Stewardship Stories
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Former faculty member Dyanne Ferk advocates a lifelong philanthropy, noting, 'You don't have to be old to give.'
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Esports Offers a New Game in Town
A new, cutting edge esports gaming arena opened in fall 2023 at the University of Illinois Springfield. The arena was made possible thanks to the generous financial support of the Springfield-based M.G. Nelson Family Foundation. This support was pivotal in ensuring that UIS was able to outfit the arena with the latest technology and provide for future upgrades and needs.
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Giving Back Through Charitable Gift Annuities
Former UIS employee Mary Caroline Mitchell supports the University's endeavors to bolster 'learning how to learn'