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The Humanities Research Institute fosters interdisciplinary study in the humanities, arts, and social sciences at the University of Illinois.

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Latest HRI News

2025 Campus Awards for Excellence in Public Engagement

Awards Recognize Excellence in Public Engagement

HRI Director Antoinette Burton was awarded the Distinguished Award for Excellence in Public Engagement.

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Intern Spotlight: Serena Naji

Meet English major Serena Naji, HRI's 2024–25 Prindable Intern.

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Odyssey Advisor Q&A

Kate Spies, Visiting Odyssey Project Academic Advisor and Student Support Coordinator, on the 2025 application process and the “magic of the humanities.”

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Fellowships
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HRI supports humanities scholars from across the University of Illinois.

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Graduate Fellowship Awards: Application Guidelines Graduate Students
Faculty Fellowship Awards: Application Guidelines Faculty
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