Tag: Catholic

Students at two lines of desks face a screen. A cross is about the screen. The principal in a nun's habit watches from the doorway.

Catholics in Central Illinois overjoyed by the election of a pope from Chicago

Catholics in Champaign felt a mix of shock, joy, and optimism for the future following the election of the first pope from the United States — and from Illinois.

News Around Illinois – December 20, 2019

Knott Named University of Illinois Secretary URBANA – Gregory Knott has been named the new secretary of the University of Illinois. Beginning next month, he’ll take on a wide-range of duties, from setting agendas and maintaining records for the board of trustees … to advising and assisting administrators, including President Tim Killeen. Knott has been with