava Traverso and her mother visit the American Girl Doll store in downtown Chicago in 2002. This is among one of the earliest memories she has with her mother.

The Daily Illini runs through two generations

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • April 4, 2019
Give a perfect present

Give a perfect present

By Ava Traverso, Special Sections Editor • April 4, 2019
University experts warn of false information regarding vaccinations

University experts warn of false information regarding vaccinations

By Ava Traverso, Technograph Writer • March 7, 2019
Exercise in comfort of your own space

Exercise in comfort of your own space

By Ava Traverso, Staff Writer • February 18, 2019
Impress future employers with your profile

Impress future employers with your profile

By Ava Traverso, Staff Writer • January 28, 2019
The Margie K. and Louis N. Cohen Center for Jewish Life, located at 504 E. John St. in Champaign. Ava Traverso writes that we should become more educated about different religious celebrations and traditions this holiday season.

There’s more to holiday season than Christmas

By Ava Traverso, Staff Writer • December 3, 2018
Study reveals climate change, hurricane size go hand-in-hand

Study reveals climate change, hurricane size go hand-in-hand

By Ava Traverso, Technograph Writer • November 15, 2018
Give your dad the ultimate Illini experience

Give your dad the ultimate Illini experience

By Ava Traverso, Contributing Writer • November 1, 2018

A dad: a legend and a legacy

By Ava Traverso, Staff Writer • November 1, 2018

Illinois remembers, celebrates meaning behind 108-year tradition

By Ava Traverso, Contributing Writer • October 8, 2018
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