Study In US: University Of Illinois Offers Certified Electronic Diploma

The University of Illinois offers the graduates an option to get a certified electronic diploma. It is not replacing the paper diploma given to the graduates.

The University of Illinois has started offering graduates the option to receive a certified electronic version of their traditional paper diploma. The new eDiploma is not replacing the paper diploma which the student receives but it gives them another convenient way to verify their academic achievements.

The eDiploma is to facilitate easy diploma verification. It is the signed and certified PDF of the original diploma and it is available for a one-time charge of $10. After all degrees are conferred for the applicable semester, the graduates can order the eDiploma and they will get it in within minutes and will be able to share it as often as they require.

Vickie Cook, UIS vice chancellor for enrollment and retention management said, “In today's digital age, having immediate access to a certified electronic diploma streamlines the process for our graduates when applying for jobs or further education. It ensures that their credentials are easily verifiable and readily available.”

Students can also order the paper replacement diplomas and can order it online for $30.

"The adoption of eDiplomas is a growing trend among universities across the country, as institutions seek to provide more accessible and efficient ways for graduates to share their academic credentials," reads the university statement.

University Of Illinois Springfield Students Elected To Model Illinois Government Simulation

The students of the University of Illinois have received awards and were elected at the Model Illinois Government (MIG) simulation after competing against the peers from 15 colleges and universities.

Ken Owen, MIG faculty advisor and associate professor of history said, “I'm incredibly proud of our students. Students didn't just learn valuable lessons about how government operates - they learned about preparation, public speaking, leadership and teamwork. The team supported each other wonderfully throughout the weekend, and their success is richly deserved.”

Western Courier Earns Recognition at ICPA

Western Courier is the online student newspaper of the Western Illinois University. It has earned four awards at the Illinois College Press Association's annual conference.

Samantha Haney, Western Courier editor-in-chief and sophomore Broadcasting and Journalism student said, "I'm so incredibly proud of our staff. All of these awards came from one semester of work. I can't imagine what we'll do based on a whole year of work. It's such an honor to be recognized at the state level and it wouldn't be possible without the wonderful Western Courier staff."

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