Unofficial is coming up and it’s still the same old story: students want to drink and the university is concerned. Now the Daily Illini publishes an open letter to parents?
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Community Health Center provides Hope for Champaign-Urbana
Red and blue, old and young, rich and poor — most people agree our healthcare system is in shambles. This is how a group of healthcare workers are fighting back in C-U.
University Plans to Relocate Historic Building on South Quad
The Mumford House was listed on Landmark Illinois’ list of ten most endangered buildings in 2006. Today, its location is up for debate.
Krannert “Uncorked”
I’m always looking for things to do around campus, especially if the word free is involved and the event involves free food and drinks. That usually means conferences, conventions or speaking events. Don’t get me …
Tonight at the Union: Student’s Path to Sustainable Living in Champaign-Urbana
Tonight, the Green Initiatives committee is hosting a talk titled “A U of I Student’s Path to Sustainable Living” at 6:30 p.m. in the Illini Union. The free event will highlight ways to “live green” …
Living Green While Working Proves Difficult
In the past several years, we’ve seen a growing trend in sustainability and in “living green.” Eco-cups to eco-diapers abound. The university-run Bevier Café recently adopted SpudWare, biodegradable cutlery made from potato starch and soy …
Hope Community Health Center in Champaign
Just about two weeks ago, Hope Community Health Center opened its doors to residents of Champaign County. Hope is a non-religiously affiliated, non-profit corporation offering both medical and psychiatric treatments. The clinic is among only …
The Fate of Amy Goodman and The RNC Arrests
A little over two weeks ago at the Republican National Convention, dozens of journalists were arrested for doing their jobs. Among these journalists was Amy Goodman, host of Democracy Now! — an independent national news …
It’s Time to Live Like an Adult
Like most of the students on campus, I moved into my new apartment this past weekend. I had all the excitement of starting a new school year and moving into a new place. Everything was …
Tanning Salons: Dedicated to Bronze
A quick Google search of tanning salons in the Champaign-Urbana area comes up with about 17 listed locations. Not to mention, six of these tanning factories are within walking distance from campus. My apartment alone …