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Follow the Hall of Fame adventure of Illini Alumni & Friends as they explore historic sport, cultural, and scenic destinations in upstate New York July 6-13, 2026!

Mark Thomas (U of I, AHS 75) shared insights on the politics, economics and development of Niagara Falls, the oldest sta...
13/07/2026

Mark Thomas (U of I, AHS 75) shared insights on the politics, economics and development of Niagara Falls, the oldest state park in the United States. Illini Alumni Roadtrippers were inspired by the Maid of the Mist, and a little intimidated by the power of the Cave of the Winds.

“Lucy! We’re home!”The Illini Alumni Roadtrippers paid respects to the First Lady of Comedy—Lucille Ball—in her hometow...
13/07/2026

“Lucy! We’re home!”

The Illini Alumni Roadtrippers paid respects to the First Lady of Comedy—Lucille Ball—in her hometown of Jamestown, NY.

As a bonus, guests enjoyed exploring the National Comedy Center and engaging with exhibits highlighting The Tonight Show, SNL, Seinfeld, and George Carlin (IYKYK!). The day ended with a chorus of Babalu and dinner at Ricky Ricardo’s Tropicana Club.

“It’s gotta be rock and roll music, if you wanna dance with me”. —Chuck Berry.The Illini Alumni Roadtrippers explored th...
12/07/2026

“It’s gotta be rock and roll music, if you wanna dance with me”.

—Chuck Berry.

The Illini Alumni Roadtrippers explored the incredible collection and architecture of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH—the site of the 1952 “Moondog Coronation” which is widely regarded as the first major rock concert.

“Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.”—Woody HayesThe Illini Alumni Road...
07/07/2026

“Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.”

—Woody Hayes

The Illini Alumni Roadtrippers kicked off their Hall of Fame Journey in Columbus, OH. Dinner at the legendary campus hotspot “The Varsity” and brief respect paid to Coach Hayes and the only two time Heisman Trophy Winner Archie Griffin!

The 28 Illini Alumni Roadtrippers began their 8-day journey of several of the nation’s most historic sport and cultural ...
06/07/2026

The 28 Illini Alumni Roadtrippers began their 8-day journey of several of the nation’s most historic sport and cultural institutions at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center on the UIUC campus. Led, by Department of Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Clinical Associate Professor Michael Raycraft, the trip was inspired by an undergraduate course he was been teaching since 2016.

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