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An aerial view of the three U. of I. round barns, looking from the northeast, with Leah Wightman's high school photo inset. Barn photo by Justin Penrod

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1977 U. of I. Graduate Leaves Her Legacy to Preserve Historic Round Barns
August 25, 2025 / General News

By all accounts, Leah Jane Wightman was a loyal friend and daughter, a dedicated professional, and a very private person. When she passed away on November 18, 2024, at the age of 84, she demonstrated…
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Community Medicine: Pet Care Oasis on Wheels

June 28, 2024 / Giving Stories

Deserts in the Prairie State? Yes, according to Dr. Laura Frazier, who leads the community medicine program at the College of Veterinary Medicine. She says there are many “veterinary deserts”—areas where pet owners do not…
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