1980-1981
History of SSU-UIS: 1980-1981
(from the 1980-81 SSU Catalog)
Department URL
1970-1971
History of SSU-UIS: 1970-1971
(from the 1970-71 SSU Catalog)
Message From the President
(Robert C. Spencer)
This guide sets forth initial programs and features of the operating style of Sangamon State University. As the first freestanding university to be established in Illinois in this century and as the State’s initial upper division university, this new institution has a unique threefold mandate.
Opening of SSU
History of SSU-UIS: Opening of SSU
SSU Doors Will Open This Fall
By Caryl Castens
State Journal-Register, January 1, 1970, p. 42
History & Traditions
In 1960, a group of central Illinois citizens, united in their goal of bringing a four-year university to the capital city, formed the Springfield Committee for Higher Education.
Legislation creating Sangamon State University (SSU) was signed in 1969. The first classes were held in 1970, which is considered the founding year of SSU.
Sangamon State University was acquired by the University of Illinois in 1995 , and became known as the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS).
Leadership
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois, and is governed by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.
UIS leadership includes six divisions:
About
We’re proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System.
Every year, approximately 4,000 students enroll here to earn a U of I degree - where classes aren’t too big or too small, and professors really know their students. We have over 50 years of empowering leaders and look forward to having you join us.