Stop by the Spirit Shop Studio to create your own school spirit gear! Decorate fun items, get creative with fellow students, and make something unique to show off your school pride throughout the year.

Stop by the Spirit Shop Studio to create your own school spirit gear! Decorate fun items, get creative with fellow students, and make something unique to show off your school pride throughout the year.

Have questions about college life? We've got answers! Join a panel of current students as they share their experiences, offer helpful advice, and answer your questions about academics, campus life, getting involved, and everything in between.

Have questions about college life? We've got answers! Join a panel of current students as they share their experiences, offer helpful advice, and answer your questions about academics, campus life, getting involved, and everything in between.

Annual Tradition at UIS! First Year Undergraduate students entering Fall of 2026 are invited to be included in the class photo to kick off the convocation celebrations. 

Free T-shirts for First Year Undergraduate students entering Fall 2026, see your starguides at Welcome Week Community sessions to obtain your exclusive UIS Tshirt for the Class Photo. Arrive no later than 2:20 to be included in this UIS Tradition! 

Step into the world of Christopher Carter, where the mysteries of the mind unfold in extraordinary ways. As a world-class mentalist, Christopher doesn’t just perform—he connects. Each show is a high-energy, interactive journey through the subconscious, turning audience members into the stars of the show.

Are you a new transfer student? Come out and meet other new transfer students! This session will have some snacks and an opportunity to meet your Transfer Student Senator from Student Government!

Think you know UIS? Think again. Grab 3-4 friends, build your ultimate team, and take on the campus wide challenge that will have you exploring, laughing, and competing your way across campus.

Complete hilarious photo challenges, answer UIS trivia, check in at campus landmarks, and uncover hidden gems while racing other Prairie Stars for the top score. The more creative you get, the more points you earn!

Think you know UIS? Think again. Grab 3-4 friends, build your ultimate team, and take on the campus wide challenge that will have you exploring, laughing, and competing your way across campus.

Complete hilarious photo challenges, answer UIS trivia, check in at campus landmarks, and uncover hidden gems while racing other Prairie Stars for the top score. The more creative you get, the more points you earn!

Celebrate the start of the semester with the 3rd annual Party on the Quad. Food Trucks, Music, Games, and more!