Solid Job Search Strategy

Dive into an empowering career guidance session with Julie L. Bartimus, an expert with 20 years of experience at the University of Illinois Alumni Career Center. In ‘Solid Job Search

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Building Relationships for Life

On June 5, 1873, Illinois’ original graduating class (1872) met in the campus’ Mechanic and Military Hall, with one objective: to create an alumni association, “in order to foster a

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Honoring Our Own

At Commencement ceremonies on May 12, 2023, the University will confer the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters upon Louis Liay, EDM ’62, crowning a lifetime of exemplary work

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View Finder

Douglas (Doug) Busch, ’74 FFA, now 73, is still lithe in a tucked-in, black, long-sleeve shirt, blue jeans, red New Balances and stylish glasses with circular frames. His thick hair has

Your 2025 Goals, Powered by Illinois

Jumpstart your year with exclusive benefits! Enjoy discounted gym memberships through Active&Fit Now, career coaching discounts, and our newest swag—the Illini Alumni mug, perfect for hydration on-the-go. Set your health,

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Lifetime Illini

Give the people what they want. It’s a time-honored axiom of marketing, and one that holds true for the University of Illinois Alumni Association and its membership program. In addition

Celebrate the Citrus Bowl!

Relive the excitement of the Citrus Bowl with our Bowl Game Fan Pack! 🎉 This keepsake bundle includes a commemorative vinyl bowl ticket, foam finger, luggage tag, clear stadium bag,

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2024 Athletics Hall of Famers

Laura DeBruler Santos Volleyball, 2007–10 Among the University’s most celebrated volleyball players, DeBruler Santos tallied 577 kills her freshman year, the third-highest single-season number in the program’s history. Unanimously chosen