Parking Operations is a self-sustaining operation that receives no funding from tuition or the State of Illinois. Revenue is generated from the fees collected through parking hang tag sales, parking violations, event parking, and meter/pay station receipts. All revenue is applied to the operation and maintenance of the parking infrastructure. Parking Operations is responsible for all matters related to parking, including parking hang tag fees, parking signs, and the enforcement of parking regulations.
Lot Availability Notice
Parking Lot E Closures During Staley Class Acts Performances
The UIS Performing Arts Center will host several Staley Class Acts performances throughout the 2026-27 academic year. To accommodate visiting school groups and event operations, Parking Lot E will be closed on days when Staley Class Acts performances are scheduled. The first closure will occur on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, for The Great Gatsby.
Faculty, staff and students who normally park in Lot E should plan to use alternate campus parking lots on performance days. Please allow additional time to reach your destination.
Additional Staley Class Acts performances are scheduled throughout the academic year. A complete performance schedule is available on the UIS Performing Arts Center Staley Class Acts website.
Parking Lot J Closure on Wednesday, November 4
On Wednesday, November 4, the UIS Office of Advancement will host the UIS Scholarship Luncheon in the Student Union.
As a result, Parking Lot J will be closed to campus parking from 6:00 a.m. until approximately 1:00 p.m.
Members of the campus community are encouraged to plan accordingly and utilize alternate parking areas authorized by their parking hang tag.
Parking Lot J Closed on Thursday, November 5
Parking Lot J will be closed on Thursday, November 5, to accommodate an event at the Student Union.
Members of the campus community are encouraged to plan accordingly and utilize alternate parking areas authorized by their parking hang tag.
Lot Closure for Library Commons Construction
Please note that due to construction projects, the listed parking lot is closed for the near future. Use our parking maps (links below) to find an alternative parking lot.
- Lot A-North - closed until 2027 for the Library Commons construction
Lot D Renovation Complete
Parking Operations has completed more than $1 million in upgrades to Parking Lot D, including a new surface, improved traffic flow and accessibility, and upgraded LED lighting. These improvements bring Lot D in line with the standard of other premium campus parking lots and provide a safer, more convenient parking experience.
Lot D Now Available as a Standard Permit Lot
Following these improvements, Lot D is now classified as a Standard permit lot and is available for parking. Permit sales open Aug. 4 for the new academic year. Before selecting a permit type, we encourage you to review the UIS campus map and choose the lot that best aligns with your regular campus destination.
Hours of Operation
Please contact Parking Operations at (217) 206-8502 to schedule an appointment.
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