UIS Life

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Your guide for life at UIS 💙
📍events • resources • campus life
🌟everything you need, all in one place!

Welcome home! The University of Illinois Springfield Residence Life Office is here to support your success as a student, as a resident, and as a member of our vibrant Springfield community. And as you work toward completing your degree, we hope you feel that you have really come home to UIS.

National Voter Registration Day is September 15! 🗳☑️Not sure how to register to vote? The Volunteer Center has got you c...
09/08/2026

National Voter Registration Day is September 15! 🗳☑️

Not sure how to register to vote? The Volunteer Center has got you covered! Join a Voter Information Zoom Help-Line before National Voter Registration Day to get your questions answered and learn how to register.

📅 Sept. 8 | 1–2 PM
📅 Sept. 9 | 3–4 PM

Sign up on UISConnection and a Zoom link will be emailed to you!

Then, on September 15, stop by the Student Union North Entrance from 11 AM–1 PM to register to vote! 🗳️

Find more information and sign up on UISConnection — link in bio!

the first two weeks back on campus >>> 🥹✨
09/06/2026

the first two weeks back on campus >>> 🥹✨

The best hue is UIS Blue 💙💫Happy College Colors Day from the Student Affairs crew!!!
09/04/2026

The best hue is UIS Blue 💙💫

Happy College Colors Day from the Student Affairs crew!!!

9/11 Day of Service invites YOU to honor the lives lost and the heroes who answered the call on 9/11 by uniting in acts ...
09/01/2026

9/11 Day of Service invites YOU to honor the lives lost and the heroes who answered the call on 9/11 by uniting in acts of kindness and service.💙

This September, the Volunteer & Civic Engagement Center is partnering with Mission Distribution Center for a meal packaging event supporting those in need!

📅 Friday, September 11
⏰ 3–6 PM | Multiple volunteer shifts available
📍 Student Union Ballroom

Students, faculty & staff are all welcome to volunteer! 🙌

Ready to give back? RSVP for a volunteer shift on UISConnection! ✨

The Prize Cart was SO much fun this week! 🎉💙We had a blast going around campus, putting Prairie Stars to the trivia test...
08/30/2026

The Prize Cart was SO much fun this week! 🎉💙

We had a blast going around campus, putting Prairie Stars to the trivia test, and handing out prizes! 🏆🎁 Thanks to everyone who played along with us!

After all those questions, we hope you’re basically a UIS expert now! 😉⭐

Save the Date, Prairie Star Families! 💙✨Get ready for a weekend full of fun, food & memories with your Prairie Star! 🌟He...
08/28/2026

Save the Date, Prairie Star Families! 💙✨

Get ready for a weekend full of fun, food & memories with your Prairie Star! 🌟

Here’s just a sneak peek at what’s in store:
🏐 Volleyball games
🍔 BBQ
🕵️ Dinner Detective
🎃 Pumpkin Painting
✨ And so much more!

More details at the link in our bio! 📅💙

Bingo After Dark is back & better than ever! ✨This year, we’re adding Grocery Bingo with Res Life during intermission! 🛒...
08/27/2026

Bingo After Dark is back & better than ever! ✨

This year, we’re adding Grocery Bingo with Res Life during intermission! 🛒🎉

Join the Diversity Centers on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 5–8 PM in the Student Union Ballroom for a night of bingo, prizes, and fun while learning about safe dating and sexual health.

Bring your friends and get ready to play! 💙

Throwing it back to our July Student Affairs Division Meeting! 💙✨We’re taking a moment to celebrate some of the incredib...
08/23/2026

Throwing it back to our July Student Affairs Division Meeting! 💙✨

We’re taking a moment to celebrate some of the incredible Student Affairs staff who go above and beyond to support our students every day. We’re so grateful for all that they do! ⭐

Eileen Norris - Kindness and Civility Award
James Koeppe - Student Affairs Award for Excellence
Lisa McGuire - Student First Award
Amanda Barnes - Student First Award
Suzy Hulligan - New Student Affairs Member Award
Liam Boyle - Quality Service Award

Kinda chic to give back. 💙✨Join us for Service-a-Thon on August 28–29! Whether you have 30 minutes or a couple of hours,...
08/22/2026

Kinda chic to give back. 💙✨

Join us for Service-a-Thon on August 28–29! Whether you have 30 minutes or a couple of hours, there’s a volunteer opportunity for you. Find a project that fits your schedule on UISConnection and make a difference! 🌟

Students, faculty & staff are all invited to participate!

📅 August 28–29
📲 Check UISConnection throughout the day for volunteer opportunities!

POV: You just moved in! 🏡💙✨Passing the camera to our newest Prairie Stars, their families & friends! 📸
08/20/2026

POV: You just moved in! 🏡💙✨

Passing the camera to our newest Prairie Stars, their families & friends! 📸

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