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Aug 27, 2026
Every journey begins with a sense of direction.
As Prairie Stars, we are guided by a shared sense of purpose and a commitment to continuous improvement. UIS is preparing for its next Higher Learning Commission (HLC…
Aug 27, 2026
To accommodate the annual Rec Palooza event, Vachel Lindsay Drive will be closed from noon on Wednesday, September 2, until noon on Thursday, September 3.
During the closure, please use Ernest Hemingway…
Aug 26, 2026
The Chancellor’s Office is accepting applications for the Chancellor’s Associate Program, a professional development opportunity designed to provide eligible faculty and staff with hands-on experience in university…
Aug 26, 2026
The Good Idea Fund is available again this year, offering one-time, nonrecurring funds to support innovative ideas from UIS faculty and staff. The fund supports a wide range of projects that have the potential to make…
Aug 26, 2026
Good afternoon, faculty and staff —
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Faculty-Staff Kickoff on Aug. 21. It was energizing to come together as a campus community, reflect on where we are headed and look ahead to the opportunities we…
Aug 18, 2026
Colleagues,
Welcome to the new academic year!
One of my favorite times of the year is New Faculty Welcome Week and our annual fall kickoff events. It's energizing to see campus come alive again as we prepare for the return of students and the…
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UIS Campus Senate will meet from 10 a.m.- noon on Friday, August 28, in the Lincoln Residence Hall Great Room.
The agenda can be found in the Campus Senate 2026/2027 Box Folder. If an expected document is missing…
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To provide additional opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to pick up parking hang tags, Parking Operations is extending in-person hang tag distribution through Friday, Sept. 4. Individuals who have…
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To provide additional opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to pick up parking hang tags, Parking Operations is extending in-person hang tag distribution through Friday, Sept. 4. Individuals who have…
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Dear UIS Faculty and Staff:
The first candidate for the vacancy of the inaugural Director (and Visiting Associate Professor or Professor) of the planned School of Applied Engineering will be on campus this coming…