University of Illinois Springfield

News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.

The University of Illinois Springfield empowers students through personalized learning and leadership development and is ranked the top public regional university in Illinois for a seventh year in the 2026 U.S. University of Illinois Springfield, one of three universities in the world-class U of I system, is known for educating public servants and leaders.

05/29/2026

🏆 The Office of Electronic Media has earned a Silver Telly Award for producing the Illinois State Fair's "Miles of Smiles" promotional video celebrating 100 years of Route 66.

The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television production across all screens.

➡️ Learn more: go.uis.edu/TellyAward

05/28/2026

Hired! master of public history graduate Anna Newby graduated with a job. She’s working as a park ranger for the Women's Rights National Historical Park in Seneca Falls, New York.

➡️Say ! Apply today at uis.edu/apply

05/27/2026

Meet Adan Salgado Carmona, a computer science major from Chicago. He chose because of its affordability and the welcoming community he found through the Diversity Center.

Through the Men of Color Initiative, Adan has connected with other students and found a home away from home at UIS.

➡️ Say ! Apply today at uis.edu/apply

05/26/2026

employees do a lot to keep this campus running, but do their own kids know what they do everyday?

05/25/2026

Today remembers those who gave their lives in the service of our country on this Memorial Day. Thank you for your service!

05/22/2026

Christopher Stevens chose to stay close to home while pursuing his passion for psychology and mental health counseling. From training for his first 8K at TRAC to building lasting mentorships with faculty, his UIS experience helped shape both his career path and personal growth.

➡️ Read his story: go.uis.edu/Stevens

05/21/2026

Meet Kaytelynn Ward, a psychology major from Wonder Lake, Illinois. Kaytelynn chose for its affordability and close-knit campus community.

➡️ Say ! Apply today at uis.edu/apply

05/20/2026

⚡ Plug in and power up! now has electric vehicle charging stations on campus.

In partnership with City Water, Light and Power (CWLP), four EV charging ports have been installed in Lot I North near TRAC. Each Level 2 charger can deliver 25–35 miles of range per hour, making it easier for students, faculty, staff and visitors to stay charged while on campus.

➡️ Learn More: go.uis.edu/EVcharging

05/19/2026

Artificial intelligence is transforming how students learn and work, and faculty are making sure they are ready.

Across disciplines, students are gaining hands-on experience with AI tools, real-world data and industry applications that are shaping the future.

➡️ Learn More: go.uis.edu/AIFaculty

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05/18/2026

students and staff spent the past week on a service trip to Guatemala, helping build a home for a family in the village of Pastores.

This marks UIS’ second home build and the 266th completed through ImagininGuatemala. The experience provided students with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while learning about global communities and service.

Like many hardworking families, a steady income can still be a challenge in Guatemala. This new home offers stability and a foundation for the future.

05/18/2026

Hired! management information systems major Oluwakoerde Adesiyan graduated with a job. He’ll be working as an associate technical program manager for ServiceNow in San Diego, California.

➡️Say ! Apply today at uis.edu/apply

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1 University Plaza
Springfield, IL
62703