The “ Through the Decades: History of SSU/UIS ” video series explores the history of Sangamon State University and the University of Illinois Springfield from 1969-2010. This series was produced by Blake Wood as part of a communication master’s project.
Pre-1970
(The following article is one of three that were printed in a special section of the State Journal Register published in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of SSU/UIS.)
September 21, 1995
by Doug Pokorski
(The following article is one of three that were printed in a special section of the State Journal Register published in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of SSU/UIS.)
September 21, 1995
By Doug Pokorski
Sangamon State University’s first decade began with the idealism of the 1960s, money to burn on innovative new programs, and a frenzy of meetings.
(from the 1995-96 SSU-UIS Catalog)
(from the 1991-92 SSU Catalog)
(from the 1980-81 SSU Catalog)
(from the 1970-71 SSU Catalog)
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.
By Caryl Castens
State Journal-Register, January 1, 1970, p. 42
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).
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: