Hi! My name is Alia Alsikafi and I’m currently a freshman studying mathematics at University of Illinois. I grew up in Lake Bluff Illinois, a northern suburb of Chicago. I’m the eldest of five siblings and having grown up always being surrounded by family and friends so I really value family time. I have always loved talking to new people and hearing their stories.

Hi! I'm a senior studying dietetics with the very reasonable goal of changing the world. At the end of my senior year, I'll be applying to the Peace Corps as a Health Extension Volunteer, and I could not be more enthused to embark on such an adventure. I grew up in a city-suburb hybrid called Elmwood Park that I feel was the most fantastic place to grow up in the universe (we had our choice of, like, twelve authentic pizza restaurants in the immediate area).

Hey there. My name is Mackenzie and I am a freshman at the University of Illinois (currently undeclared). I have bounced back and forth between the northwest suburbs of Chicago and the D.C. area throughout my life but currently reside in Mt. Prospect IL alongside a majority of my extended family.

Oh hey didn't see you there. My name is Maggie Benson and I am a current senior at U of I. After switching my major a few times, I finally settled into Elementary Education and I cannot wait to be a teacher! As the daughter of two UIUC alumni I was raised an Illini fan and I always envisioned myself attending school here one day.

Hi! My name is Dylan and I am currently a senior in Bioengineering. Over my four years I've been involved with several activities and organizations on campus including the Biomedical Engineering Society, intramural sports, Marching Illini, U of I Steel Band Ensemble and now Illini 4000!

Hi! I am a senior at the University of Illinois studying bioengineering. I'm from Downers Grove, IL and I have an obsession with my cat Oreo. My sophomore year, I studied abroad for 6 months in France and became addicted to espresso. On campus, I enjoy going to Illinois sporting events and helping with Women in Engineering outreach events.

Hiya everybody, hope today’s a good one! I’m a graduating senior who’ll have degrees in Spanish, Psychology, and Political Science come May 2017, with a minor in Environmental Science for funsies. I did the ride in 2015, and it was a crazy-awesome enough time that I figured I’d make the once-in-a-lifetime experience and make it a twice-in-a-lifetime one.

Hello world! Greeting from Champaign County! My name is Zhengdai Hu and you can call me David! I'm an international freshman from China, and this is my first year studying abroad ever! Fun Fact about my hometown: Orange Chicken is said to be originated from my hometown, although I had never eaten it until I came to US.

Hey everyone, I'm King Phil! I'm currently a senior studying Materials Science and Engineering with an emphasis in Metallurgy. As of March I have accepted an offer to work as a Plant Metallurgist for Webco Industries out in Oil City Pennsylvania.

Yell000! I'm Jessica Lenoch, and I'm a senior studying civil engineering! I'm from Burr Ridge, IL a southwest suburb of Chicago. I love traveling, reading, sleeping, being outside, dogs, and getting to know people!

My name is Tyler Levy and I am currently a senior majoring in Finance and minoring in Informatics. Born and raised in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, I could not have accomplished what I have without the support from my friends and family.

Hello! My name is Collin McKeough and I am currently a sophomore majoring in accounting at the University of Illinois. I grew up in Naperville, IL and am the oldest in my family, with two younger brothers and one younger sister. My family has been so supportive of everything I do, and I am so grateful for the opportunities that they have provided me.

Hi! My name is Mason Metzkes, I'm a freshman and I was born and raised in Plantation, Florida, a city near Fort Lauderdale. I came to the University of Illinois to study aerospace engineering and escape the Florida heat.

Hey! I'm Nick Nodus, a junior here at the University of Illinois from Willowbrook, a western suburb of Chicago. I really enjoy traveling, going to concerts and music festivals, and doing anything outdoors including hiking, skiing, running, and bike riding, which is a good thing because I'll be riding my bike across the country this summer!

HEY! My name is Julissa Nunez and I am from Lemont, IL, a small suburban town with a fairly decent football team. I am majoring in psychology and molecular and cellular biology with a minor in chemistry. I hope to go to medical school after graduation. I like bad pizza, music, and a good laugh. You can find me spending most of my time in the library or watching Netflix.

Hey everyone! My name is Logan, and I am a senior this year in Bioengineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I grew up on a small farm located just outside of Reddick, Illinois, so I love the outdoors and agriculture! As for involvement on campus, I am an avid sports fan, and I serve on the executive board for Illini Pride, the RSO that runs the student sections at all the sporting events on campus!

Hello! My name is Neeca, and I am from Des Plaines, a northwest suburb of Chicago. I graduated from Elk Grove High School, and now I am a freshman studying Actuarial Science. I was involved in cross country, marching band, and student council so naturally, I joined this amazing organization so I can work in a team setting once again and help kick cancer's butt across the country.

Hi, I'm Dan, and I'm studying Actuarial Science with a minor in Informatics, and I am currently in my senior year! After graduation, I hope to become an insurance actuary. I was born and raised in Downers Grove, Illinois with my older brother Mitch and two wonderful parents, Amy and Dave.

Thanks for visiting my fundraising profile! I'm currently a junior at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, majoring in clinical/community psychology and Spanish. In the future, I hope to go to graduate school to become a school psychologist.

Hello! I’m Analisa Soare, a first generation American and sophomore here at UIUC. I’m currently in the Division of General Studies – which is a fancy term for the School of the Undecided. However, I want to transfer into Material Science and Engineering, specifically Biomaterials for I wish to help people in my own, anonymous way.

Hello! Thanks so much for visiting my page! My name is Christina Su and I am currently a freshman at the University of Illinois. I am from Bloomington, Illinois where I was raised by my wonderful parents and grew up with my lovely older brother, Alex. I enjoy doing crafts, taking pictures, eating, exploring, reading, and coloring!

Hey guys, thanks for visiting my profile! My name is Nick Zhaoyuan Su and I was born and raised in a small town called Lanzhou in China. I moved to Rhode Island when I was 14 years old and graduated from Bishop Hendricken High School in Warwick. Currently, I’m a sophomore studying Architecture at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign.

My name is Colin Tainter. I am currently a freshman at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign studying undecided studies a.k.a undeclared. However, at the end of this year I plan to apply to the Business and Liberal Arts and Sciences colleges to study either Economics or Finance.

My name is Stefany Veldhuizen, I am a sophomore majoring in dietetics. Here on campus I am a research assistant in the Metabolic Kitchen and I volunteer with the Sports Nutritionist as well. After graduating from UIUC I plan to attend graduate school, and hope to work for a non-profit.

Hello, all. My name is Arturo Woodward-Montes and I am a civil engineering sophomore at the University of Illinois. I call the Washington D.C. area my home. I am the middle child in my family of five with an older brother and younger sister. Around campus, I am involved in the Cross Country and Track clubs where I run long distance.

Hi! Thank you for visiting my profile! My name is Shuchen Zhang. I’m a sophomore studying Computer Engineering here at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. I was born and raised in Nanjing, a beautiful city in China surrounded by mountains and Yangtze River.

Hello! My name is Zack Zlevor and I am currently a Senior at U of I. After completing my ride with the Illini4000 back in 2015, I am back for more! Along with Tyler Levy, I am a co-ride leader for this years team. Having done the ride before, I am excited to help the team reach their final destination while interacting with the many communities we reach along the way.