blog posts A woman of determination and vision: Hoda Elshorbagy Apr 18, 2025 8:00 am As a girl in Egypt, she learned English so she could understand U of I racing coach Adam Bleakney’s videos. She dreamed of one day learning from him face to face. For seven years, she planned and practiced. Then came her break. Webinar Series: Social Work in Changing Political Landscapes Mar 19, 2025 10:30 am Recent Executive Orders are reshaping access to critical services and presenting new challenges for social workers committed to advocacy, equity, and justice. This series looks at these evolving social and political landscapes. U. of I. named recipient of 2024 Team USA Collegiate Impact Award Dec 9, 2024 1:00 pm Twenty current or former Illini won medals at the 2024 Paralympic Games. U. of I. will be honored at the National Football Foundation’s 66th annual awards celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, in Las Vegas. Book: How scholars can thrive in the competitive world of research, creative enterprise Apr 2, 2024 9:15 am A new book by Illinois meteorology professor Kelvin Droegemeier seeks to empower researchers and creative professionals and give them a broader view of the world early in their careers. U of I Library acquires first edition of Plato’s works in Greek Feb 6, 2024 4:30 pm The Rare Book and Manuscript Library has acquired a rare first edition of Plato’s works printed in the Greek language. it was printed in Venice in 1513 by Aldine Press, one of the most successful printing houses of the time. Research team produces roadmap for scaling up urban agriculture Jan 11, 2024 1:30 pm Urban agriculture has the potential to decentralize food supplies, provide environmental benefits, and mitigate environmental footprints, but increasing urban food production will require deliberate education and market-transformation efforts. Jackie Joyner-Kersee gives advice to Illinois graduates May 23, 2023 1:15 pm Inc. (May 19) - In her speech to graduates, the athlete shared her story to success. Join our Martin Luther King, Jr. celebrations Jan 12, 2023 1:45 pm Learn, create, volunteer! There are several opportunities to join our campus celebrations of the life and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., beginning on Monday, January 16, and running through the following week. SHIELD program a model for effective pandemic management, data show Jun 9, 2022 9:30 am The SHIELD: Target, Test, Tell program combined frequent saliva tests with modeling and an app to keep the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus and surrounding community safe when on-campus operations resumed in fall 2020. Explore the flowers at Allerton Park Apr 21, 2022 1:30 pm From the formal gardens to the wooded trails — discover when your favorite flower will be in bloom at Allerton Park & Retreat Center. The fun way to explore your academic future: U of I Open House Weekends Mar 18, 2022 2:45 pm Illinois Open House Weekends give you a chance to explore college opportunities and get up-close, hands-on experiences related to your interests.