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Dec 01, 2025
Dear Campus Community,
Due to a water main break, water service will be shut off in University Hall (UHB) and Lincoln Residence Hall (LRH) beginning at noon today until further notice. Repair work will begin…
Dec 01, 2025
Dear Campus Community,
The main elevator in the Student Union is out of service due to an unexpected issue. A technician will arrive on-site Tuesday morning, December 2, to diagnose the problem and complete…
Nov 24, 2025
UIS Basketball is Back at TRAC
The balls are bouncing in The Recreation and Athletics Center (TRAC) as the Prairie Stars have tipped off another exciting basketball season! You share a campus with a…
Nov 21, 2025
Dear Faculty,
We hope this email finds you well. We are gathering university-wide input to help shape UIS’ future direction in AI research, development, and university support infrastructure. This short…
May 04, 2026
5.4.26
Dear UIS Community:
The 55th annual commencement will take place on Saturday, May 9, at the Bank of Springfield Center. A total of 1,020 students will participate in the ceremonies.
At 12:30 p.m., we will celebrate…
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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