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Aug 27, 2025
To students, faculty and staff across the University of Illinois System:
Welcome to the beginning of something amazing — the Fall 2025 semester and the world of possibilities open to us all!
There are few seasons…
Aug 27, 2025
Greetings All,
We are happy to report that the Tower 2 elevator in PAC has been repaired and is back in operation.
Your patience and understanding has been appreciated.
Facilities and Services
Business…
Aug 22, 2025
Welcome to both new and returning members of the UIS community. ITS stands ready to assist you with all your technology issues and questions.
ITS Client Services is your first point of contact for all technology…
Aug 21, 2025
Dear Prairie Star Nation,The excitement on campus has already reached a new level. This past Saturday, nearly 120 student-athletes returned to launch our fall seasons in volleyball, men's and women's soccer, and men's…
Sep 15, 2025
9.15.25
Happy Homecoming Week, UIS!
This is one of the best times of the year to come together as a campus community, showcase our school spirit and enjoy all that UIS has to offer. You can check out the full schedule of events on the …
Jul 21, 2025
Dear Colleagues:
I am pleased to announce the following faculty have been reappointed, in accordance with the Faculty Personnel Policy governing second- and fourth-year review of probationary faculty at UIS.
2nd Year Reappointment
Brandon…
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Employee Recognition
Sep 30, 2024
Joshua Lauer, an electrician with Facilities and Services at the University of Illinois Springfield, has been selected as the Employee of the Month for September 2024. Lauer is known for his exceptional dedication and…
Getting to Know You
Feb 26, 2025
Tena Helton is a professor of English.
Can you give me a brief timeline of how your career led you to UIS?
I always knew I wanted to teach. I earned my bachelor's degree in English with an education…
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