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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

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Cameron Krasucki

Cameron Krasucki, Managing Editor for Visuals

Hi everyone! My name is Cameron and I'm currently a senior majoring in Advertising with a minor in Art & Design because I love all things creative! This is my third year at The Daily Illini and I'm beyond excited to continue pursuing my passion of content creation. Since the Fall of 2019 I've held multiple positions including staff photographer, Assistant Photo Editor, Photo Editor, and all the way up to Managing Editor for Visuals. When I’m not in the newsroom, you can catch me taking photos, watching documentaries, baking intricate recipes, or spending time with my dog 🐾 Bailey. For personal inquiries, feel free to reach out to me through email at [email protected].

Midfielder Sydney Stephens runs along side her Butler opponent in an attempt to steal the ball during their game on Aug. 29. Stephens scored the winning goal in the Illinois soccer game against Toledo.

[Photo] Stephens gets game-winning goal in physical match against Toledo

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • September 12, 2021
A student bikes to Quad Day on Aug 22. Bike to Work Day encourages biking to places instead of driving to them.

[Photo] Bike at Illinois organizes Bike to Work Day

By Royal Shrestha, Staff Writer • September 13, 2021
Members of the ROTC Marine Corps program climb the steps of Memorial Stadium on Sept. 9 to honor first responders in 9/11.

9/11 first responders remembered with stair climb

By Gwyn Skiles and Cameron Krasucki • September 12, 2021
Center Kofi Cockburn walks through a tunnel of teammates preceding the game against Wisconsin Feb. 6. There are five top players that people should look out for as the season approaches.

[Photo] Five Illinois men’s basketball games to watch following conference schedule release

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • September 10, 2021
A group of University of Illinois freshman sit in a circle during the Welcome Celebration in Lot 31 after the New Student Convocation on Aug. 20. The University reported on Wednesday that the 2021-22 freshmen class is the largest class to be enrolled.

[Photo] UI reports largest freshman class in school history

By George Phelan, Staff Writer • September 9, 2021
The Fusion48 asian cuisine restaurant sits inside of the new Illinois State Residence Hall dining area on Aug. 27. Columnist Chiara Awatramani believes University meal plans should partner with local restaurants in the area.

[Photo] Opinion | University meal plans should partner with local restaurants

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • September 8, 2021
Professor Peter Abbamonte teaches a class online on November 2, 2020. Columnist Axel Almanza shares his opinions on the transition between online back to in-person.

[Photo] Opinion | In-person classes means fewer excuses to procrastinate

By Axel Almanza, Columnist • September 7, 2021
Forward Lauren Stibich attempts to steal the ball from her opponent during the game against Butler Aug. 29. The Illinois soccer team fell to Xavier University Thursday night 1-2.

[Photo] Illinois suffer frustrating loss against Xavier

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • September 2, 2021
Illinois English Placement Test Coordinator Rurik Tywoniw completes a rapid COVID-19 test at the ARC on Feb. 1. The University has seen an increase in COVID-19 testing amidst rising cases.

[Photo] UI sees increase in COVID-19 testing amid rising cases

By Vivian La, Assistant Daytime News Editor • September 5, 2021
Big Red, the first human MRI scanner sits on display in the Illinois MRI Exhibit at Beckman Institute on Wednesday afternoon. Late University faculty member Paul Lauterbur invented the machine in 1971, and the device recently celebrated its 50th anniversary.

[Photo] Beckman Institute celebrates 50th anniversary of human MRI scanner

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, News Editor • September 3, 2021
Illinois forward Lauren Stibich completes a throw-in during the game against Butler Sunday afternoon. The soccer team will take on unbeaten Xavier University on Thursday evening.

[Photo] Illinois to take on unbeaten Xavier

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • September 2, 2021
Artwork created by University assistant professor of graphic design and illustration Stacey Robinson line the walls of the University YMCA on Monday evening. The pieces will be on display to the public until Dec. 17.

[Photo] Afrofuturism art exhibit debuts at University YMCA

By Carolina Garibay, buzz Editor • August 31, 2021
The Illinois football team runs out onto the field for the first quarter against Nebraska on Aug. 28.

Gallery | Illini football win over Nebraska

By Lanie Hibel and Cameron Krasucki • August 31, 2021
Midfielder Sydney Stephens sprints to retrieve the ball from her opponent during a game against Butler Sunday afternoon. Illinois lost to the bulldogs today 3-1 at Demirjian Park.

[Photo] Physical, gritty Butler overpowers Illinois

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • August 29, 2021
Premade “I” shaped noodles sit in a holding container at the new ISR dining hall on Friday. The dining facility has reopened at full capacity following a $73 million renovation.

[Photo] ISR dining hall opens to full capacity

By Sophie Casaburi, Staff Writer • September 2, 2021
Junior Ashley Cathro kicks the ball against the University of North Carolina on Aug. 26. The team has much motivation for their upcoming game against Butler on Aug. 29.

[Photo] Illinois looks to bounce back against Butler

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sport Editor • August 29, 2021
A view from inside the new Siebel Center as it opens for students to use. The Siebel Center lets many students, regardless of their major, innovate and create.

[Photo] Siebel Center for Design opens up to students

By Royal Shrestha, Staff Writer • August 29, 2021
Senior defensive back Tony Adams holds back Nebraska wide receiver Samori Toure during the game at Memorial Stadium Saturday afternoon. The Illini came out on top with a 30-22 win against Nebraska.

[Photo] Illinois uses second-half momentum to take down Nebraska in season opener

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 28, 2021
A member of the Illini Flyers twists through the air on the Main Quad during Quad Day on Aug. 22.

Gallery | In-Person Quad Day 2021

By Cameron Krasucki and Lanie Hibel • August 27, 2021
A student walks across the intersection of Green and Second Street on Wednesday afternoon where a shooting took place only a few days ago. University students are concerned for their safety.

[Photo] Campustown shooting leaves students concerned about safety, gun violence

By Vivian La, Assistant Daytime News Editor • August 25, 2021
A welcome celebration is held in Lot 31 after new student convocation at State Farm Center at the MTD Booth. Illinois welcomes new students with open arms.

[Photo] UI welcomes class of 2025 into Illini family

By Willie Cui, Assistant Daytime News Editor • August 24, 2021
Freshman talk with another group of students at the Welcome Celebration in Lot 31 after the New Student Convocation on Friday. Students are both nervous and excited for the beginning of the semester.

[Photo] UI students move in, look forward to upcoming term

By Mona Alrazzaq, Assistant News Editor • August 25, 2021
Students line up at a booth during the Welcome Celebration at lot 31 on Aug. 20. Columnist Samuel Rahman believes college is one of the best times for ones formative years.

[Photo] Opinion | Welcome to your bildungsroman

By Samuel Rahman, Assistant Opinions Editor • August 18, 2021
Three students walk outside of Ikenberry Commons on Aug. 20. There are multiple spots on campus that are easily enjoyed by new students.

[Photo] Where to find action: Check out these spots upon arriving to campus

By Chieh Hsu, Managing Editor for Online • August 15, 2021
Festivalgoers cheer for Megan Thee Stallion at the T-Mobile stage on July 31 at Lollapalooza.

Gallery | Saturday and Sunday festivities at Lollapalooza 2021

By Cameron Krasucki, Photo Editor • August 12, 2021
Rapper Tyler, the Creator performs on the T-Mobile stage while sitting in a boat at Lollapalooza on July 30.

Gallery | Thursday and Friday festivities at Lollapalooza 2021

By Cameron Krasucki, Photo Editor • August 6, 2021
Music Education Major graduates Emmett OBrien, Katie Mitchell, Ollie (dog), Marcus Moone, and Brendon Culloton, enjoy a picnic on the Main Quad. Spend the day exploring the campus to take a breather from your dorm room.

[Photo] It is time to quit the anti-social club

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor • August 6, 2021
Festival goers at Lollapalooza walk between the T-Mobile and Lake Shore stages in Grant Park on Thursday. The Chicago festival took place during a surge in Covid-19 cases.

[Photo] Lollapalooza returns in midst of pandemic

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • August 2, 2021
Ayo Dosunmu looks for teammates during the game against Wisconsin at State Farm Center on Feb. 6. After being selected by the Chicago Bulls, Dosunmu will join a team with depth at the guard position.

[Photo] Dosunmu stays home: Assessing Ayo’s fit with the Chicago Bulls

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • July 29, 2021
Union Hall looks over the Main Quad on Oct. 29, 2020. The University shares in a mass email that they are working on identifying all human remains that were found on campus.

[Photo] UI affirms respectful treatment of human remains on campus, audits existing records

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • July 23, 2021
A nurse writes down that the recipient received their second covid vaccine. People are encouraged to get their covid vaccine in order to stop the spread of the virus.

[Photo] Full herd immunity could become impossible as vaccinations stall, delta variant reaches CU

By Da Yeon Eom, Staff Writer • July 19, 2021
Seth Patterson checks Anirudh Nandella into the ARC Covid-19 testing center on Feb. 1. Shield CU is expanding their testing program to Parkland Community College on Wednesday.

[Photo] SHIELD CU expands to Parkland Community College

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • July 14, 2021
Rita Jasenauskas retrieves water for her garden in Alytus, Lithuania on June 28.

Gallery | How Daily Illini photographers have been spending their summer amidst a flood of reopenings

By Cameron Krasucki, Lanie Hibel, Jacob Wargo, Brigida Dockus and Eliana Chandra • July 6, 2021
Kofi Cockburn dunks during a game against Nebraska Feb. 25. Kofi Cockburn has a choice to make on whether he wants to stay at Illinois for another season or go to the NBA.

[Photo] Column | Dear Kofi: Illinois will get you to the NBA

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • July 4, 2021
Freshman in Engineering Maia DeGuzman works behind the counter at Tenko Tea on March 9. University students can save money in multiple ways by following these helpful tips.

[Photo] Save money at college using these tips

By Aliza Majid, Assistant News Editor • July 15, 2021
Foellinger Auditorium sits on the south side of the Main Quad the morning of June 26. New students should explore what Urbana-Champaign has to offer during their time on campus.

[Photo] Explore CU during your time on campus

By Rohit Jammu, Assistant Features Editors • July 15, 2021
The Illini Union and Main Quad lie empty on June 26. Embracing everything that college has to offer will prepare you for a better college transition.

[Photo] Do not be afraid of transition to college!

By Royal Shrestha, Staff Writer • July 15, 2021
The new Demirjian Park stands at 606 St Marys Road in Champaign April 24. Illinois athletic facilities spark a winning culture on campus.

[Photo] Athletics facilities allow Illinois to establish winning culture on campus

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • July 15, 2021
Spring 2021 Illinois Music Education graduates Brendon Culloton, Marcus Moone, Katie Mitchell, Emmett OBrien, and Ollie (dog) enjoy quality time on the Main Quad the morning of June 26. Columnist Samuel Rahman argues that students should use the governing rule of improv comedy “Yes, and…” to branch out on campus.

[Photo] Opinion | Cautiously “Yes, and…” your first year

By Samuel Rahman, Assistant Opinions Editor • July 15, 2021
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[Photo] Live your life in BOLD, go out of your comfort zone to make friends

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor • July 15, 2021
A pharmacist at the Church of the Living God fills a syringe with a Moderna vaccine on Feb. 20. The University will require all students to be vaccinated for the fall semester.

[Photo] UI System requires students on campus to be vaccinated for fall semester

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • June 21, 2021
Freshman Andre Curbelo dribbles the basketball down the State Farm Center court Feb. 25 against Nebraska. Curbelos top moments from this season are played back.

[Photo] Andre assists: Ranking top 10 Curbelo dishes from last season

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • June 18, 2021
Student Ryan Reeder takes a Covid spit test on Feb. 1. Illinois is moving into phase 5 of the covid plan with everything being fully open.

[Photo] Illinois transitions into Phase 5, fully reopens

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • June 11, 2021
Sophomore Kofi Cockburn gets hyped up by Coach Ron Coleman Jan. 29 for their game against Iowa. While basketball is offseason, questions about the team get answered.

[Photo] Hoops mailbag: DI staff writer breaks down offseason basketball questions

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • June 11, 2021
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[Photo] University professor emeritus, political reporter dies at 92

By Vivian La, Assistant Daytime News Editor • June 10, 2021
Justin Janas walks through the dugout during the game against Purdue April 18. Five players from the Illini baseball team will made the All-Big Ten team this season.

[Photo] Five Illini earn spots on All-Big Ten teams

By Jared Ebanks, Staff Writer • May 30, 2021
A University student holds a funnel attached to a Covid-19 spit test at the ARC on Feb. 1. The SHIELD CU COVID-19 testing program will expand to community members ages 8 and older.

[Photo] SHIELD CU expands testing to community members ages 8 and older

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • May 28, 2021
With Phase 5 starting to come into play, people are still receiving their first dose of the vaccine. People who are vaccinated are encouraged to be cautious around those who are not vaccinated in small spaces.

[Photo] Local businesses anticipate customer influx as Illinois moves into Bridge to Phase 5

By Payal Rathore, Staff Writer • May 27, 2021
Senior Jackson Raper rounds second base and attempts to reach third during the game against Purdue. The Illinois baseball team closed out their final homestand with a series win over Penn State.

[Photo] Illinois closes out final homestand with series win over Penn State

By Jared Ebanks, Staff Writer • May 23, 2021
Biohazard waste bins line the ARC Covid-19 testing center on Feb. 1. The University is decreasing the number of testing sites around campus and will require less testing during the summer for students, faculty, and staff.

[Photo] UI lessens quantity of testing sites, frequency of testing for summer

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Interim Editor-in-Chief • May 18, 2021
The Illinois basketball team celebrates a win against Iowa Jan. 29. Brad Underwood will still have some key players for the fall.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball: Look at 14 thoughts on 14 scholarship players

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • May 17, 2021
Bret Bielema walks off the field after the spring game April 19. As spring football ends, fans got a taste into what fall may look like.

[Photo] Bielema concludes successful first spring ball as head coach

By Josh Pietsch, Assistant On-Air Editor • May 16, 2021
Junior Connor Artman leaps into the air during the long jump event at the Fighting Illini Big Ten Relays April 23. The Illinois track and field team will host the Big Ten Outdoor Championships this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Demirjian Park.

[Photo] Illinois returns to Champaign for Big Ten Outdoor Championships

By Andre Thomas, Staff Writer • May 13, 2021
The Illinois mens basketball team exits the court after the game against Iowa at State Farm Center Jan. 29. As the team just lost two assistants coaches to Kentucky, Chester Frazier is hired to take their place.

[Photo] Assessing assistants: Illinois undergoes coaching turnover, hires Chester Frazier

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • May 11, 2021
Workers at the NuEra cannabis dispensary hang balloons above the entrance April 15. The adult-use dispensary opened on Green Street last month.

[Photo] 2020-2021: Read a year full of stories

By Features Staff • May 10, 2021
Aman Thornton ran outside on April 23 as a middle distance runner.

[Photo] Year in review: DI sports staff reflects on top moments

By The Daily Illini Sports Staff • May 10, 2021
Student Anirudh Nandella deposits his completed University COVID-19 test into a receptacle at the ARC on Feb. 1. Testing at the University allowed for a safe return to campus by effectively identifying and quarantining infected individuals.

[Photo] UI’s COVID-19 testing program passes test of reopening campus

By Willie Cui, Assistant Daytime News Editor • May 10, 2021
Junior Ayo Dosunmu looks for an open pass opportunity at the game against Wisconsin Feb. 6. The Daily Illini named Dosunmu the best men’s player of the year.

[Photo] The Daily Illini sports staff votes on men’s player, women’s player, coaches of the year

By The Daily Illini Sports Staff • May 10, 2021
Illini football players Delano Ware, Moses Okpala, Jartavius Martin, Owen Carney and Khalan Tolson march down First Street to protest police brutality in the black community on Aug. 31.

[Photo] DI reviews top five moments this year

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, News Editor • May 10, 2021
Members of the group Dance2XS UIUC performs a move onstage at the URBANITE Dance Showcase May 1.

Gallery | URBANITE Dance Showcase

By Cameron Krasucki, Photo Editor • May 9, 2021
Workers at the NuEra cannabis dispensary hang balloons above the entrance April 15. The adult-use dispensary opened on Green Street last month.

[Photo] NuEra cannabis dispensary opens on Green Street

By Vivian La, Staff Writer • May 7, 2021
Senior Jackson Raper high fives Tom Jurack after coming off the field during the game against Purdue April 18. The Illinois baseball team is set to play at Illinois Field against Maryland this weekend after seven away games.

[Photo] Illinois returns home to play Maryland after seven games on road

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer • May 7, 2021
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