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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

Matt Stepp

Matt Stepp, Visual Director

Hey there! I’m Matt, and I’m a sophomore majoring in graphic design with a minor in media. I joined The Daily Illini in Fall 2023 as a staff photographer, and now I am continuing my role as the Visual Director. I’ve always had a passion for photography — you’ll probably spot me around campus capturing sports, other events or anything that catches my eye. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m likely poolside working as a lifeguard at the ARC or CRCE.

Freshman guard Kasparas Jakučionis drives to the basket against Xavier in the first round of the 2025 NCAA tournament in Milwaukee on March 21.

[Photo] Kasparas Jakučionis declares for 2025 NBA draft

By Sahil Mittal, Assistant Sports Editor April 14, 2025
Illinois resets with 18.3 seconds left in a close victory over UCLA at State Farm Center on Feb. 11.

[Photo] No. 11 Badgers dominate in Madison

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor February 18, 2025
Junior Kenta Miyoshi makes contact with the tennis ball in the dual meet against Duke on Feb. 2, 2024.

[Photo] Illini head south for ITA Kickoff Weekend

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor January 25, 2025
An image of a Big Ten pylon at the North end zone of Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] Cheez-It Citrus Bowl player opt-outs

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor December 29, 2024
The Marching Illini play a tune behind the North endzone in a close game against Purdue on Oct. 12.

[Photo] A history of Big Ten fight songs: Part 1

By Peter Jakubiak, Contributing Writer November 12, 2024
The Other Guys perform during Acatoberfest at Foellinger Auditorium on Saturday, Oct. 26.

[Photo] Annual Acatoberfest unites UI a cappella

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter October 28, 2024
Members of the Marching Illini hold flags of all the teams in the Big 10 before the Illinois football game on Sept. 7.

[Photo] Conference realignment update: Week 4

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor September 18, 2024
Orange Chicken and white rice from Chopstix on Green Street in Champaign.

[Photo] Best of CU | Best Chinese food: Chopstix

By Lisa Chasanov, Managing Editor for Reporting March 28, 2024