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#UISedu employees presented a check for more than $700 today to support the Animal Protective League as it rebuilds its shelter and clinic, which were destroyed by an EF-1 tornado on June 10. Nearly 70 employees took part in a bingo fundraiser as part of the SECA campaign.
Fall looks good on #UISedu! 🍁🍂 With vibrant reds, golden yellows and beautiful views across campus, it’s easy to see why fall is a favorite season for so many Prairie Stars. ❤️💛
University of Illinois Springfield retweeted
Rice's 30-Point Night Leads Prairie Stars to Exhibition Upset of Southern Illinois ow.ly/NFmO5103AhM
#WeAreStars | #ProtectThePrairie
Meet Aseel Rashid, a double major in biology and chemistry with a pre-med concentration from Sudan. She chose #UISedu for the opportunities to engage in the close-knit community and to prepare her for medical school.
➡️Say #YesToUIS! Apply today at uis.edu/apply
🎃 #UISedu students collected 6,220 pounds of food during today's Trick-or-Treat for Canned Goods event! 🥫 Students went door to door in Springfield neighborhoods to support the UIS Cares Food Pantry and Central Illinois Foodbank.
🏀 The #UISedu women's basketball team tipped off its 2026-27 season tonight with an exhibition game against the Fighting Illini at State Farm Center in Champaign. @UISWBB @UISAthletics
📸 Jory Nichols
University of Illinois Springfield retweeted
Such an amazing weekend! Thank you to all who came out and thank you to Brian Urlacher for spending the day with us!
#WeAreStars | #ProtectThePrairie | #GreaterThan94
Meet Ahsan Balouch, a graduate student from Pakistan studying management information systems. He chose #UISedu for the welcoming environment, job opportunities and practical courses offered through the master’s program.
➡️ Say #YesToUIS! Apply today at uis.edu/apply
Vote early at #UISedu! 🗳️
Early voting is available at the Student Union from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 26-30 for residents of Capital precincts 14, 21, 37, 60, 70, 82 and 92, and Woodside 02 and 04.
On-site registration is available. Bring two forms of ID to register.
Come experience #UISedu for yourself on Nov. 11! 🌟 Join us for an Open House from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to tour campus, explore academic programs and learn about admissions, financial aid and student life.
➡️ Register: uis.edu/visit
Meet Logan Iott, an elementary education major from Elgin, Illinois. He chose #UISedu for the personalized classroom experience, affordability and the opportunity to build valuable relationships with students and staff.
➡️ Say #YesToUIS! Apply today at uis.edu/apply
🚧 Coming to #UISedu? The railroad crossing on 11th St. between East Hazel Dell Road and Ernest Hemingway Drive is closed for repairs until at least 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23.
Plan for extra travel time. Drivers heading to UIS may proceed through areas marked "Local Traffic Only."
Congrats to Allison Kling, transfer coordinator in the Office of Admissions Processing who was named the #UISedu Employee of the Month for October 2026.
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Congratulations to #UISedu Associate Professor of Biology Noah Reynolds, named the 2026 University Scholar! The award is the highest faculty honor from the @UofILSystem, recognizing excellence in teaching and scholarship.
➡️ go.uis.edu/UniversityScholar…
Building community and finding home at #UISedu. Students, faculty and staff came together for the annual "Closet Door" event to celebrate National Coming Out Day. Thank you to everyone who helped make this a welcoming space.
🌟 Four new members were inducted into the @UISAthletics Prairie Stars Hall of Fame during Homecoming 2026!
Congratulations to Kathy Sigle, Kevin Gamble, the 2006-07 men's basketball team and Alyssa Hasler!
➡️ Learn more: go.uis.edu/HOF26
#PrairieStars #UISHomecoming
Students, alumni and community members came together this morning for the #UISedu Prairie Stars 5K and 1 Mile Walk, part of Homecoming 2026! The event, presented by the Illinois Innocence Project, wrapped up with a pancake breakfast.
Homecoming festivities continued tonight at #UISedu! ⭐ Students enjoyed a giant balloon colonnade, face painting and games before cheering on the Prairie Stars volleyball team. 💙💛
University of Illinois Springfield retweeted
Thank you to everyone who joined us Thursday night for the Tip-Off Dinner to kick off the 2026-27 basketball season, and to our presenting sponsors, Springfield Clinic and the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, for their support.
We’re ready for the season ahead! ⭐
⚽ The #UISedu men’s and women’s soccer teams played their Homecoming games tonight at Kiwanis Stadium!
Homecoming events continue through the weekend. See the schedule: uis.edu/homecoming 💙⭐

















































