UIS Alumni Gala

Saturday, September 20, 2025

5:30 PM-9:30 PM

UIS Student Union Ballroom - 2251 Richard Wright Dr, Springfield, IL 62703

Alumni Happy Hour

Raise a glass and reconnect! Join UIS alumni and friends for an evening of socializing, networking, and fun. Enjoy complimentary drink tickets and appetizers.

May 29, 2025
6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Wine Fusion Winery
603 S Main St #304
Grapevine, TX 76051

Join the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and the Illinois State Historical Society for a series of noontime lectures in the University’s tradition of open and intelligent dialogue.

In-person participation for all programs will take place at Illini Country Club in Springfield, IL. The in-person registration fee for noontime programs ($50/person, per program with a portion of the fee going to support the UIS Alumni Association scholarship fund) includes a chef-prepared hot lunch and free parking.

Young Alumni Happy Hour

After the fun and excitement of UIS SpringFest, keep the party going at our exclusive Young Alumni Happy Hour! This is the perfect opportunity for alumni to reconnect, network, and celebrate together. Appetizers and drink tickets will be available. Whether you're looking to catch up with old friends or make new connections, this happy hour is the place to be. Let's create unforgettable memories and celebrate our UIS spirit together!

Cubs vs. Cardinals at Busch Stadium

Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Gates Open 5:15 pm | First Pitch 6:45 pm

Join UIS alumni and friends at Busch Stadium in St. Louis as the Chicago Cubs and St Louis Cardinals compete and renew the absolute best all-time rivalry in baseball. 

Visionary Impact Forum

April 14, 2025
3:00 PM-4:30 PM

Student Union Ballroom Center
2251 Richard Wright Dr
Springfield, IL 62703

Join us for a unique opportunity to connect and learn with Visionary Giving Circle members, UIS Faculty, and Students through an engaging panel discussion.

The Future of Women’s Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges

This topic allows for discussions on:

Cubs vs. White Sox at Wrigley Field

Sunday, May 18, 2025
Gates Open 11:20 am | First Pitch 1:20 pm

Join UIS alumni and friends at Wrigley Field in Chicago as the Cubs and White Sox compete in this early season match up.

Ceremony of Investiture of Dr. Yanhui Guo in the Schewe Professorship in the College of Health, Science and Technology. Dr. Guo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science.

The Memorial Health Nursing Scholarship Luncheon is an opportunity for recognition for all UIS/UIS nursing and pre-nursing students who have received scholarships from Memorial Health.

This event is invitation only.

Summer & December

Graduate Celebration

Monday, December 9, 2024
3pm - 5pm

UIS Student Union
Pre-function Area - 3rd Floor
2251 Richard Wright Drive
Springfield, IL 62703