
May 15, 2026
A new University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign review finds that nature exposure may provide greater mental health benefits for disadvantaged children compared with their peers from more privileged backgrounds. Researchers say investing in green spaces—especially school yards—could help reduce inequities.
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May 15, 2026
Joseph P. Janzen has been named The Clearing Corporation Foundation Endowed Associate Professor in Derivatives Trading at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences. His appointment underscores ongoing support for agricultural market scholarship funded by The Clearing Corporation Charitable Foundation.
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May 14, 2026
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has announced that its annual Agronomy Days series returns this summer with educational field days across several locations starting June. The program features expert-led sessions on crop science advancements aimed at supporting local growers.
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May 13, 2026
University researchers have released PigLife—a major dataset aimed at advancing livestock technology as pig populations grow but farmer numbers fall. Experts say this tool will help develop better monitoring methods without replacing essential human roles.
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May 11, 2026
Three College of ACES employees have been recognized with this year’s Chancellor’s Staff Excellence Award at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The award celebrates their outstanding service supporting students across academic departments including Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences as well as Extension programming like Illinois 4-H.
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May 7, 2026
University of Illinois researchers have launched a new project using advanced imaging technology to objectively assess cattle movement traits like stride length and limb angles. Led by Josh McCann from the Department of Animal Sciences, the effort aims both at improving animal health management practices and educating future professionals about emerging technologies.
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May 6, 2026
Domingo Lastra credits his international leadership success at Archer Daniels Midland Latin America to experiences gained during graduate studies at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of ACES. He encourages current students to develop people skills while making use of educational opportunities.
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May 5, 2026
The University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences held its annual Food Security Symposium focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration across departments. Students presented diverse research projects while faculty discussed strategies for greater impact on global food challenges.
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May 4, 2026
The University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences has opened registration for its summer ACES Family Academies event for children ages 8-13. The program offers hands-on workshops introducing young participants to different fields within agricultural sciences while providing a glimpse into campus life.
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May 3, 2026
Elli Burris overcame significant health challenges due to cystic fibrosis while pursuing her passion for animal science at the University of Illinois ACES college. Now an instructor advocating both for students' growth in meat science education as well as cystic fibrosis awareness, she credits supportive mentors alongside new medical treatments.
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