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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
Jacob Slabosz

Jacob Slabosz, Editor-in-Chief

Hey, I’m Jacob! I am currently a junior in computer engineering with a minor in German. I started at The Daily Illini in Fall 2022 as a news reporter and staff photographer, and by Spring 2023, I had worked my way to photo editor. Between March 2023 and March 2024, I was the Managing Editor for Visuals, and I have since taken over as Editor-in-Chief. When I’m not taking pictures for The DI or for fun, I enjoy cooking, water sports and tending to my numerous houseplants. I’m excited to use my background in coding to further automate out workspace processes and to see the content that our team produces!

Fifth-year forward Matthew Mayer attempts to block a layup from Indiana's Malik Reneau on Jan. 19. Mayer had a solid performance on Saturday against Wisconsin, helping to lead the Illini to a 61-51 win.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball overcomes slow start to defeat Wisconsin 61-51 on the road

January 28, 2023
Junior guard Genesis Bryan goes for a layup against Indiana on Jan. 18, making the score 47-40 Indiana. The Illini will face off against Purdue on Thursday.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball looks to bring win streak back to Champaign with matchup against Purdue

By Rachel Oh, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023
At Gather Illinois, an apartment complex located off of North Lincoln Avenue in Urbana, lights can be seen on at night. Due to recent events, electricity prices for Urbana residents has increased drastically to approximately three times the price of the last two years.

[Photo] Urbana residential energy rates triple

By Michael Bales, Staff Writer • January 24, 2023
Redshirt sophomore Dain Dainja tips off against Indiana on Thursday. The Illini fell short to the Hoosiers, with the final score being 80-65.

[Photo] Column | The bad will slip away, these losses will be forgotten

By Theo Gary, Staff Writer • January 23, 2023
Junior guard Makira Cook makes a layup against Indiana on Wednesday. Since transferring to Illinois, Cook has had an immense impact on Illinois, including helping the team gain its first ranking in years.

[Photo] Let her Cook

By Rachel Oh, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023
Junior guard Genesis Bryant makes a layup against Indiana on Wednesday, making the score 40-47 in favor of Indiana. During six of the eight games in which she was a starter, Bryant scored 18 or more points.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball looking to bounce back with trip to Evanston

By Conor Blount, Assistant Sports Editor • January 21, 2023
The Henry Dale and Betty Smith Football Center is located at the corner of South Fourth Street and Peabody Drive. The facility houses a strength and conditioning complex and a grand lobby, among other amenities.

[Photo] Letter to the Editor | End the Student Athletic Facilities Fee

January 20, 2023
Senior guard Terrence Shannon Jr. had an early layup against Indiana on Thursday, making the score 4-0 in favor of Illinois. Illinois couldn't keep up with the Hoosiers, as the final score was 80-65.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball falls 80-65 against Indiana, has winning streak snapped at home

By James Kim, Assistant Sports Editor • January 19, 2023
Junior guard Genesis Bryant goes for a layup against Indiana on Wednesday. The shot was good, making the score 40-47 in favor of Indiana.

[Photo] No. 21 Illinois falls to No. 6 Indiana despite fourth quarter surge

By Conor Blount, Associate Sports Editor • January 18, 2023
Forage Kitchen, located off of East Green Street, serves healthy, vegetarian and vegan foods to University students. According to Founder and President Henry Aschauer, the restaurant is dedicated to providing food options that are both nutritious and delicious.

[Photo] Forage Kitchen flavors Champaign-Urbana community, food

By Kylie Corral, buzz Editor • January 20, 2023
UI students packed into the Courtyard Cafe at the Illini Union by the hundreds to watch the World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands on Friday. Students cheered as Lautari Martínez kicked the winning penalty shot, securing Argentina's victory over the Netherlands.

[Photo] Students take study break, gather to watch World Cup

By Lika Lezhava, Assistant News Editor • December 9, 2022
Students give their response to the renovations of Altgeld Hall that was approved in March 2019 by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.

[Photo] Students respond to planned renovations to Altgeld Hall

By Lisa Chasanov, Staff Writer • December 7, 2022
Illini tower, located on Chalmers Street, is an option for those who want University Private Certified Housing.

[Photo] Illini Tower RAs given incentives for students to write positive reviews

By Piotr Fedczuk, Staff Writer • November 18, 2022

‘Fighting Illini, Fighting Waste’ event helps UI recycle

By Jacob Slabosz, Staff Writer • November 17, 2022
A look at campaign finances of local political candidates

A look at campaign finances of local political candidates

By Lilli Bresnahan, Jacob Slabosz, Aidan Sadovi and Park Mitchell • November 14, 2022
A quinceañera dress is showcased at Spurlock Museum’s exhibit, “Quinceañeras: Celebration, Joy, and Ethnic Pride," that opened on Sept. 24 and will be on display until Dec. 4.

[Photo] Spurlock quinceañera exhibit brings valuable representation to UI

By Lillie Silas, Staff Writer • November 14, 2022
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[Photo] Best Off-Campus Bar: The Blind Pig Brewery

By Maaike Niekerk, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
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[Photo] Best Live Music Venue: The Canopy Club

By Sydney Wood, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
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[Photo] Best Bus Stop: Illini Union

By Alexis Ramirez, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
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[Photo] Best Burger: Farren’s Pub

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
Writer and media personality Matt Walsh gives a speech at Gregory Hall on Oct. 6. Columnist

[Photo] Opinion | Political polarization is pointless

By Dan Kibler, Columnist • November 9, 2022
The ARC hosted a polling location on the west end of the building on Nov. 8. The line of voters made its way out of the door and wrapped east toward the outdoor pool.

[Photo] Election spotlight: Champaign County Clerk race

By Yuzhu Liu, Assistant Features Editor • November 8, 2022
Various political campaign signs were posted at the north end of the main quad on Nov. 3.

[Photo] Live Updates: Champaign County election results

By Matt Troher and Kiran Bond • November 8, 2022
Voters wait in line at the Illini Union on Nov. 8. The line began on the west end of the building and wrapped around the northeast corner of the main hallway.

[Photo] Champaign voters flock to Illini Union

By Lika Lezhava, Staff Writer • November 8, 2022
Voters wait in line outside of the ARC to cast their votes on Nov. 8, 2022.

[Photo] First-time voters share their experience at the polls

By Marta Narag, Staff Writer • November 8, 2022
Campaign signs outside of the Siebel Center for Design on Nov. 8.

[Photo] Election spotlight: Champaign County Executive

By Jessie Wang and Vivian La • November 8, 2022
Campaign signs placed in front of the Illini Union on Nov. 3.

[Photo] 2022 Midterm Elections: Live updates prior to poll close

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • November 8, 2022
People attend the Champaign County Clerk forum featuring Democrat Aaron Ammons and Republican Terrence Stuber on Oct. 25.

[Photo] County clerk contenders discuss election security at candidate forum

By Aidan Sadovi and Lisa Chasanov • November 7, 2022
CU fire department post outside 901 S. Fourth St. as residents evacuate the building on Thursday. The fire was caused by a trash bin catching flame in an apartment which alerted the fire department but the bin was put out through the unit's sprinkler system.

[Photo] Fire reported at 901 S Fourth St. in Champaign

By Aidan Sadovi, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
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[Photo] Where to vote on campus

By Faith Allendorf, Managing Editor For Reporting • November 4, 2022
Charlotte Watson models "Groom" designed by William Hohe at the Circular Fashion Expo on Saturday.

[Photo] Circular Fashion Expo brings together students and sustainability

By Jessie Wang, Staff Writer • November 2, 2022
Judy Weber-Jones has been a driver’s ed teacher for the past 38 years and started at Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley High School. Prior to becoming a driving instructor Weber-Jones was a star athlete and head coach at GCMS.

[Photo] Fueling passion for driver’s education

By Park Mitchell, Contributing Writer • October 24, 2022
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UIPD adapts to larger jurisdiction

By Jacob Slabosz, Staff Writer • October 17, 2022
Students flood the Main Quad for the Illini Union’s Homecoming Party on Oct. 10.

Gallery | University celebrates 2022 Homecoming Week

By Sydney Laput, Jacob Slabosz, James Hoeck, Logan Hodson and Bekah Douglas • October 16, 2022
A performer sings on stage at the Rose Bowl Tavern on Monday. The bar hosts open jam sessions every Monday known as the Urbana Hootenanny.

[Photo] The Urbana Hootenanny provides spotlight for local musicians, gathering place for community

By Maaike Niekerk, Contributing Writer • October 11, 2022
Boneyard Area Mural !nitiative presents their mural Kingfisher located on 3rd Street. Since the University has retired Chief Illiniwek in 2007, many support the idea of having kingfisher as the new mascot.

[Photo] Kingfisher mascot discussions continue in committee

By Jessie Wang, Staff Writer • October 12, 2022
Students fly out of the bouncy house during the Party on Main Quad event hosted by the Illini Union Board and the Student Alumni Ambassadors on Monday.

[Photo] Party on Main Quad kicks off Homecoming Week

By Aarushi Aggrwal, Contributing Writer • October 12, 2022
Protesters gather in the halls of Gregory Hall as political commentator Matt Walsh visits campus to speak on Thursday.

[Photo] Matt Walsh visit sparks controversy

By Lika Lezhava and Nicole Littlefield • October 10, 2022
Protestors of the Party for Socialism and Liberation hold signs in protest outside of the I Hotel and Conference Center on Tuesday. The goal of the protest was towards the deception of crisis towards pregnancy centers and for officials to take action.

PSL holds rally for abortion rights, protests local ‘crisis pregnancy centers’

By Jacob Slabosz, Staff Writer • October 7, 2022
Mahi Patel, freshman in LAS, does her laundry in Hopkins Hall on Saturday.

[Photo] Laundry room etiquette: do’s and don’ts of college laundry rooms

By Ashleigh Kendrick, Staff Writer • September 27, 2022
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UI acceptance rate drops to lowest on record as number of applicants rises

By Jacob Slabosz, Contributing Writer • September 21, 2022
Grainger College of Engineering Freshman Em Warshaw hands over their PCR test to testing facility worker at the new CRCE testing center on Monday. SHIELD's COVID-19 testing center at CRCE opened on Monday after high demand of requests for more testing facilities.

SHIELD Illinois opens COVID-19 testing site at CRCE

By Jacob Slabosz, Contributing Writer • September 20, 2022
Volunteer Jada Allen (left), junior in LAS, hands Nicholas Costello, freshman in Engineering, a bike light during the Light the Night bike event on Thursday.

[Photo] Bike at Illinois promotes benefits of cycling on campus

By Fiza Dahra, Contributing Writer • September 19, 2022
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