blog posts Precision Conservation Management program receives multi-million dollar investment Feb 15, 2016 10:45 am When making decisions about conservation practices, farmers must weigh financial risks, consider labor availability and cost, and more. The Precision Conservation Management program will help farmers make those decisions. Professor collaborates on documentary to expose the effects of violence Aug 31, 2016 9:00 am “What’s Left Behind” will consist of interviews with black mothers from Chicago who have experienced loss at the hands of violence. Prof's graphic novel portrays thriving Black community before, after Tulsa massacre Aug 17, 2021 1:15 pm Illinois art professor Stacey Robinson illustrated the first graphic novel on the Tulsa Race Massacre in a way that portrays the prosperity of the Black community. Program for parents aims to help youths with autism successfully transition to adulthood Jan 16, 2020 1:30 pm A new U of I program trains parents of young adults with autism on community services and empowers them to advocate for their child to help them successfully transition to adulthood. Projects explore role of social-emotional learning in healing racial wounds Jan 5, 2021 1:15 pm Illinois' School of Social Work is working with Mahomet-Seymour Community Unit School District No. 3 on activities that explore the role of social and emotional learning in racial healing. Protecting genomic privacy through phone apps Mar 1, 2023 11:15 am Police are increasingly using genomic databases in their investigations. U of I faculty offer possible technological solutions, such as phone applications, that will ensure Fourth Amendment protections of consumer’s genomic data. 'Quantum Rhapsodies' performance explores role of quantum physics in our universe Apr 4, 2019 10:00 am A new performance that explores the world of quantum physics will feature the music of the Jupiter String Quartet, a fire juggler and a fantastical 'Alice in Quantumland' scene. Rare Book and Manuscript Library event explores history of witchcraft Oct 27, 2020 10:15 am The webinar will include discussions of the many materials related to European witchcraft in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library’s collection, including an account of the 1612 Lancashire witch trials in England. Register now Nov 12, 2016 2:45 pm Register now for online winter courses Register now: Online conference March 1-3 Jan 24, 2017 11:15 am Health Communication Barriers, Breakthroughs, and Best Practices conference will showcase research on the relationships between technology, electronic communication and healthcare. Report spotted lanternflies in Illinois: Help slow the spread of invasive pest Sep 28, 2023 10:45 am Spotted lanternfly is a leafhopper native to eastern Asia that damages a wide range of fruit, ornamental, and woody trees by feeding on the sap. Reports of sightings from the public will help researchers continue to monitor for populations. Report: UI Extension generates value 10 times its budget Sep 14, 2020 8:45 am Extension provided nearly 50,000 educational program sessions in 2019, an average of 960 sessions per week, and made 1.3 million educational contacts at 3,800 locations throughout Illinois. Researchers call for urban greening to improve mental health Jul 30, 2019 3:45 pm Experts on nature’s effects on human health and well-being describes nature’s ability to improve mental health in much the same way that it improves water quality, sequesters carbon dioxide, and prevents floods. Researchers' political redistricting proposal: An 'I cut, you choose' system for fairness Dec 16, 2022 1:15 pm Institute for Computational Redistricting researchers have proposed an alternative process that takes input from two major political parties and results in quantifiably fairer district maps by several common metrics. ResearcHStart wraps up, students present projects to community Aug 21, 2023 3:00 pm In June, six high school students from Central Illinois and a group of their peers from Chicago walked into research labs on the U of I campus. Two months later, they’re walking away with hands-on laboratory experience and a network of mentors Retrospective of Louise Fishman's drawings an unexpected memorial Aug 31, 2021 9:15 am The first retrospective of abstract artist Louise Fishman’s works on paper is on view at Krannert Art Museum. The retrospective is an unexpected memorial to Fishman, who died one month before the exhibition opened. Schedule of films, guests set for Ebertfest 2019 Mar 21, 2019 9:00 am The lineup includes 'Bound,' the first film by the writer-director team that made 'The Matrix,' with co-stars Gina Gershon and Jennifer Tilly coming as guests; 'Sideways,' with Oscar-nominated Virginia Madsen as a guest.... Science at Illinois feeds the world, furthers health, protects the planet Apr 16, 2017 9:00 am 'As a nation and as global citizens, we cannot thrive without continuing support for the kind of science going on here at Illinois and at our university peers across the U.S.' Scientific models use weather data to predict state’s West Nile Virus infection rates Aug 9, 2016 8:00 am Researchers from Illinois have created forecasting models for each of the nine climate areas of Illinois to predict mosquito infection rates on a weekly basis. Mosquitoes transmit WNV to humans. September 18 to November 10 Sep 27, 2017 7:00 am The 2017 Campus Charitable Fund Drive kicks off September 18, 2017. Pledge your support today and make a donation. It's easy, and together we make a HUGE difference. Stinging insects, venom focus of Insect Fear Film Fest Feb 18, 2022 9:45 am The festival is entirely online this year, and entomology students will handle the stinging insects in the virtual petting zoo, with one student volunteering to get stung and explain his reaction in real time. Storm sewers need to expand to handle more frequent, heavy rains May 3, 2019 8:30 am As heavy rainstorms become more frequent and stronger than in the past, municipal drainage systems designed from outdated standards often fail, resulting in flooding and financial losses. Study shows U of I's strong ROI for state and students Sep 27, 2018 3:15 pm Every taxpayer dollar invested in the U of I System nets $2.40, or a 6.4 percent annual return over the course of students’ lifetimes, according to the study Summer humanities program builds bridge between communities Jun 8, 2022 11:00 am The program invites humanities students to work collaboratively with organizations in the Champaign-Urbana area, using their humanities knowledge to make an impact in the community. Surgery will give bald eagle a shot at flying again, but it's pricey May 4, 2016 11:00 am At Illinois' Wildlife Medical Clinic, a CT scan of the eagle revealed that her humerus—the bone connecting the shoulder and elbow—had been fractured by a gunshot. Take two minutes to think about social media privacy Apr 6, 2016 11:45 am This two minute video from Technology Services at Illinois explains how companies and others are using your data Task force calls for changes in juvenile detention policies for children ages 10-12 Nov 3, 2021 8:45 am A report by the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission, based on data from the U of I's Juvenile Monitoring Information System, was 'an eye-opener for us,' and served as a catalyst for change, says Peoria County Juvenile Detention head Brian Brown. TEAACH your children well: Revealing the history of Asian Americans Apr 10, 2024 11:45 am The College of Education is serving as a professional development hub to assist public school teachers in educating students about contributions of Asian Americans to the economic, cultural, social, and political development of the U.S. Team explores path toward endless supply of clean energy with controlled nuclear fusion Mar 3, 2017 1:00 pm R&D Magazine (Rockaway, N.J., March 2) – Controlled nuclear fusion has been a Holy Grail for physicists who seek an endless supply of clean energy. Scientists at Rice University, Illinois and the University of Chile offer a glimpse into a possible new path toward that goal. Technology loan program helps families receive early childhood services online Dec 17, 2020 4:15 pm A technology loan program provided by the Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse at U of I helps many families obtain the equipment they need to participate in live video – or telehealth – visits with their children’s therapists. Termites on the big screen at Insect Fear Film Fest Feb 19, 2019 11:15 am The 2019 Insect Fear Film Festival at the University of Illinois features termites – a threat to all things wooden but also a valuable part of the ecosystem. Theatre department opens season with plays addressing injustice, revenge Oct 16, 2019 9:45 am The season opens with two plays at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. 'Gem of the Ocean' will run Oct. 17-19 and Oct. 24-27. 'Titus Andronicus' will run Oct. 24-26 and Oct. 29-Nov. 3. The lessons of deep space discovery Mar 1, 2021 9:45 am Emeritus professor Laird Thompson's new book reflects on cosmic voids and the journey to have his findings accepted The statewide educational outreach of Engineering's Joe Muskin Jul 5, 2016 9:30 pm Muskin conducts engineering outreach for students from kindergarten through high school. “I kind of have the best job because with a lot of these activities...it’s the coolest thing they’ve done all year." The World of Genomics at Chicago's Field Museum May 18, 2017 7:00 am A special two-day 'World of Genomics' exhibit includes hands-on activities to discover the world of genomic science and its impact on our lives. Third bird with lead poisoning arrives at Wildlife Clinic Feb 8, 2018 4:15 pm 'It is very unusual to have received a third lead-positive bald eagle in just over two weeks—and the second one to have extremely high lead levels.' Neither of the others survived This week on Critter Cam: Coyote pup Jul 13, 2016 11:15 am The college of Veterinary Medicine's live cam features a new patient each week. This young coyote pup was admitted to the Wildlife Medical Clinic on Sunday, July 10. Through 3D drawing and CAD, program exposes East African youth to STEM careers Dec 7, 2016 12:00 pm The goal of Young Engineers Initiative is to expose students to engineering and start to teach them skills that will make them highly employable as adults. Top Stories for 2017: Blue Waters' billion dollar return to Illinois' economy Dec 28, 2017 9:45 am In May, NCSA released a study detailing the current and projected economic impact of its Blue Waters project on Illinois' economy Transformation is the theme of “BEAR,” part of a lifelong project on endangered animals Jul 26, 2016 9:30 am “BEAR,” a performance presented over three seasons of the year, will be a reflection on time, the hibernation cycle and transformation. Troubled waters: The dangers facing the world's major rivers Jan 18, 2019 4:45 pm 'Prioritizing the fate of the world’s great river corridors on an international political stage is imperative,' writes geology professor Jim Best Uniting through writing May 13, 2021 3:45 pm A project at U. of I. teaches Illinois residents to reconnect through journals Universal podium design helps keep the focus on a speaker’s message Jun 3, 2016 10:45 am “The podium design may enable or interfere with communications. At worst, poor podium design may prove so distracting that it can undermine the speaker’s message altogether,” wrote designer Kathryn Anthony. University, area businesses invest $300,000 to fight local crime Jul 11, 2022 11:30 am 'Businesses and organizations have a responsibility...to lift up and advance the communities in which they live and work,' Chancellor Robert Jones said. 'We are coming together to do our part by supporting with words, actions and financial support.' University Library’s Small Press Fest celebrates small press, DIY publications Apr 5, 2019 10:45 am The Library's Sarah Christensen hopes the festival will develop a community of zine makers, comics artists and other self-published authors. 'Anyone can be an author and write about anything they want.' U of I awarded $4.5 million to develop commercial carbon credit tools Sep 9, 2020 12:30 pm The funding will be used to calculate farm-scale carbon credits, allowing individual farmers to understand the value of their land and practices towards carbon trading markets. U of I, Carle Health, state join in effort to increase COVID testing Apr 20, 2020 2:15 pm Professor Chris Brooke recruited colleagues to help, sparking a campuswide effort now underway to dramatically increase COVID-19 testing in the local community and the state of Illinois. U of I hosts PBS NewsHour, experts weigh in on feeding a heating planet May 19, 2023 10:15 am Livestreamed from the Quad: Emmy-award-winning science journalist Miles O’Brien will interview industry leaders alongside experts from the U of I’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences. U of I librarian to help Puerto Rican libraries with disaster recovery Dec 21, 2017 4:15 pm Collections care coordinator Miriam Centeno will spend two weeks in January in Puerto Rico helping librarians assess and repair damage to their collections from Hurricane Maria U of I Library launches open-access digital publishing network Mar 13, 2017 11:45 am The Illinois Open Publishing Network has launched. Its first work: A new English translation of a memoir of Claude Monet.