of Montreal brings the funk, leaves it all on stage
September 10, 2015
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Tweet: Missed last night's of Montreal show? Check out the review!Of Montreal performed at The Highdive on Wednesday with Surface to Air Missive as part of the Pygmalion Show Series, and it was a steady progression of intensity that was as much performance art as it was musical talent.Surface to Air Missiv...
Not your average team
By Earn Saenmuk
May 5, 2015
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When Andrew Yoon was forced to give up soccer because of an injury, he found a new activity to pursue: e-gaming. “The thing about e-sports is that you either like it or you don’t like it,” said the senior in LAS and captain of the UIUC DotA 2 team. “There is no middle ground.” DotA, or Defe...
Moving past melanoma
May 4, 2015
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In October, Kaitlin Johnson got a tattoo. She stood patiently as the tattoo artist inked delicate orange and blue flowers connected by a green vine around her leg. The needle hurt, of course, but she was tough. After all, it wasn’t the first time she had felt pain. Two hours later, the artist added...
New campus recycling bins aim to bring waste awareness
By Emily Scott
April 30, 2015
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In an effort to make campus more eco-friendly and closer to a zero-waste initiative, 20 new recycling bins with standardized signage were installed on the Quad this month, making 30 total recycling/landfill stations. The project was completed by the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC). Accor...
Unifying cultures through cricket
April 30, 2015
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Every Friday night since April 4, the South Quad has transformed into a cricket field.Over 100 people, mostly from Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, spread out across the lawn to play cricket for recreation. They also prepare for their upcoming tournament finals, which will be on Sunday on the South Quad.So...
Illini 4000 prepares to bike across the country
April 29, 2015
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They end at the Golden Gate Bridge, weave past accident-prone casual bikers, and glide down one final hill before reuniting with their families on a beach after 73 days apart. They are Illini 4000, a registered nonprofit and Registered Student Organization that raises money for cancer research, patient supp...
Humans vs. Zombies: A chilling game of tag
By Robin Dean
April 29, 2015
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It was a night near Halloween. The humans scurried toward the hill in the Arboretum in hopes of completing their final mission. With only the moon as their source of light, they began building a fort they were asked to create. They were told to work fast. They were told to always check their surroundi...
David Sedaris’ evening at the Virginia
April 28, 2015
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David Sedaris has a key to the city and promised to steal Champaign’s riches while its citizens sleep. The author was honored with the key by Mayor Don Gerard before his performance, “An Evening with David Sedaris,” at the Virginia Theater on Sunday. “He was everything that’s advertised,”...
From the South Farms to the Netherlands
By Mara Shapiro
April 28, 2015
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Mary Dickerson has always loved animals. This summer, however, she will combine this love with adventure while working for a dairy farm in the Netherlands. Dickerson, sophomore in ACES, is the first and only University student to be accepted into the ACES in the Netherlands Summer Internship program. S...
First annual Spring Jam concert brings B.o.B., Timeflies
April 27, 2015
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A location students usually use to study and commute to class was converted into a stage and outdoor concert venue Sunday afternoon. The University’s first annual Spring Jam concert hosted well-known artists B.o.B. and Timeflies. The Illini Union Board, State Farm Center and Star Course hosted the...
Cooties and crushes: Brain region finds new role in development
By Susan Szuch
April 27, 2015
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Glance at a playground — you’ll see boys and girls running around, trying to avoid catching “cooties” from each other. It’s normal behavior for young children, and according to research by University psychology professor Eva Telzer, it’s caused by the brain region that recognizes import...
UI grad student creates chocolate-covered pretzel business
April 27, 2015
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When the savory, rich taste of chocolate is combined with the crisp, saltiness of pretzels, a delectable snack is created for anyone with a sweet tooth or salt craving. Rebecca Hoke, graduate student in Social Work, is putting a twist on the common snack by starting her own gourmet chocolate-covered ...
