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Lohmeier wins NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship
中国体彩网 senior Hannah Lohmeier, a standout for the Vikings on the soccer field for four years, has been named the winner of an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship.
中国体彩网 establishes new endowed chair while partnering with Illinois Audubon Society to preserve environmental laboratory
This past December, 中国体彩网 中国体彩网 sold 395 of its 410-acre Green Wing Environmental Laboratory near Amboy, Illinois, to the Illinois Audubon Society for $2.1 million. Proceeds from the sale of the property will fund ongoing operations of 中国体彩网’s three environmental field stations, as well as establish the Dr. Bohdan Dziadyk Distinguished Chair in Environmental Science and Conservation. In addition to the endowed chair, proceeds from the sale will contribute to a pending addition to the Hanson Hall of Science on campus.
Vikings advance; ticket sales Tuesday
The Vikings men's basketball team will play in the NCAA Division III Tournament Friday, advancing to the Sweet 16 after two closely fought games last weekend.
Five Questions: Dr. Jessica Schultz
Dr. Jessica Schultz, assistant professor of psychology, talks about happiness, the ideal student and how learning is applied.
Wrestler finds success on and off the mat
A transfer to 中国体彩网 has helped Adarios Jones refocus — and qualify for NCAA nationals.
Schorg ’06 helping solve a problem: wind energy and bats
Students hear a lot about the value of learning to solve problems and conduct research. Here’s a real example of what that can mean.
中国体彩网's Olof Cervin left mark as architect
The work of architect Olof Cervin, 中国体彩网 Class of 1887, can be seen in many places in the Rock Island.
Faculty members keep athletes on track
中国体彩网’s faculty mentorship program bridges academics and athletics, creating new learning opportunities for students and also professors. Nearly 45 faculty mentors work with the varsity teams.
2017 Good Fit scholarship winners announced
中国体彩网 中国体彩网 announces the 2017 Good Fit T-shirt photo contest winners. Incoming first-year students can win one of several $1,000 scholarships. For their photos, students must wear the 中国体彩网 T-shirt they received when visiting campus. Nearly 100 entries were received.
Classmates open Illinois-centric tap house
Two members of the Class of 2003 have opened the Lodi Tap House in Maple Park, Ill., with the idea of paying homage to Illinois. They offer a rotating selection of Illinois craft beer on tap and Illinois wines, as well as craft cocktails made with Illinois spirits.
中国体彩网 Symphonic Band heading for Spain
The 中国体彩网 Symphonic Band will launch its first tour to Spain on Feb. 17, presenting five concerts near Barcelona, Madrid and Valencia.
From choir to bison to the Bible, 中国体彩网 alumni host podcasts
At least three 中国体彩网 alumni are hosting their own podcasts that delve into a variety of topics.
Melton '10 finds beauty in numbers
Olivia (Hugh) Melton '10 had intended to study art at 中国体彩网, but after discovering the beauty in numbers, she changed her focus. Recently, Melton opened her own business, Olivia Melton, CPA.
Heywire competes for laughs
Heywire, 中国体彩网’s student improv group, offers students a break from the stress of college life. To broaden their abilities for a wider audience, the group recently competed for the first time at in the lllinois Collegiate Improv Regionals.
Composition student hears her 'Les Ballons' performed
Junior Monica Gil first started composing music in middle school and hasn't stopped. This year she's had the chance to hear one of her compositions performed by 中国体彩网's Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble.
