blog posts Illini Summer Academies reveal new wonders for teens Jun 20, 2017 1:45 pm It's like suddenly seeing the world in a new way. That's how teens attending the Illinois 4-H Illini Summer Academies describe their time studying with University of Illinois instructors this week. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Catherine Applegate May 4, 2020 11:15 am When Catherine Applegate began her graduate research into the effects of diet on cancer, she had no idea that soon she would be experiencing cancer from a completely different perspective – as a patient. ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Cynthia Estrada Diaz de Leon May 4, 2020 11:15 am For Cynthia Estrada Diaz de Leon, college has been a test of her skills in adapting to new environments – and a testament to her initiative in finding a way to make things happen. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Elizabeth Murphy May 12, 2020 8:45 am 'I worked closely with her...learning lab techniques, scientific writing and presentation skills. My mentor’s patience and willingness to teach enabled me to gain the confidence to pursue a career in chemistry.' #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Emily Martin May 8, 2020 1:45 pm Emily Martin is a fourth-generation Illini. Although she followed the footsteps of her family members, she paved her own unique path at Illinois. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Emma Taylor May 8, 2020 2:15 pm Emma Taylor’s introduction to the jazz program at the University of Illinois came through a jam session at the Iron Post, a downtown Urbana live music venue. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Erick Klein May 6, 2020 9:00 am Erick Klein knew in high school he wanted to go to the U. of I. But Klein had other things to do first: join the navy, train as a corpsman (medic), serve in Afghanistan and then work two years at a base hospital in the U.S. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Graduates: Prince Boadi May 6, 2020 4:30 pm Prince Boadi is the first in his family to attend college, and he isn’t finished yet. He has already been accepted to 10 medical schools. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Students: Andrew Nadolski May 11, 2020 11:00 am Nadolski focused on the design of a special coating for ceramic lenses used in microwave telescopes. He had the chance to deploy his knowledge during several trips to Antarctica, including one for 11 months in 2017. #ILLINOIS2020 Outstanding Students: Barry Chiang May 11, 2020 11:00 am Barry Chiang was mesmerized by nature and the night sky while growing up in Taiwan. He is devoted to deciphering the simplicity and beauty of the universe through both science and music. Illinois again a top producer of Fulbright U.S. scholars Feb 27, 2018 12:45 pm For the seventh time in the past eight years, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is among the top producers of Fulbright U.S. Student Awards Illinois a top producer of Fulbright student grantees Feb 14, 2019 1:15 pm Eleven students from the Urbana campus received Fulbright awards for the 2018-19 academic year, placing Illinois among the top 15 public institutions in terms of numbers of student grantees. Illinois Chamber Singers in Vienna: Laughter, Schnitzel, and Music Aug 1, 2017 9:15 am Undergraduate student Grace Currie writes of a few of her favorite things during a trip to Vienna, Austria, with the University of Illinois Chamber Singers Illinois journeys: The future is bright Sep 15, 2021 9:30 am As a senior in high school, Michael watched his older brother experience life at Illinois and knew it was the place for him, too Illinois junior Paige Jones: Where my ACES story begins Apr 14, 2017 10:30 am As the university celebrates its 150th birthday, I think of all of my family members that were a part of those 150 years. Illinois music student part of Grammy-nominated ensemble Mar 5, 2021 9:30 am The opportunity for Sophia Byrd to sing in a professional oratorio as a college freshman changed the course of her music education at U of I. It also led to two Grammy nominations for Byrd before she has finished college. Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative to help students with autism, dyslexia, ADHD Mar 6, 2023 11:00 am Awareness is growing of the array of talents and skills that neurodivergent individuals can bring to the workplace. INI aims to see that students are successfully employed within six months of graduation, said program creator Jeanne Kramer. Illinois Open House Weekend, March 9 & 10 Feb 21, 2018 3:30 pm The University of Illinois welcomes thousands of students to campus for open house events in the College of Engineering, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, and several other campus units. Illinois program turns cowgirl dreams into livestock research reality Apr 15, 2022 12:15 pm The moment 4-year-old Sarah Graham sat in a saddle for the first time, she announced she wanted to be a cowgirl. For the suburban Chicago preschooler, it was an unlikely dream. But it stuck. Illinois senior named Schwarzman Scholar Dec 7, 2022 8:45 am Grace Mitchell was named a Schwarzman Scholar, one of 150 recipients selected from an international pool of 3,000 applicants to recognize students who seek a better understanding of China’s role in the world and have potential as future leaders. Illinois student named Rhodes Scholar Nov 20, 2017 10:45 am The first Rhodes Scholar on the Urbana campus since 1998, Thomas Dowling is poised to become the first in his family to graduate from college Illinois students collaborate on emergency call simulation Oct 8, 2019 4:30 pm Students from the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, UIC College of Nursing (Urbana campus), the School of Social Work and College of Applied Health Sciences collaborate on a 911 call simulation. Illinois students pursue internships in the wake of COVID-19 Jun 26, 2020 8:00 am Brendan Ross, a senior in recreation, sport and tourism, is working remotely through the inaugural Illini RST Undergraduate Consulting program. Illinois student's puzzle to appear in The New York Times Jan 2, 2020 2:00 pm 'Creating a crossword is a puzzle in itself – what combination of words fit together, where to put the black squares. You have to include words that will be interesting to the people who are doing it,' sayid Illinois student Adam Aaronson. Illinois students receive Critical Language Scholarships Apr 28, 2022 8:45 am The U.S. Department of State program provides full scholarships to U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to spend eight to 10 weeks abroad, with an expectation that they'll use their language skills in their future careers. Illinois students receive Critical Language Scholarships May 30, 2023 3:45 pm The scholarship program is part of an initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering critical foreign language and cultural skills to enable them to contribute to U.S. economic competitiveness and national security. Illinois students, recent graduates receive foreign language scholarships May 28, 2021 9:00 am 'It is telling that U of I recipients of these language scholarships hail from three different colleges on campus, a real testament to the international opportunities available to students from myriad disciplines.' Illinois technician combines engineering and creativity in a DIY synthesizer Jan 27, 2017 10:30 am Skot Wiedmann creates music on a palm-sized synthesizer he built in just a few hours. He can experiment with sound using his fingers on the surface to create chords and move up and down octaves. Illinois theatre students move year-end showcase online Apr 29, 2020 2:45 pm The seniors’ BFA Acting Showcase moved online after the live event was cancelled. 'The showcase gives them a foot in the door to the professional world. It’s a big loss not to be able to do that,' said Professor Aaron Muñoz. Image of Research: Bare Witness Apr 4, 2018 1:45 am Graduate student Matthew Go established the first Filipino skeletal research collection in the world. He is a semifinalist in the 2018 Image of Research competition Image of Research semifinalists. Vote for your favorite! Mar 19, 2024 1:15 pm You'll be amazed at the diversity and beauty of graduate student research at Illinois. We invite you to explore the online exhibition and vote for your top three entries. Your votes will determine the People's Choice winner ($100 award). Image of Research: You are what you eat Apr 3, 2018 10:30 am Caitlyn Edwards' photo, a semifinalist in the Image of Research competition, features lutein-rich 'cupcakes' - part of a study to understand the role of nutrition in children’s brain health Inaugural showcase to celebrate student media production projects Apr 14, 2023 1:00 pm The Department of Media & Cinema Studies presents the inaugural student showcase, featuring faculty-curated work created by students throughout the academic year. In search of ‘white birds in a nest’ Jul 24, 2018 8:00 am Our willingness to tromp through swamps and brambles is fueled by the hope of catching a glimpse of “white birds in a nest” (Macbridea alba) in bloom Interested in attending Illinois? Get on our mailing list Jun 20, 2017 9:15 am Want to receive personalized communications from us and manage your admissions process in one place? We have one word for you: myIllini. Interested in Illinois? Attend a campus summer program! Mar 1, 2017 3:45 pm Considering Illinois for your college education? Explore Illinois this summer through these programs Interested in Illinois? Attend a summer program on campus! Feb 23, 2018 10:45 am With an Illinois summer program, you can earn class credit, explore possible majors, or just see what life at Illinois is really like Interested in Illinois? Come visit us! Feb 13, 2017 7:45 am There are many opportunities for you to see the campus, visit a class, meet some students, and check out housing Interested in Illinois? Come visit us! Sep 11, 2017 2:00 pm There are several opportunities for you to visit the Illinois campus, sit in on a class, and tour Housing facilities Interested in Illinois? Come visit us this summer! Jun 2, 2017 9:15 am See the Illinois campus for yourself. While on campus, you can also to visit a class or take a Housing tour. Interested in Illinois? Visit us! Feb 11, 2019 6:30 pm A guide to campus visit dates whether you're a propective student, and admitted student, or seek to transfer to Illinois from another institution Interested in Illinois? Visit us virtually! Mar 27, 2020 3:30 pm Visit the U of I virtually through a YouTube series and a new VR experience that requires no gear. Interested in Illinois? Visit us virtually! May 1, 2020 3:30 pm Visit the U of I virtually through a YouTube series and a new VR experience that requires no gear. I-Ready online camp for college-bound students with autism Apr 11, 2022 3:30 pm 'This camp gives students a more concrete idea of what college is like and helps them and their parents prepare and decide if a competitive university is right for them,' says Autism Program director Jeanne Kramer. Josh Harris: From the Marines to Illini Baseball Mar 28, 2019 8:30 am This 25-year-old left handed pitcher's life and Marine Corp experiences have made him unflappable on the mound, says pitching coach Drew Dickinson. Journalism students train alongside professionals in new campus collaboration Nov 17, 2021 11:15 am 'Illinois Public Media is an ideal space for students to gain experience working in the field, while receiving personal guidance from journalists, and producing content for a professional media organization,' said journalism head Stephanie Craft. Landscape Architecture society recognizes students' efforts on urban flooding Dec 17, 2019 10:30 am Illinois students from a variety of disciplines developed a comprehensive urban stormwater redesign for a 300-acre neighborhood in Calumet City, Illinois, a suburb southeast of Chicago. Learning from the Lenca Jan 29, 2018 10:15 am We are in Llano Largo, the highest point in Central America and also the client community of my course in international water-system design, Honduras Water Project Lessons learned from starting a teaching career in a pandemic Jun 2, 2021 9:30 am 2020 Elementary Education graduates began their teaching careers during this most unusual, pandemic-affected school year. Six spoke with Lynn Burdick, ElEd program coordinator about the ups and downs of their first-year experience. Meet student government president Alexis Perezchica Sep 30, 2020 10:45 am Alexis discusses her election experience, what makes ISG so important, and her journey through college as a first-generation student.