Construction Updates
Therkildsen Field Station at Emiquon
We are thrilled to announce that the renovations at Therkildsen Field Station at Emiquon are now complete!
We have transformed a small conference room and a small classroom into a spacious, collaborative learning and meeting space that will foster creativity and engagement.
Work Order Update
We have added the "Requesting Dept." field to our work order request form. While this new field is optional, we encourage you to complete it when submitting requests.
This information will help our team better understand who is authorizing the work and can provide an alternative contact point if the primary requester is unavailable.
This small change will improve communication and help us serve you more efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation!
Motor Pool
A few changes have been implemented for vehicle pickup and return.
What has changed:
- The vehicle pickup area has been moved to parking lot B. Please see the yellow highlighted area in the image (right).
- Vehicles can be returned in the new area or near the key drop-off box. Do not park Motor Pool vehicles in the PERKS or ADA spaces.
What has not changed:
- Keys can be picked up in the Motor Pool office (BSB 5) from 8:00am-3:00pm. Please make arrangements with Dustin if you must pick up keys between 3:00 and 5:00pm.
- Keys can be returned to the key drop off box in lot B or in the Motor Pool office.
- Mileage must be written on the while mileage card inside the leather pouch attached to the vehicle key.
Any questions, please reach out to Dustin in the Motor Pool office at 217-206-6531 or dbrin6@uis.edu.
Recycling and Waste Management
To maintain our campus sustainability efforts and avoid unnecessary fees and penalties, please follow these important waste and recycling guidelines:
Recycling Best Practices:
- Place all recyclable materials loose in recycling dumpsters—never in bags
- Flatten cardboard boxes to maximize space
- Ensure all recyclable items are clean, dry, and free of food waste
Dumpster Usage:
- Never overfill dumpsters. If a dumpster is full, please find another nearby location
- Always close dumpster lids completely after use to prevent runoff when it rains and to keep critters out
Illegal Dumping:
- Report any unauthorized dumping on campus to Campus Police immediately
By following these guidelines, you help our university avoid costly penalties while supporting our sustainability initiatives. Your cooperation ensures that we maintain a clean, environmentally responsible campus for everyone.
Staff Updates
Yoselin Gonzalez and Patty Meyer were honored at the Chancellor's Awards and Staff Appreciation ceremony on March 13th.
Yoselin received the Sirius Award, which recognizes employees who exhibit positivity and inclusivity and consistently support and uplift fellow employees, students, and campus visitors.
Patty received the Chancellor's Award Recognizing Excellence in Civil Service (CARE). CARE recognizes employees with an exceptional work ethic, who project a positive and supportive attitude, and represent fellow civil service employees admirably.
Congratulations Yoselin and Patty!
Scott Wayland received the Student Affairs Kudos Award for his excellent support of his campus colleagues! His nominator highlights how he seamlessly coordinates schedules to ensure work gets done smoothly. They're particularly impressed by his thoughtfulness and respect for others—always making the extra effort to minimize disruptions for ongoing operations in the work area. His considerate approach truly makes a difference for everyone!
Congratulations Scott!
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us with questions, concerns, or feedback. We're always happy to hear from you!
F&S Operations Desk: (217) 206-6530
Email: facilities@uis.edu
Office/mailstop: BSB 33
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can also reach out directly to our units using the contact information below.
Unit Contact Information
Building Maintenance:
John Grice, Construction Superintendent
(217) 206-6704, jwgrice@uis.edu
Classroom & Facilities Scheduling:
Lisa Bowen, Space Administrator
(217) 206-6378
Custodial Services:
Dustin Bringle, Supt. of Buildings &
Transportation
(217) 206-6531, dbrin6@uis.edu
Environmental Health & Safety:
Ravneet Chhokar, Director of Safety &
Compliance
(217) 206-8062, rccho2@uis.edu
Grounds Maintenance:
Brian Beckerman, Superintendent of Grounds
(217) 206-7202, bbeck1@uis.edu
Motor Pool:
Dustin Bringle, Supt. of Buildings & Transportation
(217) 206-6531, dbrin6@uis.edu
Moving Support Services:
AJ Hamm, Building Service Supervisor
(217) 206-6379, ahamm5@uis.edu
Parking Operations:
Teresa Seacrist, Campus Parking Manager
(217) 206-8502, parking@uis.edu