Isaac Farhadian honored with the 2024 UIS Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award
Apr 21, 2025
Isaac Farhadian, a 2024 University of Illinois Springfield master’s in political science graduate, was honored on April 11, 2025, with the Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award for the 2023-2024 academic year.
His thesis, advised by Professor Matthew Geras, analyzes the major determinants of support for capital sentencing among high school seniors. Examining the perspectives of high school seniors on controversial issues holds significance, as they represent the future electorate.
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Women’s Track Opens Bryan Clay Invitational with Personal Bests in 10,000 Meters
Apr 17, 2025
Jordan Serrahn and Kaleigh Inniss opened competition for the UIS women's track and field team at the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal., on Wednesday.
The two distance runners competed in the first heat of the 10,000 meters during the morning session. Inniss placed 14th with a time of 36:51.01, followed by Serrahn in 37:16.48. Both marks are season bests for the runners.
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UIS Softball Moves Doubleheader Against William Jewell to Friday
Apr 16, 2025
Due to forecasted rain on Saturday, the UIS softball team has moved its home doubleheader against William Jewell to Friday at 12:00 p.m. at the UIS Softball Field.
Following game two, the Prairie Stars will recognize eight seniors as part of Senior Day celebrations. Fans are encouraged to stay after the games to honor the contributions and accomplishments of the senior class.
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Nevills, Jones Open Bryan Clay Invitational with Strong Marks
Apr 17, 2025
Briar Nevills and Ryan Jones represented the UIS men's track and field team on Wednesday during day one of the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal.
Nevills competed in the morning heat of the 10,000 meters and placed 6th in his section of 22 runners. He clocked a personal best time of 30:35.76, continuing a strong outdoor season.
Later in the evening, Ryan Jones raced in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, finishing 14th in his heat with a season-best time of 9:37.98.
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UIS Softball Under Consideration in Season's First NCAA Regional Rankings
Apr 16, 2025
The UIS softball team has been included among the 10 programs under consideration in the first release of the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional Rankings, published Wednesday on NCAA.com.
This initial release presents teams in alphabetical order, with ranked listings to follow in subsequent editions. The Prairie Stars hold a 25-16 overall record and are 25-14 in regional play.
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