Esther Ngumbi
Esther Ngumbi: My path to Illinois
Ever since growing up on a farm in Kenya, entomology professor had a love for science
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Kaikaia gaga
Illinois researcher names new treehopper species after Lady Gaga
Brendan Morris sees parallels between flamboyant pop star and remarkably diverse insects
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Ned O'Gorman
Author makes case for politics to those who've lost faith
Ned O'Gorman argues that renewed civic engagement can lead to less divisive politics
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Voting booths
The power of the primaries
With primary elections in full swing, experts describe the shifting influence between political insiders and voters
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Graduate at commencement
Analysis: 89 percent of LAS graduates secure a first destination within six months of graduation
Study reveals bright career prospects for new alumni
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Exploring the workings of waterways
Geologists develop method to understand the little-known dynamics of riverbeds
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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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