Mathematics at Illinois

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for an open rank professor position. Exceptional candidates may be considered for the D’Angelo Endowed Chair. Target start date of August 16, 2026. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in Mathematics or a related field. Deadline: Nov 3, 2025. Full details including salary and benefit information available in listing.
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Read article: New Leadership Fall 2025
New Leadership Fall 2025
Going into the fall semester, the Department of Mathematics at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has had a few changes in leadership. Lee DeVille, the current Director of Undergraduate Studies, will also temporarily serve as Associate Chair for Instruction for the 2025-2026 academic year. Rui...
Read article: Department of Mathematics announces endowed chair search at Fall 2025 department meeting
Department of Mathematics announces endowed chair search at Fall 2025 department meeting
On Thursday September 4, 2025, the Department of Mathematics at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign held its Fall 2025 Department meeting. This meeting coincided with a number of exciting changes including the department’s relocation to Harker Hall while Altgeld Hall is under renovation. The...
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Read article: Historical math models recreated by students using 3D printing
Historical math models recreated by students using 3D printing
 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students recreated some of the historical mathematical models owned by the U. of I. math department using a 3D printer. The Illinois math department has nearly 400...
Read article: Alexander Yong named as first recipient of George Francis Student Engagement Award
Alexander Yong named as first recipient of George Francis Student Engagement Award
 The Department of Mathematics is pleased to announce that Professor Alexander Yong will be the first recipient of the George Francis Student Engagement Award. This grant will provide $12,500 in funding to Yong’s Illinois Combinatorics Lab for Undergraduate Experiences (ICLUE...
Read article: Four Illinois students receive Goldwater scholarships
Four Illinois students receive Goldwater scholarships
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — University of Illinois juniors David Balut, Alyssa Shih, Dmitriy Shvydkoy and Annie Zeng were awarded Barry M. Goldwater scholarships for their potential to contribute to the advancement of research in the natural sciences,...

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Campaign for Altgeld and Illini Halls

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The University of Illinois has embarked on a project to restore and renovate Altgeld Hall and replace its neighbor across Wright Street, Illini Hall, with a new building. An investment in these spaces will directly benefit thousands of students and faculty members. The renovation of Altgeld and a new Illini Hall will provide students and faculty collaborative spaces that are essential for learning and discovery in the 21st century and make both buildings accessible to all students.