Vanessa Herrera, one of our staff writers, had a conversation this month with Melissa Andrikos, junior in advertising and a weekly performer in the Illini Union’s Courtyard Café. This video explores Andrikos’ musical background and inspiration, as well as her advice for up-and-coming musicians. _______ Interview by Vanessa Herrera Video by Jack Coombs
By Briana Fields In celebration of Illinois’ homecoming and the State Farm Center’s grand reopening, British indie rock band The 1975 came to campus on October 28. They performed a roughly two-hour set in front of beautiful graphics and lights and sounded great live. Lead singer Matty Healy serenades a fan as … More GALLERY: The 1975 Concert
By Molly Cline Soon we will know who will run the United States of America for the next four years. The candidates are Hillary Clinton, Democrat; Donald Trump, Republican; Gary Johnson, Libertarian; and Jill Stein, Green Party. There are many options for who our next president will be. To make the process of … More 2016 Presidential Election: Candidate Policies, Stances
By Eugene White Dr. David Tewksbury, UIUC professor and Department Head of Communication, is perhaps best known for his rise to fame on Twitter. After granting one of his students a midterm extension so he could attend last year’s decisive National League Wild Card baseball game between the Cubs and Pirates, the lucky … More Professor Spotlight: Dr. David Tewksbury
By Molly Cline The Chicago Cubs made it to the World Series. That is a phrase that has not been said for 71 years. The Cubs have had ups and downs throughout the years but have never made it further than the National League Championship Series, which takes place right before the World Series. With … More Chicago Cubs: World Series Recap
By Tajah Ware As the fall weather makes its presence known, I can’t help but notice how put together some Illini are. As I make my way around the Quad, some students pop out every day, others dress up maybe two to three times a week, and some, well… some people don’t care about … More UIUC Fashion Alumni
By Tajah Ware A play by Nathan Alan Davis, Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea was uniquely interactive and thought provoking. I went to see Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea last Friday night to support my friend Marlene Slaughter. She played Danielle, Dontrell’s younger sister. As I entered the theater, I wasn’t sure what to … More REVIEW: Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
By Indira Midha Whether you’re coming from as close as Kentucky or as far as Kuwait, the Midwest is known for its turbulent, unpredictable climate. Here are some tips from a born-and-raised Midwestern kid on how to survive your first winter here. Layers, Layers, Layers. I promise this is crucial. You … More Tips for Students Experiencing Their First Midwest Winter
By Indira Midha During the strenuous midterm season, the UGL and Grainger are always packed without an empty seat to spare. The crowded and frantic environment is less than ideal for many students trying to keep their stress levels low. The following are some of my favorite places to get work done while escaping the … More Unconventional Study Places on Campus
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