[Discount] Life Membership: Join a Community of Leaders

As a graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, you’re part of a community that leads, innovates, and changes the world. Our alumni are CEOs, inventors, educators, artists, and advocates who shape the future in countless ways. As a Life Member of the Illinois Alumni Association, you have the opportunity to deepen your connection with this powerful network. Becoming a Life Member isn’t just about staying connected; it’s about securing your place in the ongoing legacy of Illinois excellence. Whether you’re seeking mentorship, networking opportunities, or simply looking to give back, this membership is your gateway to lifelong benefits and an enduring bond with your alma mater.

Membership Overview

LifetimeAnnual
Membership Payment$1,250 one-time fee$150 per year
Membership RenewalNoneYes, annually
Exclusive Life Member Blanket
Promotional Swag
Career Services Discount*
Quarterly-print magazine Illinois Alumni*
Partnership & Discounts with Athletics*
Access to Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and Art Museum*
TicketsatWork Exclusive Offers*
Allerton Discounts*
15% off room rates at Illini Union Hotel*
10% discount at the Illini Union Bookstore*
Lifelong Learning OLLI Membership Discount*
ALC Members Online Community*
*Reference below for more details.

UIAA members can receive a special discount on career coaching services with Illinois alum Julie Bartimus. With over 20 years of experience guiding alumni through various career stages, Julie is equipped to help you with everything from polishing your resume and LinkedIn profile to creating a personal branding strategy or launching your next career search.

Discount Details:
•Rate: $75 per 1-hour session (regular rate $125, discount of $50)
Illinois is here to support you every step of the way!

On a quarterly basis, alumni members will receive the Illinois Alumni, the award-winning print magazine detailing the accomplishments of the Illini family.

Fighting Illini Football Tickets

UIAA Alumni Association members will enjoy a discount on Illinois’ Homecoming football game tickets each year. Each year, the UIAA will distribute a special promo code good for a discount on homecoming tickets.

Atkins Golf Course

UIAA membership includes discounted rates on regular greens fee and cart fee at the Atkins Golf Club at University of Illinois (valid for UIAA member’s golf only). Discounted rates are available Monday-Thursday before 3pm. Atkins Golf Club at the University of Illinois is located at 2560 Stone Creek Blvd., Urbana, IL.

Discounts are as follows:
18 holes riding $55 (rack rate $69)
18 holes walking $40 (rack rate $49)
9 holes riding $36 (rack rate $39)
9 holes walking $26 (rack rate $29)

Experience the nation’s premier University performing arts center, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, and enjoy exclusive discounts on 4-6 shows per year!
Members also enjoy 15% off at Intermezzo Cafe and the Stage 5 bar.

Annually, members will be treated to a virtual tour by the director/curators of the Krannert Art Museum which features a rich collection of fine arts from across the globe and vibrant exhibitions.

Save up to 60% on theme parks, hotels, concerts, movie tickets, and more!

TicketsatWork provides University of Illinois Alumni Association members with a unique opportunity to access exclusive offers to the world’s greatest entertainment and travel brands, including Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Orlando Resort™, Cirque du Soleil® and SeaWorld® Parks and Entertainment, and many other worldwide offers and attractions are available all with special pricing not available to the public.

UIAA members receive a discount on an exciting Folk School course through Allerton’s The Farms Sessions.

UIAA members also receive a discount on all of Allerton’s Summer Concert Series shows during the Summer.

Members receive a 15% off rate at the Illini Union Hotel! Whatever brings you back to the university, we’re happy to host! To book this member rate, just call the hotel front desk at 217-333-1241 and provide your UIAA membership number. Guests must provide proof of membership upon arrival in order to receive this discount.

Rate is not available for special event dates (Commencement, Homecoming, Mom’s Weekend, Dad’s Weekend, football weekends, etc.).

Whether your wear your Illini pride, or bring it with you to the office, make sure the orange and blue is always within reach! Alumni members receive a 10% discount at the Illini Union Bookstore on all branded merchandise.

OLLI at Illinois is a lifelong learning community designed for adults fifty or older who want to remain intellectually active and engaged. Throughout the year, OLLI offers courses taught by current and retired university faculty and area experts, member-led study groups and interest groups, and a wide range of lectures. UIAA membership includes 10% discount on OLLI membership. https://olli.illinois.edu/

Just because you graduated, doesn’t mean you stopped learning. As an alum, you have exclusive access to a range of webinars and online events.

Become a Lifetime Member!

Become a Life Member with a one-time payment of $1,250 or $250 recurring yearly payments for 5 years.

Testimonials

“…Over the years, the Alumni Association has enriched my connection to the University on all levels – by hosting events for members, providing real time information about the University, and providing numerous avenues to engage – both online and in person. Supporting the Alumni Association by becoming a member ensures that these opportunities, along with its mission of “Building Relationships for Life”, will continue for generations to come. In short, I encourage every alum to become a member of the Alumni Association – it’s not only a privilege but a great way to pay it forward!”

– Norma Lauder, ’71 BUSLifetime Member

“For more than 20 years I’ve been a member of UIAA having joined right after graduation. Through the Illinois Alumni magazine, I love still feeling connected to the university. The magazine always has the latest news including what my former classmates are doing, as well as interesting school history, to proudly share with family, friends and colleagues. There’s also really cool discounts for tickets, alumni gear and other activities that my family has enjoyed and has been great for gift giving.”

– Karen (Oelke) Lobdell, ’86 BUSLifetime Member