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Meghan Lyons

Meghan Lyons, Special Sections Editor

 

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Content by Meghan Lyons
Cars roll down Green Street in Champaign on Feb. 24. Deciding between living in Champaign and Urbana requires important consideration.

Which is better suited for you: Urbana or Champaign?

February 15, 2021
Take advantage of your kitchen: Going vegetarian is easier than you think

Take advantage of your kitchen: Going vegetarian is easier than you think

February 15, 2021
A BrewLab barista pours latte art on Oct. 20. BrewLab is one of several local establishments that offer coffee.

Fuel your caffeine self: consider leasing near an independent coffee shop

February 15, 2021
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, speaks during a South by Southwest session in Austin 2018. Musk, along with other well known entrepreneurs, have found success through tireless dedication to their companies.

Is neurodiversity key to becoming next Elon Musk?

February 1, 2021
Use these websites to find internships in a worldwide pandemic

Use these websites to find internships in a worldwide pandemic

February 1, 2021
A couple celebrates Thanksgiving with friends by having dinner together over a Zoom video call on November 22, 2020 in New York City.

A smaller Christmas is more this season

December 3, 2020
Forgot to register in time? You can still vote

Forgot to register in time? You can still vote

October 29, 2020
A set of forgotten keys sit on a desk. Some tips to remembering your keys include putting them on a lanyard, a necklace or even a hair tie.

Avoid the horror of lost keys

October 5, 2020
Psychedelic therapy shows promising future for mental disorders

Psychedelic therapy shows promising future for mental disorders

September 8, 2020
A student looks at an RSO’s table as he passes by during Quad Day on Aug. 26, 2018.

Dive headfirst into alluring campus activities

August 19, 2020
Representatives of the Alpha Omega Epsilon sorority give a potential new member information during Quad Day on Aug. 26, 2018.

I wish I knew these things before joining a sorority

August 19, 2020
Students walk across the Main Quad between class periods on Feb. 22, 2018.

UI’s declassified school explorer guide: Visit here before you graduate

August 5, 2020
A graphic banner displays several popular anime series that appear on Netflix.

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ is anime, there are others you can watch

July 31, 2020
Two Illinois students enjoy time with each other at Kung Fu Tea in Champaign on Oct. 18. 2019.

Keep spirits up: Follow these tips for returning to campus amid pandemic

July 31, 2020
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement seal is seen before a news conference on July 22, 2014, at ICE headquarters in Washington, D.C.

New ICE policy leaves international student body anxious, uneasy

July 13, 2020
Organizer Drake Materre, a graduating senior in the college of AHS, offers closing words at the Champaign County Courthouse during the Black Lives Matter protest on June 1.

Alex Sierra advocates for justice, leads Champaign protest

June 8, 2020
Detainees in a Xinjiang, China Re-education Camp located in Lop County listen to de-radicalization talks.

I deleted TikTok, here’s why you should too

May 29, 2020
The main quad remains relatively barren at 1:48 p.m. on April 3 as many students have left campus due to the coronavirus.

Students prioritize safety for upcoming fall semester

May 22, 2020
Big brother Proctorio

Big brother Proctorio

May 7, 2020
A graphic of the Local Crisis Line with phone number attached. Counselors are available at all times if you need help.

Struggling seniors: do not be afraid to ask for help

May 7, 2020
Yes, you heard right: Let go of all hope, learn to adapt this finals week

Yes, you heard right: Let go of all hope, learn to adapt this finals week

May 7, 2020
A college graduate throws a hand in the air to celebrate their most recent accomplishment.

Ceremony or no ceremony: Class of 2020 did that

May 7, 2020
An Illinois student reads a book while leaning against a tree on the main quad on April 3.

Make the most out of quarantine now

April 9, 2020
Pictured above is the abstract tapestry hanging on Meghan Lyon’s wall. This is an example of her unique decorating style.

Make room for room customization in your life

February 17, 2020
To those uncertain about their path:

To those uncertain about their path:

January 27, 2020
Gift smarter as a broke college student

Gift smarter as a broke college student

December 5, 2019
Meghan Lyons and her father celebrate on the field of Memorial Stadium after the historic win against Wisconsin during the Homecoming game Oct. 19. Lyons encourages students to show appreciation for their dads this Dads Weekend.

Show appreciation for your dad this weekend

October 31, 2019
Illinois fans cheer from the stands of Memorial Stadium on Sept. 14 during the Illinois game against Eastern Michigan. Though every student has their own personal perspective of the tradition, Homecoming Week is a celebration that brings the campus together.

Nostalgia unites campus during Homecoming

October 14, 2019
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