The deadline for ECCE Speaker Series proposals for events that will take place during the Spring 2025 semester has been extended to Friday, November 8 at 5 p.m.

The proposal form, instructions and additional information about the proposal process can be found on the ECCE Speaker Series website.

Available Funding for Spring 2025 Events:

• Funding up to $1,000 is available for a live event.  In addition, limited travel funding is available for transportation and lodging.  
• Funding up to $500 is available for a hybrid event in which the presenter appears via Zoom to a live audience seated in the auditorium.

If you have questions about the proposal process or have an idea for an event, but are not sure how to proceed, please contact me. I will be happy to assist you!

Kimberly Craig

ECCE Speaker Series Coordinator

University of Illinois Springfield

One University Plaza, MS PAC 525

Springfield, IL  62703-5407

Office Phone: 217.206.6245 

craig.kimberly@uis.edu