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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

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Graduate employees protest for a fair contract at the Alma Mater on Jan. 18. The Graduate Employees’ Organization began bargaining with the University on March 30. Graduate employees are now over 160 days without a contract.

[Photo] Graduate Employees’ Organization announces intent to strike

By Jessica Berbey, Assistant Daytime News Editor • Jan 29, 2018
The Red Herring is a vegetarian restaurant located at 1209 W Oregon.

[Photo] Students utilize technology for social good through Hack4Impact

By Sam Schrage, Staff writer • Jan 30, 2018
Students Hui Yi Koh, Mark Guo, and Ming Lin man the giveaways table. The third annual Yule Ball took place at the I Hotel Conference on Friday, Jan. 19.

[Photo] Shots fired at Urbana house party

By Jessica Bursztynsky, News Editor • Jan 21, 2018
Graduate employees protest at the Alma Mater for a fair contract on Thursday, Jan. 18.

[Photo] Graduate Employees’ Organization rallies against Campus Wage Program

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • Jan 18, 2018
Bridget Hodan competes on beam against Michigan State in Huff Hall on February 17.

[Photo] Illini men’s and women’s teams earn season-opening victories

By Gavin Good, Assistant sports editor • Jan 18, 2018
Illinois quarterback Jeff George Jr. throws a pass during the game against Rutgers on Oct. 24. The Illini ended their season 2-10 overall, with zero wins in the Big Ten conference. George was just one quarterback who got playing time this season. Others include Cam Thomas and Chayce Crouch.

[Photo] Illinois football struggles through another season

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer • Dec 18, 2017
Haylee Roe competes on the beam against Michigan State in Huff Hall on Feb. 17. The men’s and women’s teams competed against each other at Huff Hall on Saturday.

[Photo] Men’s, women’s gymnastics face off in Orange and Blue exhibition

By Satvik Sethia, Staff writer • Dec 11, 2017
Illinois running back Kendrick Foster is tackled during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium. The Illini fell 28-6.

[Photo] Foster ready for the next step

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer • Dec 11, 2017
An emergency exit in Grainger Engineering Library. Columnist Delayne Weston argues that everyone needs to be more aware of where emergency exits are in buildings in case of a fire.

[Photo] Emergency exits too often overlooked on campus

By Delayne Weston, Columnist • Dec 9, 2017
Safety Patrick Nelson makes a tackle during the Wisconsin game on Oct. 28. Nelson is one Illini transferring next season.

[Photo] Green Street set to open for traffic mid-December

By Haipei Wu, Staff Writer • Nov 30, 2017
Rebecca Ginsburg works with the Education Justice Project located at the YMCA. Here, she poses in front of the University YMCA.

[Photo] Education Justice Project provides incarcerated with pathway to success

By Marissa Plescia, Staff writer • Nov 29, 2017
Illinois running back Mike Epstein dives for a touchdown during the game against Ball State on Saturday, September 2, at Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] ISG executives reflect on semester, look to increase involvement

By Cori Lippert, Staff Writer • Nov 27, 2017
Illinois tight end Louis Dorsey makes a one-catch against Ball State in the Illini's matchup against the Cardinals on September 2. The Illini won 24-21. Dorsey is one of Illinois' true freshmen who made the cut for BTN's All-Freshman team.

[Photo] Touchdown Times: Ohio State

By Gavin Good • Nov 16, 2017
Louis Dorsey, tight end for the fighting Illini, makes a one-handed catch at the game against Ball State. The Fighting Illini won 24-21.

[Photo] ISG leads students in demanding affordable textbooks

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • Nov 14, 2017
Illinois wide receiver Trenard Davis leaps for a catch during the game against Indiana on Saturday, Nov 11. The Illni trail 0-14 at half.

[Photo] Illini offense flatlines against Indiana

Nov 11, 2017
The Foo Fighters performed at the State Farm Center on Wednesday, Nov. 8.

[Photo] Foo Fighters return to Champaign for first time since 2005

By Anisha Kasem, Staff writer • Nov 11, 2017
Illinois running back Kendrick Foster weaves around the defense during the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct 28. The Illini lost 10-24.

[Photo] Returning home: CU veterans recount wartime experiences, struggles

By Fatima Farha, Contributing Writer • Nov 9, 2017
A student sits on a couch at the end of a hallway in the Information Sciences building.

[Photo] ACES professors receive recognition for research, teaching

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • Nov 7, 2017
Construction is ongoing at the English Building on the quad.

[Photo] University professors and local farm receive grants to improve farming systems

By Heather Schlitz, Staff Writer • Nov 6, 2017
The Racial Justice Allies and Advocates Training was held at the Ike on Friday, Oct. 27.

[Photo] Racial Justice Allies and Advocate training raises awareness on campus

By Haipei Wu, Staff Writer • Nov 4, 2017
Illinois linebacker Ayo Shogbonyo celebrates a fumble recovery during the game against Rutgers on Oct. 24. Illinois has had a total of four players ejected for targeting during four separate games this season.

[Photo] Don’t lazily show school spirit solely through Illinois gear

By Sriram Karumbunathan, Columnist • Nov 3, 2017
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith looks out over the field during the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct 28. The Illini lost 10-24.

[Photo] It’s Christmas time for Illinois sports

By Cole Henke, Sports Editor • Nov 2, 2017
Illinois quarterback Cam Thomas throws a pass on the move during the game against Wisconsin on Oct 28. The Illini lost 24-10.

[Photo] Coaching staff trying to make two-quarterback system work

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer • Nov 1, 2017
Illinois running back Kendrick Foster weaves around the defense during the game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct 28. The Illini lost 10-24.

[Photo] Native American Guardian Association advocates for Chief Illiniwek

By Karan Abrol, Staff Writer • Oct 30, 2017
Illini safety Patrick Nelson makes a tackle during the Illini's 24-10 Homecoming loss to Wisconsin.

[Photo] Grading Illinois’ 24-10 Homecoming loss to Wisconsin

Oct 28, 2017
Illinois quarterback Cam Thomas throws a pass during the Homecoming game against Wisconsin on Saturday. The Illini lost 24-10.

[Photo] UPDATED RAPID RECAP: Illini drop homecoming game to Wisconsin

Oct 28, 2017
Members of the Marching Illini cheer during an Illinois football game. The band will perform during many events throughout Homecoming Week, including at the Homecoming Parade on Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. and the Illinois football game against Wisconsin on Oct. 28 at 11 a.m. The Marching Illini will also perform at an indoor show in the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person, $7 for seniors and $4 for University students. The event will also feature performances from the Illinois Wind Symphony and the Illinois Wind Orchestra.

[Photo] Marching on Homecoming: The Band’s Perspective

By Yoav Margalit, Contributing Writer • Oct 22, 2017
Illinois running back Ra'Von Bonner sweeps past defenders during the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Oct. 24. The Illini lost 35-24

[Photo] Time is the medicine Illinois football needs

Oct 23, 2017
Illinois running back Mike Epstein dives for a touchdown during the game against Ball State on Saturday, September 2, at Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] A way-too-early preview of 2018 Illinois football

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer • Nov 27, 2017
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[Photo] Bicycle maintenance class started this semester

Oct 18, 2017
Illinois wide receiver Dominic Thieman scrambles for yards during the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Oct. 24. The Illini lost 35-24

[Photo] Injuries piling up for Illini

By Jacob Diaz, Staff writer • Oct 17, 2017
Illinois quarterback Jeff George, Jr. weaves through defenders during the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Oct. 24. The Illini lost 35-24

[Photo] Quarterback play continues to be Illinois’ downfall

By Jacob Diaz, Staff writer • Oct 16, 2017
The Stock Pavilion is used for many things, like flying drones, testing engineering experiments, or for hosting class.

[Photo] Uncovering Stock Pavilion’s rich history

By Chris Jenig, Contributing writer • Oct 16, 2017
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[Photo] Grading Illinois’ 35-24 loss to Rutgers

By THE DAILY ILLINI SPORTS STAFF • Oct 14, 2017
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith stands on the sidelines during the game against Western Kentucky University on Sept. 9.

[Photo] Students on the Suburban Express ‘Page of Shame’ speak out

By Olivia Welshans, Contributing writer • Oct 12, 2017
Vic Mensa performs at the Canopy Club Sunday night. This is the first time in over 4 years since Mensa has performed in Urbana, IL.

[Photo] Vic Mensa holds impromptu concert at Canopy Club

By Aaron Navarro, On-air news editor • Oct 9, 2017
Robby Hauldren speaks to the crowd onstage in Granger Grove on Friday, Sept. 29.

[Photo] Louis the Child kicks off tailgate with Grange Grove concert

By Isabella Arquilla, Contributing writer • Sep 30, 2017
Illinois quarterback Chayce Crouch searches for a receiver down the field. The Illini lost to Nebraska 28-6

[Photo] Illinois announces quarterback change

Oct 3, 2017
Illinois quarterback Chayce Crouch stiff-arms a defender during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium. The Illini lost 28-6.

[Photo] Illinois drops Big Ten opener to Nebraska, 28-6

Sep 29, 2017
Robby Hauldren speaks to the crowd onstage in Granger Grove on Friday, Sept. 29.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Louis The Child

By Jessica Jutzi • Sep 29, 2017
Thunder cat performed at the 2017 Pygmalion Festival on Thursday, Sept. 21. The festival featured a wide variety of genres and performers.

[Photo] Music rises as Pygmalion’s top feature

By Aaron Navarro, On-air news editor • Sep 25, 2017
Illinois wide receiver Mike Dudek celebrates a punt return during the game against Ball State on Saturday, September 2, at Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] Students continue to struggle with food allergies on campus

By Rebecca Wood, Staff writer • Sep 21, 2017
The exterior of the Asian American studies building. The program is studying its 20th year on campus.

[Photo] Asian American Studies celebrates 20 years on campus

By Olivia Bienvenue, Staff writer • Sep 20, 2017
Freshman defensive end Bobby Roundtree celebrates after making a tackle during the Sept. 9 game against Western Kentucky. The Illini won 20-7.

[Photo] Illinois defense brought back down to Earth, and that is good

By Cole Henke, Sports editor • Sep 18, 2017
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[Photo] Decoy bicycles used to combat bicycle thefts

By Jessica Berbey, Daytime news editor • Sep 18, 2017
Freshman tight end Louis Dorsey breaks past a defender in Illinois' win over Western Kentucky on Saturday.

[Photo] Out with the old, Inn with the new

By Luke Cooper and Kevin Delgado • Sep 14, 2017
Freshman defensive end Isaiah Gay points to the sideline after making a tackle against Western Kentucky on Saturday. The Illini won 20-7.

[Photo] True freshman Gay shines under the bright lights

Sep 10, 2017
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith looks out at his team from the sidelines during the game against Western Kentucky at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 9. The Illini won 20-7.

[Photo] Grading Illinois football’s win over Western Kentucky

Sep 10, 2017
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