r/UIUC

i just have some herbal cigs i wanna use up, but i don’t want to be disrespectful and openly smoke in areas where it’s not ok. should i have to go off campus to enjoy my cigs?

I have lived in two apartments with Smile and noticed that every time I've signed they say that there's a mandatory carpet cleaning fee that automatically gets deducted from the security deposit upon move-out no matter what.

That by itself would be fair. But... every single time I have moved into a place, the carpets were filthy. I had been under the impression that you have to pay for the next tenant's carpet cleaning, but if that clearly isn't actually happening, where's the money actually going?

To be fair, the first time, I sent in a maintenance request and Smile sent someone for the carpet cleaning. But, I feel like I shouldn't even have to do this given that we are forced to agree to pay for carpet cleaning. I've heard that other people have also experienced this, and also that other companies have been doing this as well.

I would like to try to call to abolish the carpet cleaning fee or for better measures to ensure that they are actually cleaning the carpet if they choose to charge it. But... I don't know how much power we actually have to prevent the leasing companies from getting away with this.

Picked up my packet earlier this week and they gave me 6 keys and none of them are for my apartment unit, bedroom door, or mail box. One of them is from Uhaul. no one is answering me

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I'm coming in for Engineering but a little unsure on whether I will truly love it and want to pursue it. How easy is it to change to a Business major after a semester or two if you are an engineering student?

I’m 17 and will be at UIUC, and I’m wondering what the social scene is like for people who aren’t 18 yet.
Is it difficult to make friends or get involved in social circles because you can’t go to bars/most 18+ or 21+ events? Are there still plenty of ways to meet people, party, and have a normal social life at that age?
Would also appreciate hearing from anyone who was under 18 when they started at UIUC and what their experience was like

I need to get from Palos hills to campus but is there a cheaper method

Hey y'all,

For those of you coming from the North, just wanted to give you a heads up.

If you are coming down on I-57 South and are following the map the school gave you, exit 235A is closed. Literally gives no heads up until it's too late.

235B is open though if you're able to navigate that way.

Otherwise if you miss that, there's an exit 2 miles away that you can turn around on. That was our fun lesson to learn today!

https://preview.redd.it/vftu9b2gk8kh1.png?width=2046&format=png&auto=webp&s=ab50347b7d8b782c91d789e272cb7360a18a8416

Just officially started my PhD program. Week 1 is banana bread, using a recipe I got from ChatGPT. Let’s see how long I keep this going.

Thanks u/feeltheknead for inspiring me to post this.

maybe a dumb question but im living with smile starting friday and i was wondering if there were any specifics to look for in a router for my apartment (internet included in utility fee) + if i need an ethernet cable... recs would also be appreciated for either of these things but smile hasnt been returning my calls so i didnt know where to ask lol

So as the title suggests I desperately need housing advice Rn. I used to live at tower at third but due to an unfortunate situation with my roommates decided to go at it alone and get a studio. I went with 1005 S First St with green street realty.

I’m wondering has anyone else lived here or do you know anyone else that has lived here and what they thought about it?

I’ve already had to kill like 6 spiders and I even think I saw a roach!! I just moved in today and I regrettably couldn’t find any reviews talking about this building. Please let me know any advice or knowledge you have on the matter!

Thank you in advance!

Edit: It turns out what I saw was not a roach but in fact a crickets, it was extremely dark so I only saw somewhat the body shape and I’ve never seen a roach in person before. Sorry for any confusion! In other words the bug issue still persists I sprayed under the radiator where it seemed they came from and a bunch sprung out like 7 and since I have a severe phobia of bugs I had to leave.

I’m an engineering student living at PAR, so I’m gonna need to learn the buses. What’s the best way to do so? Also is there like a best app for them???

I’m 23 and a recent Psych transfer. Would I likely be “too old” to attend LAS Liftoff? I know there is no age limit but I am curious if I will feel as out of place as I am thinking I would.

On this note, any tips for “older” transfer students looking for that “college experience” would be greatly appreciated!

(I have already asked my advisor btw /s)