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Recent News About University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
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Illinois: White students most represented ethnicity at Champaign County universities in 2022-23 school year
Enrollment data for the three universities in Champaign County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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College students in Champaign County received $13,868,086 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023
Champaign County's two universities paid $13,868,086 in athletically related financial aid in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Champaign County's basketball teams receive $20,480,406 in 2023
Champaign County's two colleges spent $20,480,406 on their basketball teams in 2023, an 11.4% increase over the previous year.
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From Prairie State Wire
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign listed among least affordable Illinois institutions for in-state students in 2023
College costs for in-state students at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, in Champaign, were $16,004 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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Youth compete in virtual fishing challenge across Illinois
Youth from across Illinois participated in the 4-H Hooks Us Together Virtual Fishing Channel Catfish Challenge in June. This event marked the conclusion of the spring contest, where young anglers showcased their fishing skills.
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Champaign County's universities spent no money on women's football teams in 2023
Women's football teams from Champaign County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.
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Champaign County's men's football teams receive $35,167,388 in 2023
Men's football teams from Champaign County received $35,167,388 during the 2023 season, up 21.1% from the previous year.
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Illinois teams excel at National Shooting Sports Championships
The National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships took place in Grand Island, Nebraska, from June 23 to June 28, 2024. Over 700 teenage participants from more than 40 states gathered for the event, which included disciplines such as shotgun, archery, rifle, and pistol in an Olympic-style competition. Illinois fielded two teams this year.
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2023: How much was spent on women’s basketball teams from Champaign County?
Women’s basketball teams from Champaign County received $6,159,404 during the 2023 season, up 21% from the previous year.
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2023 sees Champaign County investing $14,321,002 in men’s basketball teams
Men’s basketball teams from Champaign County received $14,321,002 during the 2023 season, up 7.7% from the previous year.
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Champaign County's universities spent $35,167,388 on football teams in 2023
Champaign County's two colleges spent $35,167,388 on their football teams in 2023, a 21.1% increase over the previous year.
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Youth master essential skills through livestock judging competition
Illinois 4-H members participated in the 2024 State Livestock Judging Contest at the University of Illinois campus on June 17. Instead of leading animals, these young members served as judges, evaluating cattle, hogs, and sheep based on breed characteristics, physical conformation and structure, and gain efficiency.
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Youth showcase culinary skills at first statewide Illinois 4-H Food Challenge
The Illinois 4-H Food Challenge held its inaugural statewide event on June 1, bringing together young chefs from across the state to demonstrate their culinary skills. This program aims to develop expertise in nutrition, healthy food preparation, food safety, communication, and teamwork through hands-on culinary experiences.
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Illinois youth participate in virtual fishing bass challenge
Youth from across Illinois participated in the statewide 4-H Hooks Us Together Virtual Fishing Bass Challenge in May, embracing the outdoors for a unique experience.
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Newsweek honors Monticello's 4-H Memorial Camp among top US summer camps
4-H Memorial Camp in Monticello, Illinois, has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Best Summer Camps for 2024. The camp received a full 5-star rating as it celebrates its 75th anniversary this summer. This recognition highlights the camp's longstanding commitment to providing transformative outdoor experiences for youth.
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1.9% of Champaign County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022
Champaign County universities had 1.9% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.
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Illinois teens engage with legislators at State Capitol through 4-H initiative
Nearly 40 Illinois 4-H teens recently showcased their leadership skills at the State Capitol, engaging with state legislators during the 4-H Legislative Connection events held on February 7 and 8, and May 16 and 17. The initiative provides young participants, aged 14-19, a chance to learn about the legislative process while promoting the Illinois 4-H program.
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Illinois' tree-planting initiative celebrates third year with nearly 3,000 trees planted
URBANA, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension 4-H specialist Curt Sinclair has proposed a straightforward solution to the intricate issues of carbon neutrality and nutrient runoff: plant trees. The 4-H Green Communities Tree Program, launched in 2021, aimed to augment Illinois' tree population, with a particular emphasis on oak savannas, crucial for the state’s ecological health.
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Youth participate in virtual fishing challenge hosted by Illinois 4-H
Youth from across Illinois recently participated in the statewide 4-H Hooks Us Together Virtual Fishing Crappie Challenge. While competition was the main focus, participants gained much more from the experience.
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Youth robotics competition focuses on future of AgTech
On May 4, 2024, the Interstate Center on the McLean County Fairgrounds in Bloomington, Illinois hosted the annual 4-H Robotics Competition. The event saw participation from 30 youth teams across the state, who showcased their understanding of robotics and interacted with others sharing similar interests.