Did you know the University of Illinois contributes $13.9 billion in annual income to the state’s economy—and a 19.3 percent return on the public’s investment—through spending by its campuses, employees
The University of Illinois came in at No. 10 on Pitchbook’s list of top schools for venture capital-backed entrepreneurs, having produced 239 entrepreneurs that have gone on to found 217
University of Illinois President Timothy L. Killeen has appointed Barbara J. Wilson, who currently serves as dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, acting chancellor. Read Full Article
This is an exciting time for alumni relations at the University of Illinois. After the University of Illinois Alumni Association Board of Directors unanimously approved the vision, mission and strategic
When Timothy “Tim” Killeen was 23 and looking for his first professional position, he had an important credential—a doctorate from University College London, where he had studied positrons. The positron,
On the cover of this issue is Dr. Timothy L. Killeen, the soon-to-be 20th president of the University of Illinois. Although his official start date is May 18, President-designate Killeen
In August 2013, 400 protesters toppled fences as they rushed to uproot a plot of rice in the Philippines. The plot looked like any other but had its green shoots
The sky holds no hint of sunrise, but inside ARC Gym No.1, 17 rowing machines hum and whir like the rhythmic breathing of a sleeping giant. Sweating and red from
During the holiday season, many of us take time to pause and reflect upon the past, give thanks, and celebrate the promise of what lies ahead. At the University of
When they arrived at Orchard Downs, they arrived the same way thousands of young couples have arrived at the University of Illinois graduate student apartments: with a U-Haul full of
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Become a Life Member of the University of Illinois Alumni Association and commemorate this incredible bowl-bound season with the ultimate fan bundle: our premium Life Membership Blanket and the exclusive Bowl Game Pack—featuring a clear stadium backpack, Alumni beanie, koozie, luggage tag, and a Commemorative Liberty Mutual Vinyl Music City Bowl ticket.
* Packages will not arrive before the bowl game and are intended as commemorative keepsakes. Vinyl ticket is for memorabilia purposes only and is not valid for game entry.
** Annual membership is $150.
*** Shipping to Domestic U.S. Addresses Only. No PO Boxes. Become a Life Member of the University of Illinois Alumni Association and commemorate this incredible bowl-bound season with the ultimate fan bundle: our premium Life Membership Blanket and the exclusive Bowl Game Pack—featuring a clear stadium backpack, Alumni beanie, koozie, luggage tag, and a Commemorative Liberty Mutual Vinyl Music City Bowl ticket.
* Packages will not arrive before the bowl game and are intended as commemorative keepsakes. Vinyl ticket is for memorabilia purposes only and is not valid for game entry.
** Annual membership is $150.
*** Shipping to Domestic U.S. Addresses Only. No PO Boxes.
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