Things to Do

Image credit: Daderot, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Now that the nice weather is finally upon us, students and locals who decided to stay near U of I are looking for things to do. While there are tons of options around Champagne/Urbana of ways to stay entertained this season, the University of Illinois Arboretum deserves […]

Whether you’re moving from the dorms or somewhere else, the task of finding an apartment that is the perfect fit for you can seem daunting. When there are so many things to consider, sometimes it’s hard to tell where to start! Luckily for the students of UIUC, there are a variety of awesome options for […]

The Winter semester at school can get boring as you look back on all the areas surrounding UIUC is filled with an awesome community that is set on making the students feel welcome year-long. So many fun activities for the weekends and parts of Illinois and your area you’ve probably never seen before. Check out […]

From the beginning of the Fall semester leading into the winter, college kids go from tailgates to staying in their apartments more than ever. When it’s too cold to leave your house, but winter break is not in sight yet, what can motivate you to make the most of your day? Looking for an outlet […]

With the beginning of fall among us, college students are itching to get out of their dorms and apartments and experience the fall activities their community has to offer. While college can put on quite a show for the holidays, piling up the on-campus events, what do you do if you want to go off-campus […]

Students who decided to stay near the UIUC campus for the summer are looking for the best places to eat and drink outside. Since Champaign/Urbana has a college town located smack dab in the middle, it is full of awesome restaurants for citizens and students alike to enjoy with some sweet outdoor and patio experiences. […]

Now that school is out for the summer, those still living near campus are wondering what to do in their college town. While it may seem like a lot less fun without all your buddies, getting away from campus and getting some fresh air in the surrounding areas can be super beneficial to your health […]

With the weather just starting to get good again, the students at UIUC are beginning to enjoy newly scheduled events and the great outdoors. U of I is known for its incredible campus and facilities, but what people don’t know is that there is just as much to do in Urbana/Champaign as there is to […]

For every college kid, the price of the food is almost as important as what it is and how convenient it is. College kids lack space and means to be cooking for themselves, and sometimes they just get tired of the dining halls. Who can blame them!  But when you go to a school like […]

With the closure of many businesses in 2020 due to covid-19, shopping local is at the top of everyone’s minds, including college students. Keeping their favorite spots open so they can continue to enjoy being away at school is as important as their grades. Especially when it comes to the best local restaurants, bars, and […]