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Registration open for I-Ready online camp for college-bound students with autism

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — College-bound sophomores, juniors, and seniors at Illinois high schools and new graduates who are on the autism spectrum and interested in attending the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are encouraged to apply for an upcoming virtual summer camp.

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NIR spectroscopy provides easy, cost-effective method for food allergen testing

URBANA, Ill. Food allergies pose a significant health risk, resulting in numerous hospitalizations every year, as even trace amounts of allergens can trigger severe reactions. Cross-contamination of food products can happen easily in the production process, so it’s important to have reliable methods of testing for allergens.

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FSHN senior shares fitness and nutrition advice through podcasts and Instagram

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My name is Krissi Poelsterl and I am a current senior in FSHN - Nutrition and Dietetics. I will graduate in May 2023 and start graduate school at Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois, for their MBA/RD program in the summer. 

ABE doctoral student receives prestigious FFAR fellowship

URBANA, Ill. – Caleb Bruhn, doctoral student in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE) at the University of Illinois, has been named as a 2023 Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR) fellow.

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5 things I wish I knew before coming to Illinois

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Adjusting to college is a learning curve, but it can be great if you’re knowledgeable of what to expect before coming to campus. I was taken by surprise my freshmen year by the many differences between high school and college. Here are the five things I wish I knew before coming to the University of Illinois. 

 

  1. Walk your classes. 

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.

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First-generation students face unique challenges

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Starting higher education can be a challenging transition for anyone, and it can be especially challenging for those of us who are first-generation students. However, it reveals strength and perseverance. My story about being first generation started at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where I played softball. I had always wanted to be a veterinarian, so I inevitably majored in animal science. I decided to transfer to UIUC after freshman year because I realized that vet school may not be for me, and I wanted to explore other avenues in the animal science field.

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