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Illinoisans to explore their African roots at free event
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois residents of African descent are invited to learn more about their heritage by engaging with the Illinois Family Roots Pilot Program. This community-based project uses DNA testing and genealogical research to help residents discover and reconnect with their African heritage. The IFRPP is one component of The African Kinship Reunion. The […]
Twelve Illinois scientists rank among the world’s most influential
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Twelve scientists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have been named to the 2025 Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researchers list. The list recognizes researchers and social scientists who have demonstrated exceptional influence, as reflected through their publication of multiple papers frequently cited by their peers during the last decade. The highly cited […]
Illinois chemist named 2025 Packard Fellow
Benjamin Snyder, a professor of chemistry at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, has been named a 2025 Packard Fellow by the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. Photo by Holly Birch Photography
Three Illinois students awarded Voyager Scholarships
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students Clara Alvarez-Leyva, Carlos Hernandez and Danielle Mitchell are recipients of the Voyager Scholarship, the Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service.
Illinois sets another freshman record as enrollment tops 60,000
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has welcomed another record-breaking class for the fall 2025 semester.
Five Illinois professors recognized as University Scholars
Five professors at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have been named University Scholars for their achievements in teaching, scholarship and service. The program honors faculty excellence and provides $15,000 to each scholar for three years to enhance their academic careers.
Big Ten Academic Alliance announces 2025-26 Academic Leadership and Executive Officers Program fellows
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The Big Ten Academic Alliance recently announced the 2025-26 fellows for its Academic Leadership Program and Department Executive Officers Seminar. Ten University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign faculty members have been selected to participate. “The BTAA Leadership Institute empowers the next generation of academic leaders with valuable training and tools tailored to the complexities […]
Former Illinois Chancellor Michael Aiken has died
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Michael T. Aiken, who served as sixth chancellor of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, died on Aug. 25, 2025, in Cody, Wyoming. An internationally recognized sociologist, Aiken served as Illinois chancellor from 1993 to 2001. His visionary leadership led to the development of the Research Park, a lasting undergraduate student welcome and […]
NSF reinvests in Molecule Maker Lab Institute, AI tools to solve chemistry’s challenges
With a new five-year, $15 million award, the U.S. National Science Foundation has renewed its support of the Molecule Maker Lab Institute.
Illinois students awarded Fulbright grants
Five University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students and recent graduates were offered Fulbright grants to pursue international education, research and teaching experiences around the globe this coming year.
Heeter selected as university’s first vice chancellor for finance
Aimee Heeter, currently the vice provost for finance and administration at Indiana University, will become the vice chancellor for finance at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign effective Aug. 1, pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.
Four Illinois faculty members elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Four faculty members from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have been newly elected as members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the oldest honorary societies in the United States. Materials science professor Paul Braun, history professor Antoinette Burton, physics professor Aida El-Khadra and chemistry professor Jonathan Sweedler are […]