The Illini Veterans RSO is hosting their 7th Annual Illini Veterans Memorial 5K run/walk on UIUC's Main Quad on April 7th, 2019. Proceeds from the race will go to the Center for Wounded Veterans in Higher Education, located on campus near the Krannert Center.
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Todd Spinner
LAS announces that Todd Spinner, Academic Advisor for the School of Chemical Sciences, is a 2018-19 LAS Award for Excellence in Academic Advising Recipient.
Spinner has served Chemical Sciences as an adviser since 2010, and is the most senior adviser in the school both in terms of longevity and responsibility. Spinner has implemented several services and programs, including a program that tracks students who are struggling in major core classes and a redesign of major course sheets so students could more accurately track their course progression. Colleagues note that Spinner is committed to being available to his students, and students know him for his friendly and engaging demeanor, along with a complete knowledge of how he can assist their studies. Read more.
Todd will be honored at a ceremony and reception on Tuesday, April 16, 5-7pm, in the Alice Campbell Alumni Center. All are welcome to attend.
St. Elmo Brady
The School of Chemical Sciences, along with the Departments of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and Chemistry, celebrated the Designation of an ACS National
Historic Chemical Landmark for St. Elmo Brady on February 5, 2019. Dr. Brady was the first African American to earn a PhD in chemistry in the United States. Read More.
