University of Illinois Springfield students, faculty and staff came together for a volunteer event in recognition of the Sept. 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance (9/11 Day). More than 130 volunteers assembled 1,000 care kits for active-duty military personnel in support of Operation: Care and Comfort.

The rapid emergence of generative AI tools has added new pressure to the challenges already facing higher education faculty. While these technologies can be used responsibly, many instructors are alarmed by the growing tendency of students to rely on AI as a shortcut. This practice not only raises serious questions about academic honesty but also threatens to erode the very skills higher education is meant to cultivate—critical thinking, clear writing, and independent problem-solving.

9.17.25

Dear Colleagues,

As we begin another academic year at UIS, I am writing to invite you to participate in the State and University Employees Combined Appeal (SECA) campaign. SECA offers faculty and staff a meaningful way to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities across Illinois and beyond through charitable giving.