Illinois.edu Notes from the Dean

Dear Colleagues, It is with a heavy heart that we write with the sad news of the passing of our dear colleague and friend Professor Susan E. Noffke. Sue passed away on Saturday morning, June 1, at Carle Foundation Hospital … Continue reading →

Dear all, It is hard to imagine that any academic year could be better than the one before but certainly this one has been extraordinary. Undergraduate and graduate student participation in research initiatives and conferences has been outstanding. Awards and … Continue reading →

Dear all, As the calendar year ends and we anticipate the holidays, I want to express again my gratitude for your steady and creative contributions to our core mission and to our ambitious goals. There have been so many large … Continue reading →

Dear all, I am so pleased to have returned to work this new academic year after a period of medical leave and to have the opportunity to offer a warm welcome to all our new and returning students.  Each and … Continue reading →

Dear all, The classic four-season cycle that we experience in this part of the world is certainly wondrous in all its parts. The first budding of Spring however is especially uplifting, even if too early this year. I hope you … Continue reading →