The sesquicentennial issue contains stories about the University’s early years, the origin of its school colors, class rivalries among its students, and the impact of President Edmund James (1904-20). The issue also features an...
Pairing vibrant storytelling with archival photographs, audio clips, and videos, these 30- and 60-minute presentations make the University’s history come to life! Talks are available to alumni, campus, and community groups...
The Richmond Family Welcome Gallery at Alice Campbell Alumni Center is a showcase for the heritage and global impact of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, made possible through the generosity of the late...
Featuring a vast collection of maps, 3-D imagery, and archival material, Mapping History at the University of Illinois is an interactive, online platform that utilizes 21st century technology to capture 150 years of University...
With the exception of 1918, when it was cancelled due to the United States’ involvement in World War I, Homecoming has been held continuously since its inception in 1910. Although the focal point has...
Click on the images below to read about events in University of Illinois history.
