U of I, Foundation raise record-setting amount for campaign
The University of Illinois closed out its most ambitious fundraising campaign ever with gifts, commitments and pledges of nearly $2.43 billion for the Brilliant Futures Campaign. The UIC campus exceeded its $650 million goal, raising $679 million from July 1, 2003, to Dec. 31, 2011.

• Labor secretary forecasts “bright future” for UIC students
• View 2012 UIC commencement photos
• Graduated nursing students take the plunge
• Scholarship program offers more than money
• Professor Brian Bauer the subject of The Onion’s parody

Tips from entrepreneurial alumni
A trio of alumni from the three University of Illinois campuses recently shared their entrepreneurial experiences and advice during a Virtual Career Center panel discussion. Among other topics, Ken Weine ’86 LAS, Patricia Dortch, MBA ’91, and Wayne Chapin ’11 LAS talked about following your passion and the importance of networking. Read more of their suggestions and discover additional entrepreneurial resources.

• June 8: Group tennis lessons available at Student Recreation Facility
• June 13: Aqua Total Fit exercise at Student Recreation Facility
• June 14: Women’s self-defense classes at Sports and Fitness Center
• June 18: Introductory ballet classes at Student Recreation Facility
• Sept. 19: Meet-and-greet event for UIC transfer students