News

Feb 01, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: May Commencement News
2.1.24 Dear Faculty and Staff — UIS Commencement is 100 days away, and our Commencement Committee is hard at work planning this year’s ceremonies,…
Jan 26, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: Info Session for Students, Jan. 30
1.26.24 Dear Students: On Tuesday evening, Jan. 30, I will be co-hosting an information session for students with the Student Government Association,…
Jan 22, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 1.22.24
1.22.24 Happy Monday, UIS! And what a Monday it is. Due to icy conditions, in-person classes have been canceled today, and the Liberal Leave Policy…
Jan 22, 2024
Save the Date: Spring Professional Development Retreat - March 1
Save the Date!  Following the success of our fall retreat, there will be a Professional Development Retreat on March 1 for all faculty and…
Jan 08, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 1.8.24
1.8.24 Welcome back, UIS! I hope everyone had a well-deserved, relaxing break with friends and family. The holiday season is a time to unwind and…
Dec 11, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 12.11.23
12.11.23 Happy Monday! It’s finals week, which means we’re nearing the close of a wonderful semester. In fact, we’re celebrating our summer and fall…
Dec 07, 2023
Holiday Happy Hour
All faculty and staff are invited to a Holiday Happy Hour from 4-5 on December 19 in the Student Union Ballroom. There will be music, drinks and appetizers to…
Dec 04, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Happy Holidays, Prairie Stars!
12.4.23 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, As we approach the end of another amazing year at UIS, I find myself reflecting on the journey we've shared. I…
Nov 27, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 11.27.23
11.27.23 Welcome back, UIS! I hope everyone had a restful Thanksgiving break spent with your favorite people. We only have a few short weeks left in the…
Nov 13, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 11.13.23
11.13.23 Happy Monday, UIS! November has been packed full of exciting events and programming so far, and perhaps the best is yet to come: It’s time for…
Nov 07, 2023
Reminder: Information Session TODAY on Budget and Enrollment
11.7.23 Dear Colleagues — Our Fall Employee Information Session is TODAY from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in Brookens Auditorium. This session…
Nov 01, 2023
Register for SECA Bingo - Nov. 9
Bingo Details WHEN: Noon (Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m.) Thursday, Nov. 9 WHERE: Student Union Ballroom $5 for a sheet with four cards. You may…
Oct 26, 2023
Employee Fall Information Session: Hear what's happening at UIS!
As part of the UIS Rise initiative, employees are welcome to join the campus community from 2:30 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7, in Brookens Auditorium to hear…
Oct 26, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Important changes to Fall Employee Information Session
10.26.23 Dear Colleagues — As part of our ongoing Rise initiative, I am hosting a Fall Employee Information Session from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Nov. 7 in…
Oct 16, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 10.16.23
10.16.23 Happy Monday, UIS! There’s a chill in the air, and I’m ready to celebrate the season by attending the Jack-O-Lantern Spooktacular Event at the…
Oct 12, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Encourage students to design the 2023 holiday card!
10.12.23 Dear faculty and staff, As we approach the holiday season, I’m looking for students' creativity to help design my 2023 holiday card. The…
Oct 02, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 10.2.23
10.2.23 Happy fall, everyone! Now that it’s officially apple cider and pumpkin season, watch my Instagram this week for some seasonal this-or-that…
Sep 29, 2023
2023 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Dear UIS Community Members: Maintaining a safe campus is an important responsibility the entire UIS community takes seriously. In compliance with…
Sep 20, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: 2023 SECA Campaign Kick-Off
09.20.23 Dear Colleagues, As we settle in to a new academic year at UIS, I am writing to invite you to participate in the State and University Employees…
Sep 19, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Post-Retreat Surveys
9.19.23 Dear Colleagues: Thank you for attending Friday’s Rise Professional Development Retreat! I hope you enjoyed the opportunity to connect with your…
Sep 18, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 9.18.23
9.18.23 Happy Monday, UIS! In case you missed last week’s announcement, fall enrollment numbers are up by 11%! What an incredible achievement. Thanks to…