Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics

Enhancing the SA experience through intentionally designed programming rooted in our core values of: Unify. Develop. Inspire. Achieve.

[Illinois Football @IlliniFootball]

TJ Griffin — B1G Jackie Robinson Community & Impact Award winner for the University of Illinois.

[Illinois Athletics @IlliniAthletics]

Tali Joelson of @IlliniWGym brings a positive and service-oriented attitude to every event she commits to, and that's why she is our female Big Ten Jackie Robinson Community & Impact Award winner.

[Illinois Athletics @IlliniAthletics]

A leader and an uplifter of those around him. TJ Griffin is our male Big Ten Jackie Robinson Community & Impact Award winner!

[Illini Inclusion @dei_illini]

Your 25-26 Affinity Group Leaders!

From EMPOWER to International Illini to Illini Allies, these student leaders are building bridges, amplifying voices, and creating spaces of belonging across campus.

Swipe to see this years’s leadership!

[Illinois Swimming & Diving @IlliniSwimDive]

We had a great time today being joined by Reagan on her signing day!

@TheIlliniWay

[Illinois Swimming & Diving @IlliniSwimDive]

Welcome, Reagan! The newest member of our FamILLy.

@TheIlliniWay

[Illinois Football @IlliniFootball]

A special delivery for the ones shaping tomorrow’s playbook.

[Illinois Football @IlliniFootball]

Taking it the extra yard for those who go the extra mile. Thank you teachers!

[Illinois Athletics @IlliniAthletics]

Happy LatinX Heritage Month! We're proud to honor and celebrate the contributions, cultures, and history of the LatinX community here at Illinois and beyond.

[Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics @TheIlliniWay]

Preparing today for tomorrow’s opportunities!

This week we hosted our annual Fighting Illini Networking Night, bringing together student-athletes, alumni, and industry professionals for an evening of meaningful conversations and connections!

[Altius Sports Partners @AltiusPartners]

On Campus with @IlliniAthletics: Altius’ Tyler Reichwein and Erin Chaplin met with administrators to advance commercial NIL strategies, followed by a panel focused on ways businesses can engage with #Illini student-athletes.

[Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics @TheIlliniWay]

The Big Ten has teamed up with Indiana Public Schools Foundation for a year-long partnership, with each Big Ten school adopting a classroom at James Russell Lowell School 51.

We recently visited to kick-off the partnership & cut the ribbon on a renovated basketball court!

[Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics @TheIlliniWay]

Build connections. Receive guidance. Elevate your journey.

Applications for the Illini Way Mentorship Program are now OPEN! Apply by Friday, September 19th, link in

[Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics @TheIlliniWay]

Your 2025-2026 B1G SAIC Representative!

This group is active in monthly meetings discussing the issues most important to Big Ten student-athletes and highlighting the ongoing work on campus

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Welcome back, Illini! Kicked off the year right with great speakers, food, and games.

Happy first day of classes and good luck this semester!

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Ready to level up? A year of top-tier mentorship and immersive experience awaits!

Apply for the NCAA Postgraduate Internship Program today!

[Illini Inclusion @dei_illini]

What a powerful weekend for our Illini!

Illini-athletes joined the Big Ten and HBCUs for the 2025 Big Life Series: Selma to Montgomery. An amazing and transformative experience grounded in history.

Thank you to the Big Ten for creating such an impactful opportunity. #B1GLife

[Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics @TheIlliniWay]

3️⃣ weeks | 5️⃣ sessions | 1️⃣ Team

Throughout July, Football engaged in five player development sessions.

Our Illini learned the foundations of financial wellness, identified core values for their leadership identity, and networked like a pro to prepare for life off the field.

[Illini Way SADev & Irwin Academics @TheIlliniWay]

Serving up impact!

Last Friday our student-athletes came together for fun competition and to support @UpliftingAth during the 2nd annual Spikeball tournament fundraiser.

Together we raised awareness and made a difference through sport. 🧡💙

[Big Ten Conference @bigten]

A great day in Selma ❤️

#B1GLife