LAS News

Read article:LAS researchers rank among the world's most influential
LAS researchers rank among the world's most influential
Professors noted for frequent peer citations of their work
Read article:LAS researchers rank among the world's most influential
Read article:New book examines the impact of colonialism on Puerto Rico
New book examines the impact of colonialism on Puerto Rico
Professor examines how government decisions exacerbated crises facing the island territory
Read article:New book examines the impact of colonialism on Puerto Rico
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LAS Insider blog

HEAR DIRECTLY FROM CURRENT STUDENTS & RECENT GRADS ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE IN THE COLLEGE OF LAS.

In the LAS Insider blog, students and alumni share their personal stories and insights throughout the academic year at the University of Illinois. Get an inside look at what it's like to be a student in the College of LAS.

LAS by the numbers

  • students icon99.6%of Illinois students take a class in LAS
  • major icons70majors offered within LAS
  • people icon18:1average student to faculty ratio in LAS classes
  • faculty icon33%of campus' tenure-track faculty members work in LAS
  • alumni icon180,000network of LAS alumni
  • admissions iconFull profileLearn more about the College of LAS.
Thank you!

Thank you for participating in the 2024 LAS Day of Giving

Your support will help LAS continue to influence virtually every Illinois undergraduate, empowering them to explore big questions and develop essential communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills, and enable our faculty to blaze trails in their scholarship and research. 

Your contribution will help #ElevateLAS to new heights!

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Visit the LAS Hub

The Paul M. Lisnek LAS Hub is a space for students to find the support and resources you'll need throughout your undergraduate experience. 

Read The Quadrangle

The Fall 2024 issue of The Quadrangle is available! From unique animal encounters to exploring with printing presses, check out the latest stories about LAS alumni, faculty, and students.

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