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Prospective students and their parents take a tour of campus on March 6, 2018. The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the admissions process at the University.

[PHOTO] Portraits of faith: ‘Physically distant, emotionally close’

March 1, 2021
Cars roll down Green Street in Champaign on Feb. 24, 2020. The City of Champaign has implemented new rules to prevent illegal parking on Green Street.

[PHOTO] City of Champaign implements changes to prevent illegal parking on Green Street

February 26, 2021
Former Illini running back Reggie Corbin rushes the ball during a game against Wisconsin at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 19, 2019. Corbin signed a deal with the BC Lions in Canada to continue his playing career.

[PHOTO] Reggie Corbin looks to jump-start football career in Canada

February 22, 2021
Illinois head coach Tyra Perry smiles as she walks past the Illinois dugout during the game against Northwestern at Eichelberger Field on Mar. 28, 2018. Perry is excited for her team to begin play soon.

[PHOTO] Illini to kick off All-Big Ten schedule in Florida bubble

February 18, 2021
The exterior of The Bread Company is pictured above. The restaurant has been utilizing curbside pickup.

[PHOTO] Campus restaurant turns Grubhub drivers into customers 

February 18, 2021
Students have fun in the snow on Oct. 31, 2019. A recent snow storm has caused cancelations in the CU area.

[PHOTO] Heavy snow leads to widespread cancellations in CU, campus

February 17, 2021
Members of the Students for Justice in Palestine organization protest during the Illinois Student Government Meeting at the ARC Multi-Purpose Room on October 23, 2019. A lawsuit between Speech First and the University was settled on Feb. 2.

[PHOTO] University settles lawsuit with free speech group

February 15, 2021
Cars roll down Green Street in Champaign on Feb. 24. Deciding between living in Champaign and Urbana requires important consideration.

[PHOTO] Which is better suited for you: Urbana or Champaign?

February 15, 2021
Students wait to enter the PAR dining hall on May 1, 2018. You will meet many different types of people during your freshman year at Illinois.

[PHOTO] If UI dorms were people you met your freshman year

February 15, 2021
A common area in the Weston Exploration LLC sits quietly. There are several things to get used to when living in a dorm freshman year.

[PHOTO] First-year dorm experiences have their struggles

February 15, 2021
The Illini Union stands at the end of the Main Quad on Oct. 29. Nine presidents of Illinois public universities have signed a letter seeking additional COVID-19 relief.

[PHOTO] Saddled with COVID debt, Illinois public universities plea for relief

February 11, 2021
Students walk on the Main Quad through the snow. The

[PHOTO] UI lifts essential activities guidance, promotes safe interactions

February 8, 2021
Engineering students talk to company representatives at the Engineering Career Fair at the ARC on Sept. 11, 2018. Dressing appropriately is crucial to interview success.

[PHOTO] Make a good first impression at your next job interview

February 1, 2021
A student works at a station in the PAR Computer Lab on April 28. Keeping your workplace organized is key in being productive.

[PHOTO] Reinvigorate your at-home work space

February 1, 2021
Patrons of Brew Lab have a conversation over coffee on Feb. 18. Analyzing aspects of your personality can be an aid in choosing a career that’s right for you.

[PHOTO] Let your personality be your career adviser

February 1, 2021
Career Center employee Shoptorshi Rahman, walks through a sample resume with student Alexis Young on Jan. 24, 2019. Choosing a path that you slightly fear is often a wise decision.

[PHOTO] Choose a career that scares you

February 1, 2021
A woman sitting in a chair reads a book on April 12, 2018. Columnist Samuel suggests books to read in 2021.

[PHOTO] Opinion | Recommendations for your resolution to read in 2021

February 1, 2021
The UI Women's Resource Center is located at 616 East Green Street. The center was recently awarded a grant for $300,000.

[PHOTO] UI’s Women’s Resources Center awarded $300,000 grant for reducing violence, stalking

January 29, 2021
Illinois head coach Chris Tamas talks to his team during a timeout in the match against Nebraska in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament at the Target Center on Dec. 13, 2018. Illinois will have its home opener today against Wisconsin at Huff Hall.

[PHOTO] Illinois to host top-ranked Wisconsin in home opener

January 29, 2021
The Undergraduate Library sits empty on Nov. 15. The UGL has had limited capacity for study spaces since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

[PHOTO] Students search for study spaces

January 27, 2021
Hezbullah Akmal, 38, picks out a fiction novel at the Champaign Public Library on Nov. 5, 2018.

[PHOTO] Opinion | Maintain healthy reading habits

January 26, 2021
Mia Takekawa poses during a meet against Central Michigan on March 1.

[PHOTO] No. 22 Illinois women’s gymnastics opens season with win at Nebraska

January 15, 2021
Senior Trent Frazier drives forward during the game against Nebraska on Feb. 24, 2020.

[PHOTO] Big Ten hoops update: Conference deals with several postponements, paused programs

January 15, 2021
Protesters march on the Main Quad during the Women's March on Jan. 26.

[PHOTO] Gallery | 2020 Year in Review

December 31, 2020
Athletic Director Josh Whitman shakes Lovie Smith's hand after a football game on Sep. 21, 2019. After five years at Illinois, Smith was fired on Sunday as a result of not winning enough games for the program.

[PHOTO] Five-year product not enough as Josh Whitman searches for consistent winner

December 15, 2020
Quarterback Brandon Peters prepares to throw a pass during the game against Iowa on Nov. 23, 2019.

[PHOTO] Illini look to knock off Iowa, jump-start program

December 4, 2020
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith looks up at the scoreboard during the game against Iowa at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018.

[PHOTO] Illinois to host Ohio State seeking third straight win

November 26, 2020
The Carle Foundation Hospital on March 2, 2019 is pictured above. Carle Health has recently began sharing COVID-19 data.

[PHOTO] Carle Health begins sharing COVID-19 data

November 19, 2020
Members of the Marching Illini stand in the end zone before the game against Minnesota at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 3, 2018. The Marching Illini recently performed during the 100th anniversary of the Altgeld bells.

[PHOTO] Marching Illini finds new ways to support each other to maintain school spirit

November 19, 2020
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field after a disappointing 42-38 loss to Nebrasaka on Sept. 21, 2019. The Illini will look to beat the Cornhuskers this Saturday for the first time since 2015.

[PHOTO] Illini look to contain Cornhusker offense

November 18, 2020
Illinois tries to tackle an Iowa player during the game against Iowa on Nov. 23. Sophomore defensive back Devon Witherspoon has been a key contributor for the Illini so far this season, accumulating 15 tackles in two games in 2020.

[PHOTO] Devon Witherspoon brings toughness to Illini secondary

November 12, 2020
Redshirt freshman quarterback Isaiah Williams scans the field during the game against Michigan on Oct. 12, 2019, which Illinois lost 42-25. Williams may start as quarterback against Rutgers on Saturday.

[PHOTO] Isaiah Williams may get chance to showcase ability

November 12, 2020
Students protest at an ISG meeting on Oct. 23, 2019. The ISG was debating a resolution regarding the conflation of Anti-Zionism with Anti-Semitism.

[PHOTO] Jewish students file complaint against UI, allege anti-Semitic environment

November 5, 2020
Illinois Engineering students speak with potential employers at the Engineering Career Fair at the ARC on Sept. 11, 2018. This year, the fair is online rather than in person.

[PHOTO] Engineering students hindered by COVID-19

November 5, 2020
Former Illinois basketball player Tyler Underwood stands with his family, including basketball Head Coach Brett Underwood, during senior night on March 8 at State Farm Center.

[PHOTO] Tyler Underwood brings his basketball IQ back to Illinois

October 28, 2020
Sophomores Kyla Swanson and Kennedy Collins block a spike during the match against Tennessee on Sept. 1, 2019. Collins and two of her teammates stayed in touch last semester to workout over zoom.

[PHOTO] Illinois middle blockers prepare for spotlight

October 26, 2020
Junior Makena Silber battles for control of the ball during the game against Northwestern on Sept. 20, 2019. Illinois won the game 3-1.

[PHOTO] Graduation of Maday creates competition for starting forward position

October 26, 2020
The Illinois men's basketball team celebrates a successful play during the game against Indiana on March 1.

[PHOTO] Mailbag: Answering biggest Illini preseason questions

October 22, 2020
Illinois senior kicker James McCourt kicks the game winning field goal during the game against Wisconsin on Oct. 19 at Memorial Stadium. Since then, McCourt has been practicing to ensure he has the consistency he wants as a Big Ten kicker.

[PHOTO] McCourt uses Wisconsin game as motivation for improvement

October 15, 2020
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood speaks to his team during a time out at the game against Minnesota on Jan. 30.

[PHOTO] Underwood, Illini staff continue to pursue top recruit Hopkins

October 14, 2020
The entrance to the Champaign County Jail on Nov. 24 is pictured above. The Champaign County Jail has avoided COVID-19 outbreaks with testing efforts and decreased capacity.

[PHOTO] Six months in, county jail avoids virus outbreak

October 12, 2020
Sophomore Ayo Dosunmu shoots the ball during the game against Michigan State on Feb. 11.

[PHOTO] Dosunmu still has room to grow following monster sophomore season

October 9, 2020
Volleyball head coach Chris Tamas watches from the sidelines during the game against Penn State on Nov. 15. Tamas remains optimistic about the extended offseason and the opportunity for new player improvement.

[PHOTO] Tamas prepares young team for spring season

October 8, 2020
Wisconsin quarterback Jack Coan scans the field before throwing a pass during the game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 19, 2019.

[PHOTO] Upsets, hot seat talk, injuries headline week 5 recap

October 6, 2020
Construction equipment rests on Wright street on March 16, blocking part of the road. Several roads in Champaign will be closed this week for construction.

[PHOTO] Several street closures announced in CU

October 6, 2020
Students in the Block I fan section cheer during the game against Wisconsin on Oct. 19. Block I is a student organization that allows students to show their support for Illini sports teams; the group will be hosting a watch party for the return of the football season.

[PHOTO] Block I to host watch party for football season opener

October 5, 2020
Illinois head coach Janet Rayfield shouts directions at her team from the sideline during the game against Indiana at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Oct. 14, 2018. The Illini won 1-0 in double overtime.

[PHOTO] Rayfield’s rich soccer history helps Illinois succeed

October 1, 2020
Head volleyball coach Chris Tamas speaks with current senior Megan Cooney during the game against Tennessee on Sept. 1, 2019.

[PHOTO] Shorter practices may be Illini’s secret to success

September 30, 2020
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