A Morrisonville High School student has been recognized with a major scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield.

Dalton Thomas has been admitted to UIS for the spring 2026 semester and awarded a $16,000 Star Scholar Award, which will cover tuition over four years. Thomas plans to major in secondary history education.

In high school, he was active in student council, FFA, and several sports, including football, baseball, and basketball. Thomas says attending UIS gives him the chance to earn a quality education while staying focused on his military career and close to family. After graduation, he hopes to become a high school history teacher and earn additional endorsements to teach other subjects.

The Star Scholar Award is based on high school GPA and can be renewed each year if college requirements are met. More information on the University of Illinois Springfield can be www.uis.edu.