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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
Sydney Laput

Sydney Laput, Photo Editor

Rock band CBDB performs at NOLA's Rock Bar on Tuesday. CBDB is based from Alabama and is currently on their U.S. tour.

[Photo] CBDB rocks Urbana’s NOLA’s with signature ‘Joyfunk’ sound  

By Gina Jagminas, Contributing Writer • Feb 25, 2022
Nia Patterson, sophomore in LAS, talks about her experience living in PAR compared to the Ikenberry Commons when it comes diversity. With PAR having more residents identifying as African American.

[Photo] Black students call for more UI investment in diverse residence halls

By Farrah Anderson, Assistant Investigative News and Longform Editor • Feb 25, 2022
Gymnast Mia Takekawa executes her routine for floor exercise during the match against Minnesota on Feb. 6. The Illini will be going against Rutgers in a dual meet this Friday.

[Photo] No. 20 Illinois women’s gymnastics returns to Huff Hall for dual meet against No. 24 Rutgers

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 25, 2022
Guard, Aaliyah Nye, makes a play during the game against Northwestern on Sunday. The Illini were not able to secure the win against Northwestern losing 59-82.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball travels to Minnesota for last away game of season

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Feb 24, 2022
Adam Aaronson, junior in engineering, talks about his passion with crossword puzzles and having a few of his own published in The New York Times and other publications.

[Photo] Published crossword enthusiast provides insights into his hobby, goals

By JP Legarte, Staff Writer • Feb 23, 2022
Jernie Saunders, a junior in LAS, talks about how the Illinois Student Government should reach out to the student body more.

[Photo] Opinion | Illinois Student Government struggles to reach students

By Nathaniel Langley, Opinions Editor • Feb 23, 2022
Gymnast Mia Takekawa performs for her balance beam event during the meet against Minnesota on Feb. 6. Takeawa scored team highs during her balance beam event during the Big Five Meet with the Illini placing third overall.

[Photo] Illinois women’s gymnastics places third at Big Five Meet, earns No. 20 national ranking

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 21, 2022
William Patterson, clinical associate professor in FAA and lecturer in Engineering and technological entrepreneurship, is the founder of the Hip Hop Express: Double Dutch Boom Bus. The vehicle helps educate youth through technology and Black music.

[Photo] Professor uses hip-hop to turn the tables on education

By Faith Allendorf and Nandika Chatterjee • Feb 23, 2022
With the University lifting the mask mandate there has been uncertainty with the difference between instructional and non-instructional facilities on campus.

[Photo] UI to lift indoor mask mandate for non-instructional spaces

By JP Legarte, Ashley Gilbert and Royal Shrestha • Feb 21, 2022
University alumnus Garrett Frank plays the guitar outside of the Illini Union on Saturday. Frank recently joined the band Kangaroo Court last fall.

[Photo] Kangaroo Court guitarist brings passion to stage

By Olivia Rosenberg, Assistant buzz Editor • Feb 23, 2022
Senior guard Da'Monte Williams looks for teammates during Illinois' game against Michigan State at State Farm Center on Jan. 25. The Illini's offensive struggles continued on Saturday despite beating the Spartans, 79-74, in East Lansing, Michigan.

[Photo] Shooting struggles continue in Illinois men’s basketball’s 79-74 win over Michigan State

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • Feb 19, 2022
Illinois men's tennis head coach, Brad Dancer, observes a singles match against Chicago State on Jan. 22. The Illini will have two matches at Atkins on Saturday against Duke and Northern Kentucky, and one match on Sunday against UNC.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis looks to snap losing streak with three matches at Atkins

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Feb 19, 2022
Gymnast Kaitlyn Ewald balances during her beam event during the competition against Feb. 6. During the previous meet, Ewald and teammate Mia Takekawa both tied a team high for bars.

[Photo] Illinois women’s gymnastics travels to Toledo for Big Five Meet

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 18, 2022
Thrower Tyler Sudduth prepares to launch the weight during his weight throw event during the Illini Invitational on Jan. 22. The Illini will be back home on Friday for the Illini Classic.

[Photo] Illinois track & field wraps up indoor regular season with Illini Classic in Champaign

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Feb 18, 2022
Snow piles on the Alma Mater statue on Feb. 2. The University has announced that classes after 2 p.m. will be remote.

[Photo] UI moves classes online for Thursday afternoon due to snowstorm

By Willie Cui, Assistant Daytime Editor • Feb 17, 2022
Gymnast Mia Takekawa begins her floor exercise routine during the competition against Minnesota on Feb. 6. Takekawa scored a team high on bars, but the Illini lose against Michigan State.

[Photo] Illinois women’s gymnastics falls in East Lansing as No. 15 Michigan State sets program records

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 15, 2022
Outside of a RA’s door in Wassaja Hall on Saturday. Columnist Talia Duffy believes patrols from resident advisors makes dorms less of a home and creates a more distant relationship among students.

[Photo] Opinion | Dorms aren’t prisons: Stop random patrols

By Talia Duffy, Columnist • Feb 16, 2022
One of the houses a part of the shows is located on West Elm Street in Urbana. House shows become more popular among musicians and students.

[Photo] House shows create unique, intimate venue

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • Feb 16, 2022
Residents Jada Fulcher, Kei See, Jacob Dixon, and Anri Brod spend their free time in the living room of Harvest House on Saturday. Harvest House is one of three houses a part of COUCH CO-OP.

[Photo] Staff shortages, COVID-19 precautions impact dining halls

By Weiyu Ding and Mona Alrazzaq • Feb 16, 2022
Residents Jada Fulcher, Kei See, Jacob Dixon, and Anri Brod spend their free time in the living room of Harvest House on Saturday. Harvest House is one of three houses a part of COUCH CO-OP.

[Photo] COUCH provides affordable, communal housing

By Faith Allendorf, Features Editor • Feb 16, 2022
A plaque of Maudelle Tanner Brown Bousfield is located by the entrance of Bousfield hall. The hall was named after her in dedication for being the first Black woman to graduate from the University.

[Photo] Residence hall honors Maudelle Tanner Brown Bousfield

By Cecilia Milmoe, Staff Writer • Feb 16, 2022
Freshman Gabrielius Guzauskas celebrates during his singles match against Chicago State on Jan. 22. The Illini lose both their games against Michigan and Notre Dame.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis drops matches to No. 20 Michigan, Notre Dame as losing streak continues

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Feb 12, 2022
Valentina Fazio, junior in LAS, looks at the Mirror of Time installation by Nasrin Navab and other artists for the Reckless Law, Shameless Order Exhibit on Friday. The exhibit's purpose is in giving an outlet for those formally incarcerated.

[Photo] Art exhibit empowers formally incarcerated voices

By Nandika Chatterjee, Staff Writer • Feb 12, 2022
Gymnast Ashton Anaya balances himself during his still rings event against Ohio State on Feb. 5. The Illini will be going against Oklahoma on Saturday for their second home meet of the regular season.

[Photo] No. 5 Illinois men’s gymnastics prepares for top-5 matchup, takes on No. 2 Oklahoma at Huff Hall

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 12, 2022
Sophomore Hunter Heck and redshirt sophomore Lucas Horve celebrate a point won during their match against Chicago State on Jan. 22. Heck and Horve will be competing against Michigan and Notre Dame this weekend.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis aims to reclaim top-25 spot, travels to No. 20 Michigan, Notre Dame

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Feb 11, 2022
Wrestler Justin Cardani attempts to take down his opponent from Northwestern on Jan. 29. The Illini will be on the road gong against Wisconsin on Friday.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling travels to No. 9 Wisconsin for penultimate regular season dual

By Jonathan Alday, Staff Writer • Feb 11, 2022
Gymnast Arayah Simmons practices before her vault event during the competition against Minnesota on Sunday. Simmons scored a new personal high for her vault event with a 9.850.

[Photo] Illinois women’s gymnastics records several career-highs in quad meet at Kentucky, loss to No. 5 Minnesota

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 7, 2022
Wrestler Dylan Duncan evades a tackle from his Northwestern opponent on Jan. 29. Duncan won both of his matches against Minnesota and Indiana over the weekend.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling loses to No. 16 Minnesota, picks up first conference win over Indiana in final home duals

By Nick Kane, Staff Writer • Feb 7, 2022
Illinois track & field Aiden Ouimet successful goes over the bar for his pole vault event during the Illini Invitational on Jan. 22. Ouimet recorded a personal best for his 60m hurdles event during the Meyo Invitational.

[Photo] Howell dominates, Illinois track & field sets personal records at Meyo Invitational 

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2022
A steam tunnel vent located outside of PAR. The Campus Scout argues that these vents should be open in keeping the campus more warm.

[Photo] Satire | Campus Scout | Keep campus warm by opening steam pipes

By Campus Scout • Feb 7, 2022
Illinois men's gymnastic head coach, Justin Spring, talks with assistant head coach Daniel Ribeiro during the competition against Ohio State on Saturday. Spring discusses his long time support of the dual meet format that has now been added.

[Photo] Illini men’s gymnastics coach Justin Spring reflects on advocating for newly implemented dual-meet format

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 7, 2022
Wrester Lucas Byrd goes towards his Northwestern opponent on Saturday. The Illini will be up against rival Minnesota on Friday.

[Photo] Illini wrestling aims to get back in win column against conference rivals

By Nick Kane, Staff Writer • Feb 4, 2022
Abby Cabush and Lauren Beard, athletes on the Illinois Swim & Dive team, walk their friends dog Daisy on the Main Quad Wednesday afternoon.

Gallery | Snow Day gives students a chance to decompress

By Sydney Laput, Cameron Krasucki, James Hoeck, Logan Hodson, Angel Saldivar and Brigida Dockus • Feb 4, 2022
Wrestler Dylan Duncan takes down his Northwestern opponent during his match on Saturday. Duncan won his his match 9-2, but the Illini lost against Northwestern 13-26.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling loses to Northwestern, remains winless in Big Ten meets

By Nick Kane, Staff Writer • Jan 31, 2022
Student Veronica Kucharczyk wears a N95 mask provided by University Housing. The N95 and KN95s are a more safer and the better recommended option for students.

[Photo] UI recommends N95 masks, distributes them for free

By Lilli Bresnahan, Staff Writer • Jan 31, 2022
Red Herring owner, Lo Kolb, poses in front of the sign outside the restaurant. Kolb talks about their journey to owning the business and future plans.

[Photo] The Red Herring owner reflects on life, implications of pandemic

By Jacqueline Barba, Staff Writer • Feb 3, 2022
Guard Trent Frazier shoots a 3 pointer during the game against Michigan State on Tuesday. The Illini will be going up north against Northwestern on Saturday.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball continues league play at in-state rival Northwestern

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • Jan 29, 2022
Illinois women's tennis freshman Megan Heuser prepares to hit the ball during her doubles match with sophomore Kate Duong against Eastern Illinois on Sunday. The Illini will heading to Florida for the ITA Kickoff on Saturday and Sunday.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis travels to Tallahassee for ITA Kickoff Weekend

By James Kim, Staff Writer • Jan 29, 2022
An empty shelf of frozen food sits in the Target on Green street. Other locations around town are dealing with supply shortages that many students say are impacting their eating routines.

[Photo] Food shortages, inflation cause students to adjust diets

By Aidan Finn, Staff Writer • Jan 28, 2022
Sophomore Illinois men's tennis Alex Petrov hits the ball during his singles match against Chicago State on Saturday. Petrov won his match 6-0 and 6-1.

[Photo] Illini men’s tennis heads south for ITA Kickoff Weekend, takes on undefeated North Carolina State

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Jan 28, 2022
Freshman Illinois track and field Tacoria Humphrey leaps over the bar during high jump at the Illini Invitational on Saturday. The Illini will be on the road this weekend for the Lenny Lyles Invitational.

[Photo] Illinois track & field to face tough competition at PNC Lenny Lyles Invitational in Louisville

By Ben Fader, Contributing Writer • Jan 28, 2022
The university's counseling center, located on John street, provides counseling and therapy sessions. The center and other resources are aiding students as the COVID-19 surge impacts students' mental health.

[Photo] COVID-19 increases students’ need for mental help

By Madison Holcomb, Staff Writer • Jan 27, 2022
N95 masks are in a university resident's mailbox in FAR. The university has provided all students in university housing with a free N95 mask.

[Photo] University Housing changes quarantine, isolation procedures

By Royal Shrestha, Staff Writer • Jan 26, 2022
Freshman guard Luke Goode dribbles the ball while looking to teammate senior guard Trent Frazier during Illinois men's basketball's 56-55 win over Michigan State at State Farm Center on Tuesday. Goode played his best game in an Illini uniform in the one-point win.

[Photo] Notes, player grades: Shorthanded Illinois men’s basketball tops Michigan State in down-to-wire finish

By Josh Pietsch, Sports On-Air Editor • Jan 25, 2022
Trent Frazier dribbles with the ball during the first half of the Illinois men's basketball game against Michigan State at State Farm Center on Tuesday night.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball fends off late Michigan State rally, grinds out hard-fought 56-55 win

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Jan 25, 2022
Illinois women's tennis Kida Ferrari prepares to hit the ball during her singles match against Chicago State on Jan. 23. Farrari won her match, 6-1 and 6-0.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis sweeps Eastern Illinois, Chicago State during Sunday doubleheader

By James Kim, Staff Writer • Jan 24, 2022
Illinois women's tennis Kate Duong celebrates during her doubles match with Megan Heuser against Chicago State on Jan. 23. Duong and Heuser's strong partnership aids in the team's success for doubles.

[Photo] ‘It’s exciting for sure’: Underclassmen Duong, Heuser take command of No. 1 doubles for Illini women’s tennis

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Jan 26, 2022
Illinois Men’s Tennis Alex Brown prepares to receive the ball during his singles match against Chicago State on Jan. 22. The team hopes to keep up the success from the past season after key seniors leave.

[Photo] Illini men’s tennis regroups after four seniors graduate, aims to defend Big Ten title

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Jan 24, 2022
Illinois Men's Tennis Hunter Heck begins to swing his racket during his singles match against Chicago State on Jan. 22. The Illini won against the Cougars 4-0.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis splits doubleheader, beats Chicago State after falling to Ohio State

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Jan 22, 2022
Kendall Bostic goes to block a shot during Illinois women's basketball's game against SIUE on Nov. 18. Bostic grabbed 22 rebounds on Sunday against Eastern Kentucky, the third-highest mark in program history.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball’s Kendall Bostic bounces back with historic performance against Eastern Kentucky

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Dec 7, 2021
Guard Aaliyah Nye dribbles past her opponent during the game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Nov. 18. Nye and Kendall Bostic dominate Eastern Kentucky in a 71-57 win on Sunday.

[Photo] Aaliyah Nye, Kendall Bostic dominate Eastern Kentucky in 71-57 win

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Dec 5, 2021
Chancellor Robert J. Jones awaits to speak at the Siebel Center for Design grand opening on Oct. 8. Jones delivered the annual State of the University address on Thursday and mentioned that he has high hopes for the future of the University post COVID-19.

[Photo] Chancellor Robert Jones delivers annual State of the University address

By Vivian La, Assistant Daytime Editor • Dec 5, 2021
Guard Sara Anastasieska dribbles the ball past SIUE player on Nov. 18. The Illini will be hosting against Florida State on Thursday.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball welcomes No. 25 Florida State to State Farm Center

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Dec 2, 2021
Illinois fifth-year senior guard Trent Frazier guards Notre Dame's Prentiss Hubb during the first half of the Illini's 82-72 win at State Farm Center on Monday.

[Photo] Fifth-year seniors Williams, Frazier show resilience despite battling injury, illness in win over Notre Dame

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • Nov 29, 2021
Illinois junior Kofi Cockburn shoots a floater during the team's 82-72 win over Notre Dame at State Farm Center on Monday.

[Photo] Player grades: Shorthanded Illinois shows promise in 10-point victory over Notre Dame

By Josh Pietsch, Sports On-Air Editor • Nov 29, 2021
Guard De'Myla Brown dribbles down the court during the SIUE game on Nov. 18. Even with Brown's strong performance, the Illini have a tough fall this past weekend in Florida.

[Photo] Lack of consistent contributors leads to disappointing weekend for Illini women’s basketball

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 27, 2021
Junior guard Jada Peebles dribbles during the game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville at State Farm Center on Nov. 18. The Illini fell to Middle Tennessee State today and leave Florida without a win.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball falls to Middle Tennessee by double digits, leaves Florida winless

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 27, 2021
Junior guard De’Myla Brown looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to during the game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Nov. 18. The Illini lost their first away game of the season against Dayton at the Daytona Beach Invitational on Friday.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball falls to Dayton in first game at Daytona Beach Invitational

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 26, 2021
Guard Adalia McKenzie performs a layup during the game against SIUE on Nov. 18. The Illini will be up against the Flyers for the Daytona Invitational this Friday.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball kicks off Daytona Beach Invitational versus Dayton

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 26, 2021
Kofi Cockburn shoots the ball during Illinois men's basketball's game against Arkansas State on Oct. 29. The Illini beat the Kansas State Wildcats in the third-place game of the Hall of Fame Classic on Tuesday night.

[Photo] Season-highs from Alfonso Plummer, Kofi Cockburn see Illinois men’s basketball take down Kansas State

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Nov 23, 2021
Guard Jada Peebles high fives teammates during lineup introductions for the SIUE game on Nov. 18. The Illini make a comeback winning against Riverside, 86-82.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball bounces back, gets 86-82 win over UC Riverside

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 21, 2021
Guard Jada Peebles runs around a Southern Illinois University Edwardsville defender on Nov. 18 at State Farm Center. Illinois welcomes UC Riverside to Champaign for their game this afternoon.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball welcomes UC Riverside to Champaign to conclude their four-game home stand

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 21, 2021
Guard Aaliyah Nye strategizes her moves during the game against SIUE on Nov. 18. The Illini obtain their first lost of the season, 71-62.

[Photo] Late push from Illinois women’s basketball not enough in 71-62 loss to SIUE

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 18, 2021
With ongoing supply chain complications, Illini Union Bookstore shares their worries about spring course materials not arriving on time with less than half of spring courses submitting their materials on the due date of Oct. 7.

[Photo] UI bookstore expresses concern over availability of spring course materials

By Ashley Gilbert, Staff Writer • Nov 15, 2021
Anthropology professor, Lisa Lucero, inspires students to think and learn more about sustainability by looking at historic lifestyles and technologies.

[Photo] Professor teaches students to appreciate past through archaeology

By Fizza Hassan, Staff Writer • Nov 10, 2021
Danny Vogwill, senior in AHS, balances their life through their many leadership roles from being an RA to an event planner.

[Photo] Resident adviser occupies many leadership positions

By Lydia Constantine, Contributing Writer • Nov 10, 2021
Singer and songwriter Neal Francis performs at the Canopy Club on Nov. 6. Francis is currently on tour and recently released a new album, "In Plain Sight".

[Photo] Neal Francis debuts new album ‘In Plain Sight’ at The Canopy Club

By Isabelle Bertolini, Staff Writer • Nov 10, 2021
Forward Coleman Hawkins looks to the basket during the game against Indiana University of Pennsylvania Oct. 29. Illinois will host Jackson State today at State Farm Center to start off the regular season without Kofi Cockburn.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball welcomes Jackson State, opens regular season without Kofi Cockburn

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • Nov 9, 2021
Amir Dadar, freshman in AHS, talks about his opinion about the decommissioning of the UGL.

[Photo] Opinion | What do you think about UGL moving?

By Nick Johnson and Axel Almanza • Nov 10, 2021
Filmmaker Kat Williams, senior in the College of Media, hopes to inspire other Black student filmmakers with her organization Focus Pull.

[Photo] Kat Williams creates spaces for Black voices via filmmaking 

By Sydney Wood, Assistant buzz Editor • Nov 10, 2021
Graduate student Kylie Bruder prepares to serve a ball during Illinois' match against Nebraska on Thursday. The No. 25 Illini fell to the No. 11 Minnesota Golden Gophers, 3-0, at Huff Hall on Saturday night.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball struggles against No. 11 Minnesota, falls in three sets

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Nov 6, 2021
Hitter Jessica Nunge jumps and attempts to tip the ball over to Nebraska's side on Nov. 4. The Illini will host their next match against Minnesota at Huff Hall this weekend.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball welcomes No. 11 Minnesota to Huff Hall on Saturday

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Nov 6, 2021
Illinois sophomore outside hitter Raina Terry hits the ball during the team's match against Nebraska on Thursday night at Huff Hall. Terry registered a match-high 12 kills in the Illini's 3-0 loss to the No. 9 Cornhuskers.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball suffers second sweep of season in 3-0 home loss to No. 9 Nebraska

By Claire O’Brien, Sports Digital Content Editor • Nov 4, 2021
Kofi Cockburn shoots a free throw during Illinois' 94-79 exhibition win over Indiana University of Pennsylvania on Friday. Cockburn has received a three-game suspension for selling team-issued gear prior to the passing of NIL legislation.

[Photo] Kofi Cockburn to miss first three games of regular season due to suspension

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Nov 1, 2021
Midfielder Hope Breslin runs onto the field during the game against Wisconsin on Oct. 8. Breslin was selected by Angel City FC in the third round of the NWSL Draft.

[Photo] Illinois soccer season recap: Illini struggle in Big Ten play despite strong start to nonconference action

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Nov 1, 2021
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[Photo] Best of CU: Best book store

Nov 3, 2021
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[Photo] Best of CU: Best tattoo shop

Nov 3, 2021
Coleman Hawkins collects himself before shooting a 3-pointer during the game against Indiana Unversity at Pennsylvania on Friday at State Farm Center. Hawkins scored 16 points and made his first career start in the Illini's 94-79 win.

[Photo] Plummer, Hawkins emerge as offensive threats in Illinois men’s basketball’s win over Indiana University of Pennsylvania

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Oct 29, 2021
Coleman Hawkins collects himself before shooting a 3-pointer during the game against Indiana Unversity at Pennsylvania on Friday at State Farm Center. Hawkins scored 16 points and made his first career start in the Illini's 94-79 win.

[Photo] Cockburn’s big second-half display, Hawkins’ efficiency guide Illinois men’s basketball past IUP

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • Oct 29, 2021
Illini Thaakat members participate in the "Red Light, Green Light" game inspired by "Squid Game" on Oct. 19. The Thaakat foundation's main focus is on charity and volunteer work.

[Photo] Illini Thaakat hosts ‘Squid Games’ on Main Quad

By Shloaka Duvvuri, Contributing Writer • Oct 28, 2021
Two students wear masks on the Main Quad while playing real life "Squid Games" on Oct. 19. Columnist Micky Horstman argues that the University Covid-19 policies pick favorites and prompt skepticism.

[Photo] Opinion | University COVID-19 policies prompt skepticism

By Micky Horstman, Columnist • Oct 28, 2021
Forward Makena Silber charges toward the ball during the game against Wisconsin Oct. 8. The Illini fell to Nebraska 3-1 Thursday night.

[Photo] Illinois soccer falls to Nebraska 3-1

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 21, 2021
Mythbuster's star Karli Byron speaks at the Illini Union on Tuesday night. Byron discussed the future of education with students at the University.

[Photo] MythBusters’ Kari Byron discusses future of education

By Faith Allendorf, Contributing Writer • Oct 21, 2021
Forward Makena Silber handles the ball during the game against Wisconsin Oct. 8. The Illini look to perform well in their game against Iowa on Sunday.

[Photo] Illinois soccer looks to return to form against Iowa

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 17, 2021
Redshirt Junior Ashley Cathro defends the all during the game against Wisconsin Oct. 8. The Illini fell to Iowa 3-2 on Sunday afternoon.

[Photo] Illinois soccer falls short of comeback, loses 3-2 at Iowa

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 17, 2021
The Illinois soccer team stand on the sidelines for the national anthem during the game against Wisconsin on Oct. 8. The Illini fell 5-0 against Minnesota tonight to their strong leading attack.

[Photo] Minnesota leads with strong attack, Illinois soccer falls 5-0

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 14, 2021
The soccer team celebrates on the field after their tie against Wisconsin on Oct. 8. The soccer team looks to beat Minnesota today in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Illinois soccer looks to continue strong performance on the road at Minnesota

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Edtior • Oct 14, 2021
Senior Makena Silber kicks the soccer ball during their game against Wisconsin on Saturday. The teams tie after going into two different overtimes.

[Photo] Illinois soccer dominate Wisconsin, nearly seal match with golden goal

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 8, 2021
Ian Copple, a senior in LAS, rides his bike on the Main Quad playing the saxophone which he refers to as saxo-biking.

[Photo] ‘Saxo-biking’ and mathematics collide

By Julia Youman, Staff Writer • Oct 13, 2021
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