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
Oct 29, 2024
The deadline for ECCE Speaker Series proposals for events that will take place during the Spring 2025 semester has been extended to Friday, November 8 at 5 p.m.
The proposal form, instructions and additional…
Oct 28, 2024
The Sangamon County Board of Elections will be in the Student Union from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this week for early voting in the 2024 General Election.
NOTE: This polling place is only for residents in the following…
Oct 23, 2024
Please be aware that this Friday, October 25, Parking Lot A will be partially closed for the Trunk or Treat for Canned Goods event.
Although ALL economy and a section of standard parking spaces will remain…
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
Aug 23, 2024
8.23.24
Dear UIS Community —
Today is the first day of classes at UIS. This marks the 54th “first day” for UIS learners since our doors opened for classes as Sangamon State University in 1970.
Relative to most other universities in the…
Aug 19, 2024
8.19.24
Good morning, UIS:
The first day of classes begin in just a few days, and I’m so excited to see our students back on campus! As we look forward, it’s also a moment to reflect on the amazing work you've done this past summer. From…
Aug 16, 2024
8.16.24
Dear Faculty and Staff —
Welcome to a new academic year at UIS and to our newest faculty and staff colleagues. I know many of us are embracing Fall semester with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and excitement, and I hope this year is…
News from the Provost
Jul 24, 2023
Dear Colleagues and Students:
I am pleased to announce the following faculty members have been recommended for reappointment, in accordance with the Faculty Personnel Policy governing second and fourth year review of probationary faculty at UIS…
Jun 06, 2023
Brandon E. Schwab has been named the new vice chancellor for academic affairs and provost at the University of Illinois Springfield. He will serve as vice chancellor-designate until formal approval by the Board of Trustees. He will start in his new…
Apr 24, 2023
Dear Faculty and Staff —
The following is a descriptive list of methods for enhancing and documenting UIS teaching effectiveness. By providing this list to colleagues on campus, I want to assure colleagues that the elements of excellence…
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Employee Recognition
May 15, 2024
Carlene Hindert has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for May 2024. She is a human resources associate in the Human Resources Department.
Her supervisor, Melisa Hatch, said that…
Employee Events
No employee specific events at this time. Check back soon! Visit our main website calendar for other university events.