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On the Job: Lisa Lillig
JOB: Wig and makeup director, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. She’s worked for the theater department for six years, and holds a masters of fine arts degree from the UI in costume technology. A native of Kansas City, Mo., she has a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from Emporia State University at Emporia, Kan. […]
CNN commentator to join UI professors in discussion of election
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Robert Novak, a political commentator for CNN, will join four UI professors in a public discussion analyzing this year’s presidential election. “The Presidential Election 2000: Reflections and Observations” will be from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 14 in Lincoln Hall Theater, 702 S. Wright St., Urbana. Novak, a UI alumnus, has been a journalist […]
Asian American Studies Committee House to be moved
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The Asian American Studies Committee House at 1003 W. Nevada, Urbana, will be moved two blocks to the west on Nevada, closer to the Quad, David Dressel, associate vice chancellor for administration, said today. The move tentatively is expected to take place in spring 2001. In the meantime, a basement will be […]
Board to hear report on Chief Illiniwek Nov. 8
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Louis Garippo, a former circuit judge in Cook County, will present his report on Chief Illiniwek to the Board of Trustees beginning at 1:30 p.m. during the regular board meeting Wednesday (Nov. 8) in Urbana. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be in Foellinger Auditorium, 709 S. Mathews Ave. […]
KAM Exhibition Challenges Convention
University of Illinois art and design students are challenging convention – and having a bit of fun at the same time – in an exhibition on view Nov. 10 through Dec. 7 at the UI’s Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion. The exhibition, called “Amuse,” represents the culmination of their participation in “Art in Context,” […]
Panelists to discuss future of Yugoslavia
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Panelists at the University of Illinois will meet in a public forum Nov. 15 to discuss the future of Yugoslavia in the wake of Slobodan Milosevic’s recent fall from power. The forum, “The End of Milosevic: Political Transition in Yugoslavia,” is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on the third floor of […]
On the Job: Willie Deverell
JOB: Willie Deverell is a food service administrator III in the cafeteria at Bevier Hall. He works for the department of food science and human nutrition, overseeing the cooking of the daily meals and catering services. He also administers the kitchen, orders supplies and works with students studying dietetics and human nutrition and hospitality management. […]
Three UI researchers among 59 recipients for the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Three University of Illinois researchers were among 59 young researchers named today (Oct. 23) as recipients of the fifth annual Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers, the highest honor bestowed by the government on young professionals at the outset of their independent research careers. The researchers will receive their awards […]
On the Job: Gloria Sax
JOB: Gloria Sax has been administrative secretary to Robert Easter, head of the department of animal sciences, for four years. She started at the UI nearly six years ago after working in the hectic surety-bond industry in Chicago for 20 years. She is single, has a home with large perennial gardens in Champaign, and is […]
Alcohol Awareness Week to be observed on campus through Oct. 31
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The University of Illinois will observe National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week through Oct. 31. Numerous organizations around campus will be sponsoring events and activities, including the following selected events. Freshman residents of UI residence halls and certified housing will receive copies of the Alcohol 101 CD from the Dean of Students’ office. […]
On the Job: Mary Anderson
Mary Anderson is secretary for the program for Arms Control, Disarmament and International Security, which is located in the Armory. Anderson started with ACDIS when it was created in 1978. She and her husband, Don Saupe, a professor emeritus of horticulture, live in a large historic home in Homer. She has three grown sons and […]
Family Fall Festival set for Oct. 7 at the Arboretum
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – A day of fun for the entire family is planned for Saturday (Oct. 7) at the Family Fall Festival at the University of Illinois Arboretum. Children and adults can enjoy a variety of activities, contests and exhibits while learning more about horticulture. The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 […]