The Daily Illini police blotter for Jan. 31
By The Daily Illini Staff Report
February 1, 2019
Filed under Crime, News, Police Blotter, Uncategorized
Champaign Theft was reported on the 800 block of West Interstate, around 11 a.m., Monday. According to the report, the victim left his phone unattended in a public bathroom. The phone was later stolen. Motor vehicle theft was reported on Armory Avenue and First Street, around 2 a.m., Tuesday. A...
Spring 2019 Career Fair schedule
By Molly Zupan, Special Sections Editor
January 28, 2019
Filed under Uncategorized
Tuesday, Jan. 29 Gies Business Career Fair 2-6 p.m. Activities and Recreation Center, Champaign Over 100 companies will be making an appearance at the career fair this spring. Making connections through this event is an ideal way to network and learn about both full-time and inter...
Team faces uphill battle after frustrating loss to Iowa
By Brendyn Jones, Staff writer
January 28, 2019
Filed under Men's Sports, Sports, Uncategorized, Wrestling
The No. 13-ranked Illinois wrestling team (2-4) struggled against No. 3 Iowa (9-0) at Huff Hall on Friday. The Hawkeyes beat the Illini 31-8. The Illini met the Hawkeyes coming off a loss to the No.8 Minnesota Golden Gophers, where the Illini gave up two pins and two major decisions. Illinois went 3-7 ...
Strengthen your resume with these tricks
By Natalie Stanowski, Staff Writer
January 28, 2019
Filed under Career Guide, Uncategorized
As the time for career fairs and summer internship applications approaches, it’s common to worry about polishing your resume to perfection. While scheduling a meeting with the Career Center or your academic adviser can help organize and fine tune your resume, it can be difficult to figure out what t...
The Daily Illini police blotter for Jan. 24
By The Daily Illini Staff Report
January 26, 2019
Filed under Uncategorized
Champaign Unlawful possession and use of a weapon by a felon were reported on the 1900 block of County Road, around 2 a.m. Saturday. According to the report, possession of a stolen firearm, property forfeiture, methamphetamine manufacturing and cannabis trafficking were also reported. The suspect was...
Davis runs fastest NCAA mile time this season
January 22, 2019
Filed under Uncategorized
Illinois distance runner Jon Davis has set numerous records during his career, but he eclipsed all of those accolades Saturday. Competing at the University of Iowa’s Larry Wieczorek Invitational, Davis ran a 3:58.06 minute mile. The time that won Davis the meet was the fastest both in his career ...
Former Illini compete in NFL playoffs
January 22, 2019
Filed under Uncategorized
Justin Hardee cornerback New Orleans Saints: Justin Hardee caught passes at Illinois for four seasons, finishing with 841 receiving yards and a touchdown. After going undrafted in 2017, he signed with the Houston Texans but was waived before signing with the Saints in the same year and converted to ...
Beckman Institute evacuated after hazardous materials spill
By The Daily Illini staff report
January 14, 2019
Filed under Campus Life, News, Top Stories, Uncategorized
An Illini-Alert about hazardous materials released at the Beckman Institute was sent out around 1 p.m. Monday. The chemical substance spilled was identified as nitrobenzene. According to Pat Wade, communications director for the University of Illinois Police Department, the University of Illinois F...
Increase psychiatric care and accessibility on campus
December 2, 2018
Filed under Uncategorized
The number of psychiatric providers at the University of Illinois is inadequate for the number of enrolled students. Given the current national crisis of school shootings and increased occurrences of violent crimes, this is a potential danger to students, staff and members of the Champaign-Urbana community...
No. 3 volleyball enters NCAA tournament
By Rachel Spencer, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
Filed under Sports, Uncategorized, Volleyball, Women's Sports
It’s been only 355 days since the Illini volleyball team has played in an NCAA tournament match. But this year’s postseason play couldn’t look more different from the year before. For starters, the Illini will be hosting the first and second rounds of the NCAA tournament after clinching a No....
Team recovers from multiple injuries
By Jared Farmer, Staff writer
November 15, 2018
Filed under Club Sports, Hockey, Men's Sports, Sports, Uncategorized
The injury bug has hit the Illini club hockey team. “It’s pretty tough. We haven’t been able to field a full roster for most of the season,” said head coach Nick Fabbrini. “We’ve had guys out who are key contributors out with injuries. They happen all the time in hockey, so we certainly d...
Hometown kid Cardani wins first match as Illini
November 15, 2018
Filed under Uncategorized
For freshman wrestler Justin Cardani, hard work and preparation made his dream of wrestling with the I on his chest come true. Saturday, Cardani competed unattached at the Maryville Open in St. Louis. He took home the title in the amateur 125-pound bracket, marking his first victory as an Illini wr...
