The balls are bouncing in The Recreation and Athletics Center (TRAC) as the Prairie Stars have tipped off another exciting basketball season! You share a campus with a championship-level program — and now is your chance to enjoy the games, the atmosphere, and the perks that come with it. We have home games tomorrow (women at 3 p.m. against St. Francis; men at 5 p.m.

Pam Francis, administrative aide for library administration, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for December 2025.

Francis’ kindness and compassion make her a great asset to the library team.

“She cares deeply about each person and process in the library and our campus, and it shows in the quality of her work and in her willingness and joy to assist anyone who needs it,” her nominator said.

Francis is always available to help anyone on campus who needs it.

11.24.25

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone.

I hope you all find time this week to rest, recharge and enjoy a meal with friends, family or anyone who brings joy to your life. As we move into the final stretch of the semester, I’m grateful for the dedication and care you bring to our campus community each day. Wishing you a warm, relaxing and well-deserved holiday break.