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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

Qaasim Jatoi

Qaasim Jatoi, News Editor

Hi! I’m Qaasim, a junior majoring in molecular and cellular biology. I joined The Daily Illini in Spring 2024 as a staff writer and have since worked as Summer Editor, creative developer and Assistant News Editor. Now, I’m proud to lead the news section and help bring clear, timely coverage of the issues that matter most to our campus and community. Outside the newsroom, I work as an emergency medical technician for Abbott EMS in my hometown, Decatur, Illinois, and I’m preparing to apply to medical school in the upcoming cycle. I’m a big fan of Frank Ocean, Quentin Tarantino flicks and trying new cuisines. Have a tip or a story idea? I’m always open to pitches — don’t hesitate to shoot me an email!

UIPD officer Schroeder stands watch to ensure student safety during Spring Jam 2025, April 27.

More patrol, more pressure

By Qaasim Jatoi, News Editor May 8, 2025
Community members on the Main Quad hold signs that oppose deportation during a demonstration advocating for immigrant rights on Feb. 3

ICE rumor unfounded, UI says

By Qaasim Jatoi, News Editor April 17, 2025
Stefan Djordevic engages with students in his April 2 Lecture at Lincoln Hall

Stefan Djordjevic, ‘The Lighthouse’

By Qaasim Jatoi, News Editor April 10, 2025
Protesters marching down State Street in Champaign at a protest in support of immigrants on March 1. The federal government has revoked the visas of some international students at the University.

UI international student visas revoked

By Qaasim Jatoi, News Editor April 9, 2025
A group of people gather around someone bench pressing in the Activities and Recreation Center on Feb. 21.

Best of CU ’25 | Best Workout Spot: ARC

By Qaasim Jatoi, Assistant News Editor March 6, 2025
Urbana mayoral candidates Deshawn Williams (left) and Annie Adams (right) chat before a forum at the University YMCA on Feb. 5.

Guide to Urbana’s mayoral election

By Qaasim Jatoi, Assistant News Editor February 20, 2025
Romance at UI: It’s complicated

Romance at UI: It’s complicated

By Qaasim Jatoi, Assistant News Editor February 5, 2025
The Carle Arrow Ambulance critical care ambulance parked near one of the ambulance service's stations. (Photo Courtesy of Carle Health)

Carle Arrow Ambulance adds critical care rig to fleet

By Qaasim Jatoi, Assistant News Editor February 4, 2025
UIPD reports sexual assault at sorority house

UIPD reports sexual assault at sorority house

By Qaasim Jatoi, Assistant News Editor December 16, 2024
Two Bio-Rad machines resting on the table in Everitt Laboratory at the University Nov. 10.

UI professor uncovers new method to treat cancer

By Qaasim Jatoi, Senior News Reporter December 2, 2024
An Urbana Fire Department engine on March 4, 2023. UFD responded to a fire in Urbana last night that displaced the residents of the home.

Urbana fire displaces residents

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor July 8, 2024
UIPD phones down, 9-1-1 still available

UIPD phones down, 9-1-1 still available

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor July 3, 2024
Sexual assault reported at Main Library

Sexual assault reported at Main Library

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor June 21, 2024

CSEC releases unofficial ISC election results

By Qaasim Jatoi, Contributing Writer March 10, 2024