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Governor appoints civic leader, retired physician to U of I Board of Trustees

May 12, 2025 11:45 am

Gov. JB Pritzker has appointed longtime civic leader, philanthropist and retired physician Bryan S. Traubert to the University of Illinois Board of Trustees. Traubert practiced ophthalmology in Chicago for more than 30 years and is chairman of the Pritzker Traubert Foundation and chair of the Executive Committee of the Chicago Community Trust. He is also a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
From research to results: How the U of I System powers economic competitiveness

May 9, 2025 9:00 am

ACE Illinois, the 20th Americas Competitiveness Exchange, set a record for generating the most letters of interest and memoranda of understanding for future international projects and partnerships — while the event was still underway.
CyberGIS leader on SRI2025’s bold agenda: The world needs you. Now.

May 8, 2025 11:00 am

CyberGIS and geospatial science expert Shaowen Wang welcomes students, researchers, community leaders and more to I-GUIDE Forum 2025: Geospatial AI and Innovation for Sustainability Solutions, co-located at SRI2025 June 17-19.
5 Reasons to Attend SRI2025

May 5, 2025 11:00 am

The Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI2025) is one of the largest sustainability events — and in 2025, it’s coming to the U.S. for the first time ever. From June 16–19, join thousands of scientists, policy leaders, innovators, and community advocates at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk to exchange bold ideas, form global partnerships, and build pathways to real-world solutions.
How bold ideas at SRI2025 will inspire lifelong climate changemakers

Apr 30, 2025 12:30 pm

At SRI2025, participants will join sessions where bold ideas meet real-world action. They can learn about novel solutions-driven research, hear a variety of perspectives, engage with innovators and meet thought leaders and changemakers. Expect hands-on workshops, plus dynamic panels and talks.
International leaders visit U of I System facilities in Americas Competitiveness Exchange tour

Apr 28, 2025 3:45 pm

Fifty top global and regional leaders from throughout the Western Hemisphere and partner nations will visit University of Illinois System facilities this week as part of the Americas Competitiveness Exchange, a program offered by the Organization of American States with the support of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
System, SRI2025 announce Chicago’s global sustainability conference partners, sponsors

Apr 24, 2025 1:15 pm

SRI2025 will host over 1,000 researchers, innovators, policymakers, funders and community leaders from more than 100 countries, united by a common goal of advancing actionable solutions for a just and sustainable future.
The climate clock is ticking. At SRI2025, we collaborate to hit reset.

Apr 14, 2025 8:00 am

Former White House climate advisor and professor emeritus at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Don Wuebbles previews the game-changing science and innovation driving the future of sustainability at SRI2025 this June.
Register now for Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress, June 16-19 in Chicago

Apr 9, 2025 3:15 pm

Register now for Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress, June 16-19 in Chicago
From transfers to degrees: Support helps students stay the course

Apr 9, 2025 8:00 am

To attract and welcome transfer students so they can shine, the University of Illinois System offers programs such as its transfer guarantee for Illinois high school graduates attending any community college or university in the U.S.
IIN’s Sustaining Illinois program awards seed grants to six new research projects

Apr 4, 2025 10:00 am

The Illinois Innovation Network awarded nearly $240,000 in seed grants to six research teams this week in its ninth round of funding, with projects including AI-driven plastic recycling, studying mosquitos to mitigate the spread of antimicrobial resistant pathogens, using algae to clean up microplastic pollution, detecting HIV RNA more efficiently, improving access to lupus and rheumatoid arthritis diagnostic tools, and fostering emerging youth entrepreneurship through technology.
Stanley Ikenberry, former U of I System president who left a strong legacy, passed away in Florida at age 90

Apr 2, 2025 10:00 am

Stanley O. Ikenberry, who at age 44 was named the youngest president in the University of Illinois history in 1979 and later returned to the presidency in an interim capacity, died Tuesday at age 90 in Boca Grande, Florida.
Shin Honorees Take Ag Education on the Go; 2025 Nominations Due April 18

Apr 1, 2025 9:45 am

“Having the people mover because of the Shin Award helps us provide information to growers. This helps them make important decisions about their crop management plans,” said Darin Joos, UIUC College of ACES alumni and employee.
UIS in-state tuition rates extended to six additional counties in Indiana, Iowa, Missouri

Mar 20, 2025 12:15 pm

The University of Illinois Board of Trustees today approved the expansion of a pilot program that allows the University of Illinois Springfield to offer in-state tuition to select out-of-state residents in counties adjacent to Illinois. The expansion approved today adds Lake, LaPorte and Porter counties in Indiana; Clinton and Muscatine counties in Iowa; and Marion County in Missouri.
University of Illinois System and IVSA launch partnership to expand virtual learning across Illinois

Mar 17, 2025 10:15 am

Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy, in partnership with the University of Illinois System, is launching an expanded initiative to bring high-quality virtual education to more school districts across Illinois. Following a successful pilot in Lake County, IVSA is now offering its enhanced support model statewide, providing schools with new opportunities to enhance student learning through virtual instruction and in-person assistance.
SDSN partners with Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress, accelerates innovative pathways for global sustainability

Mar 11, 2025 10:45 am

The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network is pleased to announce its partnership with the Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress. Bringing together thousands of sustainability leaders in government, civil society, academia and the private sector from more than 80 countries worldwide, the Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress is one of the leading annual convenings that spotlights evidence-based, actionable and inclusive approaches to sustainability.
U of I System, University of Toronto launch collaborative research teams

Mar 4, 2025 4:30 pm

The University of Illinois System and the University of Toronto this week awarded funding to four new interdisciplinary research teams that will drive innovations and advance collaboration between the universities. Selected from 21 applications, these are the first awards from an institutional partnership launched in 2024.
Suzet McKinney joins University of Illinois Board of Trustees

Mar 3, 2025 4:15 pm

Suzet McKinney, a nationally recognized public health expert and medical executive, is the newest member of the University of Illinois Board of Trustees. Gov. JB Pritzker recently appointed McKinney to the board. Pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate, she will fill the seat vacated by Donald Edwards for a term extending through Jan. 20, 2031.
Bold advocacy: Teen alumna carries student voices to the Capitol

Feb 28, 2025 8:00 am

“Being young in political and advocacy spaces often means having to prove yourself twice as hard. But I also recognized my age could be an advantage,” said Kayla Pilgrim, who served as director of communications for the Student Advocacy Coalition at UIC.
Relive highlights of the University of Illinois System's 2024 Leadership State Tour

Feb 20, 2025 11:30 am

Last fall, system leadership embarked on its fourth annual statewide tour, engaging with local leaders, stakeholders, and communities to strengthen partnerships and shape new initiatives that will drive economic growth across Illinois. Read and watch highlights of the tour here.
Higher education partnerships help power Illinois economic growth

Feb 18, 2025 8:00 am

A dynamic discussion, hosted by the University of Illinois System and Crain’s Chicago Business, showcased the many ways collaboration among private, public, and government sectors positions our state as a thriving hub of opportunity and prosperity for all.
U of I System, Hebrew University launch fourth round of joint R&D teams

Feb 17, 2025 10:15 am

The University of Illinois System and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem recently awarded a total of $200,000 to four new interdisciplinary research teams that will drive innovations and advance collaboration between the universities. The projects are the fourth round of a joint research and innovation seed grant program that began in 2019.
U of I System, University Academic Alliance in Taiwan launch joint R&D teams

Feb 17, 2025 9:00 am

The University of Illinois System and the University Academic Alliance in Taiwan recently awarded $1.2 million in funding to eight new interdisciplinary research teams that will drive innovations and advance collaboration between the universities. Selected from 52 applications, these are the first awards from an institutional partnership launched in 2023.
Real Impact: Illini junior strides forward with transfer guarantee success

Feb 14, 2025 8:30 am

Community college offers a great start for many students like Chicago’s Lauren Angus who ultimately graduate from University of Illinois System universities.
Real Impact: ‘One of the most giving people’ earns Shin Award

Feb 3, 2025 8:00 am

University of Illinois Springfield’s Betsy Goulet will accept the Shin Humanitarian Award in early March at the quarterly University of Illinois System President’s Executive Leadership Program gathering.
Nominations for Shin Humanitarian Award due by April 11

Jan 28, 2025 8:00 am

Organizers encourage University of Illinois System alumni, faculty, staff and students to nominate the humanitarian game-changers they work with and learn from.
Trustees approve modest tuition increases for incoming freshmen

Jan 23, 2025 12:30 pm

The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois voted Thursday to increase the base tuition rate for Illinois-resident undergraduates enrolling in fall 2025 by 2.2% at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and University of Illinois Chicago and 2% at the University of Illinois Springfield.
Real Impact: UIC grad assures smooth next steps at City Colleges of Chicago

Jan 17, 2025 7:00 am

The U of I System is expanding its Transfer Guarantee, which secures admission for Illinois high school graduates transferring from any college or university in the nation who meet criteria.
New guaranteed transfer policy takes effect for Illinois high school graduates

Jan 15, 2025 8:00 am

“Our expanded transfer guarantee welcomes home the students who have chosen to begin their college education in another state but are looking to return to the Land of Lincoln,” University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen said.
New edition of Pocket Facts highlights key data across the system

Jan 6, 2025 1:00 pm

Pocket Facts features data-based highlights from the University of Illinois System’s universities, healthcare enterprise, and collaborative entities such as Illinois Innovation Network and Discovery Partners Institute — all essential to the state’s economic power.
VIDEO: Warm season's greetings to the whole U of I System community

Dec 6, 2024 11:00 am

Take a look at University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen's 2024 holiday video greeting which features many of the ways the system ensures brighter futures for generations to come.
U of I Board of Trustees honors retiring board Chairman Donald Edwards

Nov 14, 2024 1:45 pm

Today’s meeting of the University of Illinois Board of Trustees represented the final business session for Chairman Donald Edwards, who is retiring from the board after eight years of service — including the past six years as chairman.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chancellor Robert Jones to step down

Nov 13, 2024 11:45 am

Robert Jones plans to step down as University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign chancellor and vice president of the University of Illinois System at the end of the current academic year, bringing what will be nine years of successful leadership at the state’s flagship public university to a close.
Expanded Salute to Academic Achievement amplifies universities' access

Oct 25, 2024 8:00 am

Since 1984, the president of the University of Illinois System has hosted Salute to Academic Achievement to honor talented students from underrepresented communities and counties.
DPI expands vision to emphasize global leadership in the computing revolution

Oct 18, 2024 8:30 am

Under this expanded vision, DPI will maintain its downtown headquarters as DPI North while establishing DPI South at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, a quantum-focused facility established in partnership with globally recognized companies.
Real Impact: UI Health, community partners drive health, well-being outcomes

Oct 11, 2024 2:30 pm

UI Health’s 55th & Pulaski Health Collaborative is a shining example of how the University of Illinois System and its partners improve access to healthcare and close gaps in patient outcomes.
New annual report highlights people, accomplishments of U of I System

Sep 27, 2024 1:00 pm

The 2024 University of Illinois System Annual Report — called Elevating the Extraordinary — features an array of stories and statistics that show the breadth and depth of our mission. Explore how we partner close to home and around the world for the public good.
New agreement provides clearer path for Parkland College students’ transfer to U of I System universities

Sep 23, 2024 9:00 am

Students applying to Champaign’s Parkland College will have more resources in support of their potential transfer to the University of Illinois System’s universities under a data-sharing agreement between the two institutions.
U of I System trustees approve $8.3B budget that emphasizes academic excellence, student affordability

Sep 19, 2024 12:00 pm

The University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved an $8.3 billion operating budget for the current fiscal year, representing a 6.2% increase from FY 2024 and prioritizing student support, academic excellence and affordability. The increase comes amid another record year in student enrollment for the fall semester, with a systemwide total of 97,772 enrolled students at the universities in Urbana-Champaign, Chicago and Springfield.
Real Impact: Proviso East state tour stop changed future veterinarian’s next steps

Sep 18, 2024 8:00 am

Following a visit from University of Illinois System leaders, Proviso East High School students visited the University of Illinois Chicago. While exploring the campus, they soaked up information about applying, campus life, support services, and more.
International partnership fuels transportation equity, EV buy-in

Sep 16, 2024 9:00 am

Leading the way in addressing climate challenges, the U of I System ensures faculty and students experience international collaborations to help better society while also creating a globally focused workforce.
Sanskruthi Priya Guduri wins Falling Walls Lab Illinois

Sep 12, 2024 4:30 pm

Sanskruthi Priya Guduri, a third-year student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Carle Illinois College of Medicine, won the Falling Walls Lab Illinois competition sponsored by Caterpillar Inc., today to earn the title of Illinois Young Innovator of the Year. The Illinois Innovation Network, led by the University of Illinois System, celebrated the Falling Walls Lab Illinois winners at today’s IIN Council meeting, where it also installed new officers and named its new executive director.
U of I System sets another record in fall semester student enrollment

Sep 11, 2024 1:45 pm

A record 97,772 students enrolled across the University of Illinois System for the fall semester, reflecting continued demand for the quality education offered at the three system universities. Total enrollment for the universities located in Urbana-Champaign, Chicago and Springfield topped the previous record of 94,861 established in 2022 and increased last year’s enrollment by 3.2%.
2024 tour reinforces higher ed’s role in fueling statewide economic vitality

Sep 3, 2024 3:45 pm

Each year the University of Illinois System Leadership State Tour has led to new partnerships; provided valuable insight to high school administrators and students regarding student enrollment opportunities at system universities; and facilitated community discussions of solutions to critical issues.
Fall 2024 Welcome from President Killeen

Aug 27, 2024 10:45 am

By now all of you are well into one of my favorite rituals of every academic year – beginning! And with that beginning, our campuses open and fill with bright minds, big ideas, and grand hopes and dreams.
Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute to serve defense, other sectors

Aug 23, 2024 4:30 pm

The new Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute will serve as a catalyst for the defense and manufacturing sectors across the Midwest. The partnership among the University of Illinois System, Western Illinois University, and Iowa State University will focus on research and development, as well as workforce development, in advanced manufacturing and materials.
Quantum computing Q&A: Delving into boundless potential

Jul 24, 2024 5:00 pm

Computer scientists, engineers, mathematicians, physicists, and a host of other experts around the globe are exploring and pooling knowledge in the name of progress.
U of I System hosts Aug. 20-21 symposium on literacy, democracy

Jul 18, 2024 10:45 am

"Free People Read Freely" is a University of Illinois System-hosted symposium at the Krannert Center for Performing Arts in August that will feature speakers and panel discussions on topics including book banning, censorship, and the importance of reading to foster public dialogue, inclusion and engaged citizenship.
DARPA, Gov. Pritzker pledge funding for Quantum Proving Ground

Jul 17, 2024 12:00 pm

The new Quantum Proving Ground promises to combine scientific rigor with industry and academic expertise to design the future of quantum computing. DARPA and other federal agencies will provide federal funding, and Governor Pritzker and the State of Illinois pledged to coinvest up to $140 million in the project.
U of I System trustees name UIC college in honor of donors

Jul 11, 2024 10:15 am

The University of Illinois Chicago College of Pharmacy will become the Herbert M. and Carol H. Retzky College of Pharmacy to reflect the Retzkys’ financial support of the college.

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