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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
Mechanical Engineering students Colton Rainey (right), Elizabeth Jiménez, and Ben Jones (left) work on a project together in the Illini Union's Courtyard Café.

[Photo] University libraries extend hours during finals week

By Jiejie Wang, Staff Writer • December 14, 2017
Co-owner of Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, Leslie Cooperband selling self-produced dairy products at the Urbana Farmer's Market in Lincoln Square Mal. Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery is a farm focused on organic and sustainable agriculture.

[Photo] CU to revamp health inspections

By Karen Liu, Staff Writer • November 16, 2017
The entrance to the University of Illinois is on the corner of South Wright Street and University Avenue. This is often a popular place for students to take pictures when their families come to visit.

[Photo] Places to go for the perfect photos on Dads Weekend

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • November 9, 2017
Student entrepreneur Jeremy Gumila holds a Yeezy Boost Turtle Doves shoe. Gumila started selling popular shoes on his company Facebook group in college. Since then, the Facebook group has gained over 38,000 members.

[Photo] Student entrepreneurs face unique struggles on campus

By Pari Apostolakos, Staff writer • November 9, 2017
Fighting Illini fans tailgating after the game against Rutgers University on Saturday Oct. 14.

[Photo] Living in University Housing can increase academic success

By Samantha Boyle, Staff Writer • October 26, 2017
Kevin Teal, MD Neurological Surgery, shows Carle Illinois College of Medicine recruits examples of neuron scans at Carle Illinois's showcase event on Saturday, Oct. 21.

[Photo] Carle Illinois College of Medicine to open July 2018

October 24, 2017
Sesquicentennial History of General Chemistry panel with Greg Girolami, Michael Garst, Marinda Wu and Rudolph Marcus. The celebration took place Friday and Saturday. Gromali moderated the panel and gave samples of his new book.

[Photo] School of Chemical Sciences celebrates 150 years of history

By Laura Tanase, Contributing writer • October 9, 2017
Volunteers at Illini Fighting Hunger's 2017 iHelp event help package meals for those struggling with food insecurity.

[Photo] iHelp demonstrates the value of community on and off campus

By Yasmeen Ragab, Contributing writer • October 2, 2017
Illinois Student Senate Senators attend the last Senate meeting on April 12, 2017 before the swearing in of new officers.

[Photo] Students continue to struggle with food allergies on campus

By Rebecca Wood, Staff writer • September 21, 2017
The new 212 East high rise apartments by First Column Living across the street from The Red Lion.

[Photo] “Luxury” apartments shrinking our campus

By Leah Pearlman, Columnist • September 18, 2017
Site of the future Delta Zeta sorority house located on the corner of John and Second Street.

[Photo] Out with the old, Inn with the new

By Luke Cooper and Kevin Delgado • September 14, 2017
Students frequently use fake identification cards to access bars on campus.

[Photo] The hassle of having a paper ID on campus

By The Daily Illini Editorial Board • September 7, 2017
Former Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Renee Romano speaks at the Senate Executive Committee meeting on February 27, 2017.

[Photo] New school year brings changes to UI administration

August 27, 2017
ACES Illinois Student Senate Senator Tommy Justison and candidate for student trustee attends the last Illinois Student Senate meeting on April 12, 2017 before the swearing in of new officers.

[Photo] Student trustee candidates prep for repeat election

By Gillian Dunlop, Assistant News Editor • April 17, 2017
Chancellor Robert Jones speaks at the Senate Executive Committee meeting on February 27, 2017.

[Photo] KAM’s violates Champaign liquor laws, resulting in suspension of license

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • March 9, 2017
Student director Sofia Fey, a theatre studies major with an emphasis in directing and playwriting, has a discussion with actors about ways to enhance performances on Thursday, March 2nd.

[Photo] Behind the scenes: students share process of producing play

By Kayla Martinez, Staff writer • March 7, 2017
Julien Baker performs at The Accord in downtown Champaign on Saturday, February 18, 2017.

[Photo] Julien Baker receives abundance of audience gratitude

By Kayla Martinez, Staff writer • February 20, 2017
Collin Schumock, UIUC student trustee.

[Photo] Q & A with Student Trustee Collin Schumock

November 29, 2016
Portugal. The Man performs at the Canopy Club in Urbana on Friday, November 12.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Portugal. The Man at Canopy Club

By Tiffany Zhang • November 12, 2016
Juniors Emma Hoffmann and Sarah Coleman with the Illini Young Green Party fold origami with fake bills in support of Illini Young Green Party.

[Photo] The Other Half of the Ballot Debate shows students third party options

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • November 7, 2016
Diwali observer celebrates the Hindu festival of lights.

[Photo] Students celebrate Diwali on the Quad

October 31, 2016
The Clothesline Project served as an anonymous outlet for domestic violence survivors by the Alma Mater on Thursday.

[Photo] Clothesline project provides outlet for domestic violence survivors

October 31, 2016
Students frequently use fake identification cards to access bars on campus. October 19, 2016.

[Photo] Champaign police explain where confiscated IDs end up

By Lilly Mashayek, Staff Writer • October 20, 2016