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UIUC 2025-2026 Academic Calendar   created at May 26, 2025   7,383   The UIUC academic calendar typically starts in late August,with fall semester classes commencing around the third week of the month.Winter break generally begins in mid-December,after final exams for the fall semester,and lasts until the start of the sprin...

UIUC Immunization Compliance   created at Oct 20, 2025   170   I got an email from school that I need prompt action for vaccination.Actually,I satisfied all the requirements I needed to have.Fortunately,I saved all the evidence in PDF,and then I sent an email with the evidence,so eventually I do not need to take addit...

Reimbursement after Vaccination at McKinley Health Center   created at Oct 24, 2025   138   Getting reimbursed by your insurance company after receiving a vaccination at McKinley Health Center at UIUC involves a few key steps.McKinley typically provides you with the necessary documentation,but you will be responsible for submitting the claim to y...

Common Questions from UIUC school life in terms of CS Program   created at Oct 20, 2025   90   I'm a freshman at UIUC and haven't even been here for a year yet.However,I often consult and ask questions about various aspects of UIUC school life,referencing multiple sources.There's probably no single right answer.I'm trying to piece together answers f...

Common methods to improve coding skills   created at Oct 18, 2025   102   What I learned is that the most important ways to improve coding skills are language-independent.Focus on building a strong foundation in fundamental concepts,problem-solving skills,and general coding practices.The specific language you choose is secondary...

Challenge: One Code Problem Per Day   created at Oct 03, 2025   131   There's a CS program course where we have to solve one coding problem every day.This course is really exciting.When solving the problems,bugs can appear,and although it's rare,the problems themselves might be flawed,so we communicate our opinions openly an...

Thinking about the Public Dataset and Open API provided for the Authorized People   created at Sep 04, 2025   192   I was thirsty to access school information system like dining hall menu,and found interesting API at https: / / courses.illinois.edu which provides course schedule information and its detail.Of course,we don't need to use the API directly because we have ...

Abraham Lincoln Contributed to UIUC's Creation and its Mission   created at Sep 03, 2025   231   Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States,revered for leading the Union through the Civil War and abolishing slavery.The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) prominently features Abraham Lincoln because he played a pivotal ro...

Did you know that the person who voiced Humtrix Rumi in KPop Demon Hunters went to UIUC?   created at Sep 05, 2025   182   Did you happen to know that the person who voiced "Humtrix Rumi" in "KPop Demon Hunters" was a UIUC alum?.Rumi is the main character of K-Pop Demon Hunters.In the story,she is the leader and main vocalist of the world-renowned K-Pop group HUNTR / X.She is ...

Tech Visionaries who graduated at UIUC - You are the Next Turn   created at Sep 04, 2025   172   According to the Business Insider article,the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) has a strong history of producing tech visionaries who have significantly shaped the technology landscape.The article highlights several notable alumni who went...

Where to Eat with Your i-Card at UIUC and How to Track Your Dining Dollars   updated at Sep 04, 2025   340   Using Your i-Card:Classic Meals are used for buffet-style entries at the dining halls—typically one per meal period.Dining Dollars function like cash and can be used at both dining halls and retail spots.Illini Cash,while being phased out mid-2026,is stil...

OMG! Did you consume your meals already at UIUC? How do you change the meal plan?   updated at Sep 03, 2025   250   I think I'm really suited for school life.I've been eating so well that I heard my meal plan was completely used up by lunchtime today.So I started investigating what options were available for me. In UIUC,there are four different meal plans available for ...

Feeling weak? Transform yourself at the UIUC ARC!   updated at Sep 03, 2025   462   You haven't had time to take care of yourself because you've been studying?. The school has excellent facilities!.Let's transform ourselves now!! .An Activities & Recreation Center (ARC) is a multi-purpose facility typically found on college campuses or wi...

Checking Your Upcoming Assignment/Exam Schedule: Using the UIUC Canvas Dashboard for Assignment Management   updated at Sep 03, 2025   301   Canvas is the Learning Management System (LMS) used at UIUC.Think of it as a central online location where instructors manage their courses and where students access all the materials and tools they need to succeed.It's much more than just a place to submi...

UIUC Course Map for CS and Blended CS Degrees   updated at Sep 02, 2025   1,191   The UIUC Course Explorer stands out for its comprehensive and user-friendly interface,allowing students to easily search for courses by keyword,department,credit hours,instructor,and even Gen Ed requirements.This detailed filtering system helps students st...

What You Need to Prepare for Graduate University at UIUC   created at Sep 01, 2025   213   Preparing for graduate school is a multifaceted process that involves academic,practical,and sometimes emotional readiness.Academically:Strong Academic Record: A good GPA (Grade Point Average) is often a primary factor.Most programs look for a GPA of 3.0 o...

Did you know about the UIUC Course Numbering Policy? How to meet with 120 GPA hours?   created at Sep 01, 2025   164   There are no university-wide minimum number of hours specifically for 200-level or 300-level courses required for graduation at UIUC.The main requirement is the 120 GPA hours overall.The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) uses a fairly stand...

Public Transportation between Chicago O'Hare International Airport and UIUC (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)   created at Jul 30, 2025   6,949   If you're considering using a public transportation from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to UIUC (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign),or the other way around,you need know where to go and how long it takes. Thankfully,there is a public transpo...

How to Receive Mail and Packages in University Housing at UIUC   updated at Aug 27, 2025   7,206   UIUC provides the information for mail and packages at https: / / housing.illinois.edu below is my summary::Addressing: All packages MUST be addressed to the resident and their hall address.Same-Day / Food Delivery: Must include full name (first & last) a...

When you are too busy to have your breakfast/lunch/dinner, use Good2Go Carryout Program   created at Aug 27, 2025   458   Don't have time to eat in the dining hall? Grab a "Good2Go box" instead of dining in. How does the program work?It’s pretty simple,just follow the four steps below:Request the to-go container at the checker stand at any of the four dining halls,pay the on...

Why Outlook’s Redirection Option Is a Game-Changer   updated at Aug 27, 2025   324   Managing emails efficiently is one of the biggest challenges in today’s fast-paced digital world.Many of us use multiple accounts—work email,personal email,and sometimes even school or project-specific accounts.The problem? Important messages can get bur...

Why Every Freshman Needs the Illinois App at UIUC   created at Aug 24, 2025   168   The Illinois App is a one-stop tool that helps freshmen adjust to college life,navigate campus,stay safe,and manage academics and resources efficiently.Campus Life & Resources:Dining: Check dining hall menus,hours,and remaining meal / dining dollars.Bus Tr...

Annual Weather Forecasting in Illinois based on Month   created at Jul 31, 2025   6,755   Illinois experiences distinct seasonal weather patterns throughout the year.January and February are typically the coldest and driest months,with average high temperatures below freezing and snowfall common.Spring (March-May) brings a transition with risin...

My name has a typo in MyIllini - Need a Biographical change form   created at Jun 17, 2025   6,885   I found my first name at myIlini has a typo,so I sent an email to admissions@illinois.edu.Applicants can access the Biographical Change Form through myIllini.It allows students to submit changes or corrections to the biographical information submitted in t...

Free Transportation Systems for UIUC students, faculty, and staff with I-Card   created at Jul 31, 2025   6,783   I wanted to have some information regarding the public transportation available on the UIUC campus and learned that some of them are actually included in my tuition or fees - meaning I should take advantage of them.The I-Card makes that power.Here's a brea...

What you can do with I-Card at UIUC   created at Jul 31, 2025   6,752   Recently,I just learned what I can do with I-Card and how important it is in UIUC school life.Your I-Card at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is much more than just a photo ID! Here's a comprehensive list of things you can do with it: ...

Selecting a Bed Configuration before you move-in at UIUC Dormitory   updated at Jul 30, 2025   6,957   I wanted to set up a bed configuration before moving in and needed to investigate what to do. To resolve my curiosity,I asked following question:I hope you're doing well.While reviewing the Bed Configuration options,I noticed there are two choices: Bunked ...

Student Health Insurance Waiver: Major Deadlines You Can’t Miss   created at Jul 22, 2025   6,926   If you're already covered under your parents' medical insurance,you don't necessarily need to enroll in the insurance offered by the school.In this case,you can submit a Waiving Opting-Out Form at https: / / si.illinois.edu. For your reference,the relevan...

Sample Curriculum Comparison CS versus CS+GGIS at UIUC   created at May 31, 2025   6,842   The major difference between Computer Science (CS) and Computer Science + Geography & Geographic Information Science (CS+GGIS) at UIUC lies in breadth and specialization:Computer Science (CS): The CS program is a broader,more foundational computer science ...