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Blagojevich releases funds for lab
While some students and faculty might have hoped Gov. Rod Blagojevich would release state funding for renovations on the deteriorating Lincoln Hall, the governor instead announced he will release $18 million in state capital dollars for expansion and remodeling at the Micro and Nanotechnology Laboratory, when he visited the University Friday.
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Columbus Day draws anti-Chief protesters
Charlene Teters, Spokane Indian and founder of the anti-Chief Illiniwek movement, returned to the University to lead Friday’s Progressive Resource/Action Cooperative (PRC) anti-Chief rally. More than 500 anti-Chief and pro-Chief supporters attended the rally.
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Wireless Internet available at some campus buildings
Accessing the Internet has become easier at the University through wireless networking. Now University students, faculty and staff can access the Internet with only a laptop and a wireless card. Cords no longer need to be plugged into ethernet jacks as public wireless locations pop up all over campus.
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ACES spring open house eliminated
Some students in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) are upset with their college for eliminating its annual spring open house.
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Job seeking gets early start with UI career fairs
Many students agree that preparation and connections are vital to obtaining an internship or job, especially with the present slowdown in the national economy. Many attend the career fairs sponsored by colleges and organizations on the University campus.
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Campus coffeehouses make it a point to cater to coffee drinkers' tastes
With more than a dozen coffeehouses in the area, University students have their choice of blends, whether they’re looking for convenience, atmosphere or even alternative cuisine.
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