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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
Sophomore Jake Swartz prepares his pitch against Minnesota at Illinois Field on Apr. 22.

[Photo] Illinois heads to South Carolina for 3-game weekend

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • February 23, 2024
The Illini cheer on their teammates going up against Minnesota on April. 4, 2021. The team will be finishing off the season this weekend at the University of Florida and University of Michigan.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis looks to end fall split on high note

By Martin O’Connor, Staff Writer • November 4, 2022
Junior forward Coleman Hawkins attempts to block an Iowa opponent during the Big Ten Championships on March 6.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball returns to action in exhibition game against Quincy

By James Kim, Assistant Sports Editor • October 28, 2022
Junior forward Coleman Hawkins shoots from the free throw line during the game against Ohio State on Feb. 24.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball’s new look provides opportunities, not adversity

By Matthew Sinele, Staff Writer • October 24, 2022
Illinois men's basketball head coach Brad Underwood watches the team warm up from the sidelines before the game against Ohio State on Feb. 24.

[Photo] Analyzing Brad Underwood’s Big Ten media day press conference

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • October 11, 2022
Illinois men's basketball head coach Brad Underwood watches from the sidelines of the Big Ten Tournament game on March 11.

[Photo] Brad Underwood gives insight into new-look team at Illinois men’s basketball media day

By James Kim, Assistant Sports Editor • October 8, 2022
Students catch the 10E Gold MTD bus after Freshman Welcome Celebration and Convocation on Aug. 20, 2021.

[Photo] Bus driver shortage continues despite MTD efforts

By Aidan Sadovi, Staff Writer • September 21, 2022
A parade participant holds a sign promoting love over hate at the Uniting Pride C-U Pride Fest on Sept. 25, 2021. This year's Pride Fest will feature 17 events that will be happening around the community.

[Photo] Uniting Pride’s Pride Fest features celebration, call to action

By Kylie Corral, Staff Writer • September 21, 2022
Sophomore guard RJ Melendez looks to pass the ball during the game against Michigan on Jan. 14.

[Photo] Hispanic student-athletes lead Illini in 2022

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • September 15, 2022
A health care worker handles a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in Feb. 2021.

[Photo] CUPHD expands eligibility for COVID-19 booster shot

By Willie Cui, News Editor • September 12, 2022
COVID-19 testing site with spaced out zones for people to take the PCR test at the ARC from Feb. 1, 2021. With the recent rise in cases, the University plans to revisit more COVID-19 precautions.

[Photo] UI revisits COVID-19 policies due to recent rise in cases

By Royal Shrestha, Assistant News Editor • September 9, 2022
A container filled with COVID-19 PCR test samples at the State Farm Center COVID-19 testing site on Oct. 9 2020. Columnist Micky Horstman believes that online classes negatively impact students learning.

[Photo] Opinion | Online classes hinder student learning

By Micky Horstman, Columnist • September 8, 2022
Student places their COVID-19 PCR testing vial in a container at the testing center at the ARC on Feb. 1, 2021. On Sunday the University addresses the increased COVID-19 cases via Massmail.

[Photo] UI recommends masks as campus COVID-19 positivity rate hits all-time high

By Royal Shrestha, Assistant News Editor • August 30, 2022
RSO Bandside UIUC perform on the Main Quad during Quad Day on Aug 22. 2021. Quad Day is the last event for Welcome Week with other festivities including Illini Union Late Nighter and Illinois Sights & Sounds.

[Photo] Welcome Week: Where, when to attend events

By Matt Troher, Interim Features Editor • August 17, 2022
Students wearing masks sit at a distance in the Ikenberry Commons doing school work on Sept. 18. More students this upcoming school year will experience a more normal school year with the mask mandate lifted and building access regulations.

[Photo] New Year, Old Pandemic: Is the COVID cloud gone?

By Kylie Corral, Assistant buzz Editor • August 23, 2022
An Illini Wildlife & Conservation Club member talks to a student during Quad Day on Aug. 22, 2021. The University provides a wide array of RSOs that provide high energy or relaxing groups.

[Photo] UI RSOs give opportunities to introverts, extroverts

By Gwyn Skiles, Managing Editor for Reporting • August 17, 2022
Sophomore guard RJ Melendez goes for the lay up during the Big Ten Tournament game against Indiana on March 11. Brad Underwood, Illinois men's basketball head coach, discusses Melendez's impressive 30-pound weight increase.

[Photo] Underwood recaps Illinois men’s basketball summer workouts

By Conor Blount, Staff Writer • August 14, 2022
A University student scans the QR code for The Wildlife Society RSO on Quad Day 2021. Some RSO's will use a QR code as a way for students to sign-up for the club, or will require them to write it down on a sign-up sheet.

[Photo] Find balance in coursework, RSOs

By Kylie Corral, Assistant buzz Editor • August 17, 2022
Crowds of students fill up the Main Quad as they attend Quad Day on Aug 22, 2021. It is important for students to dress appropriately according to the weather and to bring essentials such as water and sunscreen.

[Photo] Tips to consider before attending Quad Day

By Faith Allendorf, Features Editor • August 18, 2022
Natalie Romanes, sophomore in LAS, pushes a cart of belongings into Wassaja Hall in August.

[Photo] Packing basics: What to bring to successfully adapt to college life

By Kylie Corral, Assistant Buzz Editor • July 28, 2022
The Daily Illini 2022-2023 editorial staff poses for a group photo in March.

[Photo] Letter from the Editor: Welcome to campus

By Heather Robinson, Editor-in-Chief • July 7, 2022
University police patrolling Green and Wright Street on Aug. 8, 2020. Police investigate suspicious package found at Smith Memorial Hall with no threat detected.

[Photo] Police investigate suspicious package at Smith Memorial Hall

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • March 23, 2022
Kofi Cockburn goes up for a shot while being defended by Purdue's Zach Edey during the game between the Illini and Boilermakers at State Farm Center on Jan. 2.

[Photo] Battle of the bigs: No. 25 Illinois faces tall task against No. 7 Purdue’s two big men

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • January 17, 2022
Kofi Cockburn attempts to block Trevian Wiliams during the game against Purdue on Jan. 2. The Daily Illini sports staff makes predictions on men's basketball standings.

[Photo] Preseason poll: DI beat writers make Big Ten men’s basketball standings predictions

By Jackson Janes, Christian Jones and Josh Pietsch • December 6, 2021
The Krannert Center for Performing Arts is now requiring proof of the Covid-19 vaccination or negative test to enter.

[Photo] Krannert Center requires COVID-19 vaccine or negative results for entry

By Lilli Bresnahan, Staff Writer • November 24, 2021
On the evening of Nov. 18, a 28-year-old man was shot outside of Carle Hospital.

[Photo] Man shot outside Carle Hospital Thursday night

By Ashley Gilbert, Staff Writer • November 19, 2021
Sadeen AlHalabi, student in FAA, uses her phone on the Main Quad on Sept. 3, 2019. Optometrist Dr. Amber Cumings says that too much screen time strains your eyes health.

[Photo] Screen time strains eye health

By Liz Gremer, Staff Writer • November 17, 2021
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[Photo] Editors’ Picks: Best Underrated Spots on Campus

By Carolina Garibay, Sydney Wood and Olivia Rosenberg • November 3, 2021
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[Photo] Best of CU: Best Place to Meet New People

By Nora Duffy, Contributing Writer • November 3, 2021
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[Photo] Best of CU: Best pizza

By Casey Daly, Contributing Writer • November 3, 2021
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[Photo] Best of CU: Best off-campus bar

By Kylie Corral, Contributing Writer • November 3, 2021
A flu-like sickness is making its way around campus as McKinley Health Center urges students to get their flu vaccines.

[Photo] Flu-like illness spreads on campus

By Cecilia Milmoe, Contributing Writer • October 27, 2021
An aerial view of Japan House is shown above. The University wraps up Campus Sustainability Month.

[Photo] University wraps up Campus Sustainability Month

By Royal Shrestha, Staff Writer • October 27, 2021
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[Photo] Health experts urge public to get flu shots

By Weiyu Ding, Contributing Writer • October 21, 2021
The heavily social RSO, Adventure Club, promotes their group at Quad Day on Aug 22. Multiple RSOs reflect on the difficulty of working remotely during Covid-19.

[Photo] RSOs reflect on challenges associated with online modality

By Alexandra Gergova, Staff Writer • October 20, 2021
A light trail from a MTD bus occupies the intersection of Armory and Fourth streets on March 26, 2020 soon after student left campus due to the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. University seniors feel they have missed out on the college experience because of the pandemic.

[Photo] Seniors say they missed out on college experience

By Olivia Vamos, Staff Writer • October 5, 2021
Senior Charlie Foster pounds on his chest during a game against UTSA football on Sept. 04. Foster is the University's unofficial mascot because of his game day spirit.

[Photo] Opinion | UI has an unofficial mascot

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • October 5, 2021
Illini football players Devon Witherspoon, Kerby Joseph, and Oluwole Betiku Jr. celebrate after their homecoming win against Wisconsin Oct. 19, 2019. The Illini hope to replicate that magical win for the second time against the Badgers Oct. 9.

[Photo] Illinois football aims to replicate 2019 magic in Homecoming game against Wisconsin

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • October 6, 2021
A group of people in rainbow colored clothing line the streets of Downtown Champaign during the Pride parade on Sept. 28, 2019. Committee members at Uniting Pride of Champaign County have been hard at work setting up this years Pride parade set to happen on Saturday.

[Photo] CU celebrates LGBTQ community with Pride Fest, parade

By Carolina Garibay, buzz Editor • September 22, 2021
Chris Lake performs at The Canopy Club on Sept. 20, 2019. The Canopy Club celebrates reopening with free show featuring Manic Focus.

[Photo] The Canopy Club celebrates reopening with free show featuring Manic Focus

By Carolina Garibay, buzz editor • August 27, 2021
Offensive linebacker Verdis Brown looks to tackle his opponent during the game against Nebraska Sept. 21. Illini defense gear up to compete against Nebraska on Saturday at Memorial Stadium with their lead Quarterback Adrian Martinez.

[Photo] Illini defense looks to contain Cornhusker quarterback Adrian Martinez

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • August 26, 2021
Illinois guard Andre Feliz takes a photo with Journalism student Noah Nelson during March 8, 2020. Columnist Noah Nelson owes much of his love for Illinois basketball to former guard Ayo Dosunmu who was recently drafted by the Chicago Bulls.

[Photo] DI Voices | Dosunmu delivers passion to basketball enthusiasts-in-waiting

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • August 26, 2021
Students tour near the Spurlock Museum on March 6, 2018. In-person visits will be returning to campus after previously having online tour resources due to the pandemic.

[Photo] In-person campus visits return

By Payal Rathore, Staff Writer • August 29, 2021
Packaged salads lie in the Ikenberry Dining Hall on Oct. 20. There are many options for new students to grab a bite to eat once on campus.

[Photo] Explore these snack options after moving in

By Aidan Finn, Staff Writer • August 4, 2021
Students watch as the Urbana Fire Department responds to a fire at Hendrick House on Mar. 2, 2012. The Hendrick House experienced a boiler explosion on Monday night.

[Photo] Boiler explosion occurs at Hendrick House

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • June 28, 2021
Two student move-in volunteers help transfer a roller of supplies into a dorm on Aug. 26, 2019. Incoming freshmen should use these tips for a successful school year.

[Photo] For freshmen: Use these tips for a successful college experience

By Diana Anghel • July 15, 2021
A student waits outside of Hopkins Hall with her family on Aug. 22, 2019 for move in day. College freshmen should utilize advice from current students before starting college in the fall.

[Photo] Things I wish I knew: Follow this advice for freshman year

By Vivian La, Assistant Daytime News Editor • July 15, 2021
A College of Liberal Arts & Sciences decal is pasted onto the door of their main office Nov. 14, 2018. University students shouldn't rule out liberal arts if they are interested in pursuing it in the future.

[Photo] Embrace a liberal arts mindset

By Matt Troher, Investigative News & Longform Editor • July 15, 2021
The University intends to launch America to Go, a program that you can order and process catering requests on. The site is set to go live on Jan. 12.

[Photo] Student-created apps tackle declining mental health

By Aidan Finn, Staff Writer • June 8, 2021
Students bask in the sun on the grounds of Ikenberry Commons on Aug. 21. Many students have chosen to stay on campus over the summer.

[Photo] Students spend summer on campus post COVID-19

By Olivia Orlandi, Staff Writer • June 4, 2021
A student works on a computer at the PAR computer lab on April 28, 2020. Columnist Matthew Krauter argues that it's time that Zoom exits our lives to make way for in-person classes in the fall.

[Photo] Opinion | End Zoom’s tyranny toward education

By Matthew Krauter, Senior Columnist • May 7, 2021
Students study at the main stacks of the Main Library on April 30, 2019. There are many good places to study on campus.

[Photo] Best places to study for finals

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, News Editor • May 6, 2021
Sophomore Jacob Wargo walks out of Boneyard Creek wearing cowboy boots on Nov. 16, 2019. Students can relieve stress during finals week by taking a walk outside.

[Photo] Walk off your stress during finals, go outside

By Gwyn Skiles, Features Editor • May 6, 2021
Students walk outside the Illini Union on Aug. 21. Columnist Noah Nelson encourages Illini to power through finals week.

[Photo] Opinion | Power through this semester’s finals

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • May 5, 2021
The Universities Alma Mater statue sits at the corner of Wright and Green streets on April 3, 2020. Columnist Noah Nelson argues that Alma Mater holds historic value that is under-appreciated.

[Photo] Opinion | Alma Mater possesses undervalued history

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • May 1, 2021
Professor Mitch Fisher lectures to his ACCY 201: Accounting and Accountancy I class in Lincoln Hall Theater on Aug. 29, 2019. Students have experienced Zoom fatigue and are starting to fill their fall schedules with more in person classes.

[Photo] Students increase in-person fall courses

By Yashovardhan Maheshwari, Contributing Writer • April 29, 2021
Students in a statistics class listen attentively to a lecture at the Lincoln Hall Theater on December 2, 2019.

[Photo] Take advantage of mental health resources

By Mona Alrazzaq, Assistant News Editor • April 25, 2021
Students in a statistics class listen attentively in a lecture at the Lincoln Hall Theater. Some introductory courses may require meetings with Teacher’s Assistain’s instead of office hours next year.

[Photo] Courses to undergo syllabus changes to accommodate knowledge gaps from the pandemic

By Payal Rathore, Staff Writer • April 22, 2021
Trash is scattered along an empty field on March 9, 2020. People are unfortunately leaving their trash on the ground instead of throwing out or recycling the item.

[Photo] Dining halls, students fail to reinforce recycling efforts

By Aidan Finn, Staff Writer • April 15, 2021
A student sits alone on the Main Quad at the University of Illinois on Oct. 29. Students have been dissatisfied with the lack of a spring break and claim it has led to increased worries with their mental health.

[Photo] Lack of spring break affects students’ mental health

By Payal Rathore, Staff Writer • March 29, 2021
A pair of students enjoy the weather on the Main Quad on Oct. 18, 2019. The Student Affairs Wellness Committee is hosting multiple activities in the coming days for Wellness Week.

[Photo] Wellness Week begins with in-person activities, giveaways

By George Phelan, Contributing Writer • March 22, 2021
Dr. Luis Rodriguez and his students participate in an online video discussion regarding Puerto Rico hurricane relief on Oct. 17, 2019. The University recently sent a Massmail informing students there will be more in-person classes next year.

[Photo] University plans for in-person academics for 2021-2022 year

By Mona Alrazzaq, Assistant News Editor • March 15, 2021
An Illinois student enters the Office of Student Financial Aid on Oct. 22, 2018.

[Photo] UI financial aid options remain available during pandemic

By Payal Rathore, Staff Writer • March 11, 2021
A student runs around the second level track at the Activities and Recreation Center on Feb. 29, 2020. The ARC has begun to lift major COVID_19 restrictions allowing more students to access the facility.

[Photo] Students rejoice over eased ARC restrictions

By Alex Chang, Contributing Writer • March 11, 2021
Aaliyah McQueen (21) cheers on Aaliyah Nye (32) as she shoots a 3-pointer at State Farm Center on Jan. 25 against Nebraska. Nye and McQueen share a first name, are from Michigan and have a great bond tied together by basketball.

[Photo] McQueen, Nye share more than a first name

By Claire O’Brien, Staff Writer • March 8, 2021
Students rest in La Casa Cultural Latina on March 7, 2016. The Abriende Caminos program concentrates on bettering Hispanic health.

[Photo] University program works to improve local Hispanic health

By Abigail Greetis, Contributing Writer • March 8, 2021
Bargoers wait in line outside of KAM's during Unofficial on March 6, 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic will likely severely limit the activities surrounding Unofficial this year.

[Photo] Local bars, police, businesses agree: Unofficial may be gone for good

By Aliza Majid, Staff Writer • March 5, 2021
Students rest in La Casa Cultural Latina on March 7, 2016. The University has established a program to increase Mexican enrollment.

[Photo] UI system establishes program to increase Mexican enrollment

By Luis Velazquez, Assistant News Editor • March 3, 2021
An Illinois student relaxes on the Main Quad on April 3. Columnist Noah advocates for taking relaxation time for yourself.

[Photo] Opinion | Dedicate time to yourself this semester

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • March 2, 2021
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’

By Matt Troher, Assistant Longform Editor • 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

By Chieh Hsu, Staff Writer • 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

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • 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 

By Chieh Hsu, Staff Writer • 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

By Samantha Boyle, Managing Editor for Reporting • 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

By Matt Troher, Staff Writer • 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?

By Meghan Lyons, Special Sections Editor • 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

By Allison Connelly, Staff Writer • 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

By Abby Greetis, Staff Writer • 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

By Royal Shrestha, Staff Writer • February 11, 2021
Students walk on the Main Quad through the snow. The "essential activities only" guideline has been lifted as of today.

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

By Alexandra Gergova, Staff Writer • 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

By Zainab Qureshi, Longform Editor • 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

By Noah Davis, Staff Writer • 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

By Shivali Shukla, Assistant Special Sections Editor • 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

By Shivali Shukla, Assistant Special Sections Editor • 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

By Samuel Rahman, Columnist • 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

By Mona Alrazzaq, Staff Writer • 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

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • 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

By Jared Ebanks, Assistant Features Editor • 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

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • January 26, 2021
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