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Arrest warrant issued for suspect linked to shooting “Yesterday, after consultation with the Champaign County State’s Attorney’s office, an arrest warrant was issued for Robbie Patton, a male from Champaign, on the offense of first-degree murder and aggravated battery with a firearm,” said Lt. Dave Shaffer with the Champaign Police Department. Champaign County State’s Attorney Julia Rietz said that the minimum sentence would SEE SUSPECT | 3A be 45 years, and the maxi-
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CPD is searching for primary suspect Robbie Patton, 18, of Champaign.
Victims of Sunday’s shooting
The Champaign Police Department released the name of the primary suspect in the Sunday morning shooting that resulted in multiple victims and the death of George Korchev. A press conference was held at the department headquarters on University Avenue on Wednesday morning to provide updates.
George Korchev, 22-yearold male of Mundelein, was shot in his back and left chest area. He was pronounced dead at 1:02 a.m. at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. Erik Lasaine, 22-year-old of Champaign and graduate student, was shot in his back. He was discharged from the
hospital Sunday. The bullet remains lodged in his back because doctors said the surgery would be more damaging to remove it. Robbie Shepard, 22-yearold of Champaign and research assistant at UI, was shot in the arm. He was discharged from the hospital. Shepard went to Mundelein High School with Korchev and was hanging out with Lasaine
and Korchev when the shooting broke out. A 20-year-old male of Champaign was shot in the arm. He was discharged from the hospital. He is not affiliated with the University or Korchev’s group walking by. A 19-year-old female of Round Lake was struck by a vehicle while running away from gunfire. She has been discharged from the hospital.
Safe spaces trigger free speech debate on college campuses BY GILLIAN DUNLOP CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The phrases “safe spaces” and “trigger warnings recently became a highly debated topic in academia. The Dean of Students at the University of Chicago, Jay Ellison, sent the incoming class of 2020 a letter stating that the university “does not support socalled ‘trigger warnings’” and that they “do not condone the creation of intellectual ‘safe spaces.’” Although undefined in the letter, trigger warnings are generally thought of as a statement alerting an audience that the following information might be distressing. Safe spaces are typically thought of as a space where groups of people can meet without feeling uncomfortable, unwelcome or unsafe due to their sex, race, religion or any other affiliation. To Gioconda Guerra Pérez, director of La Casa Cultural Latina, a safe space is not necessarily a place where the conversation is one-sided, but rather a place where students feel comfortable expressing many different opinions. “The word ‘safe’ has become, for some people, a way to protect or to enclose a group of people,” she said. “But to me that is not what safe means. Safe means, ‘I feel comfortable,’ ‘I feel like I belong,’ ‘I feel safe,’ in terms of physical and mental and emotional health.” Much of the debate surrounding safe spaces is due to the potential restriction of free speech that they present. A traditional public forum is a place where the government cannot limit speech, such as a park or the Main Quad. A limited public forum, however, is a space the government opens up but only for specific speakers or subjects. A public university is allowed under the constitution to have a limited public forum, but they cannot engage in viewpoint discrimination. This means that the University cannot provide a space to a group it may favor and not allow a group it disfavors access to same space. The Main Quad is a traditional public forum, so it cannot become a safe space unless there is viewpoint neutrality. What often happens is controversial issues end up being viewpoint-based, which then limits free speech in a traditional public forum and becomes a direct violation of the First Amendment. Daniel Johnson, member of Men of Impact and sophomore in Media, echoed Guerra Pérez’s sentiments. “(The University) does a good job of trying to include everyone, but safe spaces are essential,” he said. In Ellison’s letter, he argues that safe spaces make it so “individuals can retreat from ideas and perspectives at odds with their own,” thereby inhibiting academic growth. Not all faculty members at the University of Chicago, as well as other universities agreed, including Guerra Pérez. “I don’t think a student is not going to get what they need academically if they decide
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Students light candles to show support for the victims of the tragic Sunday shooting during the vigil on Tuesday. George Korchev was killed and three others were injured. The Illinois Student Senate held the event at Anniversary Plaza.
Vigil strives to honor George Korchev, unite UI community BY MADELEINE HUBBARD CONTRIBUTING WRITER
A crowd of over 250 students lit candles and observed a moment of silence for George Korchev and the other victims of the Sunday shooting on Green Street. Some students bowed their heads; others tearfully looked to the sky. Erik Lasaine spoke in memory of his longtime friend. Korchev, who was friends with Lasaine since middle school, was in town visiting Lasaine last weekend. Lasaine was also shot Sunday morning as he was walking back to his apartment with Korchev. “His high-pitched laugh, his comical demeanor and his overall positive vibe were only some of his best qualities,” Lasaine said of Korchev. The candlelight vigil held on the Main Quad Tuesday night was organized by the Illinois Student Senate as an act of solidarity. Student Trustee Collin Schumock gave a eulogy for George
Korchev, who was an innocent bystander caught in the cross-fi re. “George was described as skilled, empathetic and selfless,” Schumock said. “George is a man that we should all admire and strive to be more like.” Korchev was planning on starting his career as a registered nurse on Sept. 27. Ultimately, Korchev was working to become a hospice nurse; he wanted to help people near the end of their lives. “The best we can do in these incidents is share anything we know with the police, support one another and seek out University resources if we need them,” Vice Chancellor Renee Romano said. After Romano addressed the students, Rabbi Shlomo Schachter and Rabbi Dovid Tiechtel spoke. Korchev and several of those who were shot belong to the Jewish community. Schachter encouraged students in the midst of the dark time.
Rabbi Tiechtel, focusing on hope, led the students in humming the tune of “Amazing Grace.” “One of the ways that we can hold all of our feelings of pain, of sadness, of fear and grief and of hope and of love is to join together and open the doors of our hearts,” Tiechtel said. “And one of the great ways we can do that is by singing together.” Ron Lewis, student body president, concluded the evening. “The moments, the times, the scenes, the victims — they will now always forever be etched in our heads,” Lewis said. He said the vigil was just the beginning of unity for the University. “It could have been you. It could have been me,” he said. “It could have been anyone on this campus that was affected or was injured.” “It’s pretty impressive how the Illinois community, being such a tight knit community, comes togeth-
er when something like this happens … I was literally quite moved,” University Police Department Chief Jeff Christensen said. The shooting was caused by a fight that broke out in an apartment on Green Street. “If you see a fight going on, just try and calm it down. Just try and be there for people,” Lasaine said, reflecting on the night of the shooting. “My general outlook is positive. Because I’m optimistic, I can get through this and continue on with my life and always keep George in my memories,” Lasaine said. Romano and others encouraged students to seek help if they need it. The University Counseling Center can be reached at 217-3333704. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to call Champaign County Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS where they will remain anonymous.
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University students are less social than in the 1970s — at least that’s what it seems like to one former student, Lex Tate. Now as a journalism professor, her students come to class early and sit quietly on their phone instead of talking to one another. “People (are) sitting around and not having these long conversations into the night. I think has been replaced by a lot of people pouring out their hearts onto a screen,” Tate said. But Tate is not alone. According to a Journal of Media Education study, students used about one fifth of class time on their devices, doing things completely unrelated to school work. The study also said that students go on their devices at an average of 11.43 times
during class. However some students do take the old-fashioned route. Despite being a staff member at Technology Services, Jackson Turner prefers paper and pen to a phone or laptop when taking notes. “When you’re on a laptop you try to catch too many words,” Tate said. “You act like a stenographer in a courtroom as opposed to somebody who’s alert and paying attention and then thinking in a very brisk way, ‘What did you hear?’ and then writing that down.” Although technology has increased distractions and brought a transformation in the social atmosphere, it has also influenced the structure of the standard class setting. Professor Karle Laska teaches multiple Statistics classes with a total of up to 1,100 students, so grading all homework assignments
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In the early 1980s, Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi was a political prisoner in Tehran. Thirty years later, the activist is releasing a semi-autobiographical novel based on his time in prison and as a leftist student activist in the 1970s during the Iranian Revolution. Published in September 2016, “Remembering Akbar: Inside the Iranian Revolution” tells the story of a group of prisoners who share a cell in Evin prison. Unlike other prison literature, Ghamari’s book does not follow a tragic narrative. Instead, he highlights the nuances that people don’t always see looking
from the outside. He said he hopes readers will see that in the face of death, there is not an absence of life. “There is a lot of hilarity in the middle of this horror; there is a lot of friendship and bonding that happens in the midst of all this torture,” Ghamari said. He didn’t initially intend to share his stories with the public. Instead, they began as a form of meditation. “They were something I wrote pretty much for myself and for people I knew. Every year, I wrote short stories on New Year’s Eve — that was my ritual,” Ghamari said. He was skeptical of sharing his stories with the public because he
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University releases annual ‘Year in Review’ BY LILLY MASHAYEK STAFF WRITER
The University of Illinois Police Department released its annual “A Year in Review” report in August 2016, providing a comprehensive look at the depart-
ment and its performance. As part of the review, UIPD compares rates of crime at the University with other schools similar in size and community. Pat Wade, UIPD spokesperson, said the University tends to fall
right in the middle of the group for most crimes. Out of the 21 schools that were included in the survey, the University tied with Rutgers University for the highest number of aggravated assault.
However, according to the report, the University “continues to see yearto-year reductions in that area.” Wade said the department’s long-term goal is to constantly work to decrease the amount of crime that
occurs on campus. The department also added a new Special Victims Unit, which currently includes two detectives and one sergeant who have been extensively trained in investigating sexual assault
Out of 15 times UIPD posted on social media asking for help solving a case, six were solved.
cases. The Special Victims Unit had been put together gradually over the past few years, Wade said, but was made official in the last six to eight months.
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SUSPECT mum being 85 years. Shaffer said that based on what they have right now in the investigation, they believe Patton is “armed and dangerous” and still in Champaign County. “As of right now, we’re actively searching for him,” Shaffer said. “He is the sole focus of the investigation in regards to the shooting.” In a related fight that took place before the shooting, someone was knocked unconscious. Shaffer said they cannot confirm if Patton fired in retaliation, though they believe the incidents are related. “We do believe the fight has played a role in leading to the gunfire,” Shaffer said. That victim was transported to the hospital that night and has been medically discharged. They are in cooperation with CPD. Shaffer said they are looking for those responsible for this assault as well. CPD determined that a party was taking place in an apartment on 306 E. Green St. that resulted in an altercation that moved to a parking lot outside of the building. Shaffer said this resulted in multiple fights and “more serious altercations” in the lot. A surveillance video was shown from the parking lot of Evergreen Tobacco that helped CPD determine a minimum of 100 people were on the scene of the initial fights. A group of females
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were involved in the original altercation. “What we would ask to the people watching this,” Shaffer said. “If you are in this video, we would like to speak to you.” Patton was put on parole Sept. 9 after being sentenced to eight years in prison for his involvement in a December 2015 shooting at the Steak and Shake in the 2100 block of North Prospect Avenue. No one was injured in the shooting and Patton and his partner Antonio Wright were both arrested 10 days after the incident. After initial rejection from boot camp as a substitution, Patton was sentenced to serve 85 percent of his term for six and a half years. After serving 8 1/2 months of the eight-year prison sentence, Circuit Judge Tom Difanis and the Department of Corrections recommended Patton for boot camp in April. Patton had pleaded guilty to the weapons charge in the shooting at the Steak and Shake. “Based on partially past record ... and the fact that it was a shooting in the parking lot of a Steak and Shake in 5:30 p.m. in the afternoon, in a very public street in a very public space. We objected to bootcamp as that was not part of the initial agreement,” Rietz said. University of Illinois Police Chief Jeff Christensen said that counseling resources began mobilizing right after the shooting, and that they are continuing to work with students who need a helping hand in dealing assignments. But, Grace Ikenberry, a freshman in the DGS, said in an email that she dislikes the often “random times” her assignments are due. “Many times my assignments are due online at midnight the day before my class,” Ikenberry said. “This means I have less time to work on the assignment than
with this problem. “It’s important that we support each other, help each other heal, make it loud and clear that we do not tolerate this type of violence in our community,” Christensen said. “This was very evident in last night’s studentled vigil.” Reports of a second wave of gunfire were received at 1:08 a.m. the same night. The two incidents were originally thought to be related, but Champaign police spokeswoman LaEisha Meaderds said that they are skeptical. “Initially, due to the proximity and timing of the State Street shooting, we could not rule out the possibility that the two shootings may be related,” Meaderds said. “However, as the Green Street investigation progressed, we have found no credible information at this time to confirm the incidents are related.” In the State Street incident, a 25-year-old woman suffered a gunshot wound to the leg and was later discharged from the hospital. CPD says that there is no video surveillance of that incident and that they have received little to no cooperation in the investigation. CPD is asking anyone with information on either shooting to contact the investigation division by phone at 217351-4545 or email at police@ champaignil.gov.
Jessica Bursztynsky, Vivienne Henning, Lilly Mashayek and Aaron Navarro contributed to this article. if I had to turn in a paper copy during my class.” However, she acknowledges online homework can be more efficient at the University. She does not have to worry about fi nding a printer and forgetting physical documents. Tate notes her experience in the 1970s is completely different because of subse-
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SAFE SPACES not to attend a speaker, because they disagree with some of that speaker’s opinions that they bring to campus,” she said. “As an institution, we have a responsibility to educate the students, but we also have responsibility to make the students feel welcome and like they belong.” Professor Ben Holden had another opinion on the controversy. “The fight to not have people say words that hurt your feelings, I believe, is a fight that you ought not be using,” quent advances, especially with the class scheduling system. In a big organization like the University, she said technology makes things much more efficient. “You’d have big binders full of information and you’d have lots of pieces of paper and you would have students’ names put on these logs,” she said. “And then
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he said. “If a man is a fool, let him speak out so that everyone will know. Building a shield around discussion only helps the people who are on the wrong side of the issue.” Trigger warnings, on the other hand, do not necessarily impact the constitution if they are voluntarily given, Holden said. “The issue with trigger warnings is not giving them, it’s requiring them,” he said. “If (trigger warnings) were required and subject matter-based, this is probably a violation of the First Amendment.” Myla Cook, a member of the executive board for the
African Cultural Association and Illini Media Company employee, said she believes professors should be required to give trigger warnings and be held responsible for their actions if they do not. “It’s a courtesy, because some people are uncomfortable seeing certain things and hearing certain things they shouldn’t be forced to,” Cook said. “Be respectful.” Johnson agreed that professors as a whole should give them as well. “We came here to learn, not to feel uncomfortable,” he said.
they’d be erased if they moved you into a different section of the same class — I mean, you’d talk about a nightmare.” Although change has occurred in classrooms and numerous other places around the University, Tate does not see it as completely negative. “Learning is not technol-
ogy-dependent. Learning is putting things in your brain; it’s not putting things in your fi ngers to put on a screen,” Tate said. “There’s a process of learning that continues and technology makes it available, but the basic principle of learning is not substantially changed.”
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here has been a long circulating stereotype that “typical girls” act a certain way. They love their iced coffees, zumba classes, inspirational Pinterest boards, their choker necklaces, they gush over Lululemon leggings and go crazy over “The Bachelor.” They shorten already very short words into smaller, even shorter words (see: cray, insta, HU-ed, ily). The phrase some would choose to call these girls is “basic bitch.” Sadly, that phrase is thrown around like confetti at a parade, and I am sick of it. I used to poke fun at myself and others with lighthearted references to those two words; calling someone “basic” is the chicest of all put-downs. But it is just that: a putdown. And I have failed to consider the seriousness that these words can hold. They take things women enjoy and turn them into qualities that diminish their standings as unique individuals. What’s more, terms like “basic bitch” fuel the stereotype that white females (among other demographics) are nothing more than vapid, self-centered consumers in a society that puts us on a lower shelf than our male counterparts. Take for example, the way the word “bitch” alone is perceived in society. It is a term often used in the
workplace to negatively describe assertive or driven women, while their male counterparts are assigned words like “leader” and “confident.” And although there are girls trying to transform this word from an insult to a compliment, (Bitch Media attempted to reclaim the word by putting it in the name of their publication) it is still a largely sexist term that is used out of rudeness and aggression. Even though some use this word endearingly, we must realize that many people are not using it in this way.
Women are extraordinary, not basic. And we shouldn’t settle for being called a “basic bitch” simply because many of us enjoy similar things. Adding basic to the word bitch makes women feel like their likes and dislikes relegate them to a certain stereotype or make them any less of an individual. Why should we have to explain ourselves for doing the things we like and living the way we want to live? Especially now, as fall is upon us, this term becomes more prevalent. But despite what the media is telling women, it is possible to love apple picking and pumpkin spice lattes and UGG boots and still remain distinct,
multi-faceted human beings. In fact, I’m drinking a grande skim pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks as I write this now. But what I need is for you to not judge me for this fact — just realize it’s a damn good drink. In spite of all the healing, movement and progress women have experienced, we’re still falling into a game of deciding which women matter and which don’t simply based on topical observations, aesthetic choices and even beverage selections. It is time to take control of this conversation and quit letting society define us. Women are extraordinary, not basic. And we shouldn’t settle for being called a “basic bitch” simply because many of us enjoy similar things. Continuing to use this term is literally creating and celebrating a new demeaning name for women, and perpetuating girl-on-girl bullying. Can we be done with this now? And this girl-on-girl judgement and bullying allows boys to think it is okay to use these words to define woman, but it isn’t. You like the taste of pumpkin, and that doesn’t say anything about you; it says something about our society continuously choosing to objectify, stereotype and disempower woman. Denounce “basic bitch-ness” and enjoy your drinks on me today girls!
Leah is a sophomore in Media and Art and Design. lpearlm2@dailyillini.com
he random nature of so many shootings, including the senseless violence that resulted in the death of 22-year-old George Korchev on Sunday, should serve as a reminder of the fragile expectation upon which our society relies: Guns are readily available for nearly anyone, and our lives depend in part on when and where gun owners decide to pull the trigger. “The only reason this happened is people are too stupid and weak to handle their conflicts without firearms,” said Robbie Shepard, a friend of Korchev and recently graduated University student who was shot in his right arm during the incident. The prevailing takeaway from students who have closely followed updates on the shooting has been one of hopeless resignation: It could have been any of us. Shooting suspect Robbie Patton was just over two weeks removed from being given parole for a shooting incident in December 2015, which resulted in an eight-year prison sentence. Within just those two weeks, Patton somehow procured another firearm illegally, which he eventually used for the shooting. It ultimately doesn’t matter whether the gun was originally acquired through legal or illegal means — it was easy to find and easy to use. That’s the price our society pays for stubbornly staying true to the outdated Second Amendment. At this point, we’ve seen that neither statistics nor logic will persuade gun users to forfeit their weapons. When 20 children and six faculty members were murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012 and no significant changes were made, the near future of the
country was effectively sealed. That incident spawned an oft-repeated phrase: If the senseless murder of children doesn’t lead to gun control, then nothing will. Three more people were injured in a school shooting in South Carolina on Wednesday. The shooter also shot and killed his father beforehand. The cycle will not stop on its own. But there is hope, and it lies within the minds and hearts of the millennials who will eventually take over America’s legislative system. These incidents of careless gun violence, however big or small they may be, will continue to spin an ever-growing web of gun control activists. To the NRA and other weapon enthusiasts, the shooting in Champaign hardly represents a blip on the radar. They don’t care. They have never cared and in every conceivable future, they will continue to not care. The death of one and the effects on dozens more means little to them. Students must move on at some point as well. Living in fear of a shooting is no way to live, particularly after an isolated, rare incident like Sunday’s shooting. But remember the sheer terror of the moment you heard about the five bullets that rang through the air in the center of our campus lives that morning. Remember how it felt to frantically confirm your best friend’s safety or tell your parents that it wasn’t you, not this time. Remember those feelings when Election Day comes in November and remember them years from now when you have even more power to make a real change in the world. Remember all of the horrifying stories and images from that night, and then remember this: It all started with a single gun.
Obama delivers UN-bearable speech at United Nations HAYLEY NAGELBERG Columnist
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resident Obama took the world stage at the United Nations on Sept. 20 for his last time as the President of the United States. Despite my qualms over the upcoming election, I would not miss Obama’s U.N. address. At one point in his speech, Obama said, “Time and again human beings have believed they finally arrived at a period of enlightenment only to repeat, then, cycles of conflict and suffering. Perhaps that's our fate.” For a man who got his start on the national stage chanting “hope and change,” this line suggests a dramatic change of face. To say in front of the whole world that it's possible global fate is one of cyclical pain is an enormous proclamation. More than that, it's one
that does nothing to move the world forward, rather it could easily aggravate all the millions of individuals working to end cycles of suffering. Obama also managed to cause some of the world’s leading diplomats to laugh out loud as he bashed his own colleagues in Washington. He said, “I've noticed as President that at times, both America's adversaries and some of our allies believe that all problems were either caused by Washington or could be solved by Washington — and perhaps too many in Washington believe that as well.” His speech was sharply critical of intense nationalism and populism. His speech was also critical of America’s and other democratic nations’ failure to actually practice democracy. He tried to play devil’s advocate and critique all sides of conflict, yet in doing so he didn’t offer concrete positions or steps that
could be taken to advance change. He tried to cement his legacy, but failed to say anything proving his legacy’s worth. Topics that in the past have received so much of Obama’s attention were largely ignored this year. And these are not minute topics; they are massive international debates such as peace agreements, global climate change and nuclear weaponry. The charismatic and witty Obama who captivated the millennial audience eight years ago is gone. Perhaps I am too harsh a judge. No president before has handled the smartphone era, where world news lies in the palms of such a vast majority of the world’s population. No president has had to deal with the frenzied rate of communication thanks to the social media explosion. No president has ever had to handle the entire world knowing his thoughts and feelings
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President Barack Obama speaks during the 71st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Columnist Hayley Nagelberg argues that Obama did not make the most of the opportunity. almost instantaneously. No president has had to handle his family’s personal lives documented to the same extent as President Obama has. Without a doubt, there
are serious world issues to be addressed, and there are failures to be recognized. But given the opportunity to address the entire international community on a world
stage, President Obama’s speech was not what was needed.
Hayley is a sophomore in ACES. nagelbe2@dailyillini.com
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Budget cuts negatively affect students’ academic lives lion of the all-University wide $60 million budget to allocate toward the list of projects. This does not account for other renovations the University is in need of which may fail to be resolved. The College of Veterinary Medicine for one is in need of funding for several projects, including updates to the hospital MRI unit and roof reparations. Labs and learning spaces campus wide are in need of updates, but due to the decreased budget numerous requests like these are at risk. Campus-wide projects are affecting more than just the physical campus. With the sizable amount of requests from varying departments across campus and the substantial decrease in funds, students are often not receiving the resources they need to achieve academic success. “University-wide, we have been dealing with reductions in appropriations but have been effective in quality in education and research,” said Tom Hardy, executive director for University Relations. Nevertheless, the University aims to retain its quality education despite the budget reductions. This may come as a relief to students who believe their college will not receive proper funding to continue classes vital to their education. Hardy has not heard any reports of academic cuts, and said the University has built up reserves in order to sustain its successful academic path despite the lack of state finances. Financial aid is another concern because of the reductions. Allegations
BY MARY KATE KILEY CONTRIBUTING WRITER
When Grace Leung, senior in LAS, found out her required class was canceled due to low enrollment, she figured she could just take it during the spring semester. After speaking with her advisor, however, she learned that the class might be canceled indefinitely due to budget cuts. Repair and renovations, student financial aid and academics all may be affected due to the significant decrease in state funding this year. For some students, cut classes might make it harder for them to fulfill certain course requirements for their majors. According to the University provost, over a five-year span, the state has made more than $113 million in financial reductions. This number only accounts for the University of Illinois campuses. The budget is under a process of review, and is expected to take 18 to 24 months to complete. “Each department is given an allocation of funds, and they are then in charge of planning how to survive on those funds,” said Robin Kaler, University spokeswoman. The University has sent requests to the state for projects to be funded, while many remain only partially funded. Some of the projects on campus that have been made priority include renovations to the Art and Design Building, Altgeld Hall, the Illini Union, the Main Library and the Natural History Building. The University is expected to receive near $33 mil-
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Students take advantage of the study area in the Illini Union. Due to budget cuts, some required courses may be canceled. have been made that student tuition will increase, though no significant increase has taken place so far. Tim Killeen, University President, has voted for a tuition freeze for this academic year. The University has made the financial needs of students take precedence, especially because academic costs per year grow an estimated 5.6 percent regardless. “I rely heavily on loans because I do not have scholarships or grants,” said
Devonna Thompson, senior in LAS. As Killeen’s decision for this year stands firm, tuition raises for the coming academic years will not be determined until the board of trustees votes in January. Tuition changes are a real threat to some students as college expenses seem to exponentially grow. “I don’t have any scholarships and my tuition is paid mostly on loans,” said Morgan Smith, sophomore in Engineering.
Smith explained that attending the University would not be possible for her if her parents were expected to pay more out of pocket. The ultimate goal is to have as little change as possible regarding financial aid to those who are truly in need. If necessary, the University will compensate for financial aid through the use of institutional funds and self supporting funds in order to ensure students receive proper aid. Despite budget cut issues,
the University is working with students to ease the struggle of fulfilling required courses. “It was initially going to be a problem for me getting the minor — which I had already almost completed except for this class — in time for my graduation next May,” Leung said. “However, the adviser managed to find a similar course in linguistics and they decided to let me take that class as a replacement.”
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LIFE & CULTURE Natural History Building becomes part of the 21st century
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The National History Building is located on 1301 W. Green St. in Urbana. The building was closed in 2014 for renovations and is expected to reopen in 2017. BY EMMA PALATNIK CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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he Natural History BUilding was originally supposed to open this semester but unforseen issues have delayed opening for a year. “When they took off the wood floors above it and stripped it right down to the concrete you could jump up and down on the floors and they bounced,” said Stephen Marshak, a geology professor and director of the School of Earth, Society and Environment. In 2010, an inspection of the building found that the floors in the 1908 addition were non-load bearing. As a result, the departments housed there had to move to the safe part of the building until a decision could be
made. Marshak said the delays were due to surprises that “couldn’t be seen until the walls were taken down.” They found walls that were non-supporting and had termite damage and concrete degassing moisture. The Natural History Building is on the National Register of Historic Places, which meant that knocking it down was not an option. Given its poor condition, it was decided to renovate the entire building as opposed to just the floors. The building was completely closed in 2014. Marshak said that they gutted nearly the entire building. Support columns, floors, walls and some historic spots were left untouched. 68,000 square feet of floors
were redone. “Right now when you go in the building, if you’d been there before the renovation, you wouldn’t recognize the place. It has a different floor plan, different spaces — it’s vastly different than it was before,” said Marshak. “In effect, it’s going be a 21stcentury building inside a 19th-century shell. When you look at it from the outside it’s unchanged; when you look at it from the inside it’ll be completely modern.” Marshak said the new building will house two schools. The School of Earth, Society and Environment will have all three departments for graduate students, faculty and laboratories located in the building. The School of Integrated Biology will have all of its under-
graduate classes held there as well. The estimated cost for the renovation is $70 million. The bulk of the funding comes from the University; however, the goal for the School of Earth, Society and Environment and the School of Integrated Biology is to raise $7 million to help pay for the cost. “To date we have raised close to $1 million,” said Jean Driscoll, senior director of development. “This is being funded by alumni and donors who are interested in the project. In fact, as I look through the list of people who have donated, it’s alumni who graduated with degrees in either geology, geography and geographic information science or atmospheric sciences.”
Driscoll said they attract donors through naming opportunities. There are donors naming the student microscopy lab, the remote sensing laboratory, department head offices, faculty offices and graduate student offices. “It’s the first time in its history that it has had these type of naming opportunities. We are hopeful that our alumni and friends will help invest in the future of modern higher education by naming a space within the Natural History Building,” said Sean Williams, assistant director of development. Driscoll said when donors give $2,500 or more, they gain naming rights. They also have the option to pay the donation in full or pledge a commitment for up to five
years. This renovation does not simply benefit the School of Earth, Society and Environment and the School of Integrated Biology. It gives value to the University as a whole. “We’re really working hard, and you can see that in a lot of facilities around campus that have been constructed or renovated to compete with our peer institutions, to make this a very much modern, 21st-century teaching facility,” Williams said. Williams said that prior to its close, a large number of students had at least one class in the building. Marshak said that once it reopens, thousands of students will pass through the halls each week.
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University Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2016-2017 season BY TIM GILMORE CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Every fall, thousands of Illinois fans flood through the gates of Memorial Stadium to cheer on the Illinois football team. But this Friday, a different tradition will be celebrated. While the University of Illinois Symphony Orchestra doesn’t share the same publicity as the major varsity sports, the theatre program or the Marching Illini, it has always been a part of campus culture. “We’ve been here since the beginning, since the founding of the University,” said Donald Schleicher, conductor of the orchestra and professor in the School of Music. The orchestra’s first con-
cert of the semester is 7:30 p.m. on Friday at Foellinger Great Hall at Krannert. General admission tickets are $10 or $4 for students. “I would hope that the University students at large would see this orchestra as belonging to them just like (any other) team,” Schleicher said. Schleicher said the orchestra is comparable to a football team — the conductor like the head coach and the concertmaster like the quarterback, with both working vigorously to lead and unite the team. “It’s a lot of pressure,” said Erika Zelada, concertmaster of the orchestra. Zelada received her master’s degree in music from the University in the
spring of 2015 and is currently working toward an artist diploma in violin performance. She said there have been times as concertmaster when she was “very afraid,” but she has advised other musicians to “go for the music, enjoy and do your best.” They will be opening the performance with Beethoven’s “Overture to ‘Egmont,’” followed by Bruch’s “Scottish Fantasy,” and for the finale, Schleicher will be leading another classic: Shostakovich’s “Symphony No. 12.” “It’s standard repertoire for the symphony orchestra, although in the Shostakovich realm, it’s not as standard,” Schleicher said. “The 12th is not as com-
monly played (as his others), but I think it is equally fantastic.” Schleicher and Zelada doubted a favorite would arise if they were to poll the audience after the concert. “The Shostakovich is probably the most dramatic piece, but then the ‘Scottish Fantasy’ is so musical and melodic,” Zelada said. “It shows so much virtuosity in the violin playing that it attracts you.” Schleicher predicted it will be an incredible performance. “We just hope people from the school will come because we love what we do, and we want to share that with them,” Zelada said.
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SPORTS Outmatched in three sets
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Illinois volleyball lost to Nebraska in three sets Wednesday on IlliNOISE night at Huff Hall. The crowd set a new record, 112 decibels, exceeding last year’s level by 5 decibels. FOOTBALL
Turner leads Illini, makes name for himself BY COLE HENKE STAFF WRITER
In Illinois’ win over Nebraska last year, former Illinois wide receiver Geronimo Allison may have made the most memorable catch of the season, but a different receiver made a name for himself on an earlier play in the same drive. The team moved the ball 72 yards in six plays and 41 seconds to get that touchdown. A majority of those 72 yards were gained in one play — a 50-yard heave to wide receiver Malik Turner. “I don’t remember too much about it,” Turner, now a junior, said. “It was pretty much just run like hell.” With playmaker Allison now graduated, that role falls to Turner. Through his first two seasons with the Illini, Turner had four touchdown receptions. Through the first
three games of this season, he has three touchdowns. He has been Lunt’s top target, leading the receiving corp in both receptions (15) and yards (223), and he also has the longest catch of the season when he scored a 68-yard touchdown in the first game against Murray State. This is the first time in his career at Illinois that Turner has been the guy in the spotlight. He arrived at the same time as fellow wide receiver Mike Dudek, who set records for freshman receptions and receiving yards and was a First-Team Freshman All-American. In Turner's sophomore year, he played behind Allison and wide receiver Desmond Cain. But he didn't get the spot just because he was the next guy up. With Lovie Smith taking over as head coach, Turner had to prove him-
self. According to Smith, he did just that. “He’s been a good player since I’ve been here," Smith said. "He can catch the ball. He has good size, and he has big play ability. He knows how to get the ball in the end zone, and we need that. We got to score more points. It’s as simple as that.” Turner is seen as a leader for the Illini on the field by his teammates. He said it is not a role he naturally inhabits, and instead chooses to lead by example. He hopes others continue to follow his lead. Wide receiver Justin Hardee said Turner’s focus on the field helps himself stay locked in. The relationship works both ways; Hardee is a senior and one of the oldest guys on the team, and isn't shy about giving advice to the younger Turner.
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“Every day that we are on the field, he sees something that I don’t see, and he tells me,” Turner said. “When he tells me that, I understand. I don’t get an attitude because he knows what’s up, and if I tell him, he knows the same. We both
see it differently, and we learn from each other.” Hardee spent all of last season on the sidelines with an injured foot. He said Turner’s play this season comes as no shock to him. “Malik is a problem," Hardee said. "I work with
him every day in the offseason, and this doesn’t surprise me one bit,” Hardee said. “I expect him to (make another big play) again this year.”
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Illinois hopes to repeat win against undefeated Nebraska BY JOEY FIGUEROA STAFF WRITER
Much has changed within the Illinois football program since last year. One of the few instances of continuity involves its Week Five opponent — No. 15 Nebraska. Nearly a year removed from the Illini’s 14-13 comeback win over the Cornhuskers — a win known for an outstanding Wes Lunt to Geronimo Allison touchdown — the two teams are set to face off again. The Cornhuskers enter the matchup undefeated and with the luxury of hosting at their own Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska. While Week Two’s loss to North Carolina marked Illinois’ first sellout crowd in five years, Saturdays in Lincoln revolve around football. The Cornhuskers have played in front of an FBSrecord 350 consecutive sellout crowds, with a capacity of about 90,000 fans every week. The Illinois coaching staff hopes the intensity of the atmosphere serves as motivation for the Illini. “It’s just one of those atmospheres that college football’s all about,” offensive coordinator Garrick McGee said. “These are the types of environments that you talk about playing in. When you're in the front yard, you dream about playing in front of a packed house, everybody
against you." Illinois is in a unique situation; many players have more experience at opposing Big Ten stadiums than the coaching staff. Senior captain Joe Spencer was there for the Illini’s 45-14 loss at Nebraska two seasons ago. “It’s a tough atmosphere,” Spencer said. “We’ve just got to go in there and control what we can control. You can’t control the sound, you can’t control who’s there, but we’ll just keep it within ourselves. It'll be a great opportunity for us to come together offensively and as a team.” Aside from a rabid fanbase, Illinois’ biggest challenge on Saturday could come in the form of Nebraska quarterback Tommy Armstrong. The fourth-year playcaller hasn't fared particularly well against Illinois throughout his career. In last season’s matchup, Armstrong went 10-for-31 with one interception. The Texas native seems to have put it all together in his senior season. He has eight total touchdowns and 281 yards on the ground through four games, which is over half of the 400 yards he had last year. Head coach Lovie Smith seems impressed with Armstrong and even called him the best running quarterback the Illini will face this season. “He really can beat you,” Smith said. “Last week they
were about as balanced running and passing the ball as you can get, and a lot of it has to do with their quarterback. He's one of the better players in our conference, and you can see why.” Illinois’ defensive line remains near the top of the NCAA in terms of sacks and tackles for loss per game and will face one of its toughest challenges thus far Saturday. Armstrong’s dual threat capability reminded defensive coordinator Hardy Nickerson of his days in the NFL when he was tasked with chasing down slippery passers like Michael Vick. “He presents lots of problems, especially in the passing game where you're playing coverage and then you have to worry about him slipping through the rush and getting down the field and making plays,” Nickerson said. Last season’s one-point win over Nebraska was a highlight to an otherwise forgettable season. The Illini hope to find themselves in the position to recreate some of the same magic again this year. “It was a battle last year, a war,” Spencer said. “That one came down to the end. If we put ourselves in the position to win it in the fourth quarter, which is a goal, we’ll go from there.”
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Chunky Clements drags down Nebraska quarterback Tommy Armstrong Jr. in the 2015 game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium.
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Wide receiver Geronimo Allison is embraced by teammates after catching the game-winning touchdown pass with under 10 seconds left in the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium last year. His catch was the highlight of Illinois’ 2015 season.
Big win for Illinois football comes with a small margin of defeat CHARLOTTE CARROLL Sports Editor
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ormer Illinois wide receiver Geronimo Allison was kneeling in the end zone, head lifted toward the darkening sky and arms outstretched with the football clutched in his right hand. His teammates ran to him, hugged him while he was still in the moment, lifted him off his knees and then all ran to the sidelines. He looked like the “Christ the Redeemer” statue. An Illini savior and a glimpse of hope in the bleak and confusing year that was the 2015 season: It’s the most iconic image of on the field performances from that season. With that catch, Illinois and former head coach Bill Cubit obtained a standout win that many predicted would be the beginning for a impossible season.
If the Illini could beat the Cornhuskers for the first time since 1924, maybe Illinois could beat Iowa on the road the following game. Maybe the Illini could get the six wins and earn a bowl berth in a season flanked by uncertainty. Maybe the catch could even save Cubit’s job Allison’s touchdown put all those thoughts into the minds of lllini fans. It didn’t match the road win against Ohio State in 2007, but it was a small victory. Illinois lost the following three games, not winning until over a month later at Purdue. The team finished the season with a loss to “the team up north” at Soldier Field on the morning Cubit learned he kept his job. Months later, he was fired. This year, the hope is gone and defeat has basically been admitted by fans before the game against Nebraska has even started. While head coach Lovie Smith and his players
were optimistic at Monday’s press conference, the loss seems inevitable. No. 15 Nebraska is undefeated. Winning at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, is hard. Winning after two consecutive losses is even harder for Illinois. The week off likely helped clear players’ minds, and came at an optimum start before the grind of Big Ten play. A win won’t happen, but Illinois just needs to stick with Nebraska and not let the loss get away from them early or late. That sounds counterintuitive, but a victory in Lincoln won’t be the “W” on the stats sheet. And while they might remain competitive, I doubt there will be an angel in the end zone for the Illini this time around.
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Talking football with an old friend from the other side KEVIN MCCARTHY Assistant on-air sports editor
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have someone for you all to meet. Together, we used to anchor our high school’s daily television news broadcast, watch every Blackhawks’ hockey game and duke it out in the “shinee” (mini-hockey) arena. Now, we talk about sports on the radio. So, without further ado, let me introduce you to the host of “In the Huddle” for KRNU 90.3 in Lincoln, Nebraska. His name is Jack Housenga, and he’s alright. Kevin McCarthy: Hey Jack. My memory is failing me. What happened when the Huskers and Illini got together last year? Jack Housenga: A backshoulder throw to Geronimo Allison on the 1-yard line is what happened! And I’ve tried to completely erase that Saturday from my brain, but you’re not helping, friend. KM: Let’s talk about your quarterback, Tommy Armstrong. Here’s my question: Is his last name indicative of his ability to throw a football? JH: He has done a really nice job throwing the football, but I think it actually may be more appropriate to call him Legstrong this year.
Tommy has really taken it on himself to use his legs a lot more this season, and that run game has continued to bear fruit for this offense. Offensive coordinator Danny Langsdorf has done a really nice job of being creative with Tommy, allowing him to do a lot of different things, and I think that’s been a huge key to his success. KM: Who should Illini fans look out for in the air attack? JH: Well it seems like everywhere you look on this Nebraska offense, they have a playmaker there. Jordan Westerkamp has been rock solid at the receiver position for years now. But wideout Alonzo Moore has really stepped up his game this season — he’s proven to be a serious deep threat because of his speed. And then you can’t forget about guys like Stanley Morgan Jr., Brandon Reilly and De’Mornay Pierson-El. Just because there are so many wrinkles to this passing attack, plus with Armstrong playing at the top of his game, Illini fans may have cause for concern. KM: Let’s talk X’s and O’s with this offense. What can we expect to see from Mike Riley’s team? JH: Since this staff arrived, it’s been all about balance. And that’s really been the theme for this year’s group, too. Let’s remember, Nebraska returned its quar-
terback, its best running back and its top six pass catchers from a year ago. As a result of all that, there needs to be balance. There are so many different guys that this staff needs to find a way to get the football. It’s been a struggle at times, but I think they’re starting to figure it out. KM: In your free time — between husking corn, whatever that means — what do you people in Nebraska do? JH: Well you took half my answer, because husking corn and playing football are about the only two things to do. All jokes aside, Lincoln is a great city! Why haven’t you visited us yet? KM: My Schwinn has been in the shop. I’ve had no way to get there. Let’s talk about this KAROLINA MARCZEWSKI THE DAILY ILLINI Nebraska defense. They’ve Illinois’ Josh Ferguson gets tackled during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on done a great job of taking the Oct. 3, 2015. football away. How have they done it? will admit that I miss Faux and the Illinois offense, to beat the best to do it, but JH: It’s all about confi- Pelini. but this Nebraska defense, they definitely have enough dence. It sounds cliche, but KM: Don’t we all. Fill in at least right now, is noth- talent there. it’s true. This group couldn’t the blank. Lovie Smith is ing I’m dying to write home Closing thoughts seem to fully grasp Mark blank. And Illinois football about. But I do think TomThe Illini have — more Banker’s system last year. is blank. my Armstrong and company or less than, but likely less But now, they’re lining up in JH: Lovie Smith is ... our put together a nice ballgame than — a snowball’s chance the right spots and running quarterback. Illinois football and cruise to an easy victory. in hell at winning this footthe defense how it was meant is ... the poop emoji. How about you? ball game. to be run. Talent was never KM: Spot on. And finally, KM: 31-10, Huskers. These To quote our head footan issue with this group. It a score prediction for Satur- Illini are ... how you say ... ball coach, “It’s as simple as was just the confidence they day’s game? bad. Before I let you go, can that.” had in running the system. JH: I’m going to go with the Huskers win the Big Ten KM: Do you miss Bo 38-17. I have a feeling you’ll West? And, in a single sen- Kevin is a junior in Media. Pelini? say 17 is a little high given tence, why or why not? komccar2@dailyillini.com JH: Nah, not Bo. But I the struggles of Wes Lunt JH: They can. They’ll need @KevOMcCarthy
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The senior defensive lineman has been an anchor on the defensive line all season. In his two previous seasons at Auburn before transferring to Illinois this season he racked up seven tackles for loss. This season alone, President has made 5 tackles for losses — on pace to set a new career high. With his five TFL’s, he sits third in the Big Ten in that statistic, and is also ninth in the Big Ten in sacks with 2.5. Nebraska possesses a strong passing attack featuring quarterback Tommy Armstrong and a very good receiving corps. If the Illini wish to keep the Cornhusker offense in check, President will have to get strong penetration and keep pressure on Armstrong all game. If he and the Illini can keep Armstrong on his toes, Illinois will be in a good position to contend in this game.
DEFENSE
QB Wes Lunt 12 DE Dawuane Smoot 91 RB Ke’Shawn Vaughn 5 DT Chunky Clements 11 FB Nathan Echard 39 DT Rob Bain 16 WR Justin Hardee 19 DE Carroll Phillips 6 WR Malik Turner 11 WLB James Crawford TE Tyler White 87 5 MLB Hardy LT Austin Schmidt 57 Nickerson10 LG Gabe Megginson 72 SLB Tre Watson 33 C Joe Spencer 71 CB Jaylen Dunlap 1 RG Nick Allegretti 53 FS Taylor Barton 3 RT Christian DiLauro 67 SS Julian Hylton 30 CB Darius Mosely 24
SPECIAL TEAMS:
K Chase McLaughlin 43 P Ryan Frain 13 LS Michael Martin 56
KO Ryan Frain 13 KR Caleb Day 7 PR Darius Mosely 24
ILLINOIS LEADERS Passing Wes Lunt 61-98, 665 yards, 6 TDs, 1 INT Rushing Ke’Shawn Vaughn 40 carries, 217 yards, 2 TDs
Receiving Malik Turner 15 catches, 223 yards, 3 TDs Ainslie Johnson 5 catches, 85 yards, 1 TD Justin Hardee 7 catches, 84 yards
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The dual-threat quarterback has positioned himself into Heisman talks through four games this season. Armstrong may have a difficult time achieving this honor because of Lamar Jackson’s dominance at Louisville, but the senior quarterback has thrown for eight touchdowns and rushed for four. He is Nebraska’s all-time leader in passing touchdowns (61) and is sixth all-time in quarterback rushing yards (1,588). The Illini did not have much trouble against the last dual-threat quarterback they faced; Murray State quarterback was limited to 163 yards threw the air with two interceptions and ran for -12 yards. However, Armstrong has a stronger offensive line than Humphries and may give the Illini more trouble because of his athleticism in the open field and above average throwing arm.
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Eye on the enemy: Nebraska Receivers The Nebraska receivers have certainly been a strong point on the team thus far. Alonzo Moore and Jordan Westerkamp are two of the most dangerous threats, combining for 473 yards and six touchdowns. Quarterback Tommy Armstrong has also fared well, throwing for 931 yards and eight touchdowns. The Illini secondary has been shaky at times, and if they do not keep Westerkamp and Moore in check they could fi nd themselves in deep trouble.
Eye on the Illini: Hardy Nickerson
Nickerson has been a formidable presence for the Illini defense this season. He leads the team and Big Ten in tackles per game (9.7) and has registered three tackles for a loss and one sack. The Huskers will have to be on the lookout for Nickerson’s speed and ability to tackle opponents in the open field. Nickerson will need to step up if the Illini wish to hold Armstrong in check. If he has an effective game, the Illini will do well.
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History
The Illini have not fared well in their past clashes with the Cornhuskers. Overall they are 3-9-1 and are 1-7 while playing at Nebraska. Last year Illinois won on a Geronimo Allison touchdown with 10 seconds remaining for their fi rst win against Nebraska since 1924.
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If the Illini can pull out a win on Saturday, this will be their fi rst time beating Nebraska in back to back years since 1923 and 1924. Last year’s win against the Cornhuskers was Illinois’ fi rst since their 1924 victory.
Sept. 3 VS. Fresno State - W, 43-10. Sept. 10 VS.Wyoming - W, 52-17. Sept. 17 VS. Oregon - W, 35-32 Sept. 24 VS. Northwestern - W, 24-13 Oct. 1 VS. Illinois - 2:30 p.m.
DEFENSE
QB Tommy Armstrong 4 LE Ross Dzuris 88 RB Devin Ozigbo 22 DT Mick Stolenberg 44 WR Brandon Reilly 87 NT Kevin Maurice 55 WR Jordan Westerkamp 1 RE Freedom Akinmoladun 91 WR Alonzo Moore 82 WLB Dedrick YOung 5 TE Cethan Carter MLB Josh Banderas 52 LT Nick Gates 68 LB Marcus Newby 3 85 77 LG Sam Hahn 73 CB Joshua Kalu 10 C Dylan Utter 66 FS Kieron Williams 26 RG Tanner Farmer 63 SS Nathan Gerry 25 RT David Knevel 77 CB Chris Jones 8
LS Jordan Ober 54 KR Tre Bryant PR De’Mornay Pierson-El 15 PR Darius Phillips 4
NEBRASKA LEADERS Passing: Tommy Armstrong 60-for-106, 931 yards, 8 TDs Rushing: Devine Ozigbo 66 rushes, 283 yards, 2 TDs
Oct. 15 AT Indiana - 2:30 P.M. Oct. 22 VS. Purdue - TBA Oct. 29 AT Wisconsin - 6:00 P.M. Nov. 5 AT Ohio State - 7 P.M. Nov. 12 VS. Minnesota - 6:30 P.M.
Receiving: Alonzo Moore 12 catches, 310 yards, 3 TDs Jordan Westerkamp 9 catches, 163 yards 4 TDs Cethan Carter 9 catches,99 yards, 1 TD
Nov. 19 VS. Maryland - TBA Nov. 25 AT Iowa - TBA
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Crossing enemy lines with The Daily Nebraskan Editor’s Note: Every week The Daily Illini football staff will chat with a sports reporter from the opposing team. This week, our staff talked with The Daily Nebraskan's senior sports editor, Brett D. Nierengarten .
The Daily Illini: Is there a grudge still lingering from last year's game?
Brett D. Nierengarten: I wouldn't say there
is a grudge specifi cally from the Illinois game, but there's a grudge about the way all of last season went. The entire team has been on a mission this season to prove that 2015 was a fluke. At Nebraska, it's unacceptable to lose to Northwestern, Purdue and Illinois, especially not all in the same season.
DI: Who on Illinois are you scared of the most? BDN: I think with Illinois everything starts with Wes Lunt, but the player who can hurt Nebraska the most is Ke'Shawn Vaughn. Last season, Nebraska was susceptible to big plays, but the Huskers have done a good job limiting them this year. A guy like Vaughn can break one at anytime, and if he breaks one early to take the wind out of the Nebraska crowd, it might be Illinois' best chance of winning. DI: Is the 4-0 start for Nebraska the real deal or a fluke? BDN: Nebraska's 4-0 start is no fluke. This team looks stronger, faster and much more confident than they did a season ago, but much of their success has been based on turnover margin. Last season, Tommy Armstrong threw
16 interceptions, and this season he's thrown one through four games. Last season, Nebraska had 10 interceptions in 13 games. This season, the Huskers have nine already. Winning the turnover margin has helped, but this still looks like a much better football team than last season's.
DI: Do you see Tommy Armstrong being an NFL QB? BDN: Right now, no. Tommy Armstrong has a big-time arm and a lot of athletic ability, but he still isn't the best decision maker and makes a lot of bad throws. I think Tommy Armstrong will fi nd a place in the NFL, though. He's proven this year that he's just a good football player. I know it sounds cliche, but that's who he is, he's tough, has a will to win and is a downright gamer. DI: What kinds of defenses does Armstrong struggle against the most? BDN: Last season, Armstrong struggled with defenses who got a lot of pressure. That's when he's at his worst, with pressure in his face, he often throws the ball up for grabs. It showed last year against Miami, Iowa and Michigan State. All three of those teams were in his face throughout the game, and he threw nine picks in those three games. DI: What type of buzz around campus has been created from being in the AP top 15? BDN: There's a lot of buzz around campus, and really the entire state. People are starting to real-
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Illinois’ Eric Finney tackles Nebraska’s Jordan Westerkamp during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Oct 3, 2015. ly come around on Mike Riley, but I think a lot of people aren't excited just based on ranking, a lot of it has to do with how the team has played. Fans know that this is a much better football team than a year ago. Also, a lot of the hype has to do with the upcoming schedule. Fans see Illinois, Indiana and Purdue coming up, and everyone believes there's a real chance Nebraska enters Madison 7-0 to play Wisconsin.
DI: A few huskers kneeled during the anthem Saturday — how vocal have the players and coaches been on these issues? BDN: The coaches and players have been incredibly supportive of the cause. Michael Rose-Ivey, who lead the protest, asked Mike Riley and the athletic department for permission to do so. Rose-Ivey has since issued a statement about why he kneeled during the anthem, and I personally think he laid out his reasons very elo-
quently. Rose-Ivey has remained active on Twitter about issues since the protest, and he has the full support of the athletic department, and even has a meeting set up with Nebraska's Governor Pete Ricketts, who called the protest "disgraceful."
DI: What needs to go right for Illinois to pull off an upset? BDN: For Illinois to pull off an upset, it needs to contain Tommy Armstrong in the quarterback
run game. The Huskers have proved they're committed to running Armstrong, which they've done effectively. Armstrong's legs have opened a lot in the passing game as well. On offense, Illinois needs to score fi rst and take an early lead. We haven't seen a lot of Armstrong when he needs to throw a bunch early in games, which is when he can make a lot of his mistakes.
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New season brings new leadership to team BY STEPHEN COHN STAFF WRITER
Joey Ritondale was sitting in the fi lm room watching a tape of Michigan State with the rest of his Illinois hockey team Sept. 12 when head coach Nick Fabbrini told the team he had an announcement to make: Ritondale would be the team’s captain for the upcoming season. “I wa s defi n itely su r pr i s e d ,” junior defenseman Ritondale said. “I know we have a lot of good leaders on this team, and I knew a lot of people could get it, so once I heard my name, I was really excited.” Ritondale, along with assistant captains Shaunak Pal and Tyler Opilka, are tasked to lead Illinois hockey into a new era following the graduation of captain John Olen and a disappointing season that ended in the fi rst round of the ACHA national tournament in March. “We have a lot of new young guys, so being an upperclassman, it’s my turn to take some of the guys under my wing and show them around,” Ritondale said. “But ultimately, I just have to do the same things that’s been working for me for the past two years.” R itond a le’s c apt a i n status was announced after the Illini had dropped a set of preseason games at the Nelson Center in Springfield, Illinois, against the Springfield Jr. Blues. Junior center Eric
Cruickshank, the team’s second-leading scorer last season with 39 points, said the losses were caused by a few costly shifts. “We let up a combined five goals in 130 seconds,” Cruickshank said. “Get rid of those two minutes of play, and the games are 2-2. That was just a two-minute lapse where we can’t let up goals like that.” Fabbrini says he is encouraged by the efforts of his team in Springfield, e s p e c i a l ly f r e sh m a n forward Chance Homerin. “Homerin had a really great weekend,” Fabbrini said. “He didn’t score any goals, but had some chances and played really well for us defensively.” Fabbrini is now looking ahead to the weekend when his team travels to Bloomington, Illinois, to face Illinois State on Thursday for the season opener. They will return to Champaign for a weekend series against Michigan State’s club hockey team. “(Michigan State) always gives us a tough game early in the year,” Fabbrini said. “They can come in and compete hard, and they’re a Big Ten school, so there’s a little bit of added pride there.” The Illini defeated the Spartans twice in the fi rst series of last season. Michigan State finished 10-23-4 overall and 3-10-0 away from East Lansing. As the team looks to capitalize on defending
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Illinois’ Joey Ritondale fights for the puck during the game against Lindenwold University at the Ice Arena on Jan. 30. Ritondale is the team’s captain for the upcoming season. Their season opener is on Thursday against Illinois State. CSCHL MVP goalie Olen’s fi nal season for the Illini, the newly-minted captain is excited to get on the ice for the fi rst weekend of games. “We just have to mesh in a game situation,” Ritondale said. “We’ve played two exhibition games so far. We’ve practiced a lot,
but everything changes when you get into a game. Emotions are high and everything’s just different. It’ll be a test to see how everyone’s doing, and we’re defi nitely going to bring it.”
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Join our team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who are empowered to provide excellent service to residents. Successful candidates will have experience working with a team, knowledge of superior cleaning and sanitation techniques, the ability to complete tasks according to specifications, and will have a service-minded attitude. Normal hours: Full-Time: 7:00a - 3:30p M - F and one weekend day per month. Supportive, professional environment. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package. On the MTD Bronze line. www.clark-lindsey.com/employment fax: 217-239-5184 eoe Email kborbely@clark-lindsey.com
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Illini Media is currently looking for a few energetic, resourceful, friendly and motivated sales/advertising folks to complete our sales team. Yes there is some cold calling, but there are also existing client lists and trained sales reps to learn from. Our sales reps get great hands-on experience so they’re ready to step into a job in media, sales, advertising and/or marketing when they graduate and leave us. Sales Reps at Illini Media have an opportunity to make commission and bonuses based on meeting and exceeding sales goals. They’ll also gain real world experience selling print and digital media as well as radio and other non-traditional avenues.
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