blog posts U of I among top producers of Fulbright awards Feb 20, 2020 8:45 am For the ninth time in the past 10 years, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has been named among the U.S. colleges and universities that produce the most Fulbright U.S. Student Awards. Tim Nugent honored by Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame Feb 17, 2020 8:45 am U of I's Tim Nugent, considered the 'Father of Accessibility,' has been posthumously awarded the John W. Bunn Lifetime Achievement Award from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Trio honored with Chancellor's Medallion for investigation of Zhang case Feb 13, 2020 3:00 pm In addition to many other personnel involved in the investigation, the actions and dedication of Sgt. James Carter, telecommunicator Kenny Costa and Det. Eric Stiverson were particularly noteworthy. Two Illinois professors named Sloan Research Fellows Feb 12, 2020 9:30 am Two U of I scientists are among 126 recipients of the 2020 Sloan Research Fellowships. This honor is one of the most competitive and prestigious awards available to early career researchers. Sottos elected to National Academy of Engineering Feb 10, 2020 8:15 am 'This is one of the very most prestigious honors an engineer can earn, and we are thrilled that Nancy’s distinguished reputation among her peers is being recognized,' said Dean Rashid Bashir of The Grainger College of Engineering. U of I's highest honors: Stephen Long invested as a Stanley O. Ikenberry Chair Jan 31, 2020 10:00 am 'Steve has led the world in advancing our knowledge of the mechanisms of photosynthesis... especially towards the goal of increasing the efficiency of photosynthesis to help feed the world's burgeoning population.' Chancellor Jones' State of the University Address Jan 31, 2020 9:45 am Read or watch Chancellor Robert Jones’ January 24, 2020, remarks about our current challenges and ambitious plans for the future of Illinois. NSA and University of Illinois: Partnering to Secure Networks and Cyber Systems Jan 28, 2020 9:15 am U of I is one of the first universities to partner with NSA on researching the science of security and has been working on cybersecurity problems with NSA for more than 19 years. Illinois music professor awarded NEH Fellowship Jan 15, 2020 1:00 pm University of Illinois music professor Christina Bashford was awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship for 2019. Prof. Stephen Boppart named Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors Dec 6, 2019 3:45 pm Election as a NAI Fellow is the highest professional distinction accorded solely to academic inventors. Prof. Charles Gammie named on Bloomberg 50 list of innovators, leaders Dec 6, 2019 9:00 am Gammie was recognized for his leadership of the Event Horizon Telescope team that unveiled the first image of a supermassive black hole in April. Illinois: No. 1 global destination for international students Dec 5, 2019 10:45 am Illinois ranks No. 1 among public universities and No. 5 in the country for the most international students, according to Open Doors data. Eight Illinois faculty members elected AAAS Fellows Nov 26, 2019 10:15 am Eight professors at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have been elected 2019 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Eight Illinois researchers rank among world’s most influential Nov 22, 2019 9:00 am Eight faculty members at Illinois have been named to the 2019 Highly Cited Researchers list, a global listing of scientists who produced the past decade’s most influential papers. Student receives Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award Nov 15, 2019 2:30 pm Each year, the Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award is given to an Illinois senior who has demonstrated exceptional attributes in leadership and a desire to make a difference in the world. Chancellor Jones named 2020 APLU Chair Nov 13, 2019 10:45 am 'Robert Jones is an exceptional leader with an extensive background advancing the work of public research universities. We’re thrilled he’s been selected as the next chair of the APLU Board of Directors.' Four faculty and staff recognized for dedication to diversity and inclusion Nov 8, 2019 9:30 am The four were reipients of the 2019 Larine Y. Cowan Make A Difference Awards for their exceptional dedication to and success in promoting diversity and inclusion Watch 'William L. Everitt: An Optimist's Journey' Nov 7, 2019 1:45 pm The man who helped transform the University of Illinois into one of the top engineering schools in the country is featured in a new 30-minute documentary airing this month on the Big Ten Network. Illinois professor tops 'Power List' of analytical scientists Nov 4, 2019 8:00 am Professor Jonathan Sweedler was named to the top spot on the Analytical Scientist’s 2019 Power List, which highlights tremendous talent, ingenuity, and leadership in analytical science across the world. Nugent enters U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame Oct 31, 2019 4:45 pm The visionary first director of a ground-breaking U of I program for students with disabilities,, enters the Olympic & Paralympic HOF as a 'special contributor.' Emmy Award for 'Illinois Artists: Endalyn Taylor' Oct 11, 2019 10:00 am 'Illinois Artists: Endalyn Taylor' was produced by Illinois' Kaitlin Southworth, Tim Hartin and Alison Davis Wood for BTN. Watch it now to see why it won a Mid-America Emmy Award for Arts/Entertainment Feature. Illinois announces Center for Digital Agriculture Oct 8, 2019 9:45 am The new center will bring together agricultural producers, researchers and industries to innovate on the technology that is transforming agriculture. 11 faculty chosen for BTAA Leadership Programs Oct 4, 2019 11:15 am Eleven professors at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have been chosen to participate in leadership programs held by the Big Ten Academic Alliance. Solar Farm expansion to increase campus renewable energy Sep 19, 2019 1:30 pm The new Solar Farm expansion will generate the equivalent electricity use of more than 2,000 average American homes. School of Architecture showcases women in the profession Sep 19, 2019 1:15 pm The School of Architecture is celebrating the contributions of female architecture graduates. University invests $24 million into Investment for Growth Proposals Sep 17, 2019 12:00 pm The university is generating new sources of revenue while continuing to invest in education, research and public engagement. Illinois selected for AAU's PhD Education Initiative Sep 16, 2019 2:00 pm Illinois will be one of eight universities to participate in a new initiative to change the culture surrounding doctoral education and career pathways. Marching Illini makes strides in sustainability Sep 16, 2019 9:45 am With improved technologies, the Marching Illini has transitioned to paperless. Meet the record-breaking freshman class Sep 12, 2019 11:00 am The Illinois freshman class sets records for enrollment, diversity and excellence. Five Illinois professors named University Scholars Sep 12, 2019 11:00 am Five Illinois professors have been named University Scholars in recognition of their excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Social work prof named Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellow Jul 29, 2019 9:15 am Liliane Windsor will spend a year in Washington, D.C., working with members of Congress and the executive branch on health-related legislative and regulatory issues. Six Illinois researchers receive Presidential Early Career Award Jul 3, 2019 1:45 pm Six researchers were named recipients of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the nation's highest honor bestowed on young professionals at the outset of their research careers. Campus honored for fundraising excellence Jun 12, 2019 8:30 am Illinois has been named a recipient of the 2019 Educational Fundraising Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). Khroma Quartet are silver medalists at Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition May 13, 2019 2:30 pm The Khroma Saxophone Quartet have won second place in the Senior Division-Winds/Brass at the 46th Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. What does momentum look like at Illinois? Watch this. May 9, 2019 9:45 am It's been another record-breaking year on campus, so we're celebrating! Hammack receives Carl Sagan Award May 6, 2019 8:15 am Illinois Professor Bill Hammack joins previous awardees Steven Pinker, Thomas Friedman, and Bill Nye. The first recipient was astronomer and science communicator Carl Sagan.