The UIS Student Union is the social heart of campus for students. In this signature building, so full of light and activity, students interact with each other and with faculty, staff, and visitors, creating a vibrant and thriving focal point for life at UIS.

Welcome to the Union!

Spring 2026:

  • Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 10:00pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: 10:30am - 10:00pm
  • Holiday & Break hours will vary

Finals Week Spring 2026:

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 - Thursday, May 7, 2026: 7:30am - Midnight
  • Friday, May 8, 2026: 7:30am - 10:00pm
  • Saturday, May 9, 2026: 7:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sunday, May 10, 2026: CLOSED

Summer 2026:

  • Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Saturdays & Sundays: CLOSED
  • Closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026
  • Closed Juneteenth, Friday, June 19 2026
  • Closed for observance of Independence Day, Friday July 3, 2026
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Awards

The Student Union has been recognized for its outstanding design. The following architecture awards were made to the Student Union:

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2019 Facility Design Award –
Association of College Unions
International (ACUI)
Workshop Architects

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2018 Excellence in Design Award –
American Institute of Architects
Prairie Chapter

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News

Union Ribbon Cutting
Ene 14, 2018
University of Illinois Springfield cuts ribbon on new $21.75 million Student Union Building
The University of Illinois Springfield officially opened the new $21.75 million Student Union Building during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sunday, January 14...