I'm currently planning out my next few years and all I need to graduate is 18 more credit hours, I wanted to do them in math but I basically ran out of fun classes to take. Are the 500 level classes that bad? I was thinking of Abstract Algebra 1 and 2 (Math 500 and 501), Lie Groups and Lie Algebras 1 (Math 522), General Topology (Math 535), and Real Analysis (540). I attached my current plan (I know its somewhat unrealistic).

Defeated Mascot Log:

Day 2: Squirrel has been disqualified by u/Certain-Ad351 for not being unique enough.

Day 1: Noisy Cicada will no longer disturb u/PromotionOk2443's precious sleep cycle.

18 Mascots Enter the Arena. There Can Be Only One Survivor.

For decades, the University of Illinois has been cursed with many proposed mascots.

It's time to answer the question looming over our campus for nearly 20 years:

WHO SHALL REIGN SUPREME AS THE OFFICIAL ILLINOIS MASCOT?

I have scoured the dark corners of this subreddit to assemble the warriors who will partake in this ultimate battle of ultimate destiny. Think I missed someone or something to nominate? That's too damn bad cuz my graphic file corrupted and I'm not going to redo it.

⚔️ THE RULES OF THE ARENA ⚔️

1. UPVOTE TO ELIMINATE.

Comment your nomination for elimination. Upvote the mascot you want to send into the shadow realm, never to be considered our mascot ever again. The contestant with the MOST upvotes gets booted from contention.

2. ONE MASCOT FALLS EVERY DAY.

Every day (whenever I decide), the votes will be tallied, the weakest link will be eliminated. This continues until only ONE mascot remains standing.

3. THIS IS A SHITPOST.

No university involvement. No student referendum. No Board of Trustees approval. No actual consequences. Just Illini fans having fun with imaginary mascots. Save your soapbox about bringing back the Chief. This isn't serious.

4. THE FIGHTING ILLINI ARE FOREVER.

Nobody is changing our name. We are, and always will be, the Fighting Illini. We're just imagining some poor soul in a giant foam costume running around Memorial Stadium, high-fiving children, harassing opposing mascots, and making an ass of themselves for our entertainment.

THE ARENA IS OPEN. MAY THE LEAST HATED MASCOT WIN.

I-L-L!

I got my vote by mail ballot at my apt today, I am voting for my hometown in cook county. Does anyone know if I can put my ballot in the ballot mailbox at the Union or is that just for Champaign county ballots?

Hi! I’m hoping to apply to UIUC with around a 3.64 UW/4.21 W high school GPA, and I’m considering applying test-optional (28 ACT). I’m also planning to follow the pre-med track (public health major). Also, I'm coming from out of state.

Has anyone gotten in with similar stats? If so, what do you think helped your application stand out?

Did anyone else think this exam was 10x more difficult than the first exam? Both professors and the syllabus even mentions that the exams “will be similar to what you all have already seen during class with iClickers,” I did not feel like that was the case. Does anyone have tips on how to study, how many hours of outside work they have put in for this class? Thanks!

2008 Toyota Sienna Van for Sale $1,500 As Is

• Single owner

• 227,450 miles

• No accidents, clear title

• New tires

• Check engine light is on. Diagnosed with a cylinder 4 misfire; needs repair.

Selling as is for $1,500. Message if interested!

Hey yall,

I dropped my chem 103 course early in the sem and missed the bookstore return window, so I'm selling a completely brand new, unopened set of chemistry gear. Everything is still sealed in its original packaging from the Illini Union Bookstore.

• Standard White Lab Coat / Gown (large): $25 (Retails for ~$30)

• Bolle Chemistry Goggles: $15 (Retails for ~$23)

If you take both items, I’ll let it go for $35 total!

Can meet up anywhere on campus (Union, Main Quad, or Ike) for the hand-off. I accept both venmo and zelle.

DM me if interested!

lots of posts exist for admissions & admissions related stuff for spring 2027. wanted to post here so all info can be in one place. would be cool to know the major u applied for and when u applied.

thx

Does the mail get delivered like once a week or something. I have an important mail, USPS informed delivery uploaded its picture on Tuesday and said it is expected to arrive that day. But I haven't found anything in my mailbox these couple of days.

im a first year student and i am aware that matpat came here last year. i am seething in jealousy, why did he come. what event was it for. will there somehow ever be a cooler person than matpat to come???

Are there places in the area like clubs or whatever playing alt stuff like underscores, charli, pinkpantheress, etc. I'm extremely introverted and didn't care for the parties nor house shows i've been to, but i could catch a vibe if there's underscores blasting

out of curiosity due to a conversation i had with my mom, has anyone had a perfect apartment experience at uiuc?? no issues at all, everything perfect?

For anyone who has done the course recently, just wanted to know how hard it is and how much work per week do you have to put in (approximately). Does it get harder later in the semester?

I am just curious how the quizes, average grade etc are strucured. How do students study for them etc?

sunrise watch spots*

Hi, I'm thinking of signing a 4b4 (type D4) at Octave for next year, but I noticed the unit faces inward toward the courtyard. Has anyone lived in this specific floor plan or another interior facing unit here? How is the natural light during the day, and does courtyard noise get pretty loud? Overall, would you recommend signing it, or should I look for other layouts (D2??) instead? Thanks!

Im a transfer and know that the drop deadline is October 16 without a W on transcript which is tomorrow, but is it tmrw at 11:59 PM or today when the clock strikes 12 and it’s October 16th? Asked my advisor and she hasn’t replied. Thank you!

Latin night at the cowboy monkey today , Bachata , Salsa , Cumbia ,Merengue and more , no cover charge , just come to dance.

I need an oil change and need my tire aligned. I got new tires before last weekend at Costco in Buffalo Grove and they tell me I need to get them aligned.

What place for oil change and tire alignment is recommend?

What place has best price and nice value?

my hair has gotten way too long and i need to get it cut, do you guys have any suggestions on where I should go so they don't mess me up? I have 3B to 3C hair

Should I submit my 1400 SAT 730 maths and 670 English for mechanical engineering? I’m international

The center is little dense and I mixed the dough poorly in a few places, but a valiant first effort.

Much love to u/feeltheknead for the inspiration. Truly a great PhD student hobby.

Hey guys, I just got admitted as a spring transfer yesterday night for IS+DS major! I was thinking about potentially doubling in a gies major I was wondering how realistic that would be since I know it is a competitive college. I'm wondering about the same thing with statistics! Any insights would be greatly appreciated!!

I am a current umich student who is consdiering coming to uiuc for cs + econ. One of the reasons is cheaper tution, more friends and everyone has a horrible expierence of cs classes at umich. If you can please share your expierence and if you regretted it?

Looking for something to do for dads weekend? Bring your family to the Spurlock Museum! Tickets include dinner, dessert, museum entry, and access to our silent auction, featuring items from the Chicago Cubs, White Sox, and Bears.

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