I choose my study spots based on one of three desires: convenience, comfort, and closeness to coffee. Here are my top three study spots from each of those categories. CONVENIENCE Three questions: Is it on the way? Is...
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ZoeBest Restaurants On Campus: Zoe’s Take
Champaign-Urbana was recently rated the second best college town in the country. I would bet anything that our food is what put us on the map. My best advice to incoming students is to keep an eye on your wallet and to...
Student Squirrel Stories
At Illinois, we love Squirrel Appreciation Day because we love our squirrels. For the last 119 years, the Illinois campus has been home to a friendly and bold population of squirrels. Former university president Andrew...
Illinois Commitment
For students from families without a ton of financial resources, planning for college can involve lots of uncertainty. Finding a school that is affordable is sometimes the difference between going to college and not...
Adjusting to College: Your New Life
Almost exactly year ago, I committed to spending the next four years of my life at the University of Illinois. Until writing this post, I forgot how big of a decision this was. I was 17 when I decided where I would be...
The Actual School Part of College: Zoe’s Take
Diving into academics at a world-class institution like Illinois can be pretty intimidating. Don’t be scared; it’s part of the fun! The best way to get the most out of your time as a student at Illinois is to start...
Live Your Best (Campus) Life at Illinois
Champaign-Urbana has a reputation as one of the most vibrant, exciting college towns in the country. After spending a day on campus, it is easy to see why. If you haven’t visited campus yet and you can’t figure out what...
