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Giving Tuesday: Make a Difference Today

It's Giving Tuesday! How will you make a difference today?

This Giving Tuesday, we are calling on our community to come together and support students at UIS. Your gift today has the power to change lives – by providing scholarships, funding research and enhancing the overall student experience.

As UIS, we are dedicated to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Whether students are conducting innovative research or preparing to enter the workforce, your support makes these opportunities possible.

Alumni Gala

Save the Date!

Friday, February 21, 2025
UIS Student Union Ballroom

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate outstanding alumni achievements. This special night will feature live music, a memorable photo booth, a delicious dinner, refreshing drinks, and the presentation of prestigious awards. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new memories. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Luke Runyon

Current Location: Grand Junction, Colorado

Hometown: Peoria, Illinois

Current Position: Co-Director at The Water Desk at the University of Colorado Center for Environmental Journalism

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Promising Prairie Star Recognition Program

We are pleased to announce our new Promising Prairie Star Recognition Program!

The Promising Prairie Star Recognition Program honors outstanding graduates under the age of forty or those who have graduated within the previous 5 years. Honorees are selected for their emerging and unique innovation, creativity and success in their chosen career and/or life's work. Established by the UIS Young Alumni Committee in 2024, the inaugural class of honorees will be selected and recognized in the Spring of 2025.