Current Location: Joliet, IL
Hometown: Tinley Park, IL

What was your overall UIS experience like?

I attended UIS to earn my MPA. I was a part time student who was working on political campaigns like Governor Bruce Rauner's successful election in 2014. While at UIS I volunteered as a coach for the undergraduate mock trial team. I was also a paid English tutor working at the CLT.

Current Location: Martinton, IL

Hometown: Stockton, IL

What was your overall UIS experience like?

The knowledge and skills I gained at UIS were instrumental in advancing my career. Thanks to the hands-on experience I had during my studies, I was able to advance my leadership roles with confidence and a solid foundation.

Hometown: Houston, TX

What was your overall UIS experience like?

My experience at UIS fostered an environment where I could stay deeply focused on both professional and personal growth. The close-knit campus community, intimate class sizes, and supportive faculty created a space where I could truly invest in myself and my future. During my time there, I came to understand that determination, discipline, and service to others are essential, fulfilling, and deeply rewarding.

Current Location: Gainesville, FL

Hometown: Mt. Auburn, IL

What was your overall UIS experience like?

I graduated with a BA in Accounting. UIS's flexible schedule and focusing on working students, which was not common at that time, was extremely important to me. I learned Accounting while at UIS, which led me to a 40 year career in all kinds of financial positions. I was a member of the Accounting Club.

Hometown & Current Location: Taylorville, IL

What was your overall UIS experience like?

My experience at UIS was incredible. The faculty were knowledgeable, helpful and had high standards for learning. I was teaching 4th grade during the time I was enrolled so I did not have a lot of time to participate in activities.

Current Location: Springfield, IL

Hometown: Chicago, IL

What was your overall UIS experience like?

I cherished the campus and the chance to forge meaningful connections with fellow students. Being part of the social work club at UIS enriched my experience immensely as well.

Hometown: Springfield, IL

Current Location: Springfield, IL

Can you tell us a bit about your background and what inspired you to pursue your current career path?

My mother was a nurse and I admired her desire to help others. I, too, have that same desire and I am fortunate to live in a healthcare community that has a variety of different focuses and specialties that allows professional growth opportunities.

Hometown: Washington DC

Current Location: Chicago, IL

Hometown: Shelbyville, IL

Current Location: Washington DC

Can you tell us a bit about your background and what inspired you to pursue your current career path?

I got an internship with the local congressman while I was at UIS and was hooked ever since

Who or what has been your biggest influence or mentor in your journey?

I have had lots of mentors and influences that have helped me get to where I am at now.

Hometown: Naperville, IL

Current Location: Springfield, IL