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Each month we feature new and improved websites
at Illinois Springfield. Click on the image or headline
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December 2009
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Year
in Photos | highlights of 2009
Watch
our annual review of the year in photos, and revisit
the people, places, and events of 2009. Happy holidays from the Office
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Student
Life | diverse community
We have more events and activities on campus than ever before.
Learn about our many student organizations, the
upcoming Sibling Weekend and more at
the new Student Life website. |
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Register
for Spring Semester | take a class
Spring classes begin on January 19, 2010. Visit
the registration website for everything you need, including course
schedules, registration tips and more. |
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Come
to the Cabaret | January 22
Whatever your troubles, you'll forget them at the Kit-Kat
Club when Sangamon Auditorium presents the ever-popular Cabaret.
Tickets are on sale now at the website. |
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WUIS
Radio | new station
WUIS radio launched a second station featuring the music of artists
like David Bowie, Lyle Lovett and Elvis
Costello. Read more about this and other changes at the
WUIS website. |
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November 2009
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40 Years |
share your stories
In 2010 we'll celebrate our 40th anniversary. We're writing a complete history, making a great photo show, and collecting your stories. Send us your memories today. |
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NCAA Division II | basketball
Men's basketball plays their home opener against MacMurray on November 24. Women's basketball plays St. Ambrose earlier that night. Find the complete season schedule at the website. |
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Avenue Q | Saturday, Dec. 5
Sangamon Auditorium presents Avenue Q featuring people and puppets who tell their story in a smart, risqué and hilarious way. Don't miss Broadway's smash-hit Tony Award winner for best musical. |
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Burlingame's Book of the Year | Atlantic Monthly
A new book about Lincoln by history professor Michael Burlingame was selected as a Book of the Year by the Atlantic Monthly. |
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Find Us on Google Maps |
annotated map
It's easier than ever to find your way around the Illinois Springfield campus. Our new Google map marks our main buildings and includes info, photos, links and video. |
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October 2009
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International Festival | October 25
For over 30 years, we've celebrated our rich international and cultural diversity with the International Festival. This year's theme is Dancing Under the Stars. |
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Whitney Young Fellowship | achieving goals
The program provides tuition waivers and monthly stipends to first generation college students and students from disadvantaged backgrounds. |
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Veterans Affairs | helping our veterans
UIS is dedicated to helping veterans take full advantage of their educational benefits. Our veterans website offers a range of resources. |
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New degree |
MIS B.S.
We've offered a Master's degree in Management Information Systems for years. Now we are offering an MIS bachelor's degree. Due to federal stimulus programs, job prospects are very bright. |
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Illinois Symphony | Mendelssohn
The Illinois Symphony Orchestra brings the music of Mendelssohn featuring A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Sangamon Auditorium on November 21. Learn more. |
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September 2009
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Homecoming
@ UIS | 9/28 - 10/3
There's no place like homecoming. Come back to UIS and reconnect with
faculty, staff and friends at the pep rally, 5k run, parade, and
student vs. faculty and alumni basketball game. |
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Arthur
C. Danto Prints | rare opportunity
The Visual Arts Gallery is featuring the work of world renowned
art critic and philosopher Arthur C. Danto. Join us for a reception featuring
comments from Mr. Danto himself on Sept 23 at 5:30pm.. |
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Chancellor's
Chat | and a flu shot
Chancellor Ringeisen's TV show, Chancellor's
Chat, features an interview with Lynne Price, director of
health services. They talk about the swine flu and the chancellor
gets his flu shot. |
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Faculty
@ UIS |
meet our newest faculty
Meet our newest faculty members, and learn more about all of our distinguished
faculty on our new faculty website. Included are links
to download information and watch video interviews. |
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Lincoln
and the Environment | October 15
The annual Lincoln Legacy Lecture features a look at environmental
history and Abraham Lincoln, on Thursday, October 15. |
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August 2009
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About UIS |
at a glance
We're proud to be part of the University of Illinois. Learn more about the Springfield campus on our new web pages highlighting the arts, research, students and the history of our university.
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Theatre auditions | 9/8 + 9/9
How far would you go for love? UIS Theatre is holding auditions for their fall production, The Shape of Things by Neil LaBute on September 8 and 9.
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Put us on your iPod | iTunes
UIS is now an official member of iTunes University. Open iTunes, go to the iTunes Store and click on iTunes U. Find University of Illinois Springfield and enjoy our podcasts.
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Tommy Emmanuel |
9/29
Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel is from Australia and wildly popular around the world. Don't miss his unique finger-style guitar artistry at Sangamon Auditorium on September 29. |
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News video |
visit the Newsroom
Most of our news stories feature short videos so you can see and hear the action. Illinois Governor Pat Quinn stopped by our Emiquon display at the state fair. Read the story, watch the video, and get more news at the Newsroom.
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May 2009
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Commencement |
38th annual ceremony
We're ready to celebrate over 1000 new graduates.
Grads, family and friends will participate in our 38th
annual commencement ceremony
on Saturday, May 16.
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Take
UIS Pride With You | 2009-10 calendar
Our new wall calendar is filled with beautiful images of campus
and makes a perfect graduation gift. Buy one for
your favorite grad and one for yourself!
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Listen
to our grads | new radio ads
Our graduating seniors are off to an amazing array of work and
education opportunities. Listen to them describe
their futures in a new series of radio advertising.
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Snapshots |
senior art exhibition
Visual arts students celebrate painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics,
graphic design and photography in a stunning show of artwork. Take
a virtual tour of their graduating portfolios. |
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Utility
regulation |
local expert
Dr. Karl McDermott, a leading expert on public utility
economics,
created the Center for Business and Regulation in our college of
business. They'll host the American Gas Association in Chicago
this summer.
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April 2009
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As You Like It | Shakespeare
The final performances of As You Like It, presented by UIS Theatre, will run this weekend in our Studio Theatre. Visit the website for times and ticket information.
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Commencement |
38th annual ceremony
Welcome to our most cherished tradition. Our 38th annual commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 16 at the Prairie Capital Convention Center. Learn more at the commencement website.
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Sustainability | get involved
Every day is earth day at UIS. Sustainability is part of our strategic plan for the future as well as our day-to-day activities. Visit our new sustainability website to learn more and sign up to receive green living tips by e-mail.
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Registration |
open for summer and fall
Registration is now open for summer and fall classes. Pick up an extra class toward a degree, or take a class for personal enjoyment. Visit the registration website. |
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Frankie Valli |
June 3, 2009
Frankie Valli, who rose to fame in 1962 as the lead singer of The Four Seasons, will perform at Sangamon Auditorium on Wednesday, June 3. Get your tickets now for this crowd-pleasing singer.
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March 2009
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Registration | invest in your future
UIS offers new blended learning options, an award-winning online program, 20 graduate degrees, plus graduate certificates. Registration opens April 7, what are you waiting for?
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Sights and Sounds |
of Illinois Springfield
Browse our video collection, watch a slideshow, meet up with us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter. Find all of this and more in our new Sights and Sounds.
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WUIS | award-winning programming
Our public radio station was recognized by the Illinois Associated Press for top quality journalism in reporting and documentaries. Listen online.
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Development |
creating brilliant futures
Visit the new Office of Development site to see how Illinois Springfield is making a difference in the lives of students, and how students in turn are making a difference in our world. |
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International |
crossing borders
New videos from UIS students share their real-world experiences on campus — told in their own languages. Learn more and watch videos about the international experience. |
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February 2009
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Public
Affairs Reporting | become a reporter
Nearly every graduate of our Public Affairs Reporting program moves on to a career
in journalism. Our award-winning alumni work at newspapers, television and radio
stations, and press agencies across the nation.
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First Year Students | one stop for success
Going away to college can be a challenge. The new Center for First Year Students helps freshmen and transfer students with studying, time management, stress relief and adapting to college life.
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iTunes
University | take us with you
Illinois Springfield is a member of iTunes University. We've got loads of audio
and video you can enjoy on demand, download to your computer, or copy
to your MP3 player. Visit us on iTunes U.
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Hairspray | it's irresistable!
Don't miss Hairspray, Broadway’s musical-comedy hit that inspired a major motion
picture and won eight Tony Awards. And it's coming to Sangamon Auditorium
on March 16. See the website for ticket information.
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Employee of the Year | 2008
Dedication, determination, leadership, and quality of service. These
words describe Tammy Craig, Director of the Career Development
Center and 2008 Employee of the Year. Read more and watch a video. |
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January 2009
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House Inauguration |
proud host venue
Watch a slideshow and video of the Illinois House of Representatives Inauguration Ceremony, held January 14 in the Sangamon Auditorium at the Illinois Springfield campus.
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Illinois Issues | tracking State government
It has been a busy time in Illinois politics! Stay in-the-know with January's "The Two Faces of Illinois Politics: President-elect Obama and Governor Blagojevich." |
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History Makers |
featuring Carol Moseley Braun
Illinois Springfield will host The HistoryMakers series featuring Carol Moseley Braun, the first African-American female Senator in the United States Congress. Join us on campus or via live webcast.
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Human Development |
personal growth
The Human Development Counseling department helps graduates prepare to serve the community in schools, higher education, businesses, mental health agencies and hospitals. Learn about this growing career. |
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