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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The following story was published by WCIA-TV on Oct. 8, 2025.

Students across Central Illinois got a taste of being a state lawmaker at University of Illinois Springfield’s campus on Tuesday.

Around 80 students participated in the program organized by Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield). They heard from several speakers and then simulated the legislative process.

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The following story was published by Captiol City Now on Oct. 2, 2025.

The Illinois Innocence Project, based at University of Illinois Springfield, recognized International Wrongful Conviction Day Thursday with a display of 3,728 flags on the quad in front of the Student Union.

The following story was published by NPR Illinois on Sept. 23, 2025.

The University of Illinois Springfield has again been ranked the top public regional university in Illinois by U.S. News and World Report.

This is the seventh year UIS has gained that designation in the 2026 Best Colleges rankings. UIS also was 10th among public regional universities in the Midwest.

The following story was published by Illinois Times on Sept. 22, 2025.

Rob Kerr: Innovate Springfield, the University of Illinois Springfield’s hub for innovation, has spent the last 10 years supporting a community of entrepreneurs and helping expand opportunity across the region. Earlier this month, we launched an exciting new phase in this venture by relocating to the third floor of the Horace Mann headquarters building in downtown Springfield.