Why study mathematics? Payton Jarzyna, a University of Illinois senior, interviews Professor Amanda Young about her teaching, quantum computing project, and advice for her younger self.

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Evolution, ecology and behavior professor Alison Bell has been awarded 2024 Guggenheim Fellowships. Congratulations! 🎉

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Congratulations to Shireen Aydogan, Karel Pene, and Sylvia Techmanski from the College of LAS! They've been awarded U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarships to study foreign languages this summer. 🎊🧡

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Professor Zhao has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Charles D. Scott Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology.
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Illini Fest is happening now at Lincoln Hall! 🧡📚We hope all our prospective students are having a great day!

Congratulations! College of LAS student Sylvia E was awarded a Barry M. Goldwater scholarship, which is granted to individuals for their potential to contribute to the advancement of research in the natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering. 🎊

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Follow lyanla, a senior in communication with minors in public relations and African American studies, as she interviews Dr. Bobby Smith from the University of Illinois College of LAS.

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91 percent of recent LAS alumni secure a first destination soon after graduation! 💙🧡

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Happy Moms Weekend!🧡🌸

Congratulations to the eight LAS alumni who received 2024 alumni awards during our awards ceremony last week!🌟 🎉

A new book by Illinois meteorology professor Kelvin Droegemeier seeks to empower researchers and creative professionals and give them a broader view of the world early in their careers. 📚

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Join Josephine, a junior in global studies and gender and women's studies, as she interviews Ghassan Moussawi, a professor in gender and women's studies and sociology at the University of Illinois.

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Catching the solar eclipse in style with these Illinois eclipse glasses! 🌞🌑✨

Ready for an astronomical show? 🌞🌑 On April 8, North America gears up for a total solar eclipse. Expert advice: snag the best view, but remember, safety first!

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A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign shows how electrochemistry can be used to extract precious metals from discarded electronics in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner.

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Happy Women’s History Month! 💐

Meet Lisa Lucero, a professor in anthropology and medieval studies. Lisa's upcoming book, 'Maya Wisdom and the Survival of Our Planet,' is set for release in Fall 2024 from Oxford University Press.

Happy Women's History Month! 💐

Meet Lucia Sanchez- Gilbert, a graduate student in Spanish literatures and cultures. Lucia has received teaching accolades, including the campus award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching for Teaching Assistants.

Our very own Caitlin Niesman, and The Orange Krush, are headed to Boston to cheer on the Illinois Men's Basketball in the Sweet 16!🏀😎

Happy Women’s History Month! 💐

Meet Natalie Lira, associate chair of the Department of Latina/Latino Studies. Natalie is a distinguished scholar, holding the titles of Henley Corley Petit Scholar (2022-2023) and Conrad Humanities Scholar (2024-2029).

How should voters feel about polls heading into the presidential election? Political scientist believes domestic matters will be key.

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