Local Champaign-Urbana tutoring programs aims aid elementary academic success
URBANA – The iRead and iCount programs provide tutoring for kindergarten and first-grade students who are having difficulties with their math and reading skills. The Champaign Unit 4 School District and Urbana School District 116 are benefiting from the programs. iRead and iCount volunteers spend one hour a week working with students over a two-month […]
U of I study finds age protects against mental health symptoms among older women of color
URBANA – Black and Latina women are at a greater risk of getting COVID, but age seems to play a role in protecting against mental health symptoms. Sandraluz Lara-Cinisomo is a kinesiology and community health professor at University of Illinois and led the study. She said she thought older women would have more symptoms in […]
U of I police department reviews emergency protocols after MSU shooting
UIPD is reviewing Monday’s shooting at Michigan State University to see if changes need to be made to their response plans.
Champaign realtor association educates landlords on new housing law
The Champaign County Association-Realtors hosted a forum Tuesday night to inform landlords and tenants about the new source of income law that passed early this year.
Urbana Mexican Bakery offers home away from home sweets for the Latino community
A new Mexican bakery, Panaderia San Miguel, opened to the public in Urbana back in December. Their bread sold out within two hours on their opening day.
Champaign planetarium teaches Latino families about the stars in Spanish
The William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College continues to teach about the galaxy in Spanish at their dome-shaped theater.
Champaign-Urbana community members pay respects during the Day of the Dead
URBANA – El Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, originated in Mexico to remember those who have passed away. The holiday takes place on November 1st and 2nd. Although the holiday originated in Mexico, it has started to be developed in other countries. La Casa Cultural Latina was able to share a […]
University of Illinois organizations educate peers on immigrant communities
When immigrants arrive in Urbana-Champaign, local organizations ensure those without resources receive beds, baby clothes and diapers. The Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, Inc. and I-CAUSE, a student organization that supports DACA students, hosted an event on November 2nd to educate peers about the immigrant community outside of campus. Visitors at the event were able […]
Latinos create change in rural Central Illinois community
ARCOLA – Drive a half-hour south of I-57 from Champaign and you’ll arrive in Arcola. The small town is in a part of the state known for its Old Order Amish community, centered around the nearby town of Arthur. Now, Latinos in Arcola are increasing in population and power. It’s close to lunchtime, and doors […]
Champaign-Urbana apartments brought to life with color
A Champaign-based leasing company, Fairlawn Real Estate, is revitalizing their apartments with a new arts initiative. The initiative is called Fairlawn for the Arts, according to project manager for Fairlawn Real Estate Tom Hagensick. He says the initiative both supports the arts and brings a fresh look to apartments in the Champaign-Urbana area. “I think […]
New event encourages C-U Latino community to celebrate Mexican Independence Day
After three months of planning, two local groups have created a safe space for Latinos to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. University YMCA and Champaign-based restaurant Maize collaborated to commemorate El Grito. El Grito, or the “Cry for Dolores,” is the battle cry and the start of the liberation of Mexico from Spain on September 16, […]
Memorizing Latin dance steps can help memory of older Latinos
CHICAGO — A kinesiology professor at the University of Illinois recently explored how Latin Dance can benefit the memory of older Latinos. Susan Aguiñaga is a kinesiology professor at U of I. Along with a team, she explored how Latin Dance can benefit the memory of older Latinos. Aguiñaga explained that there were two groups […]
U of I Latino Age study opens conversation for better resources
URBANA – A recent University of Illinois study that asks what positive aging means to Latino elders has opened a discussion on how to cater to their needs. Positive aging consists of having a healthy lifestyle going into older age, according to U of I Social Work Professor Lissette Piedra. More than 100 Latino residents, […]
U of I Autism Program encourages high school students to go to college
URBANA – The Autism Program at the University of Illinois continues to provide an online summer camp for prospective students on the autism spectrum. The I-Ready Summer Camp is a weeklong online experience that encourages and promotes college readiness for students on the autism spectrum. This is the second year that high school students can […]
Illinois Theatre premieres a modern take on ‘Peter Pan’
URBANA — The University of Illinois’s Krannert Center for the Performing Arts is showing “The Neverland” through Saturday. It’s an adaptation of the original “Peter Pan” play that’s more inclusive to minority groups. Although there are some changes from the original version of “Peter Pan,” “The Neverland” includes some of the original characters, such as […]
