2026-08-19
- The Econ Data LabThe Economics Data Lab for Business and Research Applications – Econ Data Lab - enriches students’ education by fostering the application of cutting-edge econometric models and solid economic theory to real-world problems through hands-on experience. Currently, the Lab has...
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2026-08-19 - A new book examines what motivates citizens to keep fighting for the social welfare benefits they deserve. In Persistent Citizens: Pursuing Social Welfare Benefits in Brazil and Argentina (Cambridge University Press), Political Science Professor...
2026-08-19 - Physical activity (PA) provides multiple health benefits across the life course, including during childhood, with benefits including reduced risk of chronic diseases and all-cause mortality, as well as improved mental health.1,2 However, gender disparities in PA are evident early in life, with...
2026-08-19 - Brasillinois is an initiative launched by the University of Illinois System to foster dynamic collaboration and knowledge exchange with Brazil. With a focus on student mobility and research clusters, Brasillinois aims to pioneer a model of collaboration between U.S. higher education and the Global...
2026-08-18 - We are proud to share the publication of "Arab Brazil: Fictions of Ternary Orientalism," authored by Professor Waïl S. Hassan, a distinguished member of the Department of Comparative & World Literature and an affiliate of the Lemann Institute for Brazilian...
2024-06-30 - This comprehensive bilingual manual provides essential information and guidance to help Brazilian newcomers navigate life in Urbana-Champaign. In both Portuguese and English, the manual covers key topics such as housing, healthcare, education, and community services....
2024-04-24 - 4/28 | 3pm | Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Please join us for an amazing performance by the Brazilian Jazz Ensemble in the Krannert Center! We are excited for their presentation and we hope to see you there!
2024-04-09 - Check out these musical events that are a collaboration with the Lemann Center and high schools throughout Chicago!
2024-02-14 - Read our Daily Illini interview on the 2024 Carnaval at the Krannert Center! Thank you for the spotlight and interview!
2023-12-27 - I'm delighted to share that the Campus Research Board has approved my proposal, titled "Portrait: Music for Clarinet and Piano with Iura de Rezende and Elisa Galeano." Furthermore, this proposal has been designated as an Arnold O. Beckman Award. The inspiration for this project stems from my...
2023-02-23 - Read about our 2023 Carnaval Celebration by Daily Illini! Thank you to Daily Illini for the highlight and article!- 2020-02-18 - Read on about the YMCA 2020 Carnaval.