The UIS Visual Arts Gallery presents anti-war artist Aaron Hughes in solo exhibition and lecture series
The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Gallery is pleased to present “A Radical Turn,” an exhibition featuring the work of artist, curator and anti-war veteran Aaron Hughes. The exhibition opens Oct. 13 and runs through Nov. 20, 2025.In conjunction with this exhibition, the artist will present an Engaged Citizenship Common Experience (ECCE) Speaker Series lecture from 6 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 22 in Brookens Auditorium, located on the lower level of Brookens Library. Hughes’ lecture, “A Radical Turn:
UIS to host the Beaumont Endowed Lincoln Legacy Lecture on “Lincoln and the Age of Disruption”
WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield Center for Lincoln Studies will host the 23rd annual Beaumont Endowed Lincoln Legacy Lecture, “Lincoln and the Age of Disruption,” featuring Jon Grinspan, curator of political history at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, and Colleen Shogan, the 11th archivist of the United States. The lecture is free and open to the public. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 16 WHERE: UIS Student Union Ballroom, 2251 Richard Wright Drive,
Zach Dinardo Named Memorial Health Chief Legal Officer
Zach Dinardo has joined Memorial Health as Chief Legal Officer, effective Sept. 22. Dinardo has more than 25 years of experience as a legal advisor in the health care field, most recently as deputy chief counsel and compliance officer at Springfield Clinic.He graduated with high honors from the University of Illinois Springfield, earning a bachelor’s degree in health services administration. He earned a law degree from Saint Louis University School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude with a
UIS Innovate Springfield to launch University of Illinois Founders Week
Innovate Springfield, the University of Illinois Springfield’s hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, will host Founders Day on Tuesday, Oct. 7, as the kickoff to 2025 Founders Week events.Founders Day is designed to shine a spotlight on entrepreneurship in Illinois. The event will bring together business founders, investors, government leaders and community members to share ideas, highlight local startups and discuss how to grow innovation across the state.Traditionally celebrated on the University of
UIS named the top public regional university in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report
The University of Illinois Springfield has been ranked the top public regional university in Illinois for a seventh year by U.S. News & World Report. The 2026 Best Colleges rankings, released today, also place UIS 10th among public regional universities in the Midwest.“We are honored to once again receive this recognition as the top public regional university in Illinois,” said UIS Chancellor Janet L. Gooch. “UIS is a place where students are empowered to succeed, graduate workforce-ready and turn potential
UIS honors four alumni with awards for achievement, service and humanitarianism
The University of Illinois Springfield presented alumni and service awards during the annual Alumni Gala at the Student Union on Sept. 20. The event recognized four distinguished individuals for their professional achievements, service to the university and contributions to society.The Alumni Achievement Award, honoring outstanding success and distinction in one’s profession or life’s work, was presented to retired Illinois Supreme Court Justice Robert L. Carter. A graduate of one of the earliest classes at
SAAC Brings Regional Artists into Focus with Public Art Scavenger Hunt
The Springfield Area Arts Council is excited to announce its first-ever Art Hunt, a month-long public art scavenger hunt taking place throughout Sangamon and Menard counties this October. Art Hunt invites participants of all ages to explore the region, discover public art, and celebrate local creativity in a fun, interactive way. Tickets are $10 per person, with proceeds providing vital Mission Support that ensures SAAC can deliver programs, pay staff, and respond to community needs with strength and
Media Advisory: UIS to hold groundbreaking for new Library Commons building
WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield will host a groundbreaking for its new Library Commons building. WHEN: 1:30 p.m. Sept. 19 WHERE: UIS quad, near the Student Union DETAILS: The Library Commons is a publicly funded project made possible by a $42.5 million investment from the State of Illinois. The three-story, 52,000-square-foot building will be located between the Student Union and the Health Sciences Building on the UIS quad. The facility will bring together the
University of Illinois Springfield sees growth in freshman enrollment for fall 2025
The University of Illinois Springfield has enrolled 312 first-year students for fall 2025, a 19.1% increase from last fall’s 262 freshmen. New students cite UIS’ academic programs, personalized attention and career outcomes as key reasons for enrolling.“We are pleased to see more first-year students choosing UIS to begin their college journey,” said Janet L. Gooch, UIS chancellor. “Through new scholarships like the Prairie Promise Program, innovative academic programs and hands-on experiences such as
UIS students to assemble care kits for active-duty military on Sept. 11 Day of Service
WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield will host a volunteer event as part of the Sept. 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance (9/11 Day). Students, faculty and staff will assemble care kits for active-duty military personnel in support of Operation: Care and Comfort. This event is a collaboration between the Volunteer and Civic Engagement Center and Military and Veteran Student Services at UIS. WHEN: 12-6 p.m. Sept. 11 WHERE: UIS Student Union Ballroom, 2251 Richard Wright
Explore timely topics at UIS’ Fall Lunch & Learn Series
The University of Illinois Springfield will host four Lunch & Learn Series events this fall, presented by the UIS Alumni SAGE Society and the Illinois State Historical Society.Sept. 15 – “Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Life”1:30 to 2:30 p.m., UIS Field Station at Lake Springfield, 9 Club Area, Springfield UIS faculty members Hei-Chi Chan and Neetu Singh, co-founders of the UIS AI Campus Learning Community, will lead a hands-on session exploring real-world applications of artificial intelligence.
