Message from Dean Smith

Dean Smith

Dear Graduates: On behalf of the entire faculty and staff of the College of Public Affairs and Administration let me extend a heartfelt congratulations as you celebrate your graduation! Through hard work and dedication you have earned your degree in your selected discipline. But don’t stop there! Your degree will help you take that next step whether it’s continuing your education, career advancement or your next adventure in life! We are proud of you and wish you and your loved ones who helped you on this path our best wishes for a future of success and health and happiness. Thanks again for studying here at UIS!! Best regards, Dean Smith

~ Dean Smith

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2020

Rebekah Grosboll

Rebekah Grosbolli

Online Coordinator

Legal Studies and Political Sciencet

We are so proud of your accomplishments, and know that many more await you in the future! Congratulations and best wishes!!

Sibel Oktay

Sibel Oktay

Assistant Professor

Political Science

Although we are not on campus to celebrate together this great milestone, I am cheering for you all--wherever you may be! Congratulations!

Dr. Jason Pierceson

Dr. Jason Pierceson

Professor

Philosophy

Congrats!

Dr. Megan Styles

Dr. Megan Styles

Assistant Professor

Environmental Studies

Congratulations ENS Class of 2020! It has been a pleasure to work with you, and I am looking forward to following your future adventures. This is a strange time to be graduating, but no situation is permanent, and I am confident that you have the skills, knowledge, and passion needed to succeed in our field. Keep in touch!

Dr. Brandon Derman

Dr. Brandon Derman

Associate Professor

Environmental Studies

Congratulations ENS graduates! We have so enjoyed having you as part of our online community and we are proud to send you best wishes as you go forth with your graduate degree from UIS!

Dr. Yetunde Agbesola

Dr. Yetunde Agbesola

Adjunct Instructor

Public Administration

Congratulations on your achievement today and all the best in all your pursuits!

Mrs. Abby Mifflin

Mrs. Abby Mifflin

Online Program Coordinator and GIS Instructor

Environmental Studies and Public Health

Congratulations to all of the 2020 graduates! Your perseverance and hard work will pay off long after you receive your diploma. We are so proud of you and happy to be a part of this momentous occasion in your lives.

Beverly Bunch

Beverly Bunch

Assistant Professor

Public Administratiom

Congratulations to our MPA graduates. Our state and communities need your skills, passion, and leadership now more than ever.

 Amanda Hughett

Amanda Hughett

Associate Professor

Legal Studies

Congratulations, graduates! It's been a pleasure to work with you. I can't wait to see what you do next!

Dr. Junfeng Wang

Dr. Junfeng Wang

Associate Professor

Public Administration

Congratulations! School, work, and family responsibilities, that's a lot to take on. You did it! I am so proud of you and wish you the best! Take care and be safe

Deborah Anthony

Deborah Anthony

Associate Professor

Mathematical Sciences

It has been a true pleasure working with you during your time in LES. Congratulations on this accomplishment!

Dr. Tyrone Dooley

Dr. Tyrone Dooley

Associate Professor

Public Administratiom

Wanted to take a moment to congratulate you. An outstanding achievement

Messages of Congrats

The Online Graduating Students of the College of Public Affairs & Administration

Faculty & Staff