What Happened Chief Illiniwek?

Several more years passed until the NCAA ruled in 2006 that certain Native American-based college mascots and symbols were “hostile and abusive” to minorities. The next winter, under the threat of losing the right to host post-season athletic events, trustees voted to retire Chief Illiniwek. What happened to Illinois Indians? […]

Where Do Uiuc Grad Students Live?

University Housing offers a variety of living options for graduate students via Graduate Upper-Division Residence Halls and University Apartments. Three uniquely different apartment communities are available: University Apartments at Orchard Downs, Goodwin-Green, and Ashton Woods. Where do UIUC Professors live? UrbanaUrbana is where many professors and faculty members live, and […]