UIS Orbit is a resource for University of Illinois Springfield employees to find important news and announcements, new hire information, human resources info, upcoming employee events and more!
Announcements
Feb 21, 2025
Please be aware that Parking Lot E will be closed on Monday, February 24, so that school children may safely enter the UIS Performing Arts Center for the Staley Class Acts performance The Giver.
Thank you.…
Feb 19, 2025
As part of the necessary plumbing infrastructure renovation project scheduled to begin this summer in the Public Affairs Center, Facilities & Services is working in collaboration with multiple campus partners to…
Feb 19, 2025
The state budget proposed today by Gov. JB Pritzker would provide a 2.7 percent increase in state-appropriated general operating funds for the University of Illinois System, increasing the system’s general funds…
UIS Mobile App
The UIS Mobile app is now available for download on both the App Store and Google Play Store. Features include quick access to events, news, dining info, and safety links. Visit the UIS Mobile App page to learn more and download!
News from the Chancellor
Feb 21, 2025
2.21.25
Dear Faculty and Staff,
I would like to invite you to the Spring Employee Information Session at 3 p.m. March 4 in Brookens Auditorium. During this session, you will hear from me and other UIS leaders about updates on our …
Feb 18, 2025
2.18.25
Dear Faculty and Staff:
I have exciting news regarding the university’s ongoing efforts to best support our students’ success. Through a new statewide partnership, UIS students will now receive free access to Kaplan’s industry-leading…
Feb 18, 2025
2.18.25
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,
It is with deep sadness that I share news of the death of former UIS Chancellor Richard D. Ringeisen, who led this university with vision and dedication from 2001 to 2010. Chancellor Ringeisen passed…
News from the Provost
Feb 18, 2025
At the University of Illinois Springfield, we're incredibly proud of our students' drive and ambition. We know many of you are planning for the next step in your academic and professional journeys, whether it's graduate school, a professional…
Jan 29, 2025
From Provost Schwab
Dear Colleagues,
I start this month’s newsletter with a bit of enrollment news now that we have passed 10th-day census. We are slightly up in total headcount (4,401) and student credit hours (+2.22%) compared to last…
Dec 03, 2024
From Provost Schwab
I am watching the snow fall for the first time this season and appreciating how our lovely campus changes appearance throughout the year. It has been a busy fall semester, and I hope you are poised for a strong finish and…
Department Newsletters
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Employee Recognition
Feb 19, 2025
Heath Bruce, assistant director of marketing, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for February 2025.
“Heath has consistently demonstrated outstanding performance in working…
Employee Events
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UIS Campus Senate will meet on Friday, February 21, 2025, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in PAC 160, Community Room (formerly known as C/D).
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We are excited to announce the next installment of the monthly Employee Development Series: Technology Tips & Tricks with Kara McElwrath on February 26 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Does it feel like technology is…
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On March 4, join Chancellor Gooch and other UIS leaders at 3 p.m. in Brookens Auditorium for updates on our Northstar strategic priorities as well as other important news and issues affecting UIS, with a Q&A at the…