David Ayala of Bogotá, Colombia awarded a $10,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

David Ayala of Bogotá, Colombia, a recent graduate of Miami Dade Virtual School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 and awarded a $10,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. At UIS, he will play on the men’s golf team and major in business administration.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

He says he chose UIS because “a friend recommended it and he likes the programs offered.”

Following graduation from UIS, he plans to continue playing golf at the professional level and work in the business field.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $10,000 over four years, students must earn an 18 to a 20 on their ACT or a minimum of 940 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Alonso Meana of Gijón, Spain awarded a $20,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Alonso Meana of Gijón, Spain, a recent graduate of IES Calderon de la Barca, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 and awarded a $20,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. At UIS, he will play on the men’s basketball team and major in business administration.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

He played basketball in high school and plans to play pro basketball in Spain following graduation from UIS.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $20,000 over four years, students must earn a 24 to a 26 on their ACT or a minimum of 1160 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 4.0 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Brian Ross of Chicago admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Brian Ross of Chicago, a senior at UIC College Prep, the LSV Campus of the Noble Network of Charter Schools, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 classes. He plans to major in business administration at UIS.

At UIC College Prep, he is involved in the Comic Book Club, Garden Club and helps with academic assessments.

“I am choosing UIS because I want to create a positive impact on the institution,” he said.

Following graduation, he plans to start his career and “make a positive impact on the world” as he continues his education.

The University of Illinois Springfield is proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. Nearly 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Adam Robson of Waterloo receives a $38,000 UIS Capital Scholars Honors Program Deans Scholarship

Adam Robson of Waterloo, a senior at Waterloo High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield and awarded a $38,000 Capital Scholars Honors Program Deans Scholarship for tuition over 4 years.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Waterloo High School, he ran cross country and track, was a National Honor Society member and was a role model for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

At UIS, he plans to major in business administration with a concentration in marketing. He will also be a member of the UIS Prairie Stars men’s cross country team.

“I am choosing UIS, because I got to know a lot of great people the multiple times that I visited, and felt like I really belonged there,” he said. “The cross country team treated me very well, and I cannot wait to run with them next year.”

The CAP Honors Program is a selective undergraduate program combining high standards and emphasis on excellence with a small residential college model, enrolling only about 100 first-year students each year.

The program brings together intellectually strong students with talented, dedicated faculty to create a unique academic environment within the greater UIS community.

Capital Scholar Honors students participate in an interdisciplinary core curriculum designed to prepare students for their major and provide leadership opportunities.

In order to receive a $38,000 Capital Scholars Honors Program Deans Scholarship, the student must earn a 27 to a 29 on their ACT or a minimum of 1280 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 4.0 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Jaden Pearson of Chicago admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Jaden Pearson of Chicago, a senior at Simeon Career Academy, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for the fall 2018 term.

At Simeon’s he plays football, runs track and is involved in the work-study program. At UIS, he plans to major in business administration with an emphasis in sport management.

He says he chose UIS because of the “location, and the price, and my major.”

The University of Illinois Springfield is proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. Nearly 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Melissa Van of Lincoln awarded a University of Illinois Springfield scholarship

Melissa Van, a resident of Lincoln and business administration major at the University of Illinois Springfield, has been awarded the Richard and Charlene Osborne Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year.

Van is a first-generation Vietnamese-American college student. She said her degree is incredibly important to both her and her family.

Van chose to major in business administration with a concentration in marketing and a minor in psychology. She hopes to use her degree and experience for a career in advertising. “I want to be able to find innovative ways to appeal to consumers,” she said, “whether it is advertising for a movie, product or anything.”

Van puts her marketing skills to use as the marketing coordinator for the UIS Student Activities Committee and activities coordinator for the Asian Student Organization. She also serves as the vice president of the UIS Garden Club and is a member of the Legacy Dance Team, the Vietnamese Student Association and the CAP Scholars Honors Program.

The Richard and Charlene Osborne Scholarship was established by the Osbornes. Richard Osborne earned his MBA from UIS and is currently the senior managing director of Madison Industries, a private equity firm in Chicago.

To qualify for the Richard and Charlene Osborne Scholarship, students must be in good academic standing and be seeking a degree in the College of Business and Management.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or finaid@uis.edu.

For a full list of scholarship opportunities visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/. The deadline to apply for institutional scholarships is February 15, 2018.

If you are interested in creating a scholarship, please contact the UIS Office of Advancement at 217/206-6058 or giftinfo@uis.edu.

Lanie Hicks of Tinley Park awarded a University of Illinois Springfield scholarship

Lanie Hicks, a resident of Tinley Park and business administration major at the University of Illinois Springfield, has been awarded the Kent Weber Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year.

Hicks said she chose to pursue a career in business administration in order to follow in her father’s footsteps and hopefully someday, take over the family insurance business.

As a UIS basketball player, Hicks also dreams of playing in the NCAA Tournament.

“I visited UIS with two of my previous teammates from high school. Coach Kost offered us all three a spot,” she said. “We felt like this was an opportunity we couldn’t pass up, so we all committed to play basketball together for the next four years.”

Despite an ankle injury last year, Hicks doesn’t let anything slow her down. She worked hard to come back and play this season, volunteers with the UIS Necessary Steps Mentoring Program and works hard to maintain a GPA above a 3.6.

To be eligible for the Kent Weber Scholarship, students must meet high academic standards and be studying business or management.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or finaid@uis.edu.

For a full list of scholarship opportunities visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/. The deadline to apply for institutional scholarships is February 15, 2018.

If you are interested in creating a scholarship, please contact the UIS Office of Advancement at 217/206-6058 or giftinfo@uis.edu.

Ethan Howard of Prophetstown awarded a University of Illinois Springfield scholarship

Ethan Howard, a resident of Prophetstown and business administration major at the University of Illinois Springfield, has been awarded the Staley Family Athletic Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year.

Howard, a UIS baseball player, transferred to UIS from Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he was recruited to play baseball.

“Baseball at UIS has been one of the most positive experiences I could have hoped for in college,” he said.

Howard said he chose business administration because UIS had an excellent business program coupled with the potential for the degree. He said he plans to explore the field with different internship opportunities.

“I enjoy talking and working with others,” said Howard who hopes to own and manage his own business someday.

The Staley Family Athletic Scholarship is chosen by the UIS Director of Athletics.

To qualify, students must be a varsity athlete with a demonstrated financial nee
d, meeting academic requirements.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or finaid@uis.edu.

For a full list of scholarship opportunities visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

The deadline to apply for institutional scholarships is February 15, 2018.

If you are interested in creating a scholarship, please contact the UIS Office of Advancement at 217/206-6058 or giftinfo@uis.edu.

Ryan Jemar of Bourbonnais admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Ryan Jemar of Bourbonnais, a senior at Bradley-Bourbonnais High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for the fall 2018 term.

At UIS, he plans to major in business administration and play on the UIS Prairie Stars baseball team.

He currently plays baseball at Bradley-Bourbonnais High School.

“I am choosing UIS because of the great academics and athletics,” said Jemar.

Following graduation from UIS, he plans to pursue a career in healthcare administration.

The University of Illinois Springfield is proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. Over 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Paige Cates of Belleville receives a $10,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Paige Cates of Belleville, a senior at Belleville Township High School West, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield and awarded a $10,000 Lincoln Scholarship for tuition over four years.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At UIS, she plans to major in business administration/marketing and play on the UIS Prairie Stars softball team. She played softball and volleyball in high school.

“I chose UIS to further my education and continue my softball career,” she said.

Following graduation, she plans to obtain her pilots license and fly for a major corporation.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $10,000 over four years, students must earn a 21 to a 23 on their ACT or a minimum of 1060 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.0.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Libby Price of Waterloo receives a $14,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Libby Price of Waterloo, a senior at Waterloo High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield and awarded a $14,000 Lincoln Scholarship for tuition over four years.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At UIS, she plans to major in marketing. She is on the track and cross country teams at Waterloo High School.

“I chose UIS because it gives U of I a small school feel and personal connection and care from professors, which is important to me,” she said.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $14,000 over four years, students must earn a 24 to a 26 on their ACT or a minimum of 1160 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.5.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Valentina Rodriguez Escobar of Gurnee receives a University of Illinois Springfield scholarship

Valentina Rodriguez Escobar of Gurnee, a senior at Warren Township High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield and awarded a $12,000 Lincoln Scholarship for tuition over 4 years.

At UIS, she plans to major in business administration and will play for the NCAA Division II Prairie Stars women’s soccer team. She played varsity soccer in high school.

“At UIS, there are many academic and athletic opportunities that I am excited to pursue. I am confident the academics will prepare me for a successful future that will help me to accomplish my professional goals. Athletically, UIS provides me a challenging environment that allows me to compete at a high level,” she said.

Following graduation, she plans to excel in the business world and become a successful, bilingual businesswoman.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. In order to receive $12,000 over four years, students must earn a 21 on their ACT and hold a 3.5 GPA.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Santiago Focil of Guayaquil, Ecuador receives a University of Illinois Springfield scholarship

Santiago Focil, a resident of Guayaquil, Ecuador and senior at Unidad Educativa Bilinge Torremar, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield and awarded a $24,000 Lincoln Scholarship for tuition over 4 years.

At UIS, Focil will play on the UIS Prairie Stars men’s soccer team and major in economics and business administration.

At the Unidad Educativa Bilinge Torremar, he played on the soccer team and was a member of journalism club, debate team, Torremar Club (Club de Traca), and participated in more than 160 hours of community service.

Following his graduation from UIS, he plans to become an entrepreneur and start his own business.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. In order to receive $24,000 over four years, students must earn a 27 ACT/1210 SAT and maintain a 3.75 GPA.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Steven Cowles of Springfield admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Steven Cowles of Springfield, a senior at Lutheran High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for the fall 2016 term.

At UIS, he will major in business administration and play on the Prairie Stars men’s soccer team. He played soccer and basketball in high school.

Following graduation from UIS, Cowles says he plans to work in politics or start his own business.

The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three campuses of the world-class University of Illinois. Over 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Tyler Hiserote of Peoria receives a University of Illinois Springfield scholarship

Tyler Hiserote, a Peoria resident and senior at Limestone Community High School in Bartonville, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield and awarded a $10,000 Lincoln Scholarship for tuition over 4 years.

At UIS, Hiserote plans to major in economics or business administration starting in fall 2016. He will also run on the UIS men’s track and cross country teams. He chose UIS because of the size of the campus.

“I chose UIS because it wasn't too small or too big,” he said. “It was the perfect size for me. I felt I would not get lost or become just part of the crowd. I was also impressed with the level of degrees and academics available to the students.”

At Limestone Community High School, he ran on the track and cross country teams. Following graduation from UIS, he hopes to find a job in his field.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. In order to receive $10,000 over four years, students must earn a 21 on their ACT and hold a 3.0 GPA.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.