Illinois has taken steps to find a new mascot but has not committed to a name change. In September 2020, the campus senate endorsed a change to the belted kingfisher, a blue and orange bird native to the state. (I've never seen one or even heard of one.)
The university retired Chief Illiniwek in 2007 after the NCAA found the mascot to be "hostile and abusive." (Really, hostile and abusive? Come on.)
So, you better go out and buy any U of I mascot-related items. I know I have a sweatshirt, tee shirt and hat with the likeness. As well as a couple bumper stickers.
If I were a member of the Illini tribe or an Indian. I don't think I'd find offense with the image.
--CootIllini
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