Agricultural and Applied Economics
Put business and economics into action to solve global issues in food, agriculture, and finance.
U of I food science students cook the competition at the College Bowl Nationals
A team of food science and human nutrition students from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign were the crème de la crème at the Institute of Food Technologists Student Association College Bowl Competition in Chicago on July 14.
Touch-a-Truck drives child curiosity, family fun
On Friday, the Child Development Laboratory (CDL) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign hosted a Touch-a-Truck event for more than 160 children and their families, providing a fun, hands-on learning experience.
U of I honors the legacy of internationally recognized scholar Prasanta K. Kalita
Prasanta K. Kalita, professor of agricultural and biological engineering in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences with a joint appointment in The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, died on July 5.
ABE student Xylia Greeson wins NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign student Xylia Greeson is a recipient of the prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.
“I didn’t initially believe it,” Greeson said about when she first received the announcement. “It was a very pleasant surprise, and it will open so many more doors in the field. Being at Illinois, and now receiving this fellowship, has been a dream come true. I’m so thankful and blessed.”
Video premiere event brings untold community histories “out of the basement”
On the evening of Tuesday, June 30, the Family Resiliency Center at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and collaborators from local chapters or sections of “Divine Nine” organizations—the nickname for the coalition of nine historically Black sororities and fraternities—as well as affiliated organizations like the National Council of Negro Women and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People hosted a video premiere event titled “Out of the Basement.” Attendees f
Extension launches Health and Community Wellness, Center to strengthen Illinois communities
University of Illinois Extension is launching its new Health and Community Wellness program area to better meet the needs of Illinois residents as communities and families face challenges related to health, food and nutrition, family relationships, and financial well-being.
Bin Peng receives conservation research award, improves farmer success
Bin Peng, assistant professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, recently received a Conservation Research Award from the Soil and Water Conservation Society, recognizing his excellence in soil, water, and nutrient conservation research.
Illinois 4-H Experience Auction returns Sept. 18–20 with exclusive travel, sports, and family experiences
The Illinois 4-H Experience Auction returns Sept. 18–20, offering 24 one-of-a-kind experiences and exclusive memorabilia that help support programming and opportunities for Illinois youth.
Supporters can preview the auction now, explore the offerings, and start planning their bids before bidding opens at 8 a.m. Central Time on Friday, Sept. 18, and closes Sunday, Sept. 20.
The stories great rivers tell: ACES professor emeritus Kenneth R. Olson completes 12-book journey
The great rivers of the world function not only as physical landscapes, but also as complex systems shaped by human intervention, warfare, and climate change as explored in a series of books by emeritus soil scientist and environmental researcher Kennenth R. Olson.