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Jun 18, 2026
As part of the ongoing repairs and renovations occurring in the Public Affairs Center (PAC), the contractor will need to turn off the power beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22. In preparation for this scheduled…
Jun 18, 2026
As part of the ongoing repairs and renovations occurring in the Public Affairs Center (PAC), the contractor will need to turn off the power beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22. In preparation for this scheduled…
Jun 18, 2026
Dear colleagues, I am pleased to share that the University of Illinois System will have a 2% salary program for faculty and staff (academic professionals and civil service). This will take effect August 16. Our…
Jun 17, 2026
The Springfield area is forecast to be impacted by significant severe weather this afternoon and evening, including the potential for hail, damaging winds and tornadoes. Due to the forecast, UIS is implementing…
Jun 02, 2026
6.2.26 Dear Colleagues — I am pleased to share that, pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, Dr. Steven Johnson Jr. will be named Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (Designate), effective June 16, 2026.…
Chancellor Gooch
Janet L. Gooch, Ph.D.
Chancellor
Apr 28, 2026
April-May 2026 From Provost Schwab Dear Colleagues, With final exam week and commencement in sight, my message is simple: thank you. Commencement reminds us why our work matters—students crossing the stage, families and friends cheering,…
Brandon Schwab
Brandon Schwab, Ph.D.
Provost

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Employee Recognition

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Jun 11, 2026
Tracy Rakes named UIS Employee of the Month for June 2026
Tracy Rakes, immigration adviser in the Office of International Student Services, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for June 2026.  Rake’s supervisor, Zafrul…

Getting to Know You

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Jun 03, 2026
Getting to Know You: Michaela Schroeder
What do you like about your job?  I love working with students and supporting them throughout their journey at UIS. I also enjoy collaborating with our campus partners, such as Residence Life, Dining, UIC…

Employee Events

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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…
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🌴 Ready for a mini summer getaway? Join APAC & CSAC for a Snackation Station! 🎒 Fill your own snack bag 🧃 Grab a refreshing drink 🎁 Enter our HUGE swag giveaway drawing 🗓 …
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🌴 Ready for a mini summer getaway? Join APAC & CSAC for a Snackation Station! 🎒 Fill your own snack bag 🧃 Grab a refreshing drink 🎁 Enter our HUGE swag giveaway drawing 🗓 …
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…