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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
Darius Powell (center) with his parents and other fraternity brothers, including Delvan Willis (right), who will be spending Dads Weekend with his father for the first time this year.

Dads Weekend restores relationships, brings fathers and sons closer

By Senait Gebregiorgis • November 5, 2015
Seniors reflect on their Illini, Homecoming spirit

Seniors reflect on their Illini, Homecoming spirit

By Senait Gebregiorgis • October 16, 2015

Resident Advisers share advice, experiences with potential applicants

By Senait Gebregiorgis • October 6, 2015

Studying abroad can be advantageous to student job seekers

By Senait Gebregiorgis • September 11, 2015
100 Strong, a retention program created by the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center, works closely with freshmen to help them feel at home on campus.

Organization aims for 100 percent African-American student retention at the University

By Senait Gebregiorgis • August 17, 2015
Abriendo Caminos offers nutrition classes for children and their parents.

USDA-funded program aims to improve Hispanic community health

By Senait Gebregiorgis • August 2, 2015

University of Illinois Law student interns for Senator Dick Durbin

By Senait Gebregiorgis • July 26, 2015
Illinois Public Higher Education Cooperative (IPHEC) held the Higher Education Diverse Business Opportunity Fair at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign on Tuesday, July 25.

Business fair aims to promote higher education opportunities for minorities

By Senait Gebregiorgis • July 24, 2015
The Historic Preservation Commission approved an application for the former Coca-Cola bottling plant — and future home of Papa Del's — at 1201 S. Neil St., Champaign, to become a local historic landmark on Thursday, July 9.

Historic Preservation Commission approves landmark status for future Papa Del's location

By Senait Gebregiorgis • July 12, 2015

Champaign Fire Department celebrates 150 years of service

By Senait Gebregiorgis • July 11, 2015

Victim admits to fabricating details in police report

By Senait Gebregiorgis • July 10, 2015
As part of the Local Flavors of Central Illinois series, Milo's Restaurant in Urbana featured a farm-to-table dinner menu with fresh, locally-grown food on Thursday, July 2. Pictured are three of the choices offered: (top left) Blue Moon Farm green with farm-fresh crispy egg, grilled asparagus and basil vinaigrette; (top right) Blue Moon Farm green and roasted beets and Prairie Fruits Farm goat cheese, toasted almonds and basil vinaigrette; and (front) rosemary-lemon roasted Triple S Farm half chicken with wild rice pilaf and Blue Moon Farm zucchini.

Farm-to-table series brings local flavors to Champaign-Urbana restaurants, grocery stores

By Senait Gebregiorgis • July 5, 2015
University students design therapeutic stuffed animal to help Alzheimer's patients

University students design therapeutic stuffed animal to help Alzheimer's patients

By Senait Gebregiorgis • June 27, 2015
The Basement Gallery in downtown Champaign on it's opening night, June 17.

Secret art gallery opens in Champaign

By Senait Gebregiorgis • June 21, 2015
The children's room at Orphans Treasure Box at 826 Pioneer St. in Champaign on June 4.

Local organization helps orphans one book at a time

By Senait Gebregiorgis • June 7, 2015
A photo Willard Airport on May 29, 2015. Willard Airport is located at 11 Airport Rd. in Savoy.

University moves forward with proposed Willard Airport changes

By Senait Gebregiorgis • May 31, 2015
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