Student leadership development requires holistic approach, educators say
Colleges and universities often highlight leadership development as a critical component of their curriculum — but there is no clear consensus on what constitutes effective leadership education.
Australia’s Kallee Buchanan is 2024 Visiting Global Agricultural Journalist
Australian agricultural journalist and broadcaster Kallee Buchanan has been named the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Illinois to create global center of excellence in food and agricultural communications
The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign unveiled plans for a global center for food and agricultural communications on The Cowboy Channel as part of the National Ag Day celebration.
U. of I., Parkland College partnership introduces new vet tech career path
URBANA, Ill. — For University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students Saira Cruz and Mercedes Saavedra, majoring in animal sciences is making their dream careers possible.
Air Force Captain takes career to new heights with ACE master's degree
Andrew Beguhl came to graduate school at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a different background than most.
Having twelve years in the Air Force under his belt, Captain Beguhl was ready for his next challenge and came to the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) to pursue a master’s degree in agricultural and applied economics in the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics (ACE).
Farm Progress Show brings students, ACT to the forefront of innovation
URBANA, Ill. — Every year, farmers, researchers, and companies gather to visit a hub of innovation— the Farm Progress Show (FPS), the biggest show of its kind in the U.S. This year, the Illini Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT) club was invited to join the media tent, sharpening their on-the-ground reporting skills through the opportunity to shadow professionals at an in-person agricultural event.
State Farm among first to support U of I neurodiversity initiative
URBANA, Ill. –The Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative (INI) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has received a major, five-year grant from State Farm to help fund the program, which provides academic and social support for students with autism and helps them prepare for the workplace and connect with potential employers.