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Residence Life

Facilities & Operations

Welcome to the Department of Residence Life - Facilities page.

Our dedicated unionized staff of trades and building service workers are here to help you live comfortably and safely on campus at the University of Illinois.

Residence Life Facilities staff handle work order requests for the areas and are available Monday to Friday from 8am until 4pm. After hours and weekend staffing is only available for emergency matters needing our attention and is classified as “Call Out” services.

Spring Move-In

The Department of Residence Life strives to provide a seamless and pain-free move-in process for students and their families during Move-In time.

Please be sure to review the following information to prepare for your arrival on-campus:

Residence Life Addresses

On-Campus Housing Addresses

Lincoln Residence Hall

2160 Vachel Lindsay Drive Springfield, IL 62703

Example Address:

Legal First and Last Name
Lincoln Residence Hall Room # ___
2160 Vachel Lindsay Drive
Springfield, IL 62703

Founders Residence Hall

4800 Eliza Farnham Drive Springfield, IL 62703

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Meal Plan Policies & Info

Meal Plans Available to University of Illinois Springfield Students.

  • Students who live in the Residence Halls MUST choose a “Signature Plan”, “Gold Plan”, or “Silver Plan.”
  • Second year (Sophomore) returning students are required to purchase a meal plan, regardless of assignment.
  • Juniors and above who live in the townhouses and apartments may choose any plan.
  • “Bronze Plan” is the most popular and is designed for students who have a kitchen.
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