For a second year in a row, census numbers show that more students are attending the University of Illinois Springfield. After the first 10 days of classes, a total of 4,661 students are enrolled for Fall Semester 2023, an increase of 11% from 4,198 students in fall 2022.

Aaron Stewart has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for August 2023. He is the facilities business manager for UIS Facilities and Services. 

Stewart's nominator commends his work for demonstrating exceptional performance and his ability to handle an extensive workload with precision and efficiency. His knowledge of different programs and systems across campus makes him invaluable when assistance is needed.

The University of Illinois Springfield’s master’s degree in public health (MPH) has received accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). This is the first time in the 32-year history of the program that it has received national accreditation.

University of Illinois Springfield Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) is proud to announce a new collaboration with the Illinois Governor's Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) and the Grant Accountability and Transparency Unit (GATU). CAPE will launch a comprehensive training series designed to support grantees, potential grantees and state agency personnel in navigating the complex world of grant administration.