Chancellor's Division
Janet L. Gooch
Chancellor of the University of Illinois Springfield and Vice President for the University of Illinois System
Janet L. Gooch became chancellor of the University of Illinois Springfield on July 1, 2022. Gooch leads a university that serves more than 4,000 students, with 201 full-time faculty, 500 full-time staff and an operating budget of $90.5 million.
Chancellor’s Staff
- Kelly Walraven, Executive Assistant to the Chancellor, kwalr2@uis.edu
- Joan Sestak, Director of Community and Governmental Relations, sestak.joan@uis.edu
- Erica Michael, Financial Adviser, michael.erica@uis.edu
Contact
- Chancellor’s Office Phone: (217) 206-6634
- Fax: (217) 206-6511
Mailing Address:
Office of the Chancellor
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS PAC 563
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Public Affairs
The Office of Public Affairs advances the university’s visibility and reputation as a best-in-class public regional university and manages Campus Relations.
Kelsea Gurski
Associate Chancellor for Public Affairs
kgurs2@uis.edu
(217) 206-7795
Mailing address:
Public Affairs
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS PAC 563
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Springfield Campus Legal Counsel
Rhonda R. Perry
Campus Legal Counsel/Associate University Counsel
rrperry@uillinois.edu
(217) 206-7796
Mailing address:
UIS Legal Counsel
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS PAC 563
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Advancement Division
The Division of Advancement, in cooperation with the University of Illinois Foundation, raises private support through contributions from alumni, friends, corporations, associations, private foundations and other sources.
Jeff Lorber
Vice Chancellor for Advancement and University of Illinois Foundation Senior Vice President
jlorber@uis.edu
(217) 206-6058
Mailing address:
Division of Advancement
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS PAC 591
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Academic Affairs Division
The Academic Affairs division coordinates campus operations and activities surrounding the implementation and achievement of the campus’ academic mission.

Cecilia Cornell
Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost
ccorn1@uis.edu
217-206-6614
Mailing address:
Academic Affairs
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS PAC 525
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Student Affairs Division
The Student Affairs division coordinates student life including intramural athletics, student organizations, and cultural attractions. Support services add convenience, from housing to health care to computer labs.
Mailing address:
Student Affairs
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS FRH 171
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Enrollment and Retention Management Division
The Enrollment and Retention Management Division is responsible for the recruitment, admission, financial aid, records/registration and retention functions of the university.
Vickie Cook
Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Retention Management
vcook02s@uis.edu
217-206-8660
Mailing address:
Enrollment and Retention Management
One University Plaza, UHB 1071
Springfield, IL 62703
Finance and Administration Division
Arnold Henning
Interim Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration
ahenn6@uis.edu
Access and Equal Opportunity
The Access and Equity office oversees compliance with state and federal laws/regulations and university policies regarding nondiscrimination, affirmative action, and equal opportunity.
Shelby Bedford
aeo@uis.edu
titleix@uis.edu
(217) 206-9999
Mailing address:
Access and Equity
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, M.S. HRB 30
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Facilities and Services Unit
The Facilities and Services unit oversees campus Facilities and Services (including building and grounds maintenance and remodeling), Classroom Scheduling, Parking Operations, and Sustainability.
Charles Coderko
Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities and Services
ccode2@uis.edu
(217) 206-7375
Mailing address:
Facilities and Services
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS BSB 43
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Budget and Financial Analysis
Jacquelyn M Gillock
Associate Director Budget & Financial Analysis
jbarn1@uis.edu
(217)-206-6077
Grants and Contracts
Robert C. Alsbury (Charles Alsbury)
Grants & Contracts Coordinator
ralsb01s@uis.edu
217-206-7849
Human Resources
The Human Resources office oversees hiring of staff and Civil Service testing, provides training, and handles certain employment grievances and collective bargaining.
Melissa Anne Mlynski
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
mmlyn2@uis.edu
(217) 206-6652
Mailing Address:
Office of Human Resources
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, HRB 30
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Police
Ross A. Owens
Chief of Police
rowen1@uis.edu
(217) 206-6690
Mailing Address:
Police Department
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, PDB 1
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
Purchasing
Jill Menezes
Director, Purchasing
jmene1@uillinois.edu
(217) 206-6651
Mailing Address:
Purchasing
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, BSB 106
Springfield, IL 62703-5407