University of Illinois at Springfield

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Mission Statement

The University of Illinois at Springfield has as its primary mission providing excellence in teaching. UIS strives to produce an educational environment where you can acquire 1) a solid foundation for lifelong learning, 2) a keen appreciation of intellectual and aesthetic achievements, 3) an enhanced capacity for critical thinking and oral as well as written communication, 4) a practical preparation for pursuing fulfilling careers, 5) a sound basis for informed and concerned citizenship, and 6) a productive commitment to improving your world. UIS emphasizes public affairs instruction, research, and service carried out through community partnerships that contribute to social progress, governmental effectiveness, educational excellence, and economic development. UIS is committed to addressing the needs of both traditional and nontraditional learners and reflecting cultural diversity in both the curriculum and the campus community. UIS encourages innovative approaches appropriate to fulfilling these institutional aims.