Three universities, one system. #AltogetherExtraordinaryhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mlvj2umhgk2pToday at noon CDT, join U of I System President Tim Killeen for a virtual conversation on our system's role in shaping the future of Illinois. An audience-powered Q-&-A session will follow his presentation. Register for the town hall and submit your questions here: https://ow.ly/WQ1650YVcxc15 May 2026 14:09 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlvj2umhgk2phttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mlqffmcahv2hMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, but wellbeing matters all year long. Across the University of Illinois System, find mental health support for students, faculty, and staff. 💚 Explore resources: https://ow.ly/EOCl50YYlRV And for anytime crisis support, call or text 988. 📱13 May 2026 13:20 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqffmcahv2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mlo3yhoqlr2uHappy International Nursing Day! Across our system, nursing students balance rigorous coursework with hands-on patient care — and when it's over, they mark the end of their undergraduate journey with a pool jump. 🎓🌊 This tradition that began at Chicago has now spread to Urbana and Springfield.12 May 2026 15:26 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlo3yhoqlr2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mlm3kz3zxg2jLast week in Rome, U of I System President Tim Killeen joined global leaders, youth innovators, and the CCOs of Ferrari and Aston Martin at the European Innovation for Sustainability Summit. The takeaway: embrace new technology, move from planning to action, and inspire the next generation.11 May 2026 20:13 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlm3kz3zxg2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mlitq3vume2rToday, we celebrate the mothers who balance more than most people see. The ones who show up fully — for their work, their students, their research, their colleagues — and then go home and show up again. Read more: 🌺https://ow.ly/Vp9i50YWEog 🌼https://ow.ly/agJE50YWEoa 🌷https://ow.ly/1Asn50YWEo610 May 2026 13:15 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlitq3vume2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mlbqryivvs2jIt's not a plotline from an episode of "Doogie Howser, M.D." 🥼 Booker T. Washington STEM Academy students received white coats after graduating from the Future Health Innovators Academy Mini Medical School Program, a Carle Illinois College of Medicine and @unit4schools.bsky.social collaboration. https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-stem-elementary-students-get-their-first-white-coat/07 May 2026 17:34 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbqryivvs2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3ml77vbhp4225Patient data collection and measurement has been a greater focus for UI Health in recent years, as accuracy matters for everything from wellness visits to emergency care. Their efforts have now been rewarded — a first-ever "A" safety grade from national healthcare quality watchdog group Leapfrog. https://www.chicagobusiness.com/health-care/ccb-leapfrog-hospital-safety-grades-20260506/06 May 2026 17:26 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml77vbhp4225https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3ml6sg5o5vo23On Friday, May 15 at noon CDT, join U of I System President Tim Killeen for a virtual town hall that will highlight state priorities, updates on critical legislation, and key opportunities that will fuel our progress, followed by a Q-&-A session. Secure your virtual seat: https://ow.ly/aHtt50YVcx906 May 2026 13:25 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6sg5o5vo23https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3ml2d74g4n42jAn advocacy-packed April saw our system making impacts both in Washington, D.C. and across the state of Illinois. Catch up on the news with Stay Connected, and subscribe to get it in your inbox every month! 💮 April edition: https://ow.ly/9SWg50YUHy0 📩 Subscribe here: https://ow.ly/gN0250YUHy104 May 2026 18:42 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml2d74g4n42jhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mkskxioztx24In case you missed it: IBM will launch its FutureNow Chicago center at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, creating 750 new jobs in high-growth technology sectors and anchoring the IQMP’s Quantum Works building. Learn more: https://ow.ly/zcWj50YTsfI01 May 2026 16:39 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkskxioztx24https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mkptcfbw4g23The University of Illinois System doesn’t wait for discoveries to happen. It creates them — in labs, clinics, communities, and classrooms across Illinois. 👩‍🔬💡 Discovery doesn’t slow down here. It never has: https://ow.ly/SuxF50YStmb30 Apr 2026 14:31 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkptcfbw4g23https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mkl2ap6tke24The Grand Challenges program at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park brings together researchers and industry partners to collaborate on quantum solutions. Two of this year’s five Grand Challenges awards are led by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign faculty: https://ow.ly/jvEw50YRc5p28 Apr 2026 16:52 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkl2ap6tke24https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mkiqe5eknh23The Illinois Mexican & Mexican-American Students Initiative (I-MMÁS) will host an online webinar on May 20 focused on the growing field of nutritional neuroscience, and evidence linking cognitive health and good nutrition. 🍎🧠 See the full agenda and register for free: https://ow.ly/s12X50YQKnl27 Apr 2026 18:49 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkiqe5eknh23https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mk3kriwbhy2aEarth Day’s theme this year is Our Power, Our Planet. See just a sampling of the work across the University of Illinois System that powers progress — from clean energy to sustainable materials. 🌎22 Apr 2026 13:05 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3kriwbhy2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mjzcpufya32rEach year, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Graduate College showcases the creativity and intellectual diversity of their students with its Image of Research competition. 🏆 2026 winners: https://ow.ly/qr8Z50YNxhr 📷 Full gallery: https://ow.ly/m74O50YNxhp21 Apr 2026 15:35 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjzcpufya32rhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mjwwhclt452oLast week, the U of I System sent a delegation to Washington, D.C. to meet with our federal legislators and advocate for our education, research, health, and economic development missions. 🏛️ We're grateful for their time, attention, and continued support of the system's initiatives. 20 Apr 2026 16:50 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwwhclt452ohttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mjp55vpxsi23Not all generations learned the importance of exercise. It’s a big part of this recent University of Illinois Springfield graduate’s life. Jadyn Zafirri uses her degree to help patients get healthier doing cardiac rehabilitation and stay active after their sessions end: https://ow.ly/J0OQ50YLbvr17 Apr 2026 14:29 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjp55vpxsi23https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mjk5zszzfr2dNutrition sciences major Brianna Guerrier came to the University of Illinois Chicago as a transfer student — and found more than she was looking for. Read more about how UIC makes it possible for Brianna to combine her passions for advocacy, volunteerism, and nutrition: https://ow.ly/YVml50YJWhQ15 Apr 2026 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjk5zszzfr2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mjhxnqgwds22The U of I System doesn’t just study public health — we practice it. From applying millions of dollars toward health research, opening access to healthcare for more residents, and investing in improving the entire food chain, our commitment to health and well-being has never been stronger. https://news.uillinois.edu/view/7815/53844083314 Apr 2026 18:02 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjhxnqgwds22https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mjfrkbrjwc22This week, UIC is proud to host the SEJ — Society of Environmental Journalists' 35th anniversary conference — exploring how climate, water, energy, food, and health intersect. #SEJ2026 is open to the public, so check out the schedule and register to join the conversations: https://www.sej2026.org/13 Apr 2026 21:07 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjfrkbrjwc22https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mj5s7xiprs22Recently, University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen discussed with @usnews.com the ways that our system is preparing students to lead, innovate, and contribute to the state of Illinois and the world beyond: ow.ly/avhu50YH9qY10 Apr 2026 16:58 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj5s7xiprs22https://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3miyfw5sqyh2v74% of U of I System graduates stay in-state to build their lives, careers, and communities. When talent stays, communities grow, economies compound, and the state’s future gets built by the very people trained to build it. Read more in our 2025 Annual Report: https://ow.ly/JjeR50YEG2V08 Apr 2026 13:35 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3miyfw5sqyh2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3miwf6wem7p2lAs spring brings greener views to Illinois, a new study shows that the benefits of living in greener neighborhoods aren't limited to aesthetic value. 🌳🌲 The UIC study found that women living in greener neighborhoods gave birth to babies with higher birth weights: https://ow.ly/9kIv50YF9jY07 Apr 2026 18:16 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3miwf6wem7p2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mitfwaf3zk2sRight now, University of Illinois Extension educators bring University of Illinois System research into communities — translating discoveries into programs that address workforce readiness, food security, and environmental resilience — reaching 800,000+ people annually in every corner of Illinois.06 Apr 2026 13:51 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mitfwaf3zk2shttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mijko6ovpa2gUrbana-Champaign chemistry researchers have devised a method that significantly lowers the amount of carbon emissions from a vital process used throughout the textile, plastic, and chemical industries. Even better: their new method uses solar power to do it. ☀️ Learn more: https://ow.ly/6gXx50YCorW02 Apr 2026 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mijko6ovpa2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mieq5yf2mc2mFrom advocating at our state Capitol to building early education capacity for teachers, the U of I System had a busy March. Read all about it and subscribe to Stay Connected, our monthly newsletter! 🏛️ March's edition: https://ow.ly/gbbp50YBoGs 📩 Subscribe here: https://ow.ly/Wbfv50YBoGu31 Mar 2026 17:45 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mieq5yf2mc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3micb5j77x22qNominate a humanitarian changemaker for the Shin Award. The honoree directs $50,000 to University of Illinois System work they believe in. ❓ When is the deadline? April 13 ❓ Can you nominate yourself? Yes ❓ What makes a strong nomination? Answers in our FAQ 🌐 Shin Award FAQ: ow.ly/9WHR50YAQK3 https://ow.ly/9WHR50YAQK330 Mar 2026 18:11 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3micb5j77x22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mi2efgcd2o2qWhat does $1.2B in research impact look like? It looks like women across science, humanities, and healthcare asking harder questions, challenging assumptions, and driving real change. Across all three of our universities, right now. Read more about women making an impact: https://ow.ly/7anR50YzKYJ27 Mar 2026 14:48 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mi2efgcd2o2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/uofilsystem.bsky.social/post/3mhstyp54hh2mIt’s National Agriculture Day. Here, agriculture isn’t just where food begins. It’s where discovery, care, and community take root. 🌾 From soil to science to student support at all three of our universities, the University of Illinois System connects agricultural discovery with community wellbeing.24 Mar 2026 15:06 +0000at://did:plc:jdbrbr6ohd6phqlctwlh5sl2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhstyp54hh2m