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Office space

Every object in Chancellor Charles L. Isbell, Jr.’s office tells the story of how he sees himself as a scientist, teacher, mentor, lifelong learner, and steward of the university.

The neverending story

The neverending story In “Angel Down,” alumnus Daniel Kraus (iSCHOOL ’05) traps readers in the relentless pace of war and earned the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in the process. Contributors Interviewed by Cindy Brya In the opening scenes of “Angel Down,” five American soldiers venture into No Man’s Land during World War I to euthanize a wounded comrade. Instead of finding a man in need of mercy, however, the soldiers discover a fallen angel who could hold the key to ending the war. Earlier this year, Daniel Kraus, a New York Times bestselling author whose works include children’s fiction,…

October 9, 2026
From passion to place

Champaign County natives Annie Murray Easterday (ACES ’07) and Lauren Murray Miller (ACES ’06) built Pear Tree Estate as a place where dreams come true and, in the process, manifested a dream of their own.

October 2, 2026
New Farmers of America

Illinois professor Bobby J. Smith II uncovers the forgotten history and enduring legacy of Black agricultural education.

October 2, 2026
An Infectious Duo

“This Podcast Will Kill You,” created by Erin Welsh (LAS ’18) and Erin Allmann Updyke (LAS ’18, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine ’21), has delivered trusted, science-backed information to over a million listeners.

October 1, 2026
Mud, blood, and the Mother Ruggers

Armed with little more than grit and an unwillingness to take no for an answer, the Mother Ruggers built more than a team — they helped build women’s rugby in America.

September 30, 2026
Curiosities: Workday essentials

What are the “ride-or-die” items you couldn’t do your job without? That’s the question STORIED posed to some folks on campus. (Hint: It’s not necessarily a computer.)

September 30, 2026
Under fire

Across 28 acres of carefully engineered chaos, firefighters and emergency responders practice the skills that make a difference when lives are on the line.

September 28, 2026
Eat this.

Joanne Lee Molinaro (LAS ’00) is known to millions as The Korean Vegan, whose storytelling and plant-forward Korean recipes have sparked a global following. Her James Beard Foundation award-winning cookbooks blend heritage, history, and heart, offering readers more than meals: They offer connection.

September 28, 2026
Leading authentically

Brooke Elliott, dean of the Gies College of Business, answers the Proust Questionnaire

September 25, 2026

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Inspire

Discover Illini who journey across the globe to serve humanity by strengthening communities, advancing knowledge, and reaching for the extraordinary. From exploring the ocean’s depths to aiming for the moon, their stories fuel the spirit of what it means to be Illini.

INFORM

Our storytelling shows a fresh side of Illinois, one where different viewpoints and perspectives teach us something new every day. Unafraid to push boundaries, Illini embrace change and innovation.

ILLUMINATE

At the core of the Illinois experience is compassion and strength. Our stories acknowledge and show gratitude for Illini voices and experiences—whether on campus or around the world.

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