Whether you are a brand new parent or have been at it for a while — whether you are a long-time Springfield resident or are new to the area — we know that having access to resources is invaluable. Below please find links to various area agencies and organizations who are committed to offering assistance to families.
Connecting with the community and with other parents can often be a big help in managing the “parent” side of your life as a student-parent. You probably have lots of questions, we’ll try to answer a few …
Many college students today are what used to be considered “nontraditional”: working adults who often have family care responsibilities. Research shows that 26 percent of undergraduate college students have children. To substantially improve the rates of postsecondary credential attainment, which is crucial to increasing access to good jobs, colleges must recognize the need for supports and tailor them to college students with children.
The Dean of Students Office
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS FRH 178
Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407
The Dean of Students Office
Founders Residence Hall FRH 178
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza
Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407
Serve all UIS students through outreach, programs and services focused on helping them enjoy college, be successful academically, prepare for graduation and careers, and assist them in successfully navigating needs and concerns that arise.
Serving all UIS students by providing them resources and services to achieve fulfilling college experiences and career development as they progress to graduation.
This Grievance Code is applicable to all persons enrolled in classes at the Campus. The Code covers a grievance brought by a student against another member of the Campus community. Nothing in the Code shall preclude a Campus administrator, faculty member or staff member from taking appropriate and immediate action in matters involving a student. The success of this Grievance Code depends in large part upon its ability to protect the confidentiality of all parties involved.
We are pleased that you have chosen to explore our graduate degree and certificate programs. More than 40% of UIS students are engaged in graduate study, and most were attracted to UIS by an impressive combination of factors that include educational quality, value and campus location and setting.