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Local News
Friday, August 27, 2004
Corn festival comes to C-U
People in the Champaign-Urbana area can enjoy one last taste of summer this weekend at the 29th Annual Urbana Sweetcorn Festival.
Union Bowling alley receives facelift
At the end of last semester, it took more math skills than bowling talent to manually add up game scores at the outdated recreation area in the basement of the Illini Union.
Health Alliance helps members kick addictive, cancer-causing habit
Health Alliance Medical Plans' "I Can Quit" program has passed the test. After participating in the program for 12 months, 29 percent of the program's participants are still smoke-free.
Fall graduates slow to sign up for graduation
With a looming Sept. 8 deadline to sign up on Banner for fall graduation, Lacy Alford, an officer in the University's Office of Admissions and Records, is concerned about an unusually small number of declared fall graduates.
Seven research monkeys die
What was supposed to be a routine check for lab technicians at a University of California at Davis medical research facility turned tragic when they discovered that a heating system had malfunctioned in a room, killing seven research monkeys on Saturday.
Police blotter
Police blotter for August 27, 2004.
For the record
Correction for August 26, 2004.
Thursday, August 26, 2004
Chief affecting academics, report states
An evaluation team from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) criticized the University Board of Trustees (BOT) for its lack of progress in resolving the Chief Illiniwek controversy.
Students standing behind Keyes
Jack Ryan's departure from the Illinois U.S. Senate race has not deterred the College Republicans — who are now rallying behind former presidential candidate and conservative talk show host Alan Keyes.
Extra tuition money funds classroom repair
Desks won't fold open, chairs are wobbling loose, and classrooms and lecture halls are not being used to their full capacity.
Student's hobby brings some magic to campus
A self-described "dork," junior in LAS Nathan Rich said he is happy doing things out of the ordinary.
Students arrive with latest technological advancements
As students settle into their residence hall rooms, houses and apartments, some of the newest technology accompanies them.
Police blotter
Police blotter for August 26, 2004.
Wednesday, August 25, 2004
Garage sale goods overflow YMCA
Four semi trucks dropped off enough items to fill 12 households this week at the annual University YMCA Dump & Run garage sale.
Quad packed despite heat
The Quad was alive with energy and excitement Tuesday in celebration of Quad Day, the annual first week event.
Group boards bus for marriage
C-U at the Altar is more than just a clever play on words. This local gay-rights project is part of a nationwide movement to educate people about the ongoing debate over legal unions between same-sex couples.
Steps help students keep in shape
Eat too many cookies at lunch? Have three scoops of ice cream? Skipped going to the gym this week?
Council addresses drainage issues
The Champaign City Council Tuesday debated solutions to a drainage problem at the intersection of Daniel Street and Willis Avenue.
Pol.ice blotter
Police blotter for August 25, 2004.
Tuesday, August 24, 2004
New law tells tenants to fix-it-yourself
Champaign tenants may soon find it easier to get an irritating leaky faucet or broken window fixed, thanks to the passing of a new state law that will give them more control over repairs.
University tops one list on Princeton Review
The University is only on one top 20 list in this year's Princeton Review — which could actually be a good thing.
Web surfing at UI no longer bound by wires
A new Campus Information Technologies and Educational Services (CITES) service that started Monday will allow students at the University who have a wireless card...
Urbana council to vote on zoning, public works
The Urbana City Council moved to vote on new revisions to the Urbana Zoning Ordinances of the Mixed Office Residential (MOR) Zoning District at its next meeting.
Illegal downloading consequences
While file sharing on college campuses and the risks associated with it are well known phenomena that have recieved plenty of media attention over the years...
New Greek Council promotes minority houses
In the midst of the largest Greek system in the nation, 13 chapters remain unseen, unheard.
In efforts to appeal to incoming freshmen, the newly established United Greek Council will ...
Business brews charity through coffee company
Most people don't buy a cup of coffee with the intention of doing a good deed. But now, hundreds of thousands of people nationwide — including many University students — have the option
New building planned for business campus
As early as 2008, students could see a new building on the business campus just east of Wohlers Hall.
Exterior plans for the building were approved at the June 15 meeting of the Board of Trustees.
Pirates, kayaks, music featured at IMPE's 'Fresh Start'
A throng of freshmen gathered at the entrance of the Intramural Physical Education Building (IMPE), eagerly anticipating the night's festivities.
Freshmen celebrate first days on campus
John Seiler graduated from the University in 1954. Still, he and his wife Jane were among the last to leave the First Nite at Memorial Stadium Monday night.
Boutiques offer shopping alternatives
Green Street is no longer just a place to find restaurants, bars, bookstores and tattoo or piercing shops. From vintage clothing, high-end boutiques and somewhere in between...
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