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Josh's Bench Unveiling: Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Awareness

Join us for a Mental Health Check-In after the unveiling of Josh's Bench to raise awareness on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention. The evening will include activities such as coloring, painting, and journaling, all while enjoying s'mores, cookies, and hot chocolate.

The unveiling will be taking place at Noon in the Southeast corner of UHB, facing the parking lot near the sidewalk.

When you think about college, you probably imagine classes, dorm life and new friends. But one of the best parts of being a student at the University of Illinois Springfield is being part of traditions that bring everyone together. These traditions connect current students with their peers and create memories that last long after graduation. Whether you’re just starting to look at UIS for the first time as a prospective student, getting ready to begin your first semester or have recently enrolled at UIS, here are some of the traditions and history that make our campus special.

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Dear UIS Faculty,

I’m writing to share an update about how students will access their ebooks and digital materials starting Fall ‘25. Our bookstore partner, Follett Higher Education, is introducing Kortext, a new ebook platform that will improve the student and faculty experience with digital course materials.

What is Kortext?

Kortext is a leader in ebook delivery, trusted by over 7,000 campuses and 3 million students globally. The Kortext platform offers you and your students:

Register your organization or department for the Involvement Expo! Registration is open now until August 20th.

Involvement Expo will be held on August 26th from 4 to 6 p.m. on the Quad.

Questions? Email studentlife@uis.edu.

Be part of the excitement as campus comes alive for the new semester!

Welcome Table - Be a friendly face at key campus locations during the first few days of classes. You’ll help students and visitors find their way, answer common questions, and create a welcoming atmosphere. We’ll provide all the info and supplies—you just bring your smile and helpful attitude!

FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success, has named the University of Illinois Springfield as one of 60 new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2025-26. The designation recognizes UIS for its strong commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students.

Department Program Review

Departmental Program Review

The departmental program review process empowers departments within the Division of Student Affairs to critically evaluate their work and their effect on the student experience through a lens of continuous improvement. The review process is an opportunity for departments to take a comprehensive and critical look at the unit, to clearly state and evaluate strengths and weaknesses, and to outline a plan for future action.

We’re excited to invite you to submit a breakout session proposal for the Student Leadership Summit, taking place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the Student Union Ballroom!

This year’s theme is "Written in the Stars: Charting Your Leadership Journey", focused on helping student leaders recognize their unique paths, discover their guiding values, and build meaningful connections that shape their constellation of influence.