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

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

Illinois closing pitcher Garrett Acton (26) delivers the pitch during a game against Michigan in the Big Ten Tournament at TD Ameritrade Park on Thursday, May 23, 2019. The Illini lost 5-4.

[Photo] New decade offers top Illini moments

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor March 23, 2020
Lere Oladipo (90) makes a tackle in the Illini’s 42-3 victory over Akron on Aug. 31. Oladipo was later suspended and dismissed from the team for violating team rules.

[Photo] Hana Inman-Grabow fights for personal justice with Title IX

By JJ Kim, Managing Editor for Reporting January 21, 2020
Illinois’ Aleks Kovacevic returns the ball during the match against Duke at Atkins Tennis Center.  Kovacevic will participate in the Master’U BNP Paribas Collegiate Tournament.

[Photo] Kovacevic heads to France

By Luca Ripani, Staff Writer November 18, 2019
Illinois Aleks Kovacevic returns the ball during the match against Penn State at Atkins Tennis Center on Friday, April 12, 2019. The Illini won 4-3.

[Photo] Illinois racks up wins in Florida classic

By Jackson Janes, Contributing Writer November 6, 2019
Drew Richter controls the puck during Illinois’ game against llinois State. The game took place on Feb. 2, 2018.

[Photo] Illini split series against Bronchos

By Carson Gourdie, Contributing Writer October 14, 2019
Illinois Emilee Duong returns the ball during the match against Rutgers at Atkins Tennis Center on March 29, 2019.  At the ITA Championship in Tulsa, Oklahoma this weekend, Duong won her section of the Gold singles bracket.

[Photo] Illinois plays in Texas, Oklahoma

By Danielle Rhody, Contributing Writer October 9, 2019
The State Farm Center is pictured on Feb. 25.

[Photo] State Farm Center cancels concerts

By Clare Budin, Assistant Daytime News Editor October 7, 2019
Baseball head coach Dan Hartleb (24) looks on to the field before the baseball game against Purdue at Illinois Field on Saturday, April 11, 2015. Illinois won 10-5.

[Photo] Hartleb introduces Canadian club team to Illinois

By Rachel Spencer, Assistant Sports Editor September 30, 2019
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[Photo] Illini compete in Wisconsin, Indiana

By Jackson Janes, Contributing Writer September 27, 2019
Illinois defensive specialist Megan O’Brien (16) gets ready to pass the ball during the match against Nebraska in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament at the Target Center on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Nebraska defeated Illinois 3-2.

[Photo] Illinois prepare for No. 3 Nebraska

By Brendyn Jones, Staff Writer September 26, 2019
Gies College of Business celebrates the donation from the Gies Family at the Business Instructional Facility on Oct. 26, 2017. Michael Conrad, graduate student in Labor and Employment Relations, points to low unemployment numbers and opportunities in the job market for reassurance about students finding employment upon graduation.

[Photo] Students remain optimistic amid recession fears

By Clare Budin, Assistant Daytime News Reporter September 26, 2019
Sophomore forward Makena Silber shoots the ball during Illinois’ game against Indiana at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Oct. 14, 2018. Silber began playing soccer at age 4 and comes from an athletic background.

[Photo] Silber reflects on soccer roots

By Claire O'Brien, Staff Writer September 19, 2019
The Dancing Dog Eatery and Juicery is located at 126 W. Main St. in Urbana. The restuarant serves as one of the many vegan options in the area.

[Photo] Students veg out with meatless options

By Ayse Pirge, Staff Writer September 12, 2019
An actress rehearses for “Because I am your Queen (A Feminist Fantasia)” at the Illinois Theatre on March 13. Columnist Ellen praises artistic individuals for their creative minds.

[Photo] Rock on, fine arts majors

By Ellen Barczak, Columnist September 9, 2019
Illinois running back Mike Epstein runs with the football during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 13.

[Photo] Play for injured players

By Tatiania Perry, Staff Writer September 5, 2019
Former Illini sprinter Jonathan Wells kneels in a starting position during practice. Wells and fellow graduate sprinter Devin Quinn concluded their spring seasons at the USA Track and Field Outdoor Championships in July. Quinn graduated from Illinois in May while Wells has one year left of eligibility.

[Photo] Quinn, Wells run at USATF Outdoor Championships

By Rachel Spencer, Assistant Sports Editor August 26, 2019
Students walking along the Main Quad on Sept. 25, 2017.

[Photo] Become one with your schedule : Navigating campus

By Tyler Panlilio, Managing Editor for Online August 23, 2019
An I-Guide directs the family of an incoming freshman at Florida Avenue Residence Hall. Students may have options to move in early to avoid the rush of students moving in last minute.

[Photo] Make your move less stressful

By YooJin Son, Assistant News Editor August 23, 2019
Aleks Kovacevic returns the ball during the match against Penn State at the Atkins Tennis Center on April 12. Kovacevic carries the best NCAA tournament run since 2007.

[Photo] Big Ten Tournament Tennis Preview

By Nithin Reddy, Staff Writer April 25, 2019
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[Photo] Admissions firewall aims to provide transparency

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor April 25, 2019
Students attend trivia night at Murphy’s Pub Apr. 7, 2019.

[Photo] Trivia nights build community

By Erin Cady, Staff Writer April 8, 2019
Head coach Nick Fabbrini looks to the referee for an explanation of a penalty call during the game against No. 2 Ohio at the Ice Arena Saturday night, November 3, 2012.

[Photo] Fabbrini added to national team staff

By Miles Powers-Huang, Assistant Sports Editor October 8, 2018
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