The sesquicentennial issue contains stories about the University’s early years, the origin of its school colors, class rivalries among its students, and the impact of President Edmund James (1904-20). The
Pairing vibrant storytelling with archival photographs, audio clips, and videos, these 30-to-60-minute presentations make the University’s history come to life! Talks are available to alumni, campus, and
The Richmond Family Welcome Gallery at Alice Campbell Alumni Center is a showcase for the heritage and global impact of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, made possible through the
Featuring a vast collection of maps, 3-D imagery, and archival material, Mapping History at the University of Illinois is an interactive, online platform that utilizes 21st century technology to capture
Across the Illinois campus, bronze historical markers commemorate some of the University’s world-changing achievements, discoveries, and creations. This web page created by the Office of Public Affairs provides the text
In 2011, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences launched the ambitious “Lincoln Hall Project,” an initiative to celebrate a major renovation of Lincoln Hall by celebrating the history of
First published in 1895 as a junior class project, the Illio yearbook has served as not only a keepsake item for graduating seniors, but also a valuable document of student
Currently links to this website – https://archives.library.illinois.edu/blog/history-of-the-university-name/ Ryan to add content.
With the exception of 1918, when it was cancelled due to the United States’ involvement in World War I, Homecoming has been held continuously since its inception in 1910. Although
Crafted by the renowned sculptor and alumnus Lorado Taft ‘1879 and unveiled on Alumni Day, June 11, 1929, it depicts, in Taft’s own words, “a benign and majestic woman in
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