The following story was published by WAND-TV on Dec. 8, 2025.

A researcher at the University of Illinois Springfield has published two studies to help cities address heat, water and environmental equity. 

Kyle Blount, an assistant professor of ecohydrology in the Environmental Studies Program at UIS, co-authored two research articles to help cities with the growing demands of urbanization. 

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on Dec. 3, 2025.

The University of Illinois Springfield has announced a new addition to its sports team. The school will launch a women's flag football program starting play in the spring of 2027. It's the 18th varsity sport for the Division II school.

The following story was published by WCIA-TV on Nov. 20, 2025.

A professor from the University of Illinois Springfield has played a key role in helping to increase the osprey bird population across the state.

UIS Associate Professional Tih-Fen Ting, director of the School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability and Public Health, and others began their work on this cause in 2013. Since then, Illinois’ osprey bird population has grown from 16 known breeding pairs to 90 pairs in 2023.

The following story was published by Captiol City Now on Nov. 17, 2025.

On Monday, Nov. 17, the University of Illinois Springfield welcomed the nationally recognized Send Silence Packing exhibit, a powerful visual display aimed at raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health support.

The event took place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Student Leadership Center inside the UIS Student Union, located at 2251 Richard Wright Drive.

The following story was published by The State Journal-Register on Nov. 12, 2025.

"Soil and Soul: Farming in the Sangamon River Valley” won Best Documentary Film at the 2025 Route 66 Film Festival.

The film, produced by Rich Saal and Noah Sabich of Long Nine Productions, was screened Nov. 7-8 at the Hoogland Center for the Arts, according to a community announcement.

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on Nov. 11, 2025.

A new study from the University of Illinois Springfield suggests that a common diabetes medication may do more than control blood sugar. Researchers found that the drug, sitagliptin, may help protect blood vessels and support overall heart health.

The following story was published by The State Journal-Register on Nov. 8, 2025.

University of Illinois Springfield senior Abigail Hemmer has been named the university's recipient of the Lincoln Academy of Illinois' 2025 Student Laureate Award.

The award is given annually to one student from each four-year university in Illinois, according to a community announcement.

The following story was published by WCIA-TV on Nov. 6, 2025.

Transfer students who choose the University of Illinois Springfield will soon have a new way to earn their degree.

The following story was published by Illinois Times on Nov. 5, 2025.

Lisa McGuire: As the University of Illinois Springfield continues to grow and evolve, one student population stands out for its resilience, drive and increasing presence on campus: first-generation college students. These students are the first in their families to navigate the world of higher education – a journey that often comes with unique challenges.

Who is a first-generation student at UIS?

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on Oct. 13, 2025.

Jessica Baumberger and Dr. Neetu Singh joins Community Voices to update the use of AI in higher education and why learning it is advantageous. They are part of the UIS AI Steering Committee.

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