Alumni Gala

The UIS Alumni Gala is an annual event that celebrates achievement and service by the University community. Each year alumni and friends are recognized for their contributions to the university, their community and the world.

2025 Alumni Gala

The 2025 Alumni Gala was held on February 21, 2025 at the UIS Student Union Ballroom. The following awards were presented at this program.

Alumni Achievement Award
The Honorable Cheri Callahan Bustos, MA '85

Distinguished Service Award
Charles N. Wheeler III

Alumni Humanitarian Award
Julie A. Pryde, MPH '17

Alumni Rising Star Award
Molly E. Berendt, MPA '19

a group of PAR students post with leadership and an award recipient
Charlie Wheeler laughs with former students
A group of women pose in a photo booth

View the full Alumni Gala gallery of photos from the event.