August 21, 2007

Contact: Jana Wise, 309/694-5546, jwise1@uis.edu

SPRINGFIELD – Peoria-area alumni of the University of Illinois at Springfield are invited to an After Work Social from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 29, at Uno's, located in the Mark Twain Hotel, 225 Adams in downtown Peoria.

UIS alumni, as well as current UIS students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to meet, reconnect, network, and socialize in a casual atmosphere. The event is hosted by the UIS Alumni Chapter in Peoria. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Reservations are not required.

For more information, contact the UIS Peoria Center at 309/694-5546 or send an e-mail to alumni@uis.edu.

The University of Illinois at Springfield, one of three U of I campuses, is a small, public liberal arts university that offers 42 degree programs: 21 bachelor’s, 20 master’s, and the Doctorate of Public Administration. UIS has a special mission in public affairs and service and is known for extraordinary internships, a wireless campus, extensive online offerings, and a commitment to teaching.