LAS Insider blog for prospective students
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.
Undergrad research
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LAS graduate Abby Knipp writes about her amazing journey at Illinois, one that ultimately led her to a career in marine biology.
Academics
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This semester, I’m in a few classes that I never thought I could take as a student: a class on Grimm’s fairy tales, a class about horror films (and yes, we watch a horror film every week!), and a class about Harry Potter!
Academics
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Not merely content with attending history courses as a student, Jason Smith, a sophomore in history, helped design a brand-new history course. As a member of the Undergraduate Studies Committee, Jason played a crucial role in developing HIST 199.
Campus life
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LAS senior Divij Ranjan's experiences with the Illini Statistics Club and the 2020 Illini Datathon prepare him for a successful future.
Illini success
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LAS student Shelby Job discovered her skills and interests at Research Park
Academics
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LAS student Angie Orzel has learned valuable leadership lessons as part of her experience in the James Scholar program
Undergrad research
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Bridget Mueller-Brennan is doing what she loves because of her experiences at Illinois.
AdviceCampus life
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With an affinity for writing and a passion for politics, Brendan McGovern searched for opportunities that would fulfill his interests and help him develop professionally.
Undergrad research
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One way LAS junior Megan Choi is preparing for a bright future is by researching ants.
Undergrad research
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LAS junior AJ Ingram has benefited in a number of ways from his undergraduate research experiences at Illinois.
Campus life
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Before attending Illinois, the museum world was closed to me, but due to the extensive resources and professionals on campus, many doors now have opened. Illinois is where I developed my passion and has become a space where I feel comfortable sharing and expanding my narrative.
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