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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

Sam Gregerman

Sam Gregerman, Editor-in-Chief

Hi! My name is Sam, and I’m a senior majoring in English and creative writing. I joined The Daily Illini in Fall 2023 after transferring to the University, and I have since serves as a Features reporter, Senior Feature Reporter and Special Sections Editor. I am so grateful for the opportunity to lead this publication as Editor-in-Chief. If I’m not in the office, I’m probably reading a good book, working in the Main Library’s Stacks or at my yoga studio. My email is linked below, and I can also be reached at [email protected]. Please reach out to me with any input, ideas or questions — it is my goal to amplify community voices to the best of my ability.

Book and The Lit merch surround a bust within the entrance of the cafe book store on Feb. 28.

Best of CU ʼ25 | Best Small Business: The Literary

By Sam Gregerman, Special Sections Editor Mar 6, 2025
Swim & dive clocks top-10 times at Last Chance Meet

Swim & dive clocks top-10 times at Last Chance Meet

By Sam Gregerman, Special Sections Editor Mar 5, 2025
The Kingfisher marches in the 2023 Homecoming parade through campus on Oct. 20, 2023.

Kingfisher movement pushes for new campus mascot

By Sam Gregerman, Special Sections Editor Dec 4, 2024
An employee at Curtis Apple Orchard organizes freshly bottled apple cider onto a pallet, ensuring the products are ready for distribution.

Falling for Curtis: Story behind beloved orchard

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Nov 6, 2024
The Other Guys perform during Acatoberfest at Foellinger Auditorium on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Annual Acatoberfest unites UI a cappella

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Oct 28, 2024
Seeking Polaris and Vorborg battling Kyza and Kulkarnikilla at Red Bull Turn It Up on Oct. 5 at Canopy Club.

Student DJ Seeking Polaris takes over CU music scene

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Oct 11, 2024

CU construction projects accommodate housing crisis

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Oct 3, 2024
UI professors analyze Kamala Harris’ campaign trail

UI professors analyze Kamala Harris’ campaign trail

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Sep 18, 2024
Attendees of Pride Fest browse at the corner of Main and Race in downtown Urbana.

CU Pride Fest offers week of celebratory events

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Sep 12, 2024
UI System study urges reduced air pollution levels

UI System study urges reduced air pollution levels

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Aug 31, 2024
Potential members cross the Main Quad during First Invite during the 2023 fall semester.

A good girl’s guide to formal recruitment

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Aug 28, 2024
The Champaign Freedom Celebration parade on July 4, 2023.

The Fourth of July: A history of Independence Day

By Sam Gregerman, Senior Feature Reporter Jul 4, 2024
Country star Toby Keith dies at 62

Country star Toby Keith dies at 62

By Sam Gregerman, Staff Writer Feb 6, 2024
Anthem Bar in Champaign on Neil Street is peacefully illuminated from the light outside during a cold day on Sunday.

Anthem creates space for queer CU nightlife

By Sam Gregerman, Contributing writer Jan 18, 2024
The sun shines on the Office of Undergraduate Admissions building located at 901 W. Illinois St, Urbana on Monday afternoon shortly after the fountain turns on.

Transfer students enhance UI’s spirit

By Sam Gregerman, Contributing Writer Oct 9, 2023