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.
URBANA, Ill. — For University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign sophomore Joe Del Rio, getting up close and personal with South America’s wildlife this summer was a dream come true.
How do you think you would fare if you moved to a new country a month before the pandemic to start on a new career track? Joana Colussi worked as reporter in her home country of Brazil, covering Brazilian agriculture, when she decided she wanted to do more and further her education.
I'm Danielle Willenborg, a junior majoring in Animal Sciences with a
minor in Horticulture. My goal is to pursue a career in veterinary
medicine. Additionally, I hold the role of Vice President in the
Illini Kennel Club, a new organization on campus that officially
became an RSO in the spring of 2023. Last year, towards the end of
2022, I came across an ad for a new club seeking individuals to fill
executive positions. One reason veterinary medicine appeals to me is
The school year is upon us and so is welcome week! There are many festivities to welcome our first-year students to campus, but there’s one that stands out from the rest. Here’s what you should expect from the renowned Quad Day.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — On Monday, Aug. 14, Governor Pritzker signed House Bill 3814, which allows youth enrolled in FFA and Illinois Extension 4-H to use their program participation toward their school attendance.
Pack your bags, you’re moving to college!
Your first taste of adulthood… moving out! It’s intimidating, but there’s no reason you should feel unprepared. Let us help you get ready for college life and class with our 10 college must-haves!
My name is Marko Perovic, and I am a senior majoring in Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) at the University of Illinois. I always had a passion for food and health, but only when I joined the FSHN department did I obtain what I needed to turn my passion into a future career. The FSHN program provided everything I needed to expand and refine my nutritional knowledge, while improving my interpersonal and leadership abilities.