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When I was applying to college, as the first person in my family to attend, there were a lot of terms I didn’t know. I would try to ask my mother, but since she never attended college, she didn’t know many of them either. Enrolling seemed difficult because this new vocabulary was confusing and frustrating. Terms that seemed natural to everyone else felt completely new to me, and I was sometimes afraid to ask questions because I thought I should already understand them.
Open Photo Studio Sessions: Sept. 23 and 24
The Office of Strategic Communications will host two Open Photo Studio sessions for fall 2026 for all faculty and staff. Portraits can be used for university purposes, such as department websites. Faculty and staff who have not had their portrait taken or would like a more recent portrait are encouraged to attend.
The Strategic Communications photo studio is located on the ground floor of Brookens Library in the IT department (BRK 141B).
The open studio sessions will be:
Rashad Austin earned his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Operations & Supply Chain Management from the University of Illinois Springfield in 2025.
Choosing a college is a big decision. Choosing what to study is just as important.
You may already know what you want to major in, or you may have a few interests but are not sure which one should focus on. Either way, finding the right academic fit can help you feel more confident about your college choice.
At the University of Illinois Springfield, you have many ways to explore your interests, build your skills and prepare for what comes next.
Whether you are a first-year student, a transfer student or a returning student, coming back to college after a long summer can be a lot. Don’t worry if you’re feeling this way, as you’re in the right place! Here’s a short, quick guide to make the most out of your first week at UIS.
First things first: move in! For 2026,
Getting the right message to the right audience starts with our new Campus Communications Form.
Grow Your Career with a UIS MBA
Many professionals reach a point where they want more from their careers. Some desire to move into management. Others want to earn a higher salary, lead teams or start a business. A Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Illinois Springfield can make those goals possible.
7.6.26
Dear UIS Community:
While many of our students are enjoying summer break, the important work across our university continues. From expanding international partnerships to recognizing outstanding employees and preparing for the months ahead, this month's update showcases the many ways our faculty and staff are shaping the future of UIS.
Being a first-generation student—a student whose parents or guardians have not graduated from a four-year college or university—can feel intimidating at first, and for me, it certainly was. However, as you move through college, you learn how to navigate challenges and find your place. As a first-generation student, I often felt lost and unsure, especially at the beginning of my college journey.
Kelsey Hall earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Illinois Springfield in 2021. She went on to physician assistant school, spending two years preparing for her career in medicine. She has been practicing as a physician assistant in dermatology for three years, helping patients across Illinois.