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An arm tattoo based on patterns on an historic robe
Paris research trip reconnects Native American tribes with historic painted robes
History professor traveled to a museum with members of the Miami and Peoria Nations
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Kristin Hoganson
Illinois history professor awarded NEH Fellowship
Kristin Hoganson will study an historic building boom in the Caribbean area
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Christina Kamis
Physical neglect as damaging to children’s social development as abuse
Professor maps multiple dimensions of negative effects
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The Harris family
A new degree of pride
Sixty years after leaving campus, Alan Harris receives his bachelor's degree
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A worker removes one of the Altgeld bells
A temporary farewell to the Altgeld bells
Building renovation will create a more stable perch for the iconic music makers
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New Center for Advanced Study professors
Four LAS faculty members appointed to Center for Advanced Study
Recognition is one of the highest campus honors for professors
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Eric McDuffie and the cover of his new book
Illinois historian: Midwest played a crucial role in Black freedom movements worldwide
Erik McDuffie's new book explores Garveyism in the U.S. heartland
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Emily Van Duyn
How can we peacefully talk politics with people who have differing views?
Communication professor discusses boundaries, exit phrases, and correcting others respectfully
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Former President Barack Obama looks at May Berenbaum as a woman in a military uniform holds the National Medal of Science
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