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Apr 06, 2026
Good morning,
We are currently looking for staff members who are willing to serve as judges for Springfest.
Springfest is UIS's longest-running tradition. It's an exciting event to close out…
Apr 05, 2026
Dear UIS Community,
We want to provide an update on the continued collective bargaining with the union representing tenured and tenure-track faculty.
The union remains on strike following a three-hour negotiation…
Apr 03, 2026
National Student Employee Appreciation Week is coming soon - April 13-17
Do you supervise student staff? Would you like them to receive a little token of appreciation the week of April 13th? If so, sign up by…
Apr 02, 2026
Dear UIS Community:
The University has been diligent in negotiations with the labor union that represents tenured and tenure-track faculty, and another mediation session is scheduled for this afternoon. We are…
Jun 02, 2026
6.2.26
Dear Colleagues —
I am pleased to share that, pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, Dr. Steven Johnson Jr. will be named Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (Designate), effective June 16, 2026.…
Apr 28, 2026
April-May 2026
From Provost Schwab
Dear Colleagues,
With final exam week and commencement in sight, my message is simple: thank you. Commencement reminds us why our work matters—students crossing the stage, families and friends cheering,…
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