The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign aims to continue its legacy of excellence in education and research. Over 3,000 faculty members are involved in the discovery and creation of new knowledge. Their contributions are a major economic engine for the state. They have been awarded many of the most prestigious academic and creative awards in the world. Students of the highest caliber are attracted to the campus by its outstanding academic programs, exceptional resources, and numerous opportunities. They are part of research teams and spend semesters abroad. They create art in new and old ways. More than 425,000 alumni have graduated from Urbana, who are leaders in all aspects of human endeavor.