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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
Chiara Awatramani

Chiara Awatramani, Columnist

Hello! My name is Chiara Awatramani, and I’m a sophomore studying English and Psychology. I love to read realistic and historical fiction. My favorite authors include Arundhati Roy, Amitav Ghosh, Ocean Vuong, Amor Towles and Haruki Murakami among others. I love working out as well with a focus on powerlifting.

Reach me at [email protected]

Opinion | LGBTQ+ community perpetuates gender binary perceptions

Opinion | LGBTQ+ community perpetuates gender binary perceptions

By Chiara Awatramani, Senior Columnist • April 4, 2022
Opinion | Antidepressants warrant caution with use

Opinion | Antidepressants warrant caution with use

By Chiara Awatramani, Senior Columnist • February 11, 2022
Opinion | Straight spaces crush campus LGBTQ+ scene

Opinion | Straight spaces crush campus LGBTQ+ scene

By Chiara Awatramani, Senior Columnist • February 9, 2022
Students study for finals on the first floor of Grainger Library on May 6, 2019. Columnist Chiara Awatramani believes to decrease stress for finals students should take a break from studying.

Opinion | Leave time for yourself during finals preparation

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • December 8, 2021
A scene from the Netflix show "Elite" of a Muslim character, Nadia Shanaa, who is played by Mina El Hammani. Columnist Chiara Awatramani believes that western media misrepresents Muslims and Islam culture.

Opinion | Western media has a problem portraying Islam

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • November 12, 2021
Two people hover over a pot making dinner on May 5, 2010. Columnist Chiara Awatramani believes it is better to save money by cooking at home then going out to eat.

Opinion | Save money by cooking, not eating out

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • October 4, 2021
Opinion | Graduate early, rescue yourself from debt

Opinion | Graduate early, rescue yourself from debt

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • September 30, 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.

Opinion | University meal plans should partner with local restaurants

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • September 8, 2021
Opinion | Traveling does not need to be expensive

Opinion | Traveling does not need to be expensive

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • May 5, 2021
Students sit on the quad enjoying a nice spring day. Students all enjoy the quad no matter their age.

DI Voices | Freshman year yields momentous opportunities

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • April 21, 2021
Opinion | Public transportation exceeds time-consuming driving

Opinion | Public transportation exceeds time-consuming driving

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • April 2, 2021
Opinion | Americans will one day embrace the ‘Flexitarian’ diet

Opinion | Americans will one day embrace the ‘Flexitarian’ diet

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • March 4, 2021
Opinion | Duolingo is a realistic way to learn

Opinion | Duolingo is a realistic way to learn

By Chiara Awatramani, columnist • February 15, 2021
Opinion | Plan your finances, minimize debt

Opinion | Plan your finances, minimize debt

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • November 14, 2020
A student runs around the indoor track at the ARC on Feb. 29. Columnist Chiara discusses the negatives of wearing a mask while working out.

Opinion | Mask requirement hinders athletic achievement

By Chiara Awatramani, Columnist • October 27, 2020
Opinion | Reading remains a pastime of the past

Opinion | Reading remains a pastime of the past

By Chiara Awatrama, Columnist • October 16, 2020
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