UIUC Old Timers Thread

#101      

Joel Goodson

respect my decision™
My freshman year, ‘70, I had a Rhet 108 class (with 14 James Scholars and me -I wasn’t one). The very liberal professor told us the first day that the class would be held in Treno‘s for the rest of the semester. The smell in there at ten o’clock on Tuesday and Thursday mornings was bad enough to make one puke. Ahhhh the memories…
Cool story, but what about the origin of the name?
 
#103      

orange100

time to hop on the wife
Trenos?! I got awfully drunk there, underage, many times. It was a special place with that tri-level seating area in the back, the graffiti in the bathrooms, those big wooden booths along the north wall, the cheese fries. Loved it.
 

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#104      
This thread deserves to be revived.

I was a freshman in ‘66, so I missed the Butkus era but was there for the slush fund death spiral. Attended every game during my four years. My girlfriend and I attended every game in Block I in ‘68 and ‘69. We lost every game and badly in ‘69, but we stuck around to the bitter end every Saturday.

It just occurred to me, she hasn’t left early with me either. And now both retired, we have our first season tickets since ‘69 and have started the 850-mile (one way) drive to Memorial Stadium for games, vacationing locally between back-to-back home games.

You know you’re old, however, when you watch a video of “iconic buildings” on campus and you don’t recognize half of them. But by the time I arrived, the Assembly Hall was brand new and Alma had just been moved to Wright and Green (where I thought she had always been). Treno’s was our hangout, and we didn’t go to that mixer in one of the PAR basement lounges because REO Speedwagon was playing and we literally wouldn’t cross the street from FAR to see them.

I can’t hear Gimme Some Lovin’ without thinking of Chances R, and Bottle of Wine and Hey Jude always make me think Treno’s.

By the way, I know where the name of Treno’s comes from…
Got you by a couple years, but good to remember a time when football mattered on campus - not to mention an era when we were better than Michigan. A shame you missed the Butkus era. When he’d come in at center on 4th and short, everyone knew the play was Grabowski up the middle, including the opponen. It was a thing!
 
#105      
I thought I posted the origin of the name. Any, here goes, as told to me by Terry, the owner:

if you remember, the logo for Treno’s was three “Kilroy was here” faces, the top of a head with a big nose hanging over a line, in three sizes. They represented Terry’s three children, and the name, of course, was a contraction of “three noses.”

Now you know.
 
#106      
I thought I posted the origin of the name. Any, here goes, as told to me by Terry, the owner:

if you remember, the logo for Treno’s was three “Kilroy was here” faces, the top of a head with a big nose hanging over a line, in three sizes. They represented Terry’s three children, and the name, of course, was a contraction of “three noses.”

Now you know.
Found this on eBay. You can have it for $30. I'd like to have it, but not that much. https://www.ebay.com/itm/233545189301


Trenos_matchbook.jpg
 
#107      
Great site and thread here. While I never attended the U of I, I was born and raised in Champaign and my Father was a Pike and Class of 1938?

I remember going with family to Willlard and welcoming Butkus and teammates back from the Rose Bowl and then running into him at the Rose Bowl in 1984 where he almost took my head off with the look he gave me - I took a flash picture from a couple feet away as he signed a football. Turns out we were both drunk too.

My big motivation now is reminiscing about campus bars from 1970-1985. My bar was Dooley’s along with Stans, Whitts, Red Lion, etc. I have a lot of memories from them, including running with football players…

Anyway, just thought I would post here to prime the pump.

oh, and my parents are buried across from Memorial, so maybe that counts as well!
 
#110      
My wife and I left in 1980. Went to most games throughout the 80s. Then sporadic thereafter. Last time we were there for a game was 12 years ago. We decided to spend a lot more time and walk the entire campus. We basically covered all the ground from Lincoln Ave to 4th Street and Florida/Kirby to Springfield. We played a lot of trivia about things we did associated with different campus buildings and campus town establishments. We arrived Saturday morning. The first thing I did was drive down Wright Street the wrong way. I needed to use a washroom and was hoping the university buildings didn't require a university ID with a magnetic passcode (considering the current times). I was happy to see all the halls were open and especially my favorite, Altgeld. I went for the men's room that I had used so many times. Where I once read my all-time favorite bathroom stall wall graffiti. One wrote, "Jesus Saves!", another wrote below it, "Esposito rebounds and scores!" (Remember the 70s). The bathroom hasn't changed a bit. I was pumped looking forward to seeing so many places from my past. We checked out the Undergrad Library and were surprised by how empty it was, no students. We went to Treeno's and my wife had a Hazelnut Mocha Cappuccino Frappe Latte ( and few other words I think). I had hot chocolate. Something didn't seem quite right. We started to consider all the places we could have lunch. But, first we stopped in the Union and cashed a check. We decided that the line at Garcia's for a Gutbuster would be too long, so we headed for Papa Del's. We had a Chinese dish, or maybe it was Korean. That was surprising, and it didn't satisfy me. We considered Zorba's, Bubbie and Zadie's, Grunts, White Horse, Eddie's Deli, House of Chin (but we already had Chinese), Coslow's, or Pagliai's (but would have had to drive to Urbana), so we went to Deluxe Billiards. We walked right in got a seat at the bar and ordered a fish sandwich. I was disappointed they no longer had the turntable and albums that anyone could play. Again, something wasn't right. Maybe it was because they also no longer put pickles on the fish sandwiches. We thought we would have a drink in another of "our" bars. Particularly Round Robin where we had our first "official" date. We couldn't find Round Robin, Second Chance, Boni's, or Cochrane's. We also couldn't find Kam's and Dooley's, but we did find Murphy's. We chalked it up to our memory fading. So we went into McBride's to get Carmex before the game. Then went upstairs to see if Mabel's had any afternoon live music. We bought some Target home goods instead. Then we went next door to Record Service so I could go through the discount album bins looking for hidden gems. Didn't find any. Since we didn't need any Illini attire or books, we passed on going into Follett's. We had time for a matinee, but The Coed didn't have any. So we went to McKinley Hall and watched a classic (High Noon or Casablanca, I don't remember). We headed for the hotel (Jumer's Castle Lodge, I think) to check-in before the game. I thought I would see what live music there might be available after the game at The Red Lion, The Alley Cat, or Panama Red's. Couldn't find anything online. Went to the game. Had a great day. The next morning we stopped at the Alma Mater for a photo op, then crossed Wright to the News Stand at Green and Wright to buy a Chicago Tribune or Wall Street Journal and have a cup of coffee before driving 3 hours home. Can anybody remember if that news stand with the breakfast diner bar had a name? We and none of our friends can come up with anything.

In all seriousness, we had a great time. The game was exciting. The present and future of Illinois sports is looking up. I absolutely understand change, the need for change, and nothing stays the same. We still love the UofI campus and I am confident it will retain its character and certainly it's credentials. I was reasonably prepared for the change of campus town because I read a lot and stay somewhat informed. But I could not grasp the transformation until I saw it. Campus town is a sad sight. I understand why it changed, but it doesn't make me happy nor do the reasons why it changed. I won't say anymore because it might sound like I am something I am not. I feel sorry for the current students, but I guess they'll never know what they missed. It will always be my college, but it is no longer my college town. Sorry, this started out to be fun, but turned melancholy. We had fun and we'll go back.
 
#111      
My wife and I left in 1980. Went to most games throughout the 80s. Then sporadic thereafter. Last time we were there for a game was 12 years ago. We decided to spend a lot more time and walk the entire campus. We basically covered all the ground from Lincoln Ave to 4th Street and Florida/Kirby to Springfield. We played a lot of trivia about things we did associated with different campus buildings and campus town establishments. We arrived Saturday morning. The first thing I did was drive down Wright Street the wrong way. I needed to use a washroom and was hoping the university buildings didn't require a university ID with a magnetic passcode (considering the current times). I was happy to see all the halls were open and especially my favorite, Altgeld. I went for the men's room that I had used so many times. Where I once read my all-time favorite bathroom stall wall graffiti. One wrote, "Jesus Saves!", another wrote below it, "Esposito rebounds and scores!" (Remember the 70s). The bathroom hasn't changed a bit. I was pumped looking forward to seeing so many places from my past. We checked out the Undergrad Library and were surprised by how empty it was, no students. We went to Treeno's and my wife had a Hazelnut Mocha Cappuccino Frappe Latte ( and few other words I think). I had hot chocolate. Something didn't seem quite right. We started to consider all the places we could have lunch. But, first we stopped in the Union and cashed a check. We decided that the line at Garcia's for a Gutbuster would be too long, so we headed for Papa Del's. We had a Chinese dish, or maybe it was Korean. That was surprising, and it didn't satisfy me. We considered Zorba's, Bubbie and Zadie's, Grunts, White Horse, Eddie's Deli, House of Chin (but we already had Chinese), Coslow's, or Pagliai's (but would have had to drive to Urbana), so we went to Deluxe Billiards. We walked right in got a seat at the bar and ordered a fish sandwich. I was disappointed they no longer had the turntable and albums that anyone could play. Again, something wasn't right. Maybe it was because they also no longer put pickles on the fish sandwiches. We thought we would have a drink in another of "our" bars. Particularly Round Robin where we had our first "official" date. We couldn't find Round Robin, Second Chance, Boni's, or Cochrane's. We also couldn't find Kam's and Dooley's, but we did find Murphy's. We chalked it up to our memory fading. So we went into McBride's to get Carmex before the game. Then went upstairs to see if Mabel's had any afternoon live music. We bought some Target home goods instead. Then we went next door to Record Service so I could go through the discount album bins looking for hidden gems. Didn't find any. Since we didn't need any Illini attire or books, we passed on going into Follett's. We had time for a matinee, but The Coed didn't have any. So we went to McKinley Hall and watched a classic (High Noon or Casablanca, I don't remember). We headed for the hotel (Jumer's Castle Lodge, I think) to check-in before the game. I thought I would see what live music there might be available after the game at The Red Lion, The Alley Cat, or Panama Red's. Couldn't find anything online. Went to the game. Had a great day. The next morning we stopped at the Alma Mater for a photo op, then crossed Wright to the News Stand at Green and Wright to buy a Chicago Tribune or Wall Street Journal and have a cup of coffee before driving 3 hours home. Can anybody remember if that news stand with the breakfast diner bar had a name? We and none of our friends can come up with anything.

In all seriousness, we had a great time. The game was exciting. The present and future of Illinois sports is looking up. I absolutely understand change, the need for change, and nothing stays the same. We still love the UofI campus and I am confident it will retain its character and certainly it's credentials. I was reasonably prepared for the change of campus town because I read a lot and stay somewhat informed. But I could not grasp the transformation until I saw it. Campus town is a sad sight. I understand why it changed, but it doesn't make me happy nor do the reasons why it changed. I won't say anymore because it might sound like I am something I am not. I feel sorry for the current students, but I guess they'll never know what they missed. It will always be my college, but it is no longer my college town. Sorry, this started out to be fun, but turned melancholy. We had fun and we'll go back.
'74 grad here. Great walk down memory lane. Thanks for sharing. I'll add one more. Dropped into Shumachers (sp? It's been awhile) to buy a suit for my job interviews.
 
#113      
'74 grad here. Great walk down memory lane. Thanks for sharing. I'll add one more. Dropped into Shumachers (sp? It's been awhile) to buy a suit for my job interviews.
I'm glad you and some others enjoyed this. I had forgotten the Schumacher's name, but when my wife and I were standing at 6th and Green and debating which establishments were in each order (she was better than me) I reminded her of the men's clothing store. There was also a stereo store there that had an entrance on Green and an entrance on 6th.
 
#114      
My wife and I left in 1980. Went to most games throughout the 80s. Then sporadic thereafter. Last time we were there for a game was 12 years ago. We decided to spend a lot more time and walk the entire campus. We basically covered all the ground from Lincoln Ave to 4th Street and Florida/Kirby to Springfield. We played a lot of trivia about things we did associated with different campus buildings and campus town establishments. We arrived Saturday morning. The first thing I did was drive down Wright Street the wrong way. I needed to use a washroom and was hoping the university buildings didn't require a university ID with a magnetic passcode (considering the current times). I was happy to see all the halls were open and especially my favorite, Altgeld. I went for the men's room that I had used so many times. Where I once read my all-time favorite bathroom stall wall graffiti. One wrote, "Jesus Saves!", another wrote below it, "Esposito rebounds and scores!" (Remember the 70s). The bathroom hasn't changed a bit. I was pumped looking forward to seeing so many places from my past. We checked out the Undergrad Library and were surprised by how empty it was, no students. We went to Treeno's and my wife had a Hazelnut Mocha Cappuccino Frappe Latte ( and few other words I think). I had hot chocolate. Something didn't seem quite right. We started to consider all the places we could have lunch. But, first we stopped in the Union and cashed a check. We decided that the line at Garcia's for a Gutbuster would be too long, so we headed for Papa Del's. We had a Chinese dish, or maybe it was Korean. That was surprising, and it didn't satisfy me. We considered Zorba's, Bubbie and Zadie's, Grunts, White Horse, Eddie's Deli, House of Chin (but we already had Chinese), Coslow's, or Pagliai's (but would have had to drive to Urbana), so we went to Deluxe Billiards. We walked right in got a seat at the bar and ordered a fish sandwich. I was disappointed they no longer had the turntable and albums that anyone could play. Again, something wasn't right. Maybe it was because they also no longer put pickles on the fish sandwiches. We thought we would have a drink in another of "our" bars. Particularly Round Robin where we had our first "official" date. We couldn't find Round Robin, Second Chance, Boni's, or Cochrane's. We also couldn't find Kam's and Dooley's, but we did find Murphy's. We chalked it up to our memory fading. So we went into McBride's to get Carmex before the game. Then went upstairs to see if Mabel's had any afternoon live music. We bought some Target home goods instead. Then we went next door to Record Service so I could go through the discount album bins looking for hidden gems. Didn't find any. Since we didn't need any Illini attire or books, we passed on going into Follett's. We had time for a matinee, but The Coed didn't have any. So we went to McKinley Hall and watched a classic (High Noon or Casablanca, I don't remember). We headed for the hotel (Jumer's Castle Lodge, I think) to check-in before the game. I thought I would see what live music there might be available after the game at The Red Lion, The Alley Cat, or Panama Red's. Couldn't find anything online. Went to the game. Had a great day. The next morning we stopped at the Alma Mater for a photo op, then crossed Wright to the News Stand at Green and Wright to buy a Chicago Tribune or Wall Street Journal and have a cup of coffee before driving 3 hours home. Can anybody remember if that news stand with the breakfast diner bar had a name? We and none of our friends can come up with anything.

In all seriousness, we had a great time. The game was exciting. The present and future of Illinois sports is looking up. I absolutely understand change, the need for change, and nothing stays the same. We still love the UofI campus and I am confident it will retain its character and certainly it's credentials. I was reasonably prepared for the change of campus town because I read a lot and stay somewhat informed. But I could not grasp the transformation until I saw it. Campus town is a sad sight. I understand why it changed, but it doesn't make me happy nor do the reasons why it changed. I won't say anymore because it might sound like I am something I am not. I feel sorry for the current students, but I guess they'll never know what they missed. It will always be my college, but it is no longer my college town. Sorry, this started out to be fun, but turned melancholy. We had fun and we'll go back.
GREAT stuff, thank you! You're a few years ahead of me but 90% of the references hit home.

Think I'll stop at Doc J's for some cheese fries after I make some copies at Kinko's.

And true about the libraries, too. Been reading articles about a lot of school libraries cutting hours or closing outright. All is virtual now and the students study elsewhere. Illinois even has an FAQ on the closings. https://faq.library.illinois.edu/faq/170507
 
#115      
GREAT stuff, thank you! You're a few years ahead of me but 90% of the references hit home.

Think I'll stop at Doc J's for some cheese fries after I make some copies at Kinko's.

And true about the libraries, too. Been reading articles about a lot of school libraries cutting hours or closing outright. All is virtual now and the students study elsewhere. Illinois even has an FAQ on the closings. https://faq.library.illinois.edu/faq/170507
Thanks for playing!
 
#116      

Mr. Tibbs

southeast DuPage
And true about the libraries, too. Been reading articles about a lot of school libraries cutting hours or closing outright. All is virtual now and the students study elsewhere. Illinois even has an FAQ on the closings. https://faq.library.illinois.edu/faq/170507
what a shame about the limited use anymore of libraries for research and study time. I think a lot has changed and is still going to change with regards to the once huge use of the grad and undergrad libraries there. I still get "chills" when I see movies or pictures of grad high ceiling ivy league type libraries with green lamp shades and long wooden tables and private study spaces

things inevitably change, tho, I get that
 
#117      
My wife and I left in 1980. Went to most games throughout the 80s. Then sporadic thereafter. Last time we were there for a game was 12 years ago. We decided to spend a lot more time and walk the entire campus. We basically covered all the ground from Lincoln Ave to 4th Street and Florida/Kirby to Springfield. We played a lot of trivia about things we did associated with different campus buildings and campus town establishments. We arrived Saturday morning. The first thing I did was drive down Wright Street the wrong way. I needed to use a washroom and was hoping the university buildings didn't require a university ID with a magnetic passcode (considering the current times). I was happy to see all the halls were open and especially my favorite, Altgeld. I went for the men's room that I had used so many times. Where I once read my all-time favorite bathroom stall wall graffiti. One wrote, "Jesus Saves!", another wrote below it, "Esposito rebounds and scores!" (Remember the 70s). The bathroom hasn't changed a bit. I was pumped looking forward to seeing so many places from my past. We checked out the Undergrad Library and were surprised by how empty it was, no students. We went to Treeno's and my wife had a Hazelnut Mocha Cappuccino Frappe Latte ( and few other words I think). I had hot chocolate. Something didn't seem quite right. We started to consider all the places we could have lunch. But, first we stopped in the Union and cashed a check. We decided that the line at Garcia's for a Gutbuster would be too long, so we headed for Papa Del's. We had a Chinese dish, or maybe it was Korean. That was surprising, and it didn't satisfy me. We considered Zorba's, Bubbie and Zadie's, Grunts, White Horse, Eddie's Deli, House of Chin (but we already had Chinese), Coslow's, or Pagliai's (but would have had to drive to Urbana), so we went to Deluxe Billiards. We walked right in got a seat at the bar and ordered a fish sandwich. I was disappointed they no longer had the turntable and albums that anyone could play. Again, something wasn't right. Maybe it was because they also no longer put pickles on the fish sandwiches. We thought we would have a drink in another of "our" bars. Particularly Round Robin where we had our first "official" date. We couldn't find Round Robin, Second Chance, Boni's, or Cochrane's. We also couldn't find Kam's and Dooley's, but we did find Murphy's. We chalked it up to our memory fading. So we went into McBride's to get Carmex before the game. Then went upstairs to see if Mabel's had any afternoon live music. We bought some Target home goods instead. Then we went next door to Record Service so I could go through the discount album bins looking for hidden gems. Didn't find any. Since we didn't need any Illini attire or books, we passed on going into Follett's. We had time for a matinee, but The Coed didn't have any. So we went to McKinley Hall and watched a classic (High Noon or Casablanca, I don't remember). We headed for the hotel (Jumer's Castle Lodge, I think) to check-in before the game. I thought I would see what live music there might be available after the game at The Red Lion, The Alley Cat, or Panama Red's. Couldn't find anything online. Went to the game. Had a great day. The next morning we stopped at the Alma Mater for a photo op, then crossed Wright to the News Stand at Green and Wright to buy a Chicago Tribune or Wall Street Journal and have a cup of coffee before driving 3 hours home. Can anybody remember if that news stand with the breakfast diner bar had a name? We and none of our friends can come up with anything.

In all seriousness, we had a great time. The game was exciting. The present and future of Illinois sports is looking up. I absolutely understand change, the need for change, and nothing stays the same. We still love the UofI campus and I am confident it will retain its character and certainly it's credentials. I was reasonably prepared for the change of campus town because I read a lot and stay somewhat informed. But I could not grasp the transformation until I saw it. Campus town is a sad sight. I understand why it changed, but it doesn't make me happy nor do the reasons why it changed. I won't say anymore because it might sound like I am something I am not. I feel sorry for the current students, but I guess they'll never know what they missed. It will always be my college, but it is no longer my college town. Sorry, this started out to be fun, but turned melancholy. We had fun and we'll go back.
Ah yes, strolling down memory lane. Class of '80 here. I'd probably have gone to Lox, Stock and Bagel for a sandwich.
 
#118      
what a shame about the limited use anymore of libraries for research and study time. I think a lot has changed and is still going to change with regards to the once huge use of the grad and undergrad libraries there. I still get "chills" when I see movies or pictures of grad high ceiling ivy league type libraries with green lamp shades and long wooden tables and private study spaces

things inevitably change, tho, I get that
My fav was always the Geography library. Giant tables to hold the maps that allowed you to spread out as much as needed. Also had the advantage of NEVER being crowded!
 
#119      
My wife and I left in 1980. Went to most games throughout the 80s. Then sporadic thereafter. Last time we were there for a game was 12 years ago. We decided to spend a lot more time and walk the entire campus. We basically covered all the ground from Lincoln Ave to 4th Street and Florida/Kirby to Springfield. We played a lot of trivia about things we did associated with different campus buildings and campus town establishments. We arrived Saturday morning. The first thing I did was drive down Wright Street the wrong way. I needed to use a washroom and was hoping the university buildings didn't require a university ID with a magnetic passcode (considering the current times). I was happy to see all the halls were open and especially my favorite, Altgeld. I went for the men's room that I had used so many times. Where I once read my all-time favorite bathroom stall wall graffiti. One wrote, "Jesus Saves!", another wrote below it, "Esposito rebounds and scores!" (Remember the 70s). The bathroom hasn't changed a bit. I was pumped looking forward to seeing so many places from my past. We checked out the Undergrad Library and were surprised by how empty it was, no students. We went to Treeno's and my wife had a Hazelnut Mocha Cappuccino Frappe Latte ( and few other words I think). I had hot chocolate. Something didn't seem quite right. We started to consider all the places we could have lunch. But, first we stopped in the Union and cashed a check. We decided that the line at Garcia's for a Gutbuster would be too long, so we headed for Papa Del's. We had a Chinese dish, or maybe it was Korean. That was surprising, and it didn't satisfy me. We considered Zorba's, Bubbie and Zadie's, Grunts, White Horse, Eddie's Deli, House of Chin (but we already had Chinese), Coslow's, or Pagliai's (but would have had to drive to Urbana), so we went to Deluxe Billiards. We walked right in got a seat at the bar and ordered a fish sandwich. I was disappointed they no longer had the turntable and albums that anyone could play. Again, something wasn't right. Maybe it was because they also no longer put pickles on the fish sandwiches. We thought we would have a drink in another of "our" bars. Particularly Round Robin where we had our first "official" date. We couldn't find Round Robin, Second Chance, Boni's, or Cochrane's. We also couldn't find Kam's and Dooley's, but we did find Murphy's. We chalked it up to our memory fading. So we went into McBride's to get Carmex before the game. Then went upstairs to see if Mabel's had any afternoon live music. We bought some Target home goods instead. Then we went next door to Record Service so I could go through the discount album bins looking for hidden gems. Didn't find any. Since we didn't need any Illini attire or books, we passed on going into Follett's. We had time for a matinee, but The Coed didn't have any. So we went to McKinley Hall and watched a classic (High Noon or Casablanca, I don't remember). We headed for the hotel (Jumer's Castle Lodge, I think) to check-in before the game. I thought I would see what live music there might be available after the game at The Red Lion, The Alley Cat, or Panama Red's. Couldn't find anything online. Went to the game. Had a great day. The next morning we stopped at the Alma Mater for a photo op, then crossed Wright to the News Stand at Green and Wright to buy a Chicago Tribune or Wall Street Journal and have a cup of coffee before driving 3 hours home. Can anybody remember if that news stand with the breakfast diner bar had a name? We and none of our friends can come up with anything.

In all seriousness, we had a great time. The game was exciting. The present and future of Illinois sports is looking up. I absolutely understand change, the need for change, and nothing stays the same. We still love the UofI campus and I am confident it will retain its character and certainly it's credentials. I was reasonably prepared for the change of campus town because I read a lot and stay somewhat informed. But I could not grasp the transformation until I saw it. Campus town is a sad sight. I understand why it changed, but it doesn't make me happy nor do the reasons why it changed. I won't say anymore because it might sound like I am something I am not. I feel sorry for the current students, but I guess they'll never know what they missed. It will always be my college, but it is no longer my college town. Sorry, this started out to be fun, but turned melancholy. We had fun and we'll go back.
Well, a work colleague of my wife's found an article to answer my question regarding the store at Green and Wright. I kept saying it was something like "Campus News". It was "Campus Drugstore". This reminded my of other fun things we did on this reminiscing weekend. Point of reference: we met during New Student week 1976 at PAR. We were good friends the entire stay, but never anything more until her last semester 1980. I needed 1 more semester due to 2 changes to my major (and other factors not necessary to disclose). She knew I was in engineering, but she really didn't know anything about that end of campus. So it was the first time I ever told her about those engineering, mathematics, and physics buildings that I spent most of my time in. When we were friends she just thought of me as a nice, fun, music-loving, druggie and I was fine with that. While walking she said she thinks she had a Math class once in Smith Hall. I said, "That explains an awful lot. You were probably sitting in a music class!". We laughed. Her math ineptitude is the source of so many family hysterical stories. She is a brilliant writer and manager (currently a COO), but as a sixty-something, she is so proud of herself when she correctly adds 3 numbers. We drove by Carle Park in Urbana. That was a common haunt for many PAR residents. There is a 2 story concrete structure there for some reason. I don't know what it was, but you could go inside and up the stairs to an "observation" deck. My wife said, "Did we make out in there one time?". I said, "Uhh... I think you may be thinking of someone else". She was slightly embarrassed, but we laughed so hard. After the game, knowing there was no music scene, we went to the Illini Inn (where I worked 3 years for Willie). The bartender must have been new. He didn't know what to do when I handed him my Mug Club card. OK, I might be done now!
 
#122      

RichardKeenesCousin

Richard Keene's Cousin
I think that we have been very good with NIL expectations (offers) in comparison to some other P5 schools landing some very good recruits that we typically would strike out on....probably....and I say probably these P5 schools were caught a little off guard as to the effects of NIL....thinking the old way of doing business was still good enough to bring in the top recruits....but as these schools become more efficient with NIL offers, will this again level the playing field for top 100 recruits...kind of going back to the way it was before?? Maybe.....but as long as we have the coaching staff that we currently have, I believe we will continue to have a leg up so to speak with many of these top recruits....I've been an Illini follower for 60+ years and this current recruiting success is the best I can remember:hailtotheorange:

Got me thinking.... Who is the oldest message boarder? I'm 41.... or a least that is what I'm going to tell everyone on here.
 
#123      
Got me thinking.... Who is the oldest message boarder? I'm 41.... or a least that is what I'm going to tell everyone on here.
I will be 82 on the 15th of this month...I started following the Illini with Nick Weatherspoon and Nick Connor, but I didn't get season tickets until Bartow became coach and then maintained them until 1996 when I left the U of Illinois for a professorship in Tel Aviv
 
#124      
I will be 82 on the 15th of this month...I started following the Illini with Nick Weatherspoon and Nick Connor, but I didn't get season tickets until Bartow became coach and then maintained them until 1996 when I left the U of Illinois for a professorship in Tel Aviv
We share a birthday kisseber, although I'm of a slightly more recent vintage.
Hopefully the football team can gift us a win on Saturday.
 
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Class of 1975. Also grew up in the area. What was across the street from 2nd Chance? A few more: Dan Fogelberg at the Red Herring. Various acts at Panama Reds. Also, the tavern with cheap beer on tap that served codfish sandwiches on friday? The bar over by discount records that served watered down beer if you had a student ID?

My best football memory was Dad's Day September 22, 1990 with my oldest daughter, when Howard Griffith had a big day against SIU. Best basketball memory is with my parents on December 4 1964 at the building then known as the Assembly Hall.
There are many who would still say it is called the Assembly Hall.