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Alumni Gala

Friday, February 21, 2025
UIS Student Union Ballroom

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate outstanding alumni achievements. This special night will feature live music, a memorable photo booth, a delicious dinner, refreshing drinks, and the presentation of prestigious awards. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new memories. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Current Location/Hometown: Jacksonville, IL

Current Position: Regional Specialist, BAT (Behavior Assessment Training) Project @ SIUC STEM Education Research Center 

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Current Location: Grand Junction, Colorado

Hometown: Peoria, Illinois

Current Position: Co-Director at The Water Desk at the University of Colorado Center for Environmental Journalism

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Current Location: Joliet, IL

Hometown: Plainfield, IL

Current Position: Partner at BCM Law, P.C.

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Current Location: Chicago

Current Position: Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter at WGN-TV

Current Location: White Heath, IL

Hometown: Monticello, IL

Current Position: 5th/6th Special Education Teacher at Fisher Grade School

WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield will hold three Lunch & Learn Series events this fall. The series is presented by the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and the Illinois State Historical Society.

WHERE: Illini Country Club, 1601 Illini Rd., Springfield

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What was your overall UIS experience like?

My experience was life changing. I learned so much about myself and other people around me. UIS allowed me to explore so many avenues of my creativity within my major that added to my success today. I was involved in SOFA, Kinky Curly Hair Club, The Journal Student Newspaper, and Necessary Step Mentor program. I truly developed my character and identity on that campus, and used every resource available to me to make me the woman I am today.

Lunch & Learn Series - December 4

Join the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and the Illinois State Historical Society for a series of noontime lectures in the University’s tradition of open and intelligent dialogue.

In-person participation for all programs will take place at Illini Country Club in Springfield, IL. The in-person registration fee for noontime programs ($40/person, per program) includes a chef-prepared hot lunch and free parking.

Buffet lunch service for noontime programs will begin at 11:30 a.m. CT. All noontime presentations will begin promptly at 12 p.m. CT, and conclude by 1 p.m. CT.

Lunch & Learn Series - November 12

Join the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and the Illinois State Historical Society for a series of noontime lectures in the University’s tradition of open and intelligent dialogue.

In-person participation for all programs will take place at Illini Country Club in Springfield, IL. The in-person registration fee for noontime programs ($40/person, per program) includes a chef-prepared hot lunch and free parking.