Chris Kennedy’s introduction to the media as a potential candidate for Illinois governor in 2018 got off to a rocky start at the Democratic National Convention. After a speech in which he criticized Governor Bruce Rauner, the former chairman of the University of Illinois Board of Trustees attempted to rush past reporters, and would not answer questions about possibly running for governor himself in 2018.

It’s been nearly a week since Phyllis Wise abruptly stepped down as chancellor of the University of Illinois’ Urbana campus. She cited "external issues" that have “distracted us from the important tasks at hand.

Outgoing U of I President Bob Easter will step down as an administrator - for good this time - after weekend commencement ceremonies.  He talked with Jeff Bossert about being tapped to lead the school in 2012, and what he's learned since.

Ed McMillan, a U of I graduate and Trustee since 2009, replaces Chris Kennedy in the leadership post. 

University Trustees will vote a new chairman to replace the outgoing Chris Kennedy at their meeting Thursday in Chicago.