The city of Champaign, Illinois is located in the heart of the state and is home to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The term 'Champaign Locale' refers to the surrounding area, which includes the cities of Urbana (6 letters), Illini (6 letters), ILL (3 letters) and ARENA (5 letters). Urbana is a small city located just north of Champaign, and is home to the University of Illinois. Illini is the nickname for the University of Illinois' athletic teams, while ILL is the abbreviation for the state of Illinois. ARENA is a village located just south of Champaign, and is home to the State Farm Center, an ARENA used for sporting events and concerts.