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"Hands Off" protests in Champaign, Stolen SNAP benefits, Charlie Kirk comes to UIUC, Cherry blossoms bloom at Japan House and Champaign Central HS softball team plays. Hosted by Nick RoachoStories by Faith Routhley, Emily Huffman, Sean Farnsley, Peter Hanson, and Maeve KeeleyMusic by Boxout

In this episode, Nick Perloff-Giles sits down with Lewis Lehe, Assistant Professor in the Transportation Systems group of the Civil and Environmental Engineering department at UIUC, to discuss congestion pricing's consequences, two months later. Has the toll worked in reducing congestion downtown? How might we measure that? And beyond simply reducing congestion, are there other benefits to this policy? This conversation explores answers to those questions, and probes further about the purpose of ambitious policies like this one.

The Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (iSEE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign leads sustainability efforts on campus, supports climate action, and creates opportunities for student involvement. Learn about upcoming initiatives and how iSEE will shape a greener future at UIUC and beyond. Whether you are passionate about the environment or just curious, tune in to hear more from board members and how to get involved.Resources:iSEE - Illinois Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment

Japan House to add a new location, Art Sitkowski promoted to coach position at UIUC, and new IL law will allow community colleges to offer four-year degrees.Hosted by Kaitlyn DevittStories by Zayna Quraishi, Dylan Strackman, and Amelia BensonMusic by Boxout

Whether you are a dog lover or not, this episode with Olive and her handlers shares the special impact service animals have on the lives of others. Our guests share about the organization (4Paws), the journey of the pets they work with, the training to prepare them to assist someone in need, and the bonds that are made along the way. Resources:UIUC 4Paws: HomeInstagram: 4 Paws at UIUC (@4pawsuiuc) • Instagram photos and videosEmail: uiuc4paws@gmail.com4Paws For Ability: 4 Paws for Ability: Home - 4 Paws for Ability

In this episode of Liz Career Coaching, I sit down with Lynette Correa-Velez, M.Ed., a Critical Career Coach, DEIAJ advocate, and Founder & CEO of Pagame Project—an AI-powered career development platform dedicated to closing the women's wage gap.Lynette shares how her mother's legacy inspired her to create Pagame Project and Rita AI, a groundbreaking AI career coach designed to empower women at every stage of their careers. We dive into:✅ The biggest barriers to pay equity and how to overcome them✅ How AI and human intelligence can work together to support career growth✅ The importance of mentorship, networking, and risk-taking in career success✅ How you can get involved in Pagame Project's missionLynette's Bio:Lynette Correa-Velez, M.Ed. is the Founder/CEO of “Pagame Project” which is an AI/H.I.-powered, CareerDevTech social enterprise platform seeking to close the women's wage gap in the U.S. & globally. She is a trained #CriticalCareerCoach with over 20 years of professional experience in co-empowering individuals from all industries with a DEIAJ-centered lens. Lynette has received 18 awards and honors for her tremendous support and advocacy for all such as being 2024 “Latinas in Watch in the U.S.” by ALPFA National. She is a member of the Equal Pay Chicago Committee at Women Employed and an inaugural Associate Board of Director at Chicago Innovation. She has doctoral training in DEI in Education with a focus in HRD at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and an alum of UIUC with her M.Ed. in e-Learning for Workplace Learning & Training & HRD. Connect with Lynette:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lcorreavelez/Join the mailing list at www.PagameProject.comEpisode Resources:Career and Family, Claudia GoldinLatinas in TechConnect with me!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizcareercoaching/Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/Email: lizcareercoaching@gmail.com40 Best Career Coach Podcasts100 Best Coaching PodcastsMusic: https://www.purple-planet.comSound from Zapsplat.comArtwork: Joseph Valenzuela DesignSupport the show

Doug Rokke earned his B.S. in Physics at Western Illinois University followed by his M.S. and Ph.D. in physics and technology education at the University of Illinois. His military career has spanned 4 decades to include combat duty during the Vietnam War and Gulf War 1. Doug served as a member of the 3rd U.S. Army Medical Command's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) teaching, medical response, and special operations team, the 3rd U.S. Army captured equipment project team, and with the 3rd U.S. Army Depleted Uranium Assessment team during Gulf War 1(Operation Desert Storm). He was the U.S. Army's Depleted Uranium Project director from 1994 - 1995. He developed the congressionally mandated education and training materials and wrote U.S. Army Regulation 700-48, the U.S. Army PAM 700-48, and the U.S. Army's common task for DU incidents. Doug has taught nuclear, biological and chemical warfare, hazardous materials, and emergency medicine for over 20 years to both civilian and military personnel. Dr. Rokke was one of the original authors of the 1982 EDRAT (Emergency Disaster Response Assistance Team) proposal which formed the foundation for today's National Guard CSD teams and the Illinois CERT Teams. In preparation for the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, he wrote and taught the original Chemical / Biological Counter-terrorism Course for civilian emergency responders that is now the federal 120 city and Department of Justice course then served on the emergency response team located at Bermingham, Alabama . Dr. Rokke serves or has served as an advisor with the U.S. Centers of Disease Control; U.S. Department of Defense; U.S. National Academy of Sciences; U.S. Institute of Medicine; U.S Senate; U.S. House of Representatives; U.S. Department of Transportation; U.S. Federal Aviation Administration; U.S. Department of Defense; U.S. General Accounting Office; U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; British Royal Society; British House of Lords and House of Commons; United Nations; U.S. President William J. Clinton's Presidential Special Oversight Board; and local, state, and federal law enforcement, fire, and medical agencies. He has been an advisor and on-screen expert for numerous television documentaries on effects of nuclear, biological, and chemical warfare and depleted uranium with CBS; ABC; NBC, CNN, History Channel; A & E; PBS; Discovery channel, BBC; CBC; Gary Null & Associates; the Power Hour; and German, French, Japanese, Australian, Italian, Spanish, and Greek television networks. Dr. Rokke has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in environmental science, environmental engineering, nuclear physics, and emergency management and was a staff physicist at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for 19 years (retired from UIUC). He has also taught elementary school, middle school, and high school. Doug is included in "Who's Who in America" and was recently nominated for "Who's Who in the World" and is included in "Who's Who in Science and Engineering" because his continued efforts and recognition as a national and international expert and educator. Major Rokke has been subjected to ongoing retaliation from Department of Defense officials who do not want information regarding actual adverse health and environmental effects of uranium weapons and their mandatory but ignored requirements to provide medical care to all casualties and to clean up all environmental contamination. - http://www.beyondtreason.com/ and http://www.grassrootspeace.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Luke and Thad Bergschneider are from Central Illinois where Luke is a University of Illinois Soil Scientist and Researcher and Thad is the current National FFA President. The future of agriculture is in good hands! These bright, articulate, knowledgeable men are critical thinkers, who are exploring how they can be an asset to agriculture. Growing up on their family farm, these two have grown not just crops and livestock, but also a passion for the future of agriculture. Luke, a crop scientist and researcher at the University of Illinois, is dedicated to studying soil health, water quality, and nutrient cycles—bridging the gap between science and real-world farming. Meanwhile, Thad has taken a bold step into national leadership, serving as the National FFA President, advocating for agricultural education and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. From hands-on experience in the field to cutting-edge research and nationwide advocacy, these brothers are shaping the future of agriculture in their own unique ways. Luke and Thad Bergschneider, two of seven siblings, grew up immersed in agriculture on their family farm in Central Illinois. There they gained firsthand experience raising corn, soybeans, and cattle, along with forays into pigs, turkeys, and sheep. After high school Luke studied agronomy at Western Illinois University and then attended University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he received a MS in Crop Sciences. He now works with the UIUC Soils Lab supporting multiple on-farm research projects studying water quality and nutrient cycles while continuing to contribute part-time to the family farm. Thad, after joining Luke at UIUC for a semester, is now taking a gap year to serve as the National FFA President. In this role, he is dedicating his time to advocating for agriculture, promoting agricultural education, and supporting the next generation of leaders who will change the world. Got questions you want answered? Send them our way and we'll do our best to research and find answers. Know someone you think would be great on the AgEmerge stage or podcast? Send your questions or suggestions to kim@asn.farm we'd love to hear from you.

J.B. Pritzker signs disability wage bill into law, Urbana early voting opens, and housing issues facing UIUC classes.Hosted by Amelia BensonStories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman and Michael SweeneyMusic by Boxout

The University tacks another year in a row of record high applications--a sign of a coming over-enrollment.Starting in the fall, any Illinois high school graduate can transfer to UIUC from any college in the country given they achieved good enough grades and credit hours, possibly adding to the impending strain.and University researchers discovered the ability to extract vital ingredients for sustainable fuel from an ultra-common plastic.Hosted by Amelia BensonStories by Zayna Quraishi, Emily Huffman and Michael SweeneyBackground reading:UI receives record number of 1st-year applicants by Aiden Miller-HisgenMusic by Outbox

Illinois lawmakers propose legalizing sex work, Illinois Secretary of State proposes digital IDs, and UIUC students begin testifying in Palestinian protest trial.Hosted by Zayna QuraishiStories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Amelia Benson, and Giuliana MeansMusic by Outbox

Champaign County improves first-responder procedures, Illinois passes name change bill, and UIUC basketball player wins Big 10 Freshman of the week. Hosted by Kaitlyn DevittStories by Kaitlyn Devitt, Giuliana Means, and Michael SweeneyMusic by Outbox

In this episode, Madeline chats again with Bob Smith, a blind computer programmer. During their conversation, they discuss the connection between coding and mechanical things, his degree in sociology from UIUC, community college, how he got into college, how he became blind, the accommodations that allow him to do his job, his love of COBOL, the story of him almost drowning, things that have inspired his faith, and so much more!During the course of their conversation, they make many references which you can explore. Some of these references include the following movies: Song of Bernadette, Francis of Assisi, and The Miracle of Our Lady of Fatima.Feel free to like, subscribe, and share the episode! Follow us on Instagram! @sbltfpodcastDon't forget to go out there, and be a light to this world!

UIUC's Main Library celebrated its 100th anniversary with the unveiling of a time capsule of the same age.Illinois Men's Basketball signed four-star and 89th overall recruit Brandon Lee on Tuesday.and a federal judge overturned Illinois' assault weapons ban.

Today, we're sharing a special episode from our friends at the chart-topping a16z Podcast. In this conversation, a16z co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz dive deep into the REAL story behind the creation of Netscape—the web browser co-created by Marc that revolutionized the internet and changed the world. As Ben notes at the top, until today, this story has never been fully told either in its entirety or accurately. The two discuss Marc's early life and how it shaped his journey into technology, the pivotal moments at the University of Illinois that led to the development of Mosaic (a renegade browser that Marc developed as an undergrad), and the fierce competition and legal battles that ensued as Netscape rose to prominence. Ben and Marc also reflect on the lessons learned that still resonate in today's tech landscape (especially with AI). Listen to more episodes of The a16z Podcast here: https://link.chtbl.com/blpusvv- —

In last week's episode, I shared my interview with Lisa Marker-Robbins, who has helped nearly 4,000 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to embark on their post-high school path. In that conversation, we discussed why strong GPAs and high test scores may not be enough for your student to gain admittance to their dream college. Today, Lisa was kind enough to let me share an episode of her College and Career Clarity Podcast. At many schools, like the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, prospective students must apply to a specific major when applying to college during the high school senior year. Since this is not standard at all colleges, it can be a confusing hurdle for many high schoolers and their families – but it doesn't have to be. What does this mean for your teen? In this episode of the College and Career Clarity Podcast, Lisa Marker-Robbins speaks with Andy Borst, UIUC's Director of Undergraduate Admissions, you'll learn how college major-based admissions works and how to set your teen up to successfully navigate the process. Although it can sometimes seem like it, admissions officers aren't in the business of crushing your teen's dreams. In fact, they want to make things possible for as many students as they can, and that's where a college major-based admissions process can come into play. Each university can only accommodate a certain number of students in each program, so this type of application can help admissions staff focus on the students that are truly interested in the major and most likely to thrive. When it comes to schools that admit by major, you might be surprised to learn that certain majors at these schools might be restricted to your student applying only as a 12th grader. For instance, if your child wants to study Computer Science at UIUC, they can only be admitted as a freshman or a transfer from another school. This means it's crucial that your student does the work in high school to identify a college major that aligns to their wiring.  Andy warns not to try to take a shortcut into these highly competitive majors by applying for a different major in the hopes of transferring into your student's desired field later. Trying to game the system isn't wise. In these cases, your teen will be better off attending a different university where they have an assured start in their top choice major. Highlights  What is college admission by major What majors are among the most popular and therefore most competitive How do restricted majors eliminate options for many high school students When can your teen choose a second college major Question to ask colleges about admission by major Lisa has a complimentary video on “How to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career” that she created for parents (and students), and she's given me permission to invite my people! In this, she'll cover: How flipping the script on the college admissions process can help ensure an on-time (and on budget!) graduation and a career your teen will love. How to know *beyond any doubt* that your teen has chosen the right college, major, and career path, and hasn't based their decision on luck, picked the “safe” option, or inadvertently restricted their potential. How to ensure your teen's senior year choices don't trap them in an unsuitable major or close the door on an opportunity no amount of money or persuasion can open. Click here to watch Lisa's complimentary video, “How to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career,” here: flourishcoachingco.com/gps In a recent interview, the mom of a $111,000 scholarship winner said that college major and career clarity are ‘essential' for success with scholarships! That is why I am offering several special bonuses for families who sign up for Lisa's Launch Career Clarity Program. Those bonuses are: Access to my Personal Narrative mini-course: In this video-based course, you will learn about the Five Pillars and how they relate to a student's Personal Narrative - a key component for winning scholarships. You'll also get my lesson on answering the common scholarship essay prompt, “Why Do You Deserve To Win This Scholarship?” Two live 45-minute one-on-one Q&A sessions with me to discuss anything about scholarships. I've never before offered this type of one-on-one scholarship help outside of my premier services. Personalized one-on-one help with one Personal Narrative scholarship essay of your choice. This special offer is only available until Midnight Eastern Time on November 18, 2024. So, don't delay. Sign up for Launch Career Clarity today to enjoy these special scholarship bonuses! Click here to get started: flourishcoachingco.com/gps ------- This week's featured scholarships: Courage to Grow (Scroll to the bottom of the linked page for info on this scholarship) Gen and Kelly Tanabe (Scroll to the bottom of the linked page for info on this scholarship) MoolahSPOT (Scroll to the bottom of the linked page for info on this scholarship) College JumpStart (Scroll to the bottom of the linked page for info on this scholarship) MENSA (Scroll to the middle of the linked page for info on this scholarship) Student Scholarships.org (Scroll to the middle of the linked page for info on this scholarship) Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship (Scroll to the middle of the linked page for info on this scholarship)  

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Nancy Sottos, the Maybelle Leland Swanlund Endowed Chair and head of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois–Urbana Champaign (UIUC), and Justine Paul, a former student at UIUC who now holds a position at DuPont, about their work with frontal polymerization. By mimicking patterns in biological materials such as shells, their research group took a multidisciplinary approach to control crystalline patterning, which ultimately enabled them to control mechanical properties of polymers. By applying heat, they made slight changes in the chemical reactions to achieve specific crystalline patterns. This work was published in a recent issue of Nature.

Margaret Fleck and David Forsyth are computer science professors at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). In this episode, we have the ultimate computer science power couple: Margaret Fleck and David Forsyth. Together, they bring a rare mix of academic brilliance, humor, and a knack for keeping students hooked—plus, they're married, which only adds to the chemistry. Margaret Fleck is all about practical teaching. With a background from MIT and Yale, she could easily go the high-theory route, but instead, she's focused on making learning accessible. Her courses are known for their clear structure, simple materials, and frequent small assignments to keep students engaged. She's developed and reworked some of UIUC's most essential computer science courses, like Artificial Intelligence (CS 440) and Discrete Structures (CS 173)—and she even wrote textbooks and created video lectures to help students nail down tough concepts. If you're ever struggling to understand a CS topic, Fleck's teaching style is like a breath of fresh air. Then there's David Forsyth—a big name in computer vision, who brings wizard-level knowledge to the table. Think of him as the Dumbledore of computer science, not just because he actually looks a bit like him (beard and all) but because he's a mentor who doesn't just find the best students—he shapes them into the best versions of themselves. Forsyth has published over 130 papers, co-authored the widely-used textbook Computer Vision: A Modern Approach, and even served as a leader for key conferences in the field. His latest research digs into machine learning, graphics, and making AI smarter in more human-like ways, and he's often training models on his own GPU, pouring the same energy into his work that he does into teaching. These two aren't just here to talk about computer science, though. They go deep into some unfiltered opinions on college life, like why the whole “passion” narrative might be overrated and why more students need to be rebels if they want to truly make the most out of their time at university. They also reveal their own college experiences: Forsyth shares how he made it through tricky subjects (last-minute cramming, anyone?), while Fleck talks about how she keeps students learning without all the usual academic pressure. You'll find out about how Fleck and Forsyth first met—a story that's both geeky and endearing, showing that love can definitely bloom in the halls of academia. Whether you're into AI, wondering about college life, or just want to know how two brilliant minds balance work, love, and pushing boundaries, this is one conversation you won't want to miss. EPISODE LINKS: Margaret Fleck's Website: https://mfleck.cs.illinois.edu/ David Forsyth's Website: http://luthuli.cs.uiuc.edu/~daf/ Finding Naked People: http://luthuli.cs.uiuc.edu/~daf/papers/naked.pdf OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:54 - How to Maximize College 5:46 - Leetcode & Passion is a scam 11:32 - Forsyth Still Struggles with Induction 15:27 - Why College Needs Rebels 25:24 - Universities Won't Change Your Life—You Will 30:24 - Is College Curriculum Broken? 35:16 - Apathy in College 38:18 - Pushing Limits in College 43:24 - How Forsyth Crammed for Exams 44:25 - Love: How Forsyth & Fleck First Met ❤️❤️ 50:02 - AI and the Limits of LLMs 1:00:54 - ChatGPT: Homework Solver or Google's Nightmare? 1:15:12 - Worry Less, Focus More 1:21:25 - Diving & Music 1:27:01 - The Hardest Problem in Computer Vision 1:29:15 - Advice for Young People

November 1, 2024 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about watching sports, collecting, time spent outdoors, knowing their members, and Dad's Day at UIUC. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carmen Rossi is a successful serial entrepreneur who has launched over 70 businesses across various industries—hospitality, restaurants, real estate, cannabis, clothing, law, travel, and more. He also owns and operates some of the biggest nightclubs and restaurants in Chicago, along with iconic campus spots like KAMS and Red Lion. His secret? The ability to truly listen. Carmen has an unmatched talent for tuning into what people want and turning those desires into unforgettable experiences. That's his superpower, and it's fueled his extraordinary success. Carmen's entrepreneurial journey began early—in college, where he started a dormitory loft-building company, a painting company that hired fellow students, and a travel agency that sold over 1,000 spring break trips. Unlike the stereotypical innovator creating entirely new ideas, Carmen admits his strength lies in refining existing concepts and mastering their execution. It's this pragmatic approach that has guided him through trial and error, with an open embrace of failure. “Failure is welcomed here,” he says, seeing college as the perfect arena for experimentation and growth. Carmen's story offers not only inspiration but also valuable insight for anyone aspiring to make an impact in their communities. He emphasizes the importance of identifying unmet needs in neighborhoods before launching ventures, creating everything from vibrant sports bars to upscale dining experiences. His hospitality empire includes over 40 businesses, such as Hubbard Inn, Cardozo's Pub, The Joy District, The Dime, and HVAC Pub in Chicago. During this episode, Carmen shares his love for pop culture, his admiration for films like Risky Business and Yes Man, and his belief in amplifying social connections through business. He explores his philosophy of saying “yes” to new opportunities and creating ventures that bring people together in memorable ways. Carmen offers practical advice to young people, promoting the “rule of large numbers.” He encourages taking large-scale action and learning from setbacks. As he puts it, “I'm not going to ask two people out on dates, I'm going to ask 20. And if I get 20 rejections, I know I need to change the pitch.” Right after our conversation with Carmen, we were so inspired by his ideas that one of our own projects took off, going viral within a week. That's the power of Carmen has—he sparks immediate action and creativity in others. This episode is a masterclass in entrepreneurship for anyone looking to understand how to build and run multiple successful businesses. We were incredibly lucky to spend an evening with Carmen Rossi, and we hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. *EPISODE LINKS:* - Carmen Rossi's Company: https://8hospitality.com/ - Follow Carmen's latest venture, DIVAN: https://www.instagram.com/divanchicago - KAMS: https://www.instagram.com/kams_illini - Red Lion: https://www.instagram.com/redlionchampaign/ *OUTLINE:* 0:00 - Introduction 1:12 - Childhood 6:03 - Adult Conversations 11:20 - Aaryaman's American College Experience 16:55 - Carmen's First Impressions of UIUC. 20:50 - Carmen's First Business 28:41 - Carmen's Guide to Starting Successful Local Businesses 31:35 - How to Assemble a Team 37:56 - How to Discover Yourself in College? 43:29 - Ideas for Dates at UIUC 44:37 - Carmen's Regret: Not Studying Engineering 48:28 - The Business Carmen Would Start Today at UIUC 1:02:56 - How to Ask Someone Out 1:10:46 - Failure 1:15:23 - Listening 1:20:44 - Carmen's Playbook for Experience-Driven Businesses 1:29:18 - Building for Yourself or Others? 1:36:05 - Delegation 1:45:31 - Carmen's Advice for Juan David & Aaryaman 2:09:20 - Compete With Yourself, Not Your Peers 2:17:38 - Say Yes 2:21:21 - Carmen's Reflections on The UIUC Talkshow Experience 2:23:00 - Advice to young people

Bret Bielema is the Head Football Coach at the University of Illinois. 0:00 - Introduction 0:41 - How To Be The Best You 3:01 - Losing his Mother 4:34 - Hard Conversations 6:51 - Relationships 8:24 - What Drives Bret Bielema? 9:30 - Luck 10:57 - How to plan 13:07 - Why Coaching? 14:23 - Consistency 18:08 - Bret Bielema's Daughters. 19:39 - Failures 21:50 - How to work hard (and smart) 23:28 - Advice for young people

In this episode, Madeline chats with her friend Hannah Bernstein, a landscape architecture student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign During their conversation, they discuss the Pacific Northwest and Spain, UIUC's Newman Center, what landscape architecture is, how our expertise gets embedded in us, living at a residential Newman Center, American accents, her study abroad and research trip, Dominican cloister gardens, going beyond the surface level, the King of Itineraries, and so much more!-links: the not so big house, A Pattern LanguageDuring the course of their conversation, they make many references which you can explore. Some of these references include The Not So Big House by Susan Susanna and A Pattern Language by Christopher W. Alexander.Feel free to like, subscribe, and share the episode! Follow us on Instagram! @sbltfpodcastDon't forget to go out there, and be a light to this world!

David Ruzic is a Nuclear Engineering Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is widely recognized as The Illinois Energy Prof. EPISODE LINKS: David Ruzic's YouTube Channel: @illinoisenergyprof6878 David Ruzic's UIUC Website: https://ece.illinois.edu/about/directory/affiliates/druzic David Ruzic's Research Lab: https://cpmi.illinois.edu/about-cpmi/ David Ruzic's Research Topics: https://ipi.illinois.edu/research/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:10 - Father 3:52 - Childhood 6:17 - Why Professor? 9:47 - Secrets to Thriving as a Professor 15:06 - How to Master The Bureaucracy 18:21 - How to Make People Care About Your Work 21:02 - Teaching with Explosives

Jolim Chiu is an aspiring physicist and philosopher from the University of Illinois. He is one of our close friend and one of the deepest thinkers that we have met on campus. In this episode, we tackle the question, "What is the meaning of life?" Jolim has spent the better part of the last few years trying to get to the bottom of this question. He has created numerous models that has helped him make sense of subjects like faith, the after-life, and our goal as humans, some of which we uncover in this conversation. Jolim talks about how he gravitated towards video games and the numerous problems that he wants to find the answers to in his lifetime. We learned a lot from him during this conversation and shared a lot of our perspectives on these deep topics too. Due to the depth of the conversation, we decided to split the episode into two parts, with the other part currently published on the Clips Channel. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our conversation with Jolim Chiu. EPISODE LINKS: Pascal's wager: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pascal%27s_wager OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:16 - What do you think about at night? 3:03 - The Interactive Action Model 11:26 - Life as a Christian 16:59 - Video Game Addiction 20:00 - Knowledge: Invented or Discovered? 27:32 - Becoming Agnostic 34:58 - The Afterlife 39:26 - The Art of Collaboration 46:47 - Should you follow your curiosity? 55:25 - Serendipity 1:05:05 - Vulnerability 1:08:22 - The After Life 1:12:18 - Alex Wang's secret 1:15:48 - Advice for young people SOCIAL: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075⁠ Full episodes playlist: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC⁠ Clips Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips⁠ What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: ⁠https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel⁠ Juan David Website: ⁠https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/

This is the 'After Hours' (Extended Version) of our conversation with Jolim, where we talk about the different ways to interpret failure, dealing with the pressure of academics, viewing time as an investment, being grateful, and finally compete in a fierce arm wrestling contest

In this episode, Madeline chats with her friend Briana Sobecks, a 2nd year chemical engineering PhD student at Stanford. During their conversation, they discuss her research, how her high school and family ignited her fascination with biology and engineering, undergrad in chemical engineering at UIUC, taking ownership of your faith, choir, grad school Catholic groups, philosophy, and so much more!Feel free to like, subscribe, and share the episode! Follow us on Instagram! @sbltfpodcastDon't forget to go out there, and be a light to this world!

Season 7 kicks off with an exciting guest who's name you may already know, Walter Mendenhall! Walter is a Chicago product, growing up in and around the city and taking his football talents to UIUC. It's what Walter has accomplished more recently, however that brings him to Bridging Chicago, and we're so happy he stopped by. This will be a two-part episode, and in part one, you can learn more about Walter's background and how he was able to balance being a student athlete. You'll also learn some of the life lessons he obtained from his time at U of I, as well as the big things to come in the future. Be sure to tune in next week for part two.

Urbana summer camp gives young men purpose, truck with Israeli hostage screen displays stops at UIUC, net installed in Spalding Park, state representatives visit campus encampment.Hosted by Adelyn Mui.Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada and Alice Mei.Music by Boxout.

UIUC will not cancel its commencement ceremony, an Illinois election bill was passed under unusual circumstances, a Forbes study highlights benefits of the public school model, a new bill implements relaxation activities in schools, and millions of birds are arriving in Illinois.Stories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, Shane Werner, and Peter DerrahHosted by Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

I officially checked off another "first" on the podcast guest list. Nikki is my first psychology alum who also works at UIUC! I met Nikki years back during my previous career, and it was a pleasure to cross her path again. We discussed her college days and figuring out where her career would lead. During the interview, she introduced me to the term "wandering student." I feel that is a WONDERFUL way to describe the experience of finding one's place in the world. That journey led her to a perfect fit of using that expertise and perspective while helping out current students at The Career Center. The Career Center is an amazing resource that both students and alumni can benefit from. I've wanted to learn more about it myself, so I'm glad this opportunity came up—after we talked about Candyland, four-day work weeks, and the benefits of spoons, of course.

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how the University of Illinois officials and police have been responding to encampments on campus in support of Palestine this weekend.

U of I's Office of DRES celebrates 75 years, Springfield Capitol experienced lockdown after bomb threat, wild animal ban passes Illinois house, Orlando Antigua returning to UIUC as men's basketball head coachHosted by Adelyn Mui.Stories by Shane Werner, Adelyn Mui, Joy Quezada and Emily Huffman.Music by Boxout.

The death of UIUC student Akul Dhawan was ruled an accident, Qdoba is returning to campus, and 5 tornadoes touched down in Western Illinois.Stories by Adelyn Mui, Peter Derrah, and Shane Werner.Hosted by Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new project led by three professors at the University of Illinois that aims to inspire work between artists and scientists.

In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Dr. Ollie Watts Davis about those being honored at The University of Illinois Black Chorus's annual Mom's Day concert. 

In today's deep dive, we’ll more about a team of University of Illinois journalists who recently traveled to Sierra Leone to report on the issue of period poverty.

Niraj Pant is Co-Founder of Ritual, the decentralized execution layer for AI. Prior to founding Ritual, Niraj spent six years as a General Partner at Polychain, leading investment rounds in startups like Offchain Labs, EigenLayer, and Compound. He began his career as a cryptography researcher in the Decentralized Systems Lab at UIUC.In this conversation, we discuss:- The relationship between crypto and AI- The future of AI and crypto- Building autonomous worlds and games- Applying ML to DeFi- Smart Agents- Building decentralized AI infrastructure- Story Protocol- Exciting developers- AI-based DApps- GPU as a serviceRitualWebsite: ritual.netX: @ritualnetDiscord: discord.ritual.netNiraj PantX: @nirajLinkedIn: Niraj Pant  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------  This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.  PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.   PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions.  Code: CRYPTONEWS50  This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below:  PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

In this week's episode, both of our storytellers give us behind the scenes glimpses into why they do what they do. Part 1: While constantly staring at Mercury's craters for NASA's MESSENGER mission, a picture of the Galapagos Islands captures Paul Byrne's attention. Part 2: While serving in the navy to get his engineering degree, David Estrada is struck by the level of poverty he witnesses on the tiny island of East Timor. Paul Byrne received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in geology from Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. He was a postdoctoral fellow at the Carnegie Institution for Science in Washington, DC on NASA's MESSENGER mission, the first spacecraft to orbit the planet Mercury. He later joined the Lunar and Planetary Institute in Houston, Texas, and then moved to North Carolina State University as an assistant and then associate professor. He became Associate Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis in 2021. His research focuses on comparative planetology—comparing and contrasting the surfaces and interiors of planetary bodies, including Earth, to understand planetary phenomena generally. His research projects span the Solar System from Mercury to Pluto and, increasingly, to the study of extrasolar planets. He uses remotely sensed data, numerical and physical models, and fieldwork on Earth to understand why planets look the way they do. David Estrada is originally from Nampa, Idaho. From 1998 to 2004 he served in the United States Navy as an Electronics Warfare Technician/ Cryptologic Technician – Technical. David achieved the rank of Petty Officer First Class in 2003 before receiving an honorable discharge and returning to Idaho to pursue his undergraduate education at Boise State University (BSU) where he was a Ronald E. McNair scholar. After completing his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from BSU in May of 2007, he began graduate studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) under the direction of Professor Eric Pop. David received his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from UIUC in 2009, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering at UIUC in 2013. David then joined Prof. Rashid Bashir's Laboratory of Integrated Bio Medical Micro/Nanotechnology Applications as a Visiting Postdoctoral Researcher before moving to the Materials Science and Engineering Department at Boise State University. David is the recipient of the NSF and NDSEG Graduate Fellowships. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the Gregory Stillman, John Bardeen, and SHPE Innovator of the Year awards. His research interests are in the areas of emergent semiconductor nanomaterials and bionanotechnology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with manga artist Kofi Bazzell Smith about his latest and final exhibit at the Krannert Art Museum.

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about a new initiative at the University of Illinois that aims to embed arts into all aspects of research and campus life.

Local bassist and music producer Mark Rubel passes away, UIUC students voted to maintain the campus ice arena, an Illinois Senate bill proposes ending mandatory political or religious meetings at work, and the Illinois High School Association's Basketball Championships might leave Champaign.Stories by Adelyn Mui, Stephanie Orellana, Nick Roacho, and Peter DerrahHosted by Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

Trump permitted on state ballot following Supreme Court ruling, influential Champaign County School Board member resigns, a UIUC biotech lab received almost $700 billion in funding, and Severe Weather Preparedness Week takes place statewide.Hosted by Peter DerrahStories by Emily Huffman, Adelyn Mui, Joaquim O'Malley-Macias, and Peter DerrahMusic by Boxout

Barry Benson, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement, is the senior fundraiser and responsible for managing frontline advancement efforts for the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). Serving on the Chancellor's Executive Leadership Council, Vice Chancellor Benson, who also holds a Senior Vice President title at the University of Illinois Foundation, leads a team of approximately 275 advancement professionals both centrally and within over 20 colleges/units.Benson is an experienced advancement professional who relocated with his wife and three daughters (two of whom attend UIUC while the youngest is a senior in high school) to Urbana-Champaign from the University of Arizona in March 2017. In Tucson, AZ, he served for nearly a decade in escalating capacities culminating in the role of Senior Vice President for Development where he was responsible for successfully achieving a $1.5 billion campaign goal two years ahead of schedule and while overseeing all central campaign activities, marketing and communications, planned giving and regional development for the University of Arizona Foundation. Benson also has extensive experience leading successful college-based advancement programs in business and engineering. Vice Chancellor Benson is active in the advancement industry participating in various leadership capacities and speaking engagements. In addition to his higher education experience, Benson also is an active civil servant having served on various nonprofit community boards.A finance graduate and former collegiate baseball letterman from the University of Northern Colorado (Greeley, CO), Benson also holds a Master of Business Administration from Colorado State University (Ft. Collins, CO) and is a former Certified Financial Planner practitioner who values spending time with family and friends while also enjoying the outdoors golfing, skiing, and doing yardwork (yes, it's true).

UIUC assistant professor is awarded a fellowship for her art, we talk about her story.

In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with “Pride of the Illini” creator Lindsay Peters.

Terrence Shannon Jr. and his attorneys are filing a temporary restraining order against the University of Illinois. If granted, TSJ would be immediately eligible to return to the court. Mike Carpenter reacts to the bombshell news by looking at it from many different perspectives: TSJ and his lawyers, Josh Whitman and the athletic department, and Illinois fans that may find themselves conflicted at his possible return.

Although it can sometimes seem like it, admissions officers aren't in the business of crushing your teen's dreams. They want to make things possible for as many students as possible, and that's where a college major-based admissions process can come into play. Each university can only accommodate a certain number of students in each program, so this type of application can help admissions staff focus on the students that are truly interested in the major and most likely to thrive.When it comes to schools that admit by major, you might be surprised to learn that certain majors at these schools might be restricted to your student applying only as a 12th grader. For instance, if your child wants to study Computer Science at UIUC, they can only be admitted as a freshman or a transfer from another school. Your student must work in high school to identify a college major that aligns with their wiring. Andy warns not to try to take a shortcut into these highly competitive majors by applying for a different major in the hopes of transferring into your student's desired field later. Trying to game the system isn't wise. In these cases, your teen will be better off attending a different university where they have an assured start in their top choice major.Of course, this kind of application process can feel unfair to your high schooler who is just on the cusp of adulthood. That's where the Flourish Coaching course Launch Career Clarity comes in. Our online course with live support aims to help your teen discover the right college major, so your teen finds the right college and has more favorable outcomes. Highlights What is college admission by majorWhat majors are among the most popular and, therefore most competitiveHow do restricted majors eliminate options for many high school studentsWhen can your teen choose a second college majorQuestion to ask colleges about admission by majorAbout Andy Borst:Andy Borst is the Director of Undergraduate Admissions with responsibility for recruiting, admitting, and enrolling new freshmen and new transfer students to the university. Prior to joining the University of Illinois, he served in the same position at Western Illinois University from 2011 to 2016. Andy serves on the Admissions Practices committee for the Illinois Association of College Admissions Counseling, which reviews and enforces ethical standards for college admissions in the State of Illinois. He earned a B.S. from Buena Vista University, an M.B.A. from St. Ambrose University, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of Iowa.Episode References:Launch College & Career Clarity CourseUIUC Tool on MajorsGet Lisa's Free on-demand video: How-to guide for your teen to choose the right major, college, & career...(without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret). https://flourishcoachingco.com/videoConnect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with a young woman in Champaign as she reflects on the loss of her family in Gaza amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes.

In this episode, Dr. Michael Lembeck, discusses his role as the Co-Chair of the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA) Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Integration & Outreach Committee (UAPIOC). The UAPIOC's mission is to improve aerospace safety by enhancing scientific knowledge of, and mitigating barriers to the study of, Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). [www.aiaauap.org](http://www.aiaaupa.org)   Michael F. Lembeck (B.S. '80, M.S. '81, Ph.D., '91 UIUC) is a Clinical Associate Professor in Aerospace Engineering. Dr. Lembeck has led or worked on multiple government and commercial spaceflight programs, including JPL's Galileo Jupiter Orbiter, Space Industries, Inc.'s Wake Shield Facility, Orbital Sciences' OrbView/Warfighter commercial remote sensing programs, and the Northrop/Boeing CEV and Boeing commercial crew programs. As the Requirements Division Director for the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters, Dr. Lembeck participated in the formulation of President Bush's Vision for Space Exploration and managed the original development of requirements for the Constellation/Orion program. Dr. Lembeck is an Associate Fellow of the AIAA and the Director of the Laboratory for Advanced Space Systems at Illinois (LASSI). Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.org Twitter: @uncertainvector Connect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.com Merged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.