University of Illinois Springfield (UIS)

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is a public university dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and student success. Located in Illinois’ capital city, UIS offers a distinctive learning environment that combines the resources of a comprehensive public university with the personalized attention of a close-knit campus community. As part of the world-renowned University of Illinois System, UIS serves a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students through programs spanning business, public affairs, liberal arts, science, technology, health-related fields, and education. The university is widely recognized for its commitment to engaged learning, offering students opportunities to apply classroom knowledge through research, internships, service learning, and community partnerships. With a strong emphasis on leadership, critical thinking, and experiential education, UIS prepares graduates to excel in an increasingly dynamic and technology-driven world.

About CBM & MIS

The College of Business and Management (CBM) at UIS plays a significant role in advancing education and research in Management Information Systems (MIS), healthcare informatics, cybersecurity, and related business disciplines. Faculty members are actively engaged in scholarship that addresses contemporary organizational and technological challenges, while students benefit from industry-relevant curricula designed to develop both technical expertise and managerial skills. The university’s strategic location in Springfield provides unique access to government agencies, healthcare organizations, nonprofit institutions, and private-sector employers, creating valuable opportunities for collaboration and professional development. By fostering innovation, interdisciplinary research, and strong connections with industry and public-sector partners, UIS serves as an ideal host for MWAIS 2027. Attendees will experience a welcoming academic community committed to advancing the study and practice of information systems while promoting meaningful dialogue among scholars, practitioners, and students from across the Midwest and beyond.