University of Illinois Day celebrated in the Capitol

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Wednesday was the University of Illinois Day at the State Capitol.

All three universities came together to advocate for funding for U of I.

They are pushing to enhance many programs in the university system that school officials said could boost the economy.

"For students to stay in Illinois and go to Illinois universities - not just the University of Illinois, but others," Chairman of U of I Advocacy Committee Randy Witter said.

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This is the 10th year the university has rallied at the Capitol.