Maaike Niekerk is a journalist writing for The Daily Illini, focusing on local news and events in Champaign Urbana, Illinois. With a passion for arts and entertainment, Maaike covers live performances, concerts, and cultural events happening in the community.
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By: Maaike Niekerk, Ethan Oskroba
Amid the unending slog of exams and projects coupled with the anticipation of winter break, the impending spring semester might get lost in the shuffle. Yet the piercing winds and gray, blustery days are making one thing clear — winter has arrived in Champaign-Urbana, and it'll only get colder from here on out.
By: Maaike Niekerk, Mariana Quezada
Adam Atrix remembers first recording songs with wired headphones in his basement in high school. Since then, his passion for the world of music has only skyrocketed. On Nov. 29, he released “ATRIXXX:REMIXXXED,” the remix version of his debut record, “ATRIXXX.”
Check out buzz’s picks for the top 10 new music releases of the past week, updated weekly. The list consists of the best songs, albums, EPs and music videos from all genres of music. Feel free to let us know if we missed anything. “Sugar In The Tank” — Julien Baker, TORRES With her...
By: Kayla Constabileo, Maaike Niekerk
On Dec. 11, the Champaign County Environmental Stewards began its public capital campaign for a household hazardous waste collection facility in Urbana, which would provide residents with a way to dispose of HHW year-round.
By: Nicolas Roacho, Maaike Niekerk
Italian progressive rock band Goblin played at The Canopy Club on Saturday for the final stop in its North American tour, performing the biggest hits by composer and founder Claudio Simonetti. Goblin is mainly known for its movie soundtracks which include several classic horror films such as “Dawn of the Dead” and various films from...
Imagine being an athlete who can now be scouted without meeting a scout in person. The idea of this is becoming the new reality, making the lives of athletes and scouts easier.
By: Jessie Wang, Maaike Niekerk, Lauren Castaldo
During warmer months, students can be spotted crowding the bus stops in cowboy boots, flannels and denim attire. No, there is not a new microtrend, a missed day of Halloweekend or a failed attempt at implementing Southern culture into our Midwest campus: These students are preparing for a time they can only hope to remember by dancing the night away in a barn.
By: Maaike Niekerk, Nina Issel
Marvel fans met the franchise's newest superhuman protagonist in film form on Dec. 13 when J. C. Chandor's “Kraven the Hunter” was released in cinemas. The film features Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose and many more.
By: Maaike Niekerk, Jahzara Norris
Tucked away in the basement of an unassuming house just off the University campus, a vibrant underground scene has emerged. Known to its patrons as GayBar, this student-run space has become a beacon of inclusivity and self-expression, drawing in crowds of queer-identifying partygoers. GayBar was inspired by previously existing queer-friendly venues such as The Igloo....
By: Maaike Niekerk
With finals week wrapping up, there's nothing more comforting than the perfect pairing of a warm, toasty bagel and some hot coffee.
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