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Archive - Jan 11, 2008

Who's voting?

I am particularly excited about the upcoming presidential elections. Tracking the results from the Iowa caucuses to the New Hampshire primaries has almost been better than keeping up with college football with the hype and controversy that the candidates bring to the race.

Senior trip '08 update: Everything on track for Wisconsin Dells getaway

Although the school administration is no longer involved in planning the annual senior trip, rest assured the Class of 2008 has everything under control. The seniors are looking forward to spending Feb. 29 to March 3 in the Wisconsin Dells for some all-important downtime.

Column: A gloomy change of (sports) seasons for Illini fans

After a successful football season, Illini fans have turned their eyes to basketball. Most fans don't like what they see. The 8-8 team has a four-game losing streak for the first time in coach Bruce Weber's tenure. Jack Snyder looks at the current state of Illini basketball. Even amid the mediocrity, he finds reason for hope.

The change of (sports) seasons

This time of year most Fighting Illini sports fans are rejoicing at the end of football season and the beginning of basketball season.