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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
Graduate student Xuehui Chao works the virtual reality system for ANTH 399, currently in development, in Davenport Hall on Sep. 19.

[Photo] Dig deep: VR redefines learning about archaeology

By Arielle Kramer, Staff Writer • Sep 20, 2018
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[Photo] Breaking down clubs on campus

By Camille Baer, Feature’s editor • Aug 24, 2018
Students in the peak hours of Quad Day in August 2017. Social media director Kelly gives advice on how to navigate Quad Day chaos.

[Photo] How to say ‘no’ at Quad Day

By Kelly Johnson, Social Media Director • Aug 24, 2018
Yingying Zhang's family and boyfriend speak to The Daily Illini from their house on October 27. Saturday marks the one-year anniversary of Zhang's alleged kidnapping.

[Photo] Yingying Zhang’s boyfriend, Xiaolin Hou, makes statement regarding anniversary of disappearance

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • Jun 7, 2018
Chancellor Robert Jones speaks at the sesquicentennial celebration at the Krannert Center on Feb. 28. Seven University faculty members were awarded the 2017 Chancellor’s Academic Professional Excellence Award.

[Photo] Sesquicentennial celebrations at the University come to a close

May 7, 2018
Women receive sorority bids at Foellinger Auditorium on Sept. 12, 2017. Social media director Kelly explains how Greek life is a great way for new students to get involved in campus life and make friends who share similar interests.

[Photo] Five Illinois alumni inducted into fraternity and sorority hall of fame

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • Apr 21, 2018
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[Photo] Dylan Meyer competes in the PGA TOUR

By Tatiania Perry, Assistant sports editor • Mar 15, 2018
A bartender serves drinks to people celebrating in KAM's on Unofficial on March 2. Assistant features editor Marissa explains official and unofficial University traditions students can choose to take part in.

[Photo] Bring the luck, then go drinking

By Yifan Gu, Staff Writer • Mar 1, 2018
Patrons of Kam's hang out in the beer garden during Unofficial on Friday.

[Photo] Frequently asked questions about Unofficial

By Arden Youn, Staff Writer • Mar 1, 2018
Students exit Kam's during Unofficial on Mar. 3, 2017.

[Photo] University community commits to student safety

By Jiejie Wang, Staff Writer • Mar 1, 2018
Students celebrate Unofficial St. Patrick’s Day. The IFC bans alcohol on Unofficial for safety.

[Photo] IFC imposes restrictions on fraternities for Unofficial

By Rebecca Wood, Staff Writer • Mar 1, 2018
Illinois' Aleks Vukic follows through on a swing in the meet against University of Kentucky on Friday, Feb. 24 at the Atkins Tennis Center in Urbana.

[Photo] Campaigns and classrooms: Two UI students run for state government

By Aaron Navarro, Audio Editor & Assistant News Editor • Feb 8, 2018
Illinois' Aleks Vukic strikes back the ball in the meet against University of Kentucky on Friday, Feb. 24 at the Atkins Tennis Center in Urbana.

[Photo] 4 faculty members selected for endowed chairs

By JieJie Wang, Staff Writer • Feb 5, 2018
A photo of the Art Theatre located on 126 W Church St in Champaign.

[Photo] Students with invisible disabilities call for academic and social accommodation

By Karen Liu, Staff Writer • Nov 2, 2017
From left to right: Ronggao Zhang (Yingying’s father), Lifeng Ye (Yingying’s mother), Xiaolin Hou (Yingying’s boyfriend) and Xinyang Zhang (Yingying’s brother) sit in their rented Urbana home on Thursday.

[Photo] ‘Please tell me where my daughter is’

Oct 28, 2017
The Homecoming Parade will make its way up Wright St. then turn right onto Green St.

[Photo] Homecoming Parade to close streets

Oct 27, 2017
A squirrel gathers leaves near the Undergraduate Library on Feb. 10.

[Photo] We can learn a lot from the bold squirrels on campus

Oct 27, 2017
Christina De Angelo, instructor in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, speaks at the Graduate Employees' Organization protest in front of the Swanlund Administration Building on Thursday.

[Photo] Graduate Employees’ Organization stages protest for contracts

By Niani Scott, News Reporter • Oct 27, 2017
Christina De Angelo, instructor in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, speaks at the Graduate Employees' Organization protest in front of the Swanlund Administration Building on Thursday.

[Photo] Reflecting on the Graduate Employees’ Organization’s semester of protests

Dec 18, 2017
The exterior of The Art Theater is shown on Oct. 22.

[Photo] The Art Theater to host free, child-friendly international film series

Jun 18, 2019
Students wait in line to order at Teamoji on Oct. 16, 2017.

[Photo] Teamoji brings unique drinks to Green Street

Oct 31, 2017
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[Photo] University professor sees future dependence on wearable technology

By Daily Illini Staff Report • Oct 20, 2017
Kevin Troy, sophomore in FAA, has dyed his hair pink in the outline of the breast cancer ribbon every October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for several years. Troy’s mom was diagnosed with breast cancer when he was young, and she died a little over a year ago.

[Photo] ISG supports DACA students through passing a resolution

By Cori Lippert, Staff Writer • Oct 19, 2017
Students wait in line to order at Teamoji on Oct. 16, 2017.

[Photo] Is Teamoji good enough for Green Street?

Oct 17, 2017
Alexandra Diamond performs in the Chicago Extravangza drag show at 51 Main on Saturday, Oct. 14.

[Photo] Drag shows move to 51 Main following C-Street closing

By Marissa Plescia, Staff writer • Oct 17, 2017
Portrait of Duane Northrup.

[Photo] Investigating the dead: An inside look at Champaign County’s coroner

By Karen Liu, Staff Writer • Oct 16, 2017
An emergency phone near the Illini Union on Oct. 14.

[Photo] University police departments on emergency blue lights on campuses

By Rebecca Wood, Staff writer • Oct 16, 2017
Illinois assistant coach Garrick McGee answers questions at a press conference at Memorial Stadium on Monday.

[Photo] Students on the Suburban Express ‘Page of Shame’ speak out

By Olivia Welshans, Contributing writer • Oct 12, 2017
The Native American Cultural House on Nevada.

[Photo] NAISO and NAH host film screening, continue push for Columbus Day name change

Oct 11, 2017
Illinois assistant coach Garrick McGee answers questions at a press conference at Memorial Stadium this Monday.

[Photo] That was the best loss that the Illini have had all year

Oct 11, 2017
Washington Park, often referred to as Frat Park for the high number

[Photo] A call to disband fraternities and sororities

By Rubab Hyder, Columnist • Oct 10, 2017
Children work on paper snakes and learn about the Amazon rainforest at the Champaign Library on Oct. 7th for Children's Day, a popular holiday celebrated in Brazil on the 12th.

[Photo] Brazilian Children's Day teaches community families about Brazilian culture

Oct 10, 2017
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk speaks at a Q&A in the Illini Union on Thursday, Oct. 5.

[Photo] Conservative event met with peaceful protesting

By Jose Zepeda, Contributing writer • Oct 7, 2017
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[Photo] University continues to achieve recycling initiative

By Luke Cooper, Staff writer • Oct 5, 2017
Portrait of the Theia Vision team.

[Photo] Theia Vision: helping the blind navigate the world

By Cori Lippert, Contributing writer • Oct 2, 2017
Legends Bar & Grill displays sign to commemorate the death of Hugh Hefner. The Daily Illini Editorial Board addresses the contention of honoring Hefner's work and lifestyle.

[Photo] Hugh Hefner, a multifaceted and controversial life

Sep 28, 2017
A portrait of Ana Rodas.

[Photo] Undocumented and unbothered

By James Boyd, Staff writer • Sep 28, 2017
Slice Factory opened on Green Street on Thursday. The Editorial Board hopes it serves as a good late-night option.

[Photo] Slice Factory has some big shoes to fill

By The Daily Illini Editorial Board • Sep 25, 2017
A portrait of José Ángel N. in the Literature and Languages library.

[Photo] Out with the old, Inn with the new

By Luke Cooper and Kevin Delgado • Sep 14, 2017
University student Grace Mladenik (center) is consoled while telling the story of her father that passed away in 9/11 to the crowd in front of Alma Mater for the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony.

[Photo] University commemorates 9/11 with candlelight vigil

By Aaron Brennen, Staff writer • Sep 12, 2017
The Natural History Building has reopened after three years of renovations. The new building is structured in a way that not only retains its old character, but is also conducive to teaching students.

[Photo] Horror movie set no more, Natural History Building comes back to life

By Jessica Bursztynsky • Sep 10, 2017
Ice Girls is a new RSO created by Amanda Wang, senior in ACES, to help promote the Division 1 hockey team at the University.

[Photo] New RSO ‘Ice girls’ wants Men’s Hockey to achieve NCAA standing

By Olivia Bievenue, Staff writer • Sep 10, 2017
A memorial for Yingying Zhang on Goodwin and Clark.

[Photo] Chinese community remains positive despite kidnapping

By Karen Liu, Staff writer • Sep 10, 2017
LAS senior Nancy Ramirez-Blancas is an undocumented student and president of the Illinois Coalition Assisting Undocumented Students’ Education. She says that based on what she sees and who she talks to, there’s hundreds of other undocumented students at the University.

[Photo] Support systems for DACA students coming together

By Aaron Navarro, On-air news editor • Sep 10, 2017
A student speaks to crowds in front of Alma Mater gathering to protest President Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) earlier this year.

[Photo] University officials respond to DACA stoppage

By Aaron Navarro, On-Air News Editor • Sep 6, 2017
Demonstrators take part in Take Back the Night, an event aimed at raising awareness around sexual violence, on April 6th, 2017. The event was part of Sexual Assault Awareness month, of which Students Against Sexual Assault was a co-sponsor.

[Photo] Students Against Sexual Assault advocates for awareness

Sep 6, 2017
Graffiti on a bathroom stall in Altgeld Hall.

[Photo] Uphold the student code

Sep 6, 2017
The Hopscotch Bakery + Market. Owner Kaya Tate recently opened a new John Street location in Champaign.

[Photo] Local bakery brings nostalgia with neighborhood corner store

By Megan Bradley, Staff writer • Sep 5, 2017
Portrait of Trustee Stuart King.

[Photo] Former KAM's DJ turned UI Board member

Sep 5, 2017
Turning Point USA

Photo Gallery: Quad Day 2017

By Brian Bauer • Aug 29, 2017
212 East Green Street is campus' newest apartment building.

[Photo] New campus apartments size up to competition

Aug 29, 2017
212 East Green Street is campus' newest apartment building.

[Photo] New campus apartments size up to competition

By Bianca Reyes, Staff writer • Aug 29, 2017
Patrons of KAM's fill up the bar during Unofficial St. Patrick's Day on March 3. Columnist Leah knows walking home from bars alone can be scary, but urges students to have each other's backs.

[Photo] Be an ally to women walking home alone

Aug 28, 2017
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