The following story was published by WTAX/Capitol City Now on June 12, 2024.

"Some students at the University of Illinois Springfield will soon be spending less on textbooks. UIS has been awarded a $102,668 Open Education Resources grant from the Illinois Secretary of State that aims to reduce students’ need to purchase textbooks by promoting the use of free learning materials.

The story was published by WCIA-TV 3 on June 5, 2024.

"The University of Illinois Springfield Center for Lincoln Studies is holding two events later this month teaching the historical significance of Juneteenth and the struggle for Black citizenship in the state.

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the anniversary of enslaved African Americans in Texas hearing the news of their emancipation."

The story was published by The State Journal-Register on May 31, 2024.

"Former Pana star Olivia Lett was announced as the next head coach of the University of Illinois Springfield women’s basketball team on Friday.

She replaces Summer Quesenberry after two seasons, pending approval by the board of trustees.

The following story was published in The State Journal-Register on May 23, 2024.

"Mike Hermann was announced as the new University of Illinois Springfield athletic director on Thursday.

Hermann, who will take over June 17 following approval by the board of trustees, is wrapping up his third year as the senior associate athletic director for external operations at University of the Pacific in California.

Tomorrow, August 20, Parking Lot I will be closed to campus for parking due to Student Move-In Day.

Only on this date, Parking Lot F may be utilized as an alternate parking lot.

Thank you for your cooperation as we welcome new and returning students to campus.

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