So a friend of your brother-in-law's old college roommate works, or once worked, at the University of Illinois:
a. in the athletics department;
b. as a temporary clerical worker; or
c. in the president's office.
It's 11 on a weeknight, and you've called everyone else you and your friends know with a UI connection. What's the chance this guy's got a couple of extra Rose Bowl tickets?
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