Beginning July 1, Facilities & Services will be releasing a new work order system called MaxPanda. This system will be replacing the current SchoolDude platform.

There are various reasons for the change, but we anticipate that the impact on the campus community will be positive.

Highlights include:

6.30.23

Dear Faculty & Staff —

Following President Killeen’s announcement on June 14, this message confirms the 4% merit-based salary program for the 2023-24 academic year. The 4% merit-based salary program is to be distributed at the discretion of the unit head. Each division head will identify the unit head for each area based on operational responsibility. 

June 29, 2023

Dear colleagues:

A vibrant teaching and learning community made up of people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences is simply essential to an academically excellent education that prepares students to navigate and contribute to our global society. The University of Illinois System will remain true to our abiding and fundamental commitment to access, equity and inclusion for students from all backgrounds and from all parts of our state and beyond.

6.28.23

Dear Faculty and Staff —

I am pleased to share that Dr. J. Travis Bland has been selected to serve as interim dean (designate) of the College of Health, Science and Technology, pending Board of Trustees approval. His two-year appointment will begin July 1.

Laura Hecht has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for June 2023. She is a customer service representative for UIS Residence Life.

In her role, Hecht works at the Residence Life front desk making sure all aspects of the office function properly. She is often the first point of contact for prospective and current students, often helping to shepherd them through the housing application and room selection process.