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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
Jessica Berbey

Jessica Berbey, Assistant daytime editor

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GEO protest on the Quad on Feb. 26.

An overview of the GEO strike

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor • March 5, 2018
Members of GEO protest on the Main Quad on Feb. 26.

GEO strike continues into Wednesday

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor • February 28, 2018
Photo of Brendt Christensen, convicted kidnapper and killer of visiting Chinese scholar Yingying Zhang. Christensen was arrested on June 30, 2017 and will be sentenced at 4 p.m. Thursday.

Prosecutors do not object to Christensen trial delay

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • February 1, 2018
Graduate employees protest for a fair contract at the Alma Mater on Jan. 18. The Graduate Employees’ Organization began bargaining with the University on March 30. Graduate employees are now over 160 days without a contract.

Graduate Employees’ Organization announces intent to strike

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor • January 29, 2018
Doctoral student arrested on charges of sexual violence

Doctoral student arrested on charges of sexual violence

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • September 21, 2017
Decoy bicycles used to combat bicycle thefts

Decoy bicycles used to combat bicycle thefts

By Jessica Berbey, Daytime news editor • September 18, 2017
Anna Waller, a PHD graduate student researching a project to end world hunger. She is one of 15 finalist for her project submitted to National Geographic.

University student ‘Chasing Genius’ for $25,000

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant daytime editor • September 14, 2017
The front of the Fred H. Turner Student Services Building on John St. on May 3, 2016.

Counseling Center kicks off National Suicide Prevention Week

By Jessica Berbey and Rebecca Wood • September 13, 2017
More classrooms integrate eText at Illinois

More classrooms integrate eText at Illinois

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • September 6, 2017
Students on Green Street during Unoffical St. Patrick's Day. In 2015, the University was ranked the No. 1 party school by the Princeton Review, and in 2016 it was ranked No. 3. The University is now ranked No. 14. The ranking is based on a survey of 80 questions and is filled out by 137,000 students from 382 schools.

‘They’re not real’ UI says of party rankings

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant daytime editor • August 28, 2017
Helen Edna, sophomore in Business, cuts a freshly made pizza at Azzip Pizza on September 29, 2015.

Best places to eat on campus

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant daytime editor • August 24, 2017
The marquee at The Virginia Theatre during Roger Ebert's Film Festival. 

Explore the underrated treasures of downtown Champaign

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant daytime editor • July 7, 2017
Research Park gains new business partner

Research Park gains new business partner

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • May 2, 2017
Edward Seidel was appointed the new vice president of economic development and innovation. Siedel will be working with all three campuses in the University system.

Vice President for economic development and innovation chosen

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • April 25, 2017
Construction workers fix a potential underground water line that broke in front of Cold Stone Creamery on Green Street on Monday.

Water leak in front of Cold Stone Creamery on Green St.

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • April 24, 2017
Sign outside Masawi Grill states permanent closing.

Mashawi Grill permanently closed

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • April 16, 2017
The new Slice Factory on the Green street.

Slice Factory opening delayed by mechanical work

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • April 16, 2017
A discussion on "The State of Reproductive Justice" as one of the Hot Topics Dialogues presented by YWCA of the University and the Women's Resources Center, took place at the current location of the Resource Center on Apr.10th.

Women’s Resource Center and Global Studies get new home

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • April 12, 2017
Students put their food waste, along with their plates and utensils, on a moving tray conveyor belt in the Ikenberry Dinning Hall.

Understanding the sourcing of University Dining foods

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor • March 29, 2017
Local politicians, and members of the community announce the opening of the New American Welcome Center at the YMCA.

YMCA hosts press conference in regards to New American Welcome Center

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • March 28, 2017
Chancellor Robert Jones said there is work to be done at the University in regards to claims of discrimination in the Facilities & Services department.

University investigation discovers cases of discrimination in Facilities & Services

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime Editor • March 21, 2017
Chancellor Robert Jones speaks at the Senate Executive Committee meeting on February 27, 2017.

New mascot isn’t a priority for chancellor, campus remains divisive about Chief Illiniwek

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • March 9, 2017
Students study in the tunnel connecting the UGL and the Main Library. The murals were recently added to celebrate the University’s history.

Murals in UGL tunnel depict aspects of University’s 150-year history

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • February 27, 2017
Comedian Daniel Tosh is performing at the State Farm Center on April 16.

Daniel Tosh to perform at State Farm Center

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • February 13, 2017
62 years later, electronic music still created at University

62 years later, electronic music still created at University

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • February 10, 2017
Crowds gather to listen to a panel on the Trump Administration and its impact on science and environmental law at the Chemical and Life Sciences Lab on Friday.

University’s panel discusses Trump’s impact on science

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • January 30, 2017
The Illini Union Bookstore has been running low on books this semester causing a problem for students who end up having to purchase their required books online.

University students affected by shortages at Illini Union Bookstore

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • January 23, 2017
Students spend time in the Wassaja Resident's Hall lounge on Jan 16th.

University Housing contract limits students’ ability to opt out

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • January 17, 2017
History and Medieval Studies professor Carol Symes (left) and History and African American Studies professor (right) are the two University professors who won the NEH award and fellowships.

Two University professors awarded NEH fellowship

By Jessica Berbey, Contributing Writer • December 26, 2016
Students celebrate after the Cubs win Game 7 of the 2016 World Series against the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday, November 2 on Green Street at the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign.

Top 10 moments of the semester

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • December 12, 2016
University scientists discover photosynthesis research to improve plant production

University scientists discover photosynthesis research to improve plant production

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • December 6, 2016
An interior view of Mumford Hall located on Gregory Drive on November 13th, 2016.

College of Aces host #AskAces Twitter Q&A

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • November 30, 2016
Chancellor Robert J. Jones, Assata Zerai, Associate Professor of Sociology, Director of the Center for African Studies, and Associate Chancellor for Diversity, Ron Lewis, Student Body President, Assistant Director of the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center Tekita Bankhead and others, participated in the conversation between black students and black leaders at the University at The Freedom Forum: Whose University? on Nov. 28, 2016.

Chancellor Jones discusses the UI black community with student leaders

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • November 29, 2016
Students rest in La Casa Cultural Latina on Monday, Mar 07 2016.

Professor seeks change for Spanish Education

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • November 28, 2016
Five University researchers were acknowledged as World's Most Influential for 2017.

Eight University researchers rank amid World’s Most Influential

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Reporter • November 23, 2016
Artifacts for the Symbols of Service exhibit sit in one of six display cases on the first floor of the Main Library. The gallery focuses on U.S. veterans and their tattoos, while also addressing other topics such as readjusting to civilian life after military service.

Library showcases veteran tattoos in month-long display

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • November 10, 2016
The Beckman Institute sits north of the Engineering Quad in Champaign on Oct. 4, 2016. This year, the institute celebrates its 30th anniversary with events throughout the year.

University neuroscience researcher discusses brain imaging

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • November 7, 2016
The observatory in Urbana offers resources for students to view the night sky.

Parkland planetarium director brings the night sky to life

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • November 7, 2016
BBQ restaurant receives backlash over sign

BBQ restaurant receives backlash over sign

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • October 23, 2016
Students oftentimes forego eating in order to save calories for drinking. October 16, 2016.

Drinking habits shift toward ‘Drunkorexia,’ study finds

By Jessica Berbey, Staff Writer • October 16, 2016
Robbie Patton, 18-years-old at the time, appears on video from the Department of Corrections during his arraignment at the Champaign County Courthouse Friday, Sept. 30, 2016. A jury found Patton guilty of first-degree murder and three counts of aggravated battery with a firearm on Thursday.

Green Street shooting suspect pleads not guilty

By Jessica Berbey, Contributing Writer • October 11, 2016
University offers free motorcycle safety course, waives motorcycle licensing fee

University offers free motorcycle safety course, waives motorcycle licensing fee

By Jessica Berbey, Contributing Writer • October 5, 2016
Volunteers from various campus fraternities and sororities help Feed Our Starving Children by packaging meals in the Armory in Champaign, IL on Sunday, September 25, 2016.

Fraternity hosts “Feed My Children MobilePack,” makes 100,000 meals

By Jessica Berbey, Contributing Writer • September 25, 2016
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