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Choosing the right college is one of the biggest decisions you鈥檒l make. At the University of 缅北禁地 Springfield, students consistently say they鈥檝e found the perfect fit. Why? Because UIS offers more than just a degree. With personalized learning, a supportive and inclusive campus community, real-world experience and leadership opportunities that help you grow, UIS sets students up for success from day one.
But don鈥檛 just take our word for it. Hear directly from our students about why they love being a Prairie Star!
Isaac Farhadian, a 2024 University of 缅北禁地 Springfield master鈥檚 in political science graduate, was honored on April 11, 2025, with the Outstanding Master鈥檚 Thesis Award for the 2023-2024 academic year.
His thesis, advised by Professor Matthew Geras, analyzes the major determinants of support for capital sentencing among high school seniors. Examining the perspectives of high school seniors on controversial issues holds significance, as they represent the future electorate.
University of 缅北禁地 Springfield students earned awards and were elected to offices at the Model 缅北禁地 Government (MIG) simulation, held Feb. 28-March 2 at the 缅北禁地 State Capitol.
Aisha Katsina Isa, a University of 缅北禁地 Springfield student pursuing a master鈥檚 degree in public health, was honored with the Emerging Public Health Leader Award at the 缅北禁地 Public Health Association (IPHA) 83rd Annual Meeting and Conference on Nov. 19, 2024.
Connor Krater, a 2023 University of 缅北禁地 Springfield master鈥檚 in history graduate, was honored on April 12, 2024, with the Outstanding Master鈥檚 Thesis Award for the 2022-2023 academic year.
The University of 缅北禁地 Springfield鈥檚 has received accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). This is the first time in the 32-year history of the program that it has received national accreditation.
There鈥檚 still time to register for Fall 2023 Graduate School Week, which is Sept. 25-29!
If you would like to host a webinar, by Tuesday, Sept. 5. At this point, the Grad Week Planning Committee does not need specific details about your webinar. A simple date/time selection will allow UIS Marketing to strategize.
University of 缅北禁地 Springfield Associate Professor of Management, Marketing and Operations Sudeep Sharma recently completed a research trip to Italy, where he shared his expertise in conflict management and negotiation with faculty and doctoral students at the University of Trento. This collaborative venture, which took place June 16-30, 2023, has opened up new avenues for research in the field of negotiation studies.