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This I Believe Illinois
Weekdays at 7:45 a.m., 4:45 p.m., annually
Hosted by Randy Eccles
,
Ko'u Hopkins
,
Kate McKenzie

This I Believe Illinois is NPR Illinois' annual essay program for Illinois high school seniors. An expression of where their minds are as they prepare to enter the adult world.

Details for the Fall 2025 program are listed below. Please contact Ko'u Hopkins at ahopk3@uis.edu with any questions.

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