U.Illinois mascot Chief Illiniwek to perform for last time
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - After 81 years of war paint and feathered headdresses, the University of Illinois' controversial American Indian mascot is performing his last dance.
After that, Chief Illiniwek's image and regalia will continue to be a subject of negotiations.
The mascot, whose fate was decided by school officials last week, will take center stage at Assembly Hall for one last performance Wednesday night during the men's basketball game between Illinois and Michigan.
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After that, Chief Illiniwek's image and regalia will continue to be a subject of negotiations.
The mascot, whose fate was decided by school officials last week, will take center stage at Assembly Hall for one last performance Wednesday night during the men's basketball game between Illinois and Michigan.