Alumni Resources are available to all alumni. With more than 44,000 members, the global UIS Alumni family has shared experiences and pride in the University of Illinois Springfield and its predecessor, Sangamon State University. We strive to provide our alumni with not only a strong network, but also helpful resources to continually support them throughout their lives and careers.
As a graduate, you are part of a powerful and diverse network of alumni. UIS Unite connects alumni and students for career success and community.
UIS Unite goes beyond what LinkedIn and other sites offer by allowing users to schedule and attend mentorship meetings within the site and make truly meaningful connections. Our community is special because it's made of Prairie Stars, just like you, and you'll feel that support from day one.
On UIS Unite You Can:
- Offer or receive career advice
- Find or post job opportunities
- Learn new skills and develop professionally
- Expand your professional network
- Join engaging special interest groups
- And more!
Social Media
Follow UIS on social media @UISeduAlumni to read the latest campus and alumni news, learn about upcoming events, look back on University history and traditions and connect with your fellow graduates.
More Resources for Alumni
Update Your Info
Tell us your news! Let us know if you have moved, updated your contact information, got married, has a baby or made a career change.
Alumni Newsletter
The Alumni Update is sent monthly to give you all of the updates on your fellow alumni and what’s happening on campus. Update your contact information to start receiving our newsletter.
UIS Today Magazine
UIS Today provides in-depth coverage of the people, places and topics that matter to you twice per year. To view digital versions of all the magazine issues, visit our UIS Today Issue Library.
Diploma/Certificate
UIS diploma certificates are currently available for a $35.00 processing fee. For a new copy of your diploma, contact us at advancement@uis.edu.
Transcripts
In need of an official transcript? The UIS Registrar office is here to help! Order your transcript today.
Career Development
Regardless of what career development stage you are in, we want to help you succeed throughout your life and career. The Career Development Center provides resources and services for alumni.
Terminology for Alumni
Alumni – evolved to become gender neutral – refers to a group of comprised of more than one gender who have completed their studies, esp. at a college or university; can also be used to refer to a group of men only.
Alumnae – a group of women, who have completed their studies, esp. at a college or university.
Alumna - a woman who obtained a diploma from a school, usually high school level or above; a woman who is a graduate or former student of a school, college, or university.
Alumnus - a man who obtained a diploma from a school, usually high school level or above; a man who is a graduate or former student of a school, college, or university.
Alum – An inclusive slang term for a graduate of a university or other institution…the term Alum has fluidity, though, as recognition of non-binary individuals continues to evolve.