blog posts Center for Children's Books releases 2018 Guide to Gift Books Nov 9, 2018 6:00 am The annual guide highlights more than three hundred of the best children's books for giving and receiving The students behind Illinois' 'Bee Campus U.S.A.' certification Nov 9, 2018 9:15 am It was a student-led effort from concept to reality. The student-centric Bee Campus USA committee was formed in the Sustainability Living-Learning Community, and had help from several campus units Dance department’s first 50 years celebrated with work by faculty, alumni Nov 4, 2018 2:15 pm Faculty, alumni of the dance department are working together on dances to be performed throughout the year to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The performances will begin this week Chancellor's remarks from Annual Meeting of the Faculty, 10/29 Nov 6, 2018 8:15 am Read the text of Chancellor Robert Jones' remarks at the Oct. 29, 2018, Annual Meeting of the Faculty sponored by the Academic Senate Artists Kennedy Browne grapple with ‘Real World Harm’ in KAM exhibition Nov 5, 2018 9:15 am In 'Real World Harm,' viewers watch a 360-degree video on a virtual reality headset. The artists inscribed the headset with a disclaimer telling users their biometric data is being collected Ushering in the new frontier of school curriculum Oct 31, 2018 8:45 pm Currently, there aren’t enough high school teachers who are certified or endorsed to teach computer science—but an initiative undertaken by Illinois promises to change that EU ambassador to speak Nov. 9 as part of EU Day at Illinois Nov 2, 2018 8:45 am EU Ambassador to the U.S. David O’Sullivan will discuss the state of EU-U.S. relations, the U.K. Brexit process, more in a 'State of the European Union and Transatlantic Relations' conversation Illinois slavery book author to speak Nov. 8 as part of bicentennial series Nov 1, 2018 2:15 pm M. Scott Heerman’s book on the move from slavery to freedom in Illinois will be the subject of a lecture by the author, part of a series commemorating the state’s bicentennial Passes for revamped Roger Ebert’s Film Festival go on sale Nov. 1 Oct 30, 2018 11:30 am The film festival founded by Roger Ebert will return in April for its 21st year, screening the same number of films, but on a shorter schedule Illinois joins UChicago, national labs in quantum collaboration Oct 18, 2018 4:15 am Quantum collaboration first step in broad partnership between Illinois and the University of Chicago New center to accelerate quantum information science and engineering Oct 29, 2018 9:30 am Illinois is making a $15 million investment in quantum information science and engineering, a field poised to revolutionize computing, communication, security, measurement and sensing First Big Ten school named a Bee Campus USA Oct 26, 2018 8:45 am Making the world safer for pollinators through extensive habitat improvements, awareness efforts, and engagement strategies earned the U of I recognition as a certified Bee Campus USA Chancellor's 2018 State of the University Address Nov 8, 2018 10:45 am Read or watch Chancellor Robert Jones outline the current challenges and ambitious plans for the future of the Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 'Fresh Press' creating new paper for Library's sustainable book conservation efforts Oct 23, 2018 9:45 am Art & Design and the Library will use agriculturally sourced materials to craft a new kind of paper that meets conservation standards and can be used to rebind and repair the Library’s at-risk relics Book tells story of integrated Illinois town founded by former slave Oct 17, 2018 10:45 am 'New Philadelphia' tells how Frank McWorter bought his freedom and that of his family, and founded the western Illinois town, which became a station on the Underground Railroad Coursera for Illinois: Free online courses for faculty, staff and students Oct 17, 2018 2:45 pm Illinois’ courses on the Coursera platform, created by our colleges and taught by Illinois faculty, feature material from their on-campus courses and scholarly work Research: Would students conserve energy if they were given 'energy bills’? Oct 15, 2018 9:45 am Are students thinking about their dormitory energy usage? And would they think about energy costs — and conservation — more if they were presented with detailed energy reports? Gene Robinson elected to National Academy of Medicine Oct 19, 2018 9:00 pm Illinois entomology professor Gene Robinson was elected to the National Academy of Medicine 'for pioneering contributions to understanding the roles of genes in social behavior' Anderson to discuss 14th Amendment, citizenship, national identity in CAS Annual Lecture Oct 11, 2018 10:15 am The Reconstruction Amendments (13th, 14th and 15th) brought a 'profound transformation of the Constitution and our nation as a whole,' says Education Dean James Anderson Bashir named College of Engineering dean Oct 16, 2018 9:30 am Rashid Bashir holds the Grainger Distinguished Chair in Engineering and is the executive associate dean and chief diversity officer of the Carle Illinois College of Medicine YingYing Zhang Garden to be dedicated Oct. 11 Oct 5, 2018 9:30 am Faculty, staff, students and the public are invited to the dedication of the YingYing Zhang Garden at the corner of Goodwin Avenue and Clark Street in Urbana 5 interesting facts from Illinois Homecoming history Oct 10, 2018 8:15 am There was only one year when Illinois Homecoming was canceled. Why? ‘Native America’ film including work by U of I Cahokia researchers screening at Spurlock Sep 30, 2018 9:15 am Two University of Illinois anthropologists talk about their work at the ancient city of Cahokia in a new, four-part documentary about the cities built by Native Americans prior to European colonization and their sophisticated cultures. Christina White wins American Chemical Society's synthetic organic chemistry award Sep 28, 2018 1:30 pm Professor White is the first woman to win the ACS Award for Creative Work in Synthetic Organic Chemistry Something for every animal lover Sep 18, 2018 10:15 am More than 300 veterinary students host a behind-the-scenes look at the state’s only veterinary college, with animals and activities for all ages University of Illinois video producers win two regional Emmy Awards Sep 23, 2018 11:30 am A story about a renowned architect and one about the parenting skills of clownfish were winners for video producers from Illinois at the 42nd Annual Mid-America Emmy Awards Author of ‘Lincoln’s Body’ to speak Oct. 4, first in Illinois Bicentennial Lecture Series Sep 25, 2018 11:30 am Abraham Lincoln’s ungainly looks, unusual height, his jokes about his appearance – and the significance of all that in how he’s been viewed – will be the subject of an Oct. 4 lecture Have you made your pledge? Oct 9, 2018 5:15 pm The eight week Campus Charitable Fund Drive is the only annual, combined charitable giving campaign for the employees at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Author David Quammen to speak about his book featuring microbiologist Carl Woese Sep 20, 2018 12:15 pm Quammen’s new book details the work of Illinois microbiologist Carl R. Woese, whose study of evolution led to the discovery of a third domain of life Krannert Center’s new assisted listening system to benefit patrons with hearing loss Sep 19, 2018 7:30 am Patrons will be able to plug a headset into a remote receiver or attach it to a loop receiver to wirelessly transmit an audio signal to a hearing aid Sulkin named College of Media dean Sep 19, 2018 9:15 am A professor of political science in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Tracy Sulkin formerly served as the College of Media’s interim executive associate dean ACES researcher Ming Kuo wins prestigious Heinz Award Sep 19, 2018 8:45 am Kuo studies the impact of green space and nature on physical and mental health, crime and aggression in urban settings, and ADHD in children From Chicago art to Chinese ceramics: Krannert Art Museum Sep 18, 2018 9:45 am An exhibit of objects from its collections tells a range of stories – from the diverse art scene of 20th-century Chicago to the enduring global fascination with Chinese ceramics Campus honored with award for excellence in diversity Sep 15, 2018 8:45 am The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign received the 2018 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award in recognition of its diversity efforts. Ebert Symposium to feature IMAX film, astronaut videographer, storytelling with data Sep 20, 2018 3:45 pm Former astronaut Terry Virts will be a featured guest for the first Roger Ebert Symposium on Oct. 1, talking about his role in shooting the IMAX film “A Beautiful Planet,” which will be screened free of charge as the capstone to the event. Meet Zachary Meade, one of Carle Illinois College of Medicine's new physician-innovators Sep 14, 2018 8:15 am Everything in Zachary Meade’s life has been preparing him for the journey to becoming a physician-innovator—even if he didn’t realize it until a year ago. Critical Conversations on Native Imagery Report Released Sep 11, 2018 1:30 pm The report from the Critical Conversations on Native Imagery Advisory Committee relates the initial findings, ideas and concepts from participants during a series of campus events. Exhibit documents role of Albert Lee, early advocate for African-American students Sep 7, 2018 2:30 pm An exhibit at the University of Illinois Archives commemorates the contributions of Albert Lee, who provided guidance for African-American students at the U. of I. in the first half of the 20th century. Celebrate the legacy of Project 500 Sep 7, 2018 4:15 am In honor of Project 500’s 50th anniversary, the U of I invites you to celebrate with a weekend of commemorative events from September 27-29, 2018 Campus plans new data science center near Main Quad Aug 30, 2018 5:00 pm Plans for a new statewide innovation network to accelerate job creation and economic growth include building a world-class center in Urbana devoted to the fast-growing field of data science Everything you wanted to know about having a bike on campus Aug 29, 2018 9:15 am Bike at Illinois is your source for information and resources that help you have a safer, more comfortable and more enjoyable biking experience at the University of Illinois Flatlands Dance Film Festival kicks off dance department’s 50th year Aug 27, 2018 12:15 pm 'We’ve been overwhelmed by how fast it’s grown. It’s the biggest dance film festival in the Midwest at this point. It’s a great way to kick off our season.' Video: Chancellor Jones welcomes students back to campus Aug 26, 2018 5:15 pm The fall welcome video to returning students features a lonely Chancellor Jones counting down the days of summer break Revolutionary Jump Simulation Center opens at Illinois Aug 24, 2018 4:30 pm Center will train Illinois students and be a site for testing new medical devices, mobile technologies for rural areas, medical simulation tools, and bio-printing, bio-fabrication techniques Kevin Hamilton named College of Fine and Applied Arts dean Aug 17, 2018 11:45 am A member of the Illinois faculty since 2002, he is a professor of new media in the School of Art and Design and a senior associate dean for the college Watch now: New BTN documentary ‘Illinois Artists’ Aug 21, 2018 11:45 am A new Big Ten Network documentary features the work of the Definition Theatre Company, Endalyn Taylor and Illinois Jazz Studies faculty Krannert Art Museum programs to bring art and students together Aug 15, 2018 8:45 am Krannert Art Museum is opening its fall season with an array of student-focused events and programs, including KAM Fest, featuring live music, giveaways and student artwork Krannert Center residency gives choreographer Jessica Lang resources to create new work Aug 14, 2018 9:15 am Choreographer Jessica Lang’s newest work is a collage of movement, video, photographs, painting, music and even clothing that represent a melting pot of cultures Sampson, a service dog, helps Illinois student conduct lab research Aug 8, 2018 11:45 am Sampson is breaking the mold for service dog work. Labs generally don’t allow service dogs, largely out of concerns for the dogs’ safety and how they might affect the research Sexual Misconduct and Perceived Campus Response Survey results released Aug 9, 2018 8:00 am Follow up to the 2015 student survey: More students aware of campus resources, increasingly trust officials to respond appropriately