The Vision
Founded in 2021, Illini VEX Robotics is the “Premier Robotics Organization” at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. With the platform of VEX, we strive to promote STEM by creating Research & Design Projects, Software Development Tools, and competing in the International level VEX U Competition.
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Meet the Team
VEX U Competition
Collaborate with students to design, build, and program robots to compete in VEX U Competitions. This year’s game, Over Under, features robots launching tri-balls across the field and a final challenge where robots climb high to earn extra points!
Research And Design (R&D)
The R&D Team meets to develop solutions at the intersection of human centered design, CS, and robotics. All projects are ultimately showcased at the yearly Engineering Open House!
Software Development
The Software Development Team specializes in diverse projects encompassing agile methodologies, computer vision, and machine learning. Members are encouraged to propose new projects, fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Marketing
Interested in social media management, graphic design, website design, or video production? The Marketing Team offers a wide range of opportunities for those with any experience level!
Outreach
The Outreach Team offers a way for students to help IVR connect with the local community! These include planning social events, volunteer opportunities, and much more!
Corporate
Excited to dive into the business world? The Corporate Team gives members the opportunity to collaborate and communicate with external companies, organizations, and other RSOs!
Executive Board 2024-2025
Kevin RIfe
President
Mechanical Science and Engineering
Owen Harry
Vice President
Industrial Design
Ethan Chen
Treasurer
Systems Engineering
Ryan Bendersky
Corporate Director
Systems Engineering
Jonah Elias
VEXU Director Internal
Mechanical Engineering
Adwit Satyawadi
Marketing Director
Actuarial Science
William Graham
R&D Mechanical Director
Mechanical Engineering
Eric Yang
VEXU Director External
Engineering Mechanics
Shaun-Om Patel
R&D Software Director
Computer Science