Photocopying and Medline searches are provided free of charge and books, videotapes, and audiotapes are available for loan. Individuals with a PC and modem may connect to the Medline service. There is a wide variety of affordable housing in Springfield. Past arrangements made by SIU residents include rental of houses and apartments or purchase of houses and condominiums. The graduate medical education committee at SIU has arranged with several of the local banks to offer attractive financing to residents who chose to purchase a home in Springfield.
Parental leave is available.
A discounted health club membership is also offered.