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Education

Students walk across the lawn between the Illini Union in the fall of 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Education
1 year ago
Despite victories, major higher education policy bills stall in General Assembly

Funding overhaul, community college baccalaureates not brought up for votes

Charles Isbell U of I
Education
1 year ago
Isbell officially named UIUC provost, U of I vice president

Transition period starting July 16, takes over August 1

Emancipation Proclamation
History
1 year ago
ALPLM to celebrate Juneteenth by displaying Emancipation Proclamation

Theatrical event, free day also scheduled

paper chain shutterstock
Education
1 year ago
Using paper, scissors, and staples to learn about engineering

All it takes is paper, scissors, and tape

Dozens of Illinois schools have mascots that feature Native American imagery or names. A bill that would have banned them stalled in the Senate. From left to right, top to bottom: Logos for the Stockton Blackhawks, Calumet Indians, Altamont Indians, Bremen Braves, Deer Creek Chiefs, Mt. Zion Braves, Annawan Braves, Marengo Indians. (Capitol News Illinois illustration)
IL State News
1 year ago
Mascot ban stalls as Native-backed land conservation bill advances

Legislative session ends with no final action on school mascot bill

Charles Isbell U of I
Education
1 year ago
New UIUC chancellor selected

Charles Isbell, Jr. to also be U of I Vice President

Local
1 year ago
Free breakfast and lunch for all Springfield kids through District 186

These meals follow the same diet regulations as they do during the school year

Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Romeoville, speaks on the House floor on Saturday, May 31, the final day of session. Avelar’s bill regarding non-FDA approved drugs passed the House this week. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
1 year ago
Shield law, university admissions, foster placement bills clear General Assembly

End of legislative session sees flurry of bills approved

Education
1 year ago
Short night for Dist. 186 School Board

Not a great deal to report from the Springfield School Board meeting Monday night.

Education
1 year ago
Sales tax on services? Gov Pritzker says no

Also pushes community college bill

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