Events
Events are a great way for alumni and friends of the university to stay current with what's going on at UIS. There are many in person social events for the UIS community, as well as virtual ways to stay active with your alma mater.
Events are a great way for alumni and friends of the university to stay current with what's going on at UIS. There are many in person social events for the UIS community, as well as virtual ways to stay active with your alma mater.
Alumni and friends can invest in University of Illinois Springfield by sharing their time, skills and experience with students and campus units. Opportunities vary throughout the year – some are one-time-only events and others require ongoing commitment. If you have a skill or interest that is not listed, please contact advancement@uis.edu and we will help connect you to the right unit. Your engagement strengthens and maintains the reputation of your alma mater.
With more than 44,000 members, the global UIS Alumni family has shared experiences and pride in the University of Illinois Springfield and i
Scholarships offer generous donors a unique opportunity: A chance to truly impact the life of another person for the better.
Whether major or modest, scholarships benefit promising UIS students as they build their careers and move on to shape society's future. By creating a scholarship you will join hundreds of generous donors who each year make a positive difference in the lives of our students and in their futures.
The University of Illinois Springfield honored the significant contributions of Kathy Best and Mary Mitchell Beaumont during the university’s annual Alumni Gala on Friday, February 23, 2018, at the UIS Student Union.
The 2017 Alumni Achievement Award for outstanding success and national or international distinction in one’s business, profession or life’s work was presented to Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Kathy Best, who earned a master’s degree in public affairs reporting in 1990.
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