This is a nickname for the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Not to be confused with the University of Iowa ("UI" or simply "Iowa") or
Indiana University ("
IU"). This phrase carries with it a certain image/feel, as the University has built up a notable culture over its' century and one half existence and the phrase "U of I" quite possibly is the best label for that culture. The culture includes a passion for basketball,
drinking holiday Unofficial, superb academics, and or course, a lot of orange.