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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
Junior guard Maddie Weber shoots during Illinois’ game against Illinois State on Nov. 9.

[Photo] Illinois hosts Murray State for annual Field Trip Day

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Nov 17, 2025
Graduate student David Foley delivers a poem at the VOICE: Graduate Student Reading event hosted at the Gallery Art Bar in Urbana on Nov. 12.

[Photo] Graduate writers take the stage at Gallery Art Bar

By Tabitha Smith, Contributing Writer • Nov 15, 2025
Sophomore forward Berry Wallace prepares to shoot a free throw during Illinois’ game against Illinois State on Nov. 9.

[Photo] Column | 3 mistakes, 1 positive from Illinois’ road loss to Oregon State

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Nov 16, 2025
Freshman guard Destiny Jackson dribbles towards Illinois State's defense on Nov. 9 at the State Farm Center. The Illini beat the Redbirds 75-65.

[Photo] Illini head west to face Beavers

By Laura Mendes, Senior Sports Reporter • Nov 14, 2025
Senior forward Lia Howard dribbles during Illinois’ match against Rutgers on Oct. 9.

[Photo] Illinois back in NCAA tournament after 12-year absence

By Gabe Alpher, Staff Writer • Nov 14, 2025
Sophomore forward David Ras and Carson Mitchell celebrate with a teammate during Illinois’ win over Rutgers on Nov. 1.

[Photo] Illini keep rolling on road 

By Peter Jakubiak, Staff Writer • Nov 12, 2025
Sophomore Kayla Duran pushes through the water during Illinois' House of Paign Invite on Oct. 24.

[Photo] Illini make splash, continue undefeated streak

By Macy Medendorp, Staff Writer • Nov 10, 2025
Rana Khoury, assistant professor of political science and author, signs copies of her book "Civilizing Contention: International Aid in Syria's War," after a book talk, that community members could purchase at the Illini Union Bookstore on Nov. 5.

[Photo] UI professor presents research on Syrian War

By Bryana Perez, Senior Arts & Entertainment Reporter • Nov 7, 2025
The Illini, including senior forward Gregory Etingen (No. 15) and graduate student forward Ross Jaldung (No. 29) celebrate during the team’s win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Nov. 1.

[Photo] Illini look to build on win streak against Bearcats

By Isabella Lazansky, Staff Writer • Nov 7, 2025
Illinois students and their families take food at the brunch hosted by the Illini Dads Association at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center on Nov. 2 during Illinois' Dads Weekend.

[Photo] Opinion | Dads Weekend is a privilege

By Mary-Audrey Matthews, Contributing Columnist • Nov 1, 2025
Women's soccer head coach Katie Hultin yells to her team from the sideline duringthe Illinois vs. Rutgers game on Oct. 9.

[Photo] Hultin breathes new life into Illinois soccer

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Oct 30, 2025
Members of the Illinois men's rugby club join in a huddle at the end of practice on Sept. 30.

[Photo] Ready for Battle: Illini thriving under new head coach

By Isabella Lazansky, Contributing Writer • Oct 30, 2025
Illinois swimmers prepare to dive into the water at the Orange vs. Blue Swim and Dive meet hosted at the Illinois ARC pool on Oct. 4.

[Photo] Goggles on: Swim & dive strives for individual, team greatness

By Annisyn Krebs-Carr and Blake Noble • Oct 30, 2025
Hockey brothers duo senior forward Gregory Etingen and junior forward David Etingen skate over to the face-off in the first quarter of a match on Oct. 3. Illinois lost to Roosevelt University at the Illinois Ice Arena in three quarters with overtime.

[Photo] Blood is thicker than ice: 3 sets of brothers make impact on Illini hockey

By Brendan Gallian, Sports Editor • Oct 30, 2025
Rosa Maurello, senior in LAS, shows off her merchandise for Ohio State University in front of Gies Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] Illini in disguise: UI students find loyalty beyond orange and blue

By Ethan Mesich-Fiems and Olivia Dvorak • Oct 30, 2025
Shrikar Lekkala, senior in LAS, ls the founder of Phraze — an AI translation software that helps creators and other media companies translate and dub videos. Lekkala began his startup in 2023 while he was a sophomore at the University.

[Photo] UI student breaks language barriers with new AI translator

By Mary Piacente, Staff Writer • Oct 30, 2025
Sophomore Defensive Specialist/Libero Kenzie Cogan celebrates after Illinois scores a point during their match against Michigan State on Oct. 5. Illinois would go on to win the match 3-2.

Gallery | Best fall sports photos this year, so far

By Matt Stepp, Noah Markunas, Rishab Sakalkale and Sarah Slattery • Oct 30, 2025
Junior swimmer Kalina Nikolaeva cuts through the water at the ARC Pool during the intersquad Orange v. Blue meet on Oct. 4.

[Photo] No stopping Illini during House of Paign Invite 

By Maya Brito, Contributing Writer • Oct 27, 2025
Sophomore full back Lilly Grant runs to make a try after receiving the ball. Illinois beat the University of Chicago 46-15 on Oct. 18 at the Florida and Lincoln Playing Fields in Urbana

[Photo] Opinion | Everyone should join a sports RSO

By Carolyn Zhang, Contributing Columnist • Oct 23, 2025
Several Illini, including sophomore Kennedy Rainwater, prepare for competition during the Orange vs. Blue meet on Oct. 4.

[Photo] Illini blow Cyclones out of water in season-opening matches

By Maya Brito and Macy Medendorp • Oct 18, 2025
Sophomore Carlie Rose performs a reverse pike for her first dive. The Illinois Swim and Dive team hosted their own Orange vs. Blue meet at the Illinois ARC pool to open their season on Oct. 15.

[Photo] Illinois dives into season at Iowa State

By Maya Brito and Macy Medendorp • Oct 16, 2025
Staff members of Gatcha Matcha prepare matcha beverages at the University YMCA Fancy Friday evening sip and shop event on Sept. 26.

[Photo] Student business owners create community on campus

By Alexa Lis, Senior Copy Editor • Oct 6, 2025