My freshman year at Illinois will always be a period in my life that I’ll remember fondly. Having participated in the RISE program over the summer (a new student program to help prepare incoming students for their time...
Category - Campus Life
College is more than a degree. It’s your life for 4 years, and a lot can happen in that time! That’s why our students so often talk about their everyday lives. We hope you enjoy their stories, both big and small.
TaylorBest Photo Locations on Campus
The University of Illinois (in my humble opinion) has one of the most beautiful campuses year round! It would simply be reckless not to take advantage of its stunning scenes. Whether you’re looking for some spots that...
BrookeHow RSOs can help you grow in your major
Quad Day can be so much fun! It is a great event that introduces you to the hundreds of RSOs on campus–especially when it is your first year on campus and you’re trying to explore the many different...
TobyChambana Must-Eats
First of all, I just want to say welcome and congrats to the class of ’25 admits! You are in for a very exciting next four years. One of the best parts of our campus, as I’m sure you’ve heard, is the food scene...
Tips for Living with Roommates
Living with roommates for the first time? It is one of the most joyful yet frustrating experiences of your freshman year of college. How are you feeling about it? Are you nervous, anxious, excited? All of these feelings...
KennedyMy Favorite Things About Illinois
One disadvantage about living abroad is how difficult it is to actually know what campus is like. Before I came to Illinois, I had never taken a campus tour and had no idea what Champaign was like. I wanted to write a...
FranklinSmooth Sailing: My UIUC Vaccine Experience
In general, I personally have been pretty impressed with the way Illinois has been handling the pandemic. Now that we are looking towards vaccines becoming more widespread, I was very intrigued to see how the university...
The Moment I chose Illinois
Congratulations! You’re admitted to the University of Illinois, and you’ve either chosen to accept your offer or you’re choosing between a couple schools. There’s no doubt it’s a tough decision to make, but the moment I...
My experience as an Advertising student in the College of Media
I’m a sophomore here at Illinois, and even though I’ve had two majors during my time here, both of them have been inside of the College of Media. If you aren’t familiar with college terminology yet...
NoahWhy I Chose Illinois
Making decisions can be tough; making decisions that shape your future can be stressful. While this process may be overwhelming, remember that everything you ponder and feel is for a reason. Below are just a few of the...
KaitlynHow To Deal With Quarantine Fatigue
After almost of year of being in quarantine, I for one sometimes find myself staring into space wondering what time it is, what day it is, what month it is…I think you get the picture. While in quarantine I...
Don’t Change Who You Are
Why fit in when you were born to stand out? -Dr. Seuss It may seem cheesy, but the wise words of Dr. Seuss are a reminder that, despite what is going on around us, there is nothing more important than staying true to...
Day in the Life: COVID Edition
It’s kind of weird to think that we’ve been in quarantine for nearly a year now. The last day of in-person classes almost feels like yesterday – I’m surprised by how quickly time has flown by...
Finding Your UIUC Housing Fit: University Housing vs. Private Certified Housing
To help ease the transition from home to college, first-time attending students at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are required to live in university-approved housing—University Housing or Private Certified...
UIUC AdmissionsWhat to Do When Your Plate is Too Full
Before I begin, allow me to come clean—I had planned to write this back in November. Quite obviously, I am no master of time management. But heading into a new semester provides us with a fresh start and the...
I’m ready to Zoom! Are you?
Where’s the motivation? I don’t know about you, but coming back from break was a bit more difficult this year. Any other year, I’d be excited about the chance to come back to campus, be reunited with my friends...
Finding Joy in the Small Things
The winter months can be great sources of stress for so many. Holiday family gatherings aren’t always a joyous reunion, financial stressors are amplified with gift-giving obligations, and the dreadful sunset at 4:00 PM...
Value of Orange Krush
Service and philanthropy opportunities, for me, have always held a lot of value. Add that on to my love and passion for Illinois Basketball and you get Orange Krush. Joining the Orange Krush and being an active member...
How To Get The Most Out of Your Winter Break
The wondrous winter break is finally approaching! With such a tough year beyond academics, I’m sure that many people are ready for some time to relax and get some much deserved rest (I, for one, cannot wait)...
Being an Illini Sports Fan during COVID-19
One of the major disruptions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, was access to live sports. As a manager for the women’s volleyball team, this really threw a big wrench into my daily life. My fellow managers and...
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