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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
The Block I student section holds up cards spelling "coming" in "Homecoming" during halftime of the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. Homecoming is a great time to get involved on campus.

[Photo] Homecoming Week features combination of in-person, virtual events

By Thomas DeMouy, Staff Writer • October 6, 2021
The Orange Krush student section shouts at a game between the Illini men’s basketball team and Minnesota at State Farm Center Jan. 30, 2020.

[Photo] Illinois sports lows make highs worth waiting for

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • April 25, 2021
People enjoy a warm day on the Main Quad on Oct. 7.

[Photo] University announces additional paid days off for employees

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, News Editor • April 1, 2021
Lovie Smith stands near the Illini during warmups in the Redbox Bowl on Dec. 30. Smith has been fired as Illinois' head coach, leaving uncertainty for the future.

[Photo] Column: Illinois’ skid casts doubt on future

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • December 13, 2020
The Illinois volleyball team huddles up in a match against Michigan on Nov. 1, 2019. The volleyball team was one of the many Illinois programs to have players sign National Letters of Intent on Wednesday.

[Photo] Illinois athletics receives National Letters of Intent from dozens of athletes on Signing Day

By Daily Illini Sports Staff • November 11, 2020
A cob of corn sits on a rack during the Urbana Sweetcorn Fest in 2016. The Urbana Business Association has canceled the in-person activities for the festival this year due to COVID-19.

[Photo] Sweetcorn Festival cancels in-person activities

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • May 21, 2020
Illinois Head Coach Nancy Fahey shouts at her team from the sideline during the game against Nebraska at State Farm Center on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019. The Illini lost 77-67.

[Photo] Illinois hires another Marquette coach

By Claire O, Staff Writer • April 16, 2020
Josh Whitman, UI Director of Athletics, meeting with the press in the Hall of Fame Room at the Bielfeldt Athletics Administration Building on Mar. 8, 2018.

[Photo] Change is coming: Paying college athletes

By Rachel Spencer, Staff writer • November 18, 2019
Illinois forward Makena Silber (20) dribbles the ball during the game against Indiana at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018. The Illini won 1-0 in double overtime.

[Photo] Illinois earns fourth consecutive loss against Maryland

By Claire O’Brien, Staff Writer • October 8, 2019
Illinois outside hitter Megan Cooney (15) spikes the ball during the match against Nebraska in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament at the Target Center on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Nebraska defeated Illinois 3-2.

[Photo] Illini win against Boilermakers 3-1

By Brendyn Jones, Staff Writer • October 8, 2019
Illinois' Asuka Kawai celebrates during the match against Notre Dame at Atkins Tennis Center on Friday, Feb. 8. The Illini won 4-3.

[Photo] Kawai competes in 2019 Oracles ITA Masters

By Danielle Rhody, Contributing Writer • October 2, 2019
Illinois guard Arieal Scott (3) drives to the basket during the game against Indiana State at State Farm Center on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018. The Illini won 75-57.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball player Arieal Scott leaves team

By JJ Kim, Assistant Sports Editor • October 1, 2019
Illinois outside hitter Beth Prince (8) spikes the ball during the match against Nebraska in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament at the Target Center on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Nebraska defeated Illinois 3-2.

[Photo] Illini volleyball strives to come back stronger from weekend losses

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer • September 12, 2019
Illinois midfielder Arianna Veland (23) heads the ball during the game against Indiana at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018. The Illini won 1-0 in double overtime.

[Photo] Illini travel to California for first time since 2012

By Claire O’Brien, Staff Writer • September 3, 2019
Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) dribbles around a defender during the game against Northwestern in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament at the United Center on Wednesday, March 13, 2019.

[Photo] Students satisfied with manually-generated finals schedules

By Ethan Simmons, Staff Writer • May 2, 2019
Participants of 2017 National Eating Disorders Association Walk. The walk, hosted by the University Counseling Center in partnership with the NEDA, raises money and awareness for eating disorders.

[Photo] University raises awareness for eating disorders

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • April 2, 2019
Students studying and meeting up for group projects at the Gies College of Business atruim on Nov 14, 2018. Gies' MBA programs will be available solely online following the graduation of the current class, following trends of anytime and anywhere education programs.

[Photo] Gies College of Business receives $50,000

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • March 27, 2019
Papa Del's is known for their delicious deep-dish pizza and is located at 1201 S. Neil St., Champaign, IL. On Nov. 14, they learned of a security that may have put customer's personal information at risk.

[Photo] Papa Del’s announces data breach occurrence

By Daniel Renteria, Staff Writer • March 20, 2019
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood watches his team from the sideline during the game against Indiana at the State Farm Center on Thursday. The Illini lost 92-74 in their final home game of the season.

[Photo] Fair Pay to Play Act sparks controversy among coaches

October 4, 2019
Jeffrey Allen, a student from King College Prep, signed his letter of intent with the University of Illinois today during the Football National Letter of Intent Signing Day Program in Chicago, Feb. 6, 2008. Three players, including Allen, from Chicago Public Schools signed with Illinois.

[Photo] Former Illini compete in NFL playoffs

January 22, 2019
The Champaign Fire Department, located at 307 S. Randolph St. The Illinois Public Pension Fund Association and Northern Illinois University will be holding several sessions across the state to aid police officers and firefighters who may be dealing with PTSD.

[Photo] Urban Outfitters closes for good

By Jose Zepeda, Assistant Daytime News Editor • January 16, 2019
Students at the Campus Recreation Center East learn why self-care is important to their well-being and health through a two-hour yoga workshop in Nov. 2017. Yoga is one of the five workshop themes in Campus Recreation Self-Care Workshop series.

[Photo] Healthy habits help decrease stress levels

By Clare Budin, Staff Writer • December 13, 2018
Seniors Carolina Ratz (8) and Hope Breslin (10) high-five to celebrate a goal against Northern Illinois on Aug. 26. The Illini won 8-0.

[Photo] Illinois splits Big Ten games, loses win streak

By Evan Viscioni, Contributing Writer • September 19, 2018
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[Photo] Illini come home to Huff Hall

By Brian Binz, Staff Writer • September 13, 2018
Students walk to and from class on the Main Quad in Urbana, Illinois.

[Photo] UIPD enforces special traffic rules for bicycles

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • September 14, 2018
Outside hitter Jacqueline Quade prepares to spike the ball in Illinois’ game against Wisconsin on Nov. 17.

[Photo] Obama’s visit brightens students’ rainy day

By Gillian Dunlop, Managing Editor for Reporting • September 10, 2018
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House serves The Daily Illini Dish of the Week, a beef brisket drizzled with Georgia peach barbecue sauce and a side of sweet potato fries. The restaurant, located on Broadway Ave. in Urbana, usually has a line of people outside waiting to eat just before it opens every day.

[Photo] Great places to wine and dine mom this weekend

April 12, 2018
Rachael Donovan performs her beam routine during Illinois' meet against Michigan on Jan. 19, 2018. Illinois lost to Michigan 194.325 to 194.975.

[Photo] Shots fired at Urbana house party

By Jessica Bursztynsky, News Editor • January 21, 2018
Illinois goalkeeper Jaelyn Cunningham takes a goal kick during the game against Northwestern at Illinois Soccer Stadium on Saturday, October 7, 2017. The Illini won 1-0.

[Photo] Illinois loses at Michigan after late scoring burst

By Miles Powers-Huang, Contributing writer • October 24, 2017
The front entrance of the Main Library located on Gregory Drive.

[Photo] Main Library to remain or remodel

By Daniel Jin, Columnist • January 22, 2019
The Disability Resources and Educational Services offers resources to those with disabilities at the University. On Thursday, DRES will host a series of events and activities to celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

[Photo] UI professor leaves after email scandal refusing to accommodate student

By Jessica Bursztynsky, News editor • September 12, 2017
Sarah Fischer The Daily Illini The Farmer Market outside the Illini Union displays its produce for all the Quad to see on Thursday, May 23, 2013.

[Photo] Slice Factory comes a long way to campus

By Haipei Wu, Staff writer • September 6, 2017
Workers are repairing the Altgeld Bell Tower. After being dismissed, many chimes players are not sure they’ll come back.

[Photo] Chimes players may not return after fellow player’s dismissal

By Luke Cooper, Staff Writer • May 8, 2017
Cody Jones, senior in LAS, performs the chime in Altgeld Hall on Sept. 19, 2015. Jones waits for updates on the status of the tower’s restorations.

[Photo] University strikes a low note with Altgeld chimes player

By Luke Cooper, Staff Writer • April 3, 2017
LaKale Malone coaches on the sideline during an Illinois women's basketball game in February.

[Photo] Who's next for Illinois women's basketball?

March 14, 2017
Potential new members head into Foellinger Auditorium to meet with their recruitment counselors before receiving their official sorority bids.

[Photo] Greek, LGBT sorority women work to combine best of both worlds

By Karen Liu, Staff Writer • March 13, 2017
Illinois' Janile Rogers attempts the long jump in the Orange & Blue Meet at the Armory on Saturday Feb. 20, 2016.

[Photo] Illinois jumpers put on strong performance at Music City Challenge

By Chris Kennedy, Staff writer • February 12, 2017
A view of the chime in the Altgeld Hall bell tower. The chime will play "Archaea" simultaneously with the McFarland Carillon as part of the Sesquicentennial.

[Photo] "Archaea" unites University on sesquicentennial

February 13, 2017
Illinois' Madie Baillon returns the ball in a match against Michigan State last April at the Atkins Tennis Center.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis looks for first victory of spring season

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • January 26, 2017
Illinois' Alex Diab performs his routine at the meet against Michigan on March 12, 2016.

[Photo] Illinois wins all seven event titles at Arizona State competition

By Tatiania Perry, Staff writer • January 23, 2017
Students study in the common area of the Business Instructional Facility.

[Photo] Accounting department struggles to employ steady numbers

By Angelica LaVito, Staff Writer • January 23, 2017
Illinois' Chandler Eggleston performs his routine at the meet against Michigan on March 12, 2016.

[Photo] Illinois men’s gymnastics opens season with third consecutive Windy City Invite win

By Tatiania Perry, Staff writer • January 19, 2017
Students gather at Alma Mater to march through the Quad and down Green Street in order to protest President Elect Donald Trump on Friday.

[Photo] Editorial: Trump inauguration should spur student action

By The Daily Illini Editorial Board • January 19, 2017
Students plan to gather to watch the Inauguration on Friday, Jan. 20th, just as they watched the Presidential election and Presidential debates this past fall.

[Photo] University organizations react to Trump Inauguration

By Andrea Flores, Staff Writer • January 18, 2017
Sam Stratford, sophomore, swims backstroke in the 400 yard IM at the Fighting Illini Dual Meet Spectacular in the ARC Pool on October 16, 2015. Stratford claimed the 200 IM individual first-place honors against Iowa State.

[Photo] Illinois women’s swim & dive finish 1-3 over Winter Break

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor • January 17, 2017
Illinois' Isaiah Martinez starting off strong against Penn State's Jason Nolf during the wrestling match vs. Penn State at Huff Hall on January 23, 2016.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling drops match against No. 4 Ohio State

By Thomas Polcyn, Assistant sports editor • January 17, 2017
Illinois' Tyson Bull performs a routine on the parallel bars during the meet against Stanford at Huff Hall on Friday, March 6, 2017. Bull helped the Illini win the Windy City Invitational with a title on the horizontal bar.

[Photo] Illini men’s gymnastics wins third straight Windy City Invitational

By Thomas Polcyn, Assistant sports editor • January 17, 2017
Illinois' Micheal Hyc winds up during the weight throw in the Orange & Blue Meet at the Armory on Saturday Feb. 20, 2016.

[Photo] Illinois men’s track wins five event titles to secure Illini Classic

By Thomas Polcyn, Assistant sports editor • January 17, 2017
Edward Feser, Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs is leaving University of Illinois for a position at Oregon State University.

[Photo] Updated: Interim Provost Ed Feser leaving University for Oregon State

By Angelica LaVito, Staff writer • January 10, 2017
Illinois' Samantha Stratford swims the 100 yard butterfly event during the meet against Nebraska at the ARC on Jan. 24, 2015. The Illini won 171-129.

[Photo] Illinois swim and dive team has promising start

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • December 12, 2016
Illinois's Ines Vias played Michigan State on April 22, 2016. Illini won 4-3.

[Photo] Women’s tennis looks to spring season

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • December 12, 2016
Lining up before the race begins, runners Joe Crowlin, Garrett Lee, Luke Brahm, and Caleb Hummer stand ready to run the Illini Open at the Arboretum on Oct. 21, 2016.

[Photo] Illini make NCAA tournament; first time in 30 years

By Tatiana Perry, Staff writer • December 12, 2016
President-elect Timothy L. Killeen listens intently during the board of trustees meeting at the Illini Union on March 12, 2015. He announced a plan to provide more financial aid to middle class students.

[Photo] Taking a look back at administration throughout the semester

By Megan Jones and Angelica LaVito • December 12, 2016
Students pet one of the therapy dogs at the UGL during finals week for relaxation.

[Photo] Free Reading Day activities provide stress relief

December 9, 2016
Espresso Royale’s Feel Better Tea is a mix of the cafe’s Nighty Night, Pharaoh’s Cup and Lemon Zing — mint, chamomile and lemon teas, respectively. This tea is an example of a healthier recipe to try for the new year.

[Photo] New Year's resolutions that you can actually keep

December 5, 2016
Illinois' Dennis Minton performs his routine on the rings at the meet against Michigan on March 12, 2016.

[Photo] Men's gymnastics opens its season with some friendly competition

December 5, 2016
Blood drive at Newman Hall from the American Red Cross.

[Photo] Blood drive to be held on December 2 at the ARC

November 30, 2016
The BeamWork class, led by instructor Sara, works on strength of mind and body.

[Photo] Student Personal Trainers help clients achieve goals

November 30, 2016
A sign welcomes visitors to the Red Herring.

[Photo] Red Herring hosts event against Dakota Access Pipeline

December 1, 2016
President-elect Timothy L. Killeen listens intently during the board of trustees meeting at the Illini Union on Thursday, March 12, 2015.

[Photo] University signs agreement to bring Mexican doctoral students to all three campuses

November 27, 2016
Memorial Stadium held 53,243 attendants during the 2011 Homecoming game against Northwestern at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011. The Illini emerged victorious with a final score of 38-35, keeping their 2011 season record to an undefeated 5-0.

[Photo] Illinois seniors bid farewell to Memorial Stadium for upcoming Iowa game

November 17, 2016
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[Photo] University police continue search for body cameras

November 8, 2016
Illini head football coach Tim Beckman was fired last year. However, UIUC is still handling the consequences of Beckman's actions due to Anthony Durkin's newly filed lawsuit.

[Photo] Former Illinois football player suing University, per report

November 6, 2016
The observatory in Urbana offers resources for students to view the night sky.

[Photo] Parkland planetarium director brings the night sky to life

November 7, 2016
Head coach Nick Fabbrini thought this weekend was a milestone for his program.

[Photo] Illinois hockey impressive under national and familial spotlight

November 7, 2016
Illinois' Tracy Abrams (13) attempts a layup during the game against No. 12 Michigan, at State Farm Center, on Tuesday, March 4. The Illini lost 84-53.

[Photo] Abrams is back and ready to go for the Illini

By Thomas Polcyn • November 7, 2016
Molly Nicholas, alumni, and her dad show the crowd where she got her talent at the Dad's Weekend football game in 1986.

[Photo] Editorial: Activities to keep your dad busy

November 3, 2016
One study published in the BMJ posited that millennial women are rapidly catching up to men when it comes to alcohol intake.

[Photo] Millennial women close historic drinking gap

October 31, 2016
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[Photo] Illini Inn nears the end of its traditions

By Olivia Bienvenue, Contributing Writer • October 27, 2016
Illinois' cheerleaders during the pep rally on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015.

[Photo] Homecoming weekend preview

October 27, 2016
Tracy Abrams (13) looks for an open teammate during the game against West Chester Sunday afternoon at Assembly Hall.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball to compete in 2018 Maui Jim Invitational

October 27, 2016
Voters stand in booths at the Salvation Army in Champaign, on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012.

[Photo] Millennials experience stress in high numbers as election day approaches

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • October 26, 2016
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[Photo] Cultural costumes aren't costumes at all

October 25, 2016
Illinois' Chayce Crouch (7) winds up for a pass during the annual Orange and Blue Spring Game at Memorial Stadium, on Saturday, April 13, 2014. The Blue team won 38-7.

[Photo] Illinois football heads to the Big House to face No. 3 Michigan

By Joey Figueroa, Staff writer • October 20, 2016
An election judge hands a ballot to a voter at the Salvation Army in Champaign, on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012.

[Photo] CUMTD Providing Free Rides to Polling Places on Election Day

By Michael Semeca and Sabrina Yan • October 18, 2016
The Main Quad is just one of three on campus. The grassy space is perfect for going with friends to play frisbee or dog watch.

[Photo] Don’t be afraid to change

By Shankari Sureshbabu, Columnist • October 18, 2016
Forward John Scully (14) skates with the puck during a breakaway during Friday's game against the Ohio Bobcats at the Ice Arena.

[Photo] Former Illini hockey player attempting to make professional team

By Stephen Cohn, Staff writer • October 17, 2016
Megan Kornesczuk, sophomore in Business, prepares to give blood at the Illini Union on Thursday, November 13.

[Photo] Red Cross blood donation to support cancer patients and others needing blood

By Daily Illini Staff Report • October 15, 2016
Amanda McGrory, center, who placed second in the women's wheelchair division of the Boston Marathon on Monday, practices at the Illinois Track Stadium on Monday, April 9, 2007, with teammates Cully Mason, right, and Josh George, left, who placed 10th in the marathon.

[Photo] Bleakney returns to racing with Illinois wheelchair track team

October 13, 2016
After retrieving the ball from the scrum, Mario Lozano drop kicks the ball down the field during the game against Minnesota at the Complex Fields on Saturday, October 17.

[Photo] Illinois club rugby falls to Ohio State

By Brian Binz, Contributing writer • October 10, 2016
(right) Head coach John Groce congratulates guard Khalid Lewis during the game against Notre Dame at the State Farm Center on Wednesday, Dec. 2. Illinois lost 84-79.

[Photo] Mayan Kiir takes official visit with Illinois basketball

By Matt Gertsmeier, Staff writer • October 10, 2016
Mayor Laurel Prussing of Urbana is interviewed by media at Brookens Adminstrative Center Tuesday night. Mayor Prussing won the mayoral election and will serve another four years in office.

[Photo] CU Fresh Start offers second chance to gun violence offenders

By Lilly Mashayek, Staff Writer • October 10, 2016
Students participate in the Illinithon Dance Marathon.

[Photo] Illinithon connects families with fundraisers

By Elizabeth Dudzik, Contributing writer • October 9, 2016
Richard Grant, of Champaign, steps out of the voting booth at the Salvation Army in Champaign, on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012.

[Photo] Things to know on Nov. 8 Election Day

October 31, 2016
An election judge hands a ballot to a voter at the Salvation Army in Champaign, on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012.

[Photo] Early election voting starts in Champaign county

October 3, 2016
Wide receiver Geronimo Allison is embraced by teammates after catching the game-winning touchdown pass with under 10 seconds left in the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Illinois won 14-13.

[Photo] A big win for Illinois football comes with a small margin of defeat

September 29, 2016
Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett hands the ball off to running back Ezekiel Elliott during the game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 14. Illinois lost 28-3.

[Photo] Big Ten East proves its strength over weekend

September 21, 2016
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House serves The Daily Illini Dish of the Week, a beef brisket drizzled with Georgia peach barbecue sauce and a side of sweet potato fries. The restaurant, located on Broadway Ave. in Urbana, usually has a line of people outside waiting to eat just before it opens every day.

[Photo] How to escape a bad date

February 9, 2017
Police officers stand at the corner of Green St. and Sixth St., monitoring the students.

[Photo] Sexual assault at fraternity prompts campus safety notice

February 6, 2017
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