Donate to the DI!
Listen to WPGU 107.1 FM!
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
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
Jillian Little

Jillian Little, buzz Editor

Hi, people! I’m a current junior studying Integrative Biology from Chicago, Illinois. On top of school work, I’m one of the assistant editors and writers for buzz magazine. I love writing about classic rock, obscure TV shows, and events in the Champaign-Urbana community. Get me on the subject of science memes, and I’ll talk for hours!

[email protected]

“Malcolm and Marie

By Jillian Little • March 27, 2023
Country artist Bones Owens poses for an album cover photoshoot. Owens talks about his love of music and how he got started in the industry.

Q&A: Country artist Bones Owens discusses musical journey, debut album

By Jillian Little, Staff writer • March 13, 2021
The Champaign County Audubon Society searches for birds to watch during a morning walk in Fall 2017. Their annual Christmas Bird Count can help with scientific research efforts.

Champaign residents share interest in birding

By Jillian Little, buzz Editor • March 8, 2021
Jazz musician Jose Guzman poses with his bandmates for a full band photo.

The Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective prepares for performance at CU Jazz Festival

By Jillian Little, buzz editor • October 7, 2020
Plants lie on a shelf in buzz Editor Jillian Little’s bedroom. Houseplants provide their owner with a sense of routine and responsibility, increased productivity and fresh air, nice smells and even food.

[Photo] Boost your mood with houseplants

By Samantha Boyle, Managing Editor for Reporting • October 5, 2020
The Land Connection sells assorted root vegetables and kale at the Champaign Farmers Market on May 26. The organization strives to grow the local food economy and increase food accessibility.

Local cooking competition hopes to improve food economy

By Jillian Little, buzz Editor • September 21, 2020
The members of Lore City, Mary Williams and Eric Bessel, pose for a band photo in Portland, Oregon on Aug. 16.

Lore City’s new album discusses life through ambient sound

By Jillian Little, buzz editor • September 9, 2020

‘What’s the buzz?’ returns for another exciting year

By Jillian Little • August 31, 2020
Brooklyn-based artist Becky Krill poses for a professional photo on Nov. 26, 2019

Get to know Becky Krill

By Jillian Little • August 26, 2020
The door to the ISEE office located in the National Soybean Research Laboratory sits closed on Jan. 24, 2019.

The future of environmental clubs in midst of COVID-19 will look different

By Jillian Little • August 19, 2020
A dorm room located at FAR.

You are allowed to stay in on weekend nights

By Jillian Little • August 17, 2020
A buddha statue stands on a table of Amara and Arts Yoga Studio located in Urbana on Jan. 22.

Live a zen lifestyle in college

By Jillian Little, Buzz Editor • August 5, 2020
A decorated dorm room in Taft-Van Doren hall rests empty in August 2015.

Connect with nature from comforts of a dorm

By Jillian Little • July 31, 2020
Maintain your long-distance relationships during pandemic

Maintain your long-distance relationships during pandemic

By Jillian Little, Buzz Editor • April 9, 2020

CU to host first black, African arts festival this weekend

By Jillian Little, Assistant Buzz Editor • September 26, 2019

Your room is a sanctuary

By Jillian Little, Assistant buzz Editor • August 23, 2019
Snow covers the ground in front of the Siebel Center for Computer Science on Feb. 2. Winter months in Illinois can feel extra long if you aren't prepared for the cold weather.

Prepare for Illinois winters the right way

By Jillian Little, Assistant buzz editor • August 20, 2019
The Beatles, clockwise from top left,Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, John Lennon, and George Harrison are shown on an album cover in 1965. ME Online

‘Yesterday’ revives creativity in film industry

By Jillian Little, Assistant buzz editor • July 9, 2019
ILLordle: Play now