It can be difficult to leave your family and friends behind to live in another country. However, most international students make new friends through activities, clubs, and organizations on campus. Explore some of the many ways in which you can get involved on campus, and read about 100 things to do in Springfield. The Visit Springfield Illinois website also has excellent information on great restaurants, sites and attractions, arts, culture, history, shopping, and more! You can visit Outdoors Adventures website for more fun as well!
Events
- International Congratulatory Ceremony - May 10th, 2-4pm @ Student Union Ballroom. Students who are graduating this semester can register here by Friday, April 26th. They will receive an international graduation honor cord from the director, Rick Lane, in the ceremony. If you’d like to share your memory, no matter if you participate in the ceremony or not, please share one or two memorable photos through the form above. If any questions, please call 217-206-8164 or email Erika Suzuki at esuzu2@uis.edu.
Holidays
International Education
Local Organizations Supporting International Education
- Chicago Council on Global Affairs
- Indian Association of Greater Springfield
- Interfaith Coalition
- Islamic Society of Greater Springfield
- NPR Illinois
- Peoria World Affairs Council
- Sister Cities Association of Springfield, Illinois
- Springfield Commission on International Visitors
- The Hindu Temple of Greater Springfield
- World Affairs Council of Central Illinois
- World Business Chicago
Newsletters
- May Newsletter 2024 (PDF)
- April Newsletter 2024 (PDF)
- March Newsletter 2024 (PDF)
- February Newsletter 2024 (PDF)
- January Newsletter 2024 (PDF)
- December Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
- November Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
- October Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
- September Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
- August Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
- July Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
- June Newsletter 2023 (PDF)
If you have any questions about the events, please contact:
Erika Suzuki, Program Coordinator
217-206-8164
esuzu2@uis.edu