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Jul 21, 2026

Sangamon Experience preserves Scott County history through digitization
Jul 20, 2026

UIS ecologist's new book offers a playbook for restoring the planet
Jul 14, 2026

UIS Police honor officers, telecommunicator for life-saving actions and service
Jul 07, 2026

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Jun 25, 2026

UIS legal studies professor admitted to U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Jun 15, 2026

UIS professor builds international partnerships in Mexico
Jun 15, 2026

UIS announces Spring Semester 2026 Dean’s List
Jun 08, 2026

Study links toxic waste sites to marginalized communities

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Apr 28, 2026

UIS to hold two commencement ceremonies May 9 in Springfield

Apr 22, 2026

David Meredith named UIS Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Retention Management

Mar 26, 2026

UIS Chancellor’s Thinkers Series to feature former Congresswoman Cheri Callahan Bustos

Nov 17, 2025

Experts to discuss lessons learned from the 2025 elections during a UIS virtual panel discussion

Oct 17, 2025

Experts to discuss impact of 2025 government shutdown at UIS panel

Mar 17, 2025

Wayne Davenport appointed UIS associate vice chancellor for development

Mar 06, 2025

Jan 28, 2025

Innovate Springfield to host February events featuring serial entrepreneur Paul Magelli

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Jun 10, 2026

Study finds waste sites with cancer-causing chemicals more common near marginalized communities

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on June 10, 2026. A new nationwide study led by a University of Illinois Springfield…

Jun 03, 2026

Reflecting on a year of progress and what’s ahead for UIS

The following story was published by the Illinios Times on June 3, 2026. Chancellor Janet L. Gooch: A few weeks ago, I stood on the…

May 27, 2026

UIS Innovate Springfield and SIU School of Medicine partner to expand area research

The following story was published by the Springfield Business Journal on May 27, 2026. Innovate Springfield, the University of…

May 21, 2026

UIS adds four electric vehicle charging ports in partnership with City Water, Light and Power

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on May 21, 2026. The University of Illinois Springfield, in partnership with…

May 15, 2026

Progress continues on new $42.6M Library Commons at UIS

The following story was published by The State Journal-Register on May 15, 2026. University of Illinois Springfield students can expect…

May 12, 2026

UIS Baseball returns to NCAA postseason as regional host

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on May 12, 2026. The Illinois Springfield baseball team earned the No. 2 seed in the…

May 11, 2026

AI, water, and climate: Illinois’ policy fights explained - UIS PAR class of 2026

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on May 11, 2026. The UIS Public Affairs Reporting Program class of 2026 is nearing…

May 01, 2026

Sangamon Auditorium getting a second act with fall re-opening

The following story was published by The State Journal-Register on May 1, 2026. Even auditoriums get second acts. After being closed…

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Jun 08, 2026

Study links toxic waste sites to marginalized communities

A new nationwide study led by a University of Illinois Springfield faculty member finds that people in lower-income communities and…

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Mar 30, 2026

UIS project focuses on radon risks and prevention in Sangamon County homes

A University of Illinois Springfield epidemiologist is leading a growing, community-engaged effort to reduce lung cancer risk in Sangamon…

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Feb 05, 2026

UIS professor uses visual storytelling to help students understand health, illness and caregiving

Can lessons from illustrated narratives apply to health care? At the University of Illinois Springfield, students are discovering that…

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Jan 12, 2026

UIS research finds employees with disabilities perform comparably to peers but face pay gaps

Siddharth K. Upadhyay, assistant professor in the College of Business and Management at the University of Illinois Springfield, is a co-…

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Jan 07, 2026

UIS professor’s research cited in California Supreme Court murder case involving gender bias

Research by University of Illinois Springfield Professor of Legal Studies Deborah Anthony was cited by the California Supreme Court in a…

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Dec 11, 2025

UIS study highlights risks facing Illinois CBD hemp farmers as new federal law creates uncertainty

A new peer-reviewed study led by University of Illinois Springfield Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Megan Styles, part of the…

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Dec 08, 2025

UIS researcher publishes two studies helping cities address heat, water and environmental equity

Kyle Blount, an assistant professor of ecohydrology in the University of Illinois Springfield’s Environmental Studies Program within the…

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Nov 19, 2025

Osprey bird population grows in Illinois with help from UIS professor

University of Illinois Springfield Associate Professor Tih-Fen Ting, director of the School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability and…

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Jun 04, 2026

Nikole Hannah-Jones to speak at UIS Juneteenth event

WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield Center for Lincoln Studies, in partnership with Juneteenth Inc., the Abraham Lincoln…

Apr 07, 2026

UIS exhibit “Up to Eleven” features graduating artists

The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Program is proud to present “Up to Eleven,” an exhibition featuring artworks by senior…

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Mar 26, 2026

UIS Theatre to present six performances of “Circle Mirror Transformation”

The University of Illinois Springfield Theatre Program will present six performances of “Circle Mirror Transformation” by Annie Baker.…

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Mar 26, 2026

UIS Chancellor’s Thinkers Series to feature former Congresswoman Cheri Callahan Bustos

The April 7 Chancellor’s Thinkers Series event featuring former Congresswoman Cheri Callahan Bustos has been postponed and rescheduled for…

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Feb 20, 2026

Experts to preview key 2026 primary races in UIS webinar

WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield invites the public to a virtual lunch-hour webinar, “Before the Ballots are Cast: Previewing…

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Feb 18, 2026

UIS Friday Night Star Parties return this spring

The University of Illinois Springfield’s popular Star Parties will be held from 8 to 10 p.m. on Feb. 27 and March 27, weather permitting,…

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Feb 16, 2026

UIS presents exhibition by sculptor and artist Rita Grendze

The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Gallery is pleased to announce “Belly,” a solo exhibition by artist Rita Grendze. The…

Jan 23, 2026

UIS to host five ECCE Speaker Series events

The University of Illinois Springfield will host five Engaged Citizenship Common Experience (ECCE) Speaker Series events during the spring…

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Oct 23, 2025

Tickets on Sale for 2025-26 UIS Basketball Season

The University of Illinois Springfield Athletics Department has announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2025-26 men's and women's basketball seasons.…

UIS women's cross country team starts race

Oct 23, 2025

Prairie Stars Aim for Strong Showing at 2025 GLVC Women’s Cross Country Championship

The UIS women's cross country team heads into the 2025 GLVC Championship looking to build on one of its strongest starts in program history. The championship…

UIS men's cross country team leading race

Oct 23, 2025

UIS Men’s Cross Country Set for GLVC Championship Meet

The UIS men's cross country team will compete for the 2025 GLVC Championship on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Lewis Cross Country Course in Romeoville, Ill. The 47th…

Isaac Cortes racing at GLVC indoor championship

Oct 22, 2025

UIS Men’s Indoor Track and Field Ranked 10th in GLVC Preseason Poll

The Illinois Springfield men's indoor track and field team was picked 10th in the 2026 Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Preseason Coaches' Poll, the league…

Oct 22, 2025

Carmen Llopis Fabra Named NCAA Woman of the Year Top 30 Finalist

University of Illinois Springfield alumna Carmen Llopis Fabra has been named one of the Top 30 honorees for the 2025 NCAA Woman of the Year Award, placing her…

Oct 22, 2025

UIS Volleyball Heads to SBU and Drury for GLVC Road Weekend

The Illinois Springfield volleyball team returns to GLVC play this weekend after a strong showing at the Midwest Regional Crossover Tournament. The Prairie…

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