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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

Gwyn Skiles

Gwyn Skiles, Managing Editor for Reporting

Hello! My name is Gwyn Skiles and I’m a sophomore majoring in Journalism with specializations in Statistics and Economics. This is my second year with The Daily Illini, and I am honored to be able to work for such a remarkable student news outlet. I began working for the DI as a features staff writer, and later became Night Editor and Features Editor. Now, I am the Managing Editor for Reporting. Other than writing for The Daily Illini, I work closely with Professor Chris Evans as a student journalist for Illinois Public Media. In my free time I like to write creatively and watch documentaries. Please email me with any questions — 

Rosemary Ferrara shares her history working in restaurants and the ups and downs that came with it leading up to her current position as a bartender for the Rose Bowl Tavern.

Mixing a cocktail of music, food, service

By Gwyn Skiles, Staff Writer October 25, 2022
An Illini Wildlife & Conservation Club member talks to a student during Quad Day on Aug. 22, 2021. The University provides a wide array of RSOs that provide high energy or relaxing groups.

UI RSOs give opportunities to introverts, extroverts

By Gwyn Skiles, Managing Editor for Reporting August 17, 2022
Illinois football fans play a drinking game during a tailgate before the Homecoming game against Wisconsin on Oct. 9. Managing editor for reporting, Gwyn Skiles, provides 10 tips when it comes to unique situations freshman can experience.

College advice your mom won’t give you

By Gwyn Skiles, Managing Editor for Reporting July 28, 2022
Paula Kamen'wrote columns for The Daily Illini and even became Features Editor during her time. After her time with Illini Media, Kamen wrote the book “All In My Head" and a play called “Jane."

Journalist, Author, Playwright: Paula Kamen holds many titles

By Gwyn Skiles, Managing Editor for Reporting April 9, 2022
Senior Jenna Glassman holds crystals that she sells for her business, SagSun Healing Crystals, on etsy. Glassman is one of many students out there that utilize crystals in improving mental wellness.

Business owner promotes wellness with crystals

By Gwyn Skiles, Managing Editor for Reporting February 2, 2022
The Champaign-Urbana Ballet performs “The Nutcracker” onstage at The Krannert Center for Performing Arts. There are a multitude of places in the CU area to experience some joy this holiday season.

UI, Champaign-Urbana host several holiday events

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor December 1, 2021
University of Illinois President Timothy Killeen  poses for a photo at the President's House in Urbana. Kileen received a raise last year bringing his salary from $600,000 to $835,000.

UI System President Tim Killeen receives raise

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor November 24, 2021
Hyena, a 54-year-old furry, wears a tail in public to express himself and change local prejudices against people who appear different from them.

The man with a tale to tell

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor October 13, 2021
Author Sarah Robinson holds up her new novel "The Secrets of Oakley House" for a photo. Robinson is a Champaign native who was inspired by the victorian home and their stories in the area to write her first book.

Champaign author publishes first novel

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor August 18, 2021
Music Education Major graduates Emmett O'Brien, 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.

It is time to quit the anti-social club

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor August 6, 2021
Scientists explore vaccine effects on periods

Scientists explore vaccine effects on periods

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor April 29, 2021
Elephants graze in the rainforest on the Dzanga Sangha Reserve in the southwestern part of the Central African Republic. University professors and researchers have pioneered nationally recognized advancements in the study of elephants.

UI professors contribute to ivory research

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor April 8, 2021
UI falls short in promoting body positivity

UI falls short in promoting body positivity

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor April 4, 2021
Titianna Ammons speaks at a March for Black Lives event over the summer in Urbana. Ammons is running for Urbana City Clerk.

Titianna Ammons invigorates City Clerk race

By Gwyn Skiles, Staff Writer February 22, 2021
The TEDxUIUC junk car waits to be hit on Saturday morning.

Students smash cars as stress relief

By Gwyn Skiles, Staff Writer | Night Editor November 1, 2020
Illinois 103rd State District Representative Carol Ammons poses with supporters at the CU Women's March and Rally in West Side Park on Saturday.

Local female candidacy rises in Champaign

By Gwyn Skiles, Contributing Writer October 22, 2020
When, where and how to vote this November

When, where and how to vote this November

By Gwyn Skiles, Contributing Writer September 28, 2020
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