blog posts Ancient and modern intersect in 'Hive' exhibition at Krannert Art Museum Jan 21, 2020 11:15 am A new exhibition, 'Hive,' combining two 18-foot-tall inflatable sculptures and an immersive sound installation, is visible 24/7 in Krannert Art Museum's Kinkead Pavilion glass-enclosed east entrance. Crop achilles' heel costs farmers 10 percent of potential yield Jan 23, 2017 4:00 pm Scientists assumed leaves at the top of a plant would be the best at turning higher levels of light into carbohydrates through photosynthesis, but research shows that's not the case in C4 plants like corn. Krannert Art Museum exhibitions rethink colonial narratives, cultural heritage Jan 23, 2018 8:00 am Multidisciplinary artist Allan deSouza looks at the legacy of empire in “Through the Black Country,” opening Jan. 25 at Krannert Art Museum It's Data Privacy Day. Here's how you can protect yourself Jan 26, 2018 9:00 am Check out some simple "Did You Know?" questions and take steps to safeguard yourself and your information February Dance to reflect recent crisis responses Jan 26, 2018 9:45 am February Dance will include performances that explore responses to crisis, look at protest in an airport setting and celebrate the music of Tom Petty Willard Airport sees 12% passenger growth in 2017 Feb 5, 2018 1:15 pm For the first time in ten years, the U of I hosted over 100,000 departing passengers through its Willard Airport A full month of events at Illinois Feb 6, 2017 10:15 pm See the full schedule of events related to Black History Month. Illinois researchers contribute to publicly accessible agronomy database Feb 7, 2018 9:45 am Comprising data from five years and 30 field research sites in the Midwest, it has been called one of the most comprehensive agricultural datasets ever to be published Behind Enemy Lines: WWII spy speaks at KCPA, 2/13 Feb 10, 2019 11:45 am Marthe Cohn will share her story of joining the French intelligence service, posing as a nurse, crossing enemy lines and relaying information about the Nazis back to the French Renovated Natural History Building earns LEED gold status Feb 12, 2019 12:00 pm The Natural History Building has earned prominent distinction for energy efficiency and environmentally friendly construction practices in the wake of a recent $79 million renovation Historic Latinx murals return to campus Feb. 21 Feb 14, 2020 8:30 am 'The murals coming back is a big celebration for our Latinx community of not only current students, faculty, staff and community members, but also our alumni and the years of history our community has on this campus.' EU Day online features Swedish ambassador, hip-hop artist, Greek tragedy Feb 17, 2021 11:30 am Ambassador to the U.S. will discuss Sweden’s approach to gender equality; benfits of providing child care, gender-neutral parental leave; and why women’s access to rights, resources and representation are important in foreign policy. Insect Fear Film Festival examines insects' close relatives: crustaceans Feb 18, 2020 1:30 pm The 2020 Insect Fear Film Festival will feature crustaceans, which are closely related to insects. The two groups share a common ancestor. Energy conservation efforts projected to save $41M at five Engineering facilities Feb 22, 2016 11:30 am A set of energy conservation projects will guarantee more than $41M in cost avoidance over the next 20 years and reduce the campus deferred maintenance backlog by an estimated $25M. Insects explode onscreen – and in real life Feb 22, 2016 11:45 am The 2016 Insect Fear Film Festival will feature films of cockroaches that start fires through spontaneous combustion and lava-spewing tarantulas. Illinois alumna among first group of Knight-Hennessy Scholars Feb 23, 2018 4:15 am Illinois alumna Leah Matchett will pursue a Ph.D. in political science at Stanford University among the first group of Knight-Hennessy Scholars From the archives: Stateside soldiers abroad and at Illinois Mar 2, 2016 12:00 pm The University of Illinois was such an important recruitment spot for women that in 1944 they sought recruits for confidential work. It was not stated what this opportunity was however, they need to have, “a high I.Q. and a record of loyalty to the United States.” Carle Illinois College of Medicine offers admission to its first 32 students Mar 15, 2018 4:00 pm From more than 1,000 applicants, these 32 individuals have been identified as potential future physician-innovators who will excel in this unique engineering-infused curriculum Illinois’ Large-Scale Watershed Initiative recognized at White House Mar 22, 2016 11:30 am The Resilient Watersheds Initiative seeks to provide a science-based and data-driven approach to promoting resilient, sustainable Illinois watersheds. Pitchapalooza comes to Illinois Mar 22, 2016 2:30 pm Aspiring novelists had the chance to pitch their book ideas in front of an esteemed panel of writers during Illinois’ inaugural Pitchapalooza event Resources to support our international community Mar 23, 2017 5:45 am 'Our success rests on the principle of inviting the best and brightest into our community and supporting their capacity to thrive...' - Chancellor Robert Jones Join the celebration at one of these events Mar 26, 2018 9:45 am International Week is an annual week-long series of cultural, academic, and recreational activities designed to highlight our global campus to the whole community. Ebertfest adds 'The Big Lebowski' to lineup, with 'The Dude' as guest Mar 29, 2018 9:00 am 'Lebowski' joins four other announced films. The rest of the lineup will be announced next week See the 25 semi-finalists in the Image of Research contest Mar 30, 2016 9:15 am Winners will be announced at a reception on April 6 in Illini Union Room 104 From Gottfried to 'Golden Arm,' Ebertfest back in full swing Mar 31, 2022 9:00 am With Oscar-winning directors, comedians and musicians, augmented by many independent movie gems, this year’s lineup takes the festival back to the roots established by late co-founder Roger Ebert. This is Grad Student Appreciation Week Apr 2, 2018 8:45 am There are events all week to celebrate the contributions of Illinois' 12,000 graduate students Three Illini win prestigious Goldwater Scholarships Apr 8, 2016 10:15 am "These flourishing scientists have seized the research opportunities presented to undergraduates at Illinois.” It's National Libraries Week, and we have one of the world's best! Apr 11, 2016 2:45 pm From April 10-16, libraries across the country are celebrating what makes them great places to study, learn and grow. Six Illinois professors named 2016 Guggenheim Fellows Apr 11, 2016 3:00 pm In the past three years, 13 U of I faculty members have been honored with Guggenheim Fellowships Campus Awards for Excellence in Instruction announced Apr 11, 2019 9:30 am Faculty and staff members and graduate teaching assistants at Illinois are being honored for excellence in teaching, mentoring and advising. Help package 151,000 meals: Day of Service, April 14 Apr 12, 2018 1:30 pm Volunteer to be part of the Sixth Annual Community & Campus Day of Service on Saturday The college career of Roger Ebert Apr 13, 2016 11:45 am Ebert's time as the editor of the Daily Illini gave him a chance to exercise his writing to the fullest. It also revealed the abrasiveness that got him noticed and earned him the respect he deserved. Choose Illinois: Accept your offer by May 1 Apr 15, 2017 8:00 am A couple hundred reasons you should choose Illinois... Illinois chemist elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences Apr 17, 2017 12:15 pm Scott E. Denmark, a professor of chemistry at the University of Illinois, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Krannert Art Museum galleries to close during summer renovations Apr 18, 2016 10:00 am Krannert Art Museum will act on its multiyear commitment to transform galleries and other public spaces by renovating four main-floor galleries this summer. Professor chronicles how Big Ten brought order to college football, then lost its way Apr 25, 2018 11:00 am College football started small in the late 1800s, but the issues then were remarkably similar to today: amateurism versus professionalism, player eligibility, player safety, commercialization... 2022 Undergraduate Research Week Apr 25, 2022 10:15 am A celebration of student innovation and excellence at Illinois, April 24 - 30 Chancellor announces extension of event cancellations through July 5 May 1, 2020 4:15 pm Chancellor Robert Jones also announced on Friday a timeline for phased decisions regarding summer and fall events and schedules. Carle Illinois College of Medicine announces inaugural faculty May 3, 2017 9:30 am The Carle Illinois College of Medicine’s nearly 100 faculty include prominent researchers, administrators and medical professionals with a broad range of expertise. Allerton Park kicks off its concert series on May 6 May 4, 2016 9:00 am The “Kick Off Concert” for this year’s Allerton Park Concert Series will feature Paul Cebar Tomorrow Sound, playing roots, rhythm and blues, soul, and Brazilian, Cuban and African music. Germanic languages and literatures professor named Getty Residential Scholar May 4, 2018 10:15 am Mara Wade will use the residency to work on her book on the relationship between public monuments and cultural politics in the city of Nuernberg U of I supercomputer provides $1.08 billion direct return to illinois’ economy May 17, 2017 4:00 pm Blue Waters has a projected $1.08 billion direct economic impact on Illinois' economy and will have created 5,772 full-time equivalent employment from October, 2007 to June, 2019. Facing the fat: Address your pet's extra weight May 18, 2015 11:30 am “The lack of recognition by the owner that there is a problem with the animal’s weight contributes to pet obesity,” says Dr. Gary Brummet Examining some of Illinois' 'Curiosities' May 24, 2018 11:30 am First in a series telling the stories behind these curiosities—from items that reflect our cultural history to art collections that represent all eras and mediums to the riches found in our library alone Future Environments: The Doctor’s Office of the Future May 29, 2018 12:00 pm Watch the video of Stephen Boppart, professor of bioengineering and electrical and computer engineering, as he answers a few questions about the future of health care Students help Illinois lead in online education May 31, 2018 9:15 am A student advisory board has been created to ensure Illinois has a strong student voice in its online leadership role Outside at the Research Park: Elvin Bishop Jun 1, 2017 1:30 pm Mank N Sass at 6:30pm, Elvin Bishop Big Fun Trio at 7:30pm on July 21 Japan House celebrating 20th anniversary of permanent home Jun 25, 2018 9:00 am Japan House celebrates the 20th anniversary of its permanent home with a day of Japanese performers and artists at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Beginning teacher conference adds boot camp for new alumni Jun 27, 2016 2:45 pm The Beginning Teacher Boot Camp will offer curricula specifically for 2016 graduates of the university’s teacher preparation programs who will begin their first teaching jobs this fall. IGB director receives honorary doctorate from Hebrew University in Jerusalem Jun 29, 2015 3:15 pm The university’s senate credited Gene Robinson for helping to define the new field of sociogenomics, bridging many disciplines, including animal behavior, neurobiology and genomics.