Hometown: Pleasant Plains, Illinois
Major: Political Science
Future Plans: Pursue Master’s in Global Studies
Hometown: Kalaiya, Nepal
Major: Management Information Systems
Sumit Verma appreciates the scenic campus and friendly community at the University of Illinois Springfield. Verma works as an international student ambassador with International Student Services and as a front desk attendant at the Student Union. He is also involved with International Student Friendship and the International Student Association. Verma chose UIS because of the scholarship opportunity he was offered.
Leadership is lived at UIS. Every Day.
Hometown: New Delhi, India
Majors: Computer Science and Biology
Future Plans: Attend Medical School
Hometown: Chicago
Major: Communication
Future Plans: Become an investigative journalist
Kailynn Jackson-Green chose the University of Illinois Springfield for its close-knit community, which allows her to work closely with professors and classmates. She is a member of the Black Student Union, the cheerleading team, an orientation leader and works for UIS Student Life. After graduation, she aspires to become an investigative journalist.
Leadership is lived at UIS. Every Day.
Hometown: Chicago
Major: Pre-Nursing
Future Plans: Become a nurse anesthetist
Hometown: Peoria
Major: Legal Studies
Future Plans: Attend law school or pursue a master’s degree
Hometown: Springfield, Illinois
Major: Master’s in data analytics
Future Plans: Work for the federal government
Kiev Glasscock enjoys the enthusiasm and dedication of faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield. He was part of the Data Analytics House Cup and has been collaborating on research projects with professors. Glasscock chose UIS due to its welcoming atmosphere, affordable tuition and robust computer science program. Following graduation, he hopes to work for the federal government.
Hometown: Lockport, IL
Major: Master’s in computer science
Future Plans: Work as a programmer/analyst at the Illinois Municipal League
Hometown: Lagos, Nigeria
Major: Management Information Systems
Future Plans: Get a job in technology consulting
On Tuesday April 23, 2024 there is an all-day Policy Summit at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) campus. The summit is sponsored by UIS Center