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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 Bursztynsky

Jessica Bursztynsky, News Editor

I am a journalism student focusing on news-editorial writing with a minor in politicalsScience. I transferred into the University in fall 2016 from a community college and began working as a news reporter at The Daily Illini. After spending time as a reporter, I was chosen as the News Editor for the 2017–2018 term. If I'm not working on a story, I'm usually alternating between episodes of The Office and Parks and Recreation, eating breakfast foods or convincing myself to go on a run.

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WWE wresters participate in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal during WrestleMania at Levi Stadium on Sunday, March 29, 2015 in Santa Clara, Calif.

WWE Live is returning to the State Farm Center

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Reporter • February 21, 2017
Gov. Bruce Rauner gives a thumbs up after giving his first speech as governor on Monday Jan. 12, 2015 at the Prairie Capital Convention Center in Springfield, Ill.

Gov. Rauner voices support for higher education through a Facebook live Q&A

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • February 14, 2017
Photos and video taken from DSV Alvin using WHOI MISO Facility deep-sea camera systems and Alvin cameras.

Below the waves: University researchers map unknown parts of the earth’s surface

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • February 13, 2017
Cars pass the intersection of Sixth and Green Street while students wait to pass. Opinions editor Tyler writes about campus life during breaks and what students can look forward to when campus is much less busy.

One of the largest CU road construction projects ever to begin in March

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Reporter • February 8, 2017
Urbana Mayor Laurel Pressing speaks to the protestors, saying, "This is a nation of laws. I think the new president is going to find that out."

Legality questioned on Trump’s order to cut funding for sanctuary cities

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • February 6, 2017
University Police stop a man on Green and Fifth streets who had an open alcoholic beverage in the vehicle. Crime has decreased on campus lately.

As public perceives increase in crime, statistics say otherwise

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • February 2, 2017
Barry Benson will be the new vice chancellor and the senior vice president of the University of Illinois foundation pending the approval of the Board of Trustees.

University appoints new vice chancellor for advancement

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • January 31, 2017
Illini Hyperloop team demonstrates levitation on Quad Day in August.

UI students develop new transportation possibilities for SpaceX

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • January 30, 2017
Community members to march for women's rights

Community members to march for women’s rights

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • January 18, 2017
Jaya Kolisetty stands in front of paintings at the Rape Advocacy and Education Service center in Urbana on Sept. 7. RACES runs out of funding on Dec. 31.

RACES searches for hope amid Illinois budget crisis

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • December 27, 2016
Students pet one of the therapy dogs at the UGL during finals week for relaxation.

Free Reading Day activities provide stress relief

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Reporter • December 9, 2016
STD rates are rising, most likely affecting UI students

STD rates are rising, most likely affecting UI students

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • December 8, 2016
Kalina Borkiewicz, an engineer at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications, having conversation with students during the TEDxUIUC Salon: Women in STEM on Monday night, Dec.1st.

TedxUIUC showcases growth of women in STEM related fields

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • December 5, 2016
Elections open for students to vote on ISS Constitution

Elections open for students to vote on ISS Constitution

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • December 1, 2016
A sign welcomes visitors to the Red Herring.

Red Herring hosts event against Dakota Access Pipeline

By Jessica Bursztynsky and Vivienne Henning • December 1, 2016
Amazon Employees show customers how to use the easy, and fast, Amazon Pick up services located in the Illini Union Bookstore. All you need is your mobile device and code from Amazon to access the locker with your package inside. The pick up location's Grand Opening was on Wednesday, November 16th.

Amazon@Illinois brings convenience to campus

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • November 16, 2016
Students making preparations for the Tunnel of Oppression event on the second floor of the Ikenberry Commons on Nov. 13.

University’s Tunnel of Oppression sheds light on campus hardships

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • November 15, 2016
A student, part of the Illini Republicans Club, holds up a handmade sign supporting Trump at a debate watch party.

Illini Republicans gather for final presidential showdown

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • November 8, 2016
Themed trivia nights hosted at Brothers Bar and Grill every month are a huge hit. Students are typically willing to wait in lines half a block long to get into the bar on these nights, which University alumnus Michael Ponte began.

Themed trivia nights debut at Brother’s

By Mary Kate Kiley and Jessica Bursztynsky • November 7, 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.

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

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • November 7, 2016

Urbana Police Department investigates attempted murder

By Jessica Bursztynsky and Lilly Mashayek • October 27, 2016
Voters stand in booths at the Salvation Army in Champaign, on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012.

Millennials experience stress in high numbers as election day approaches

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • October 26, 2016
A part of international artist Jose Rodriguez Fuster's Fuster Project, a community beautification project that focused on bringing the community together though the rebuilding of tiled murals. A student took this photo when she studied abroad in Cuba in 2016.

Back in business: Students can now study abroad in Cuba

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Staff Writer • October 20, 2016
A burger at the new gastropub, The Hub near campus.

The Hub, a new gastropub opens near campus

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Contributing Writer • October 7, 2016
A student, part of the Illini Republicans Club, holds up a handmade sign supporting Trump at a debate watch party.

Illini Democrats and Republicans watch, reflect on presidential debate

By Jessica Bursztynsky, Contributing Writer • September 28, 2016
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