The Division of Academic Affairs advances UIS’ academic mission by integrating high-quality teaching, strategic planning, student success, research, and institutional effectiveness. We serve students, faculty, and staff through inclusive engagement and data-informed leadership that fosters innovation and excellence.
Dr. Brandon E. Schwab
Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Provost
The VCAA/Provost oversees academic policy and priorities, ensures the quality of the faculty and student body, and helps to maintain educational excellence.
The VCAA/Provost reports to the Chancellor and serves as the university’s chief academic officer. He provides leadership for mission-driven academic and co-curricular endeavors and functions, coordinates academic affairs initiatives and programs with other university divisions, directs activities surrounding the implementation and achievement of the academic mission, and coordinates planning activities for the Division of Academic Affairs. The VCAA/Provost serves as the chief administrative officer of the university in the Chancellor's absence.
The Division of Academic Affairs at the University of Illinois Springfield comprises the four academic colleges: College of Business and Management, College of Health, Science and Technology, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and College of Public Affairs and Education, as well as Library and the Center for State Policy and Leadership. The division also includes the Center for Academic Success and Advising; Center for Lincoln Studies, Graduate Education; Graduate Assistantships; Information Technology Services; Online, Professional, and Engaged Learning; Institutional Research and Effectiveness, Research and Innovation, Sangamon Experience, and Undergraduate Education.
News
Aug 16, 2024
Dear Colleagues:
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Michele Gribbins, who has served most recently as Director of COLRS, has agreed to accept the position…
Jul 23, 2024
Colleagues and Students:
I am pleased to announce the following faculty have been recommended for reappointment, in accordance with the Faculty Personnel…
Apr 30, 2024
The University of Illinois Springfield held a faculty honors reception on April 29, 2024. Chancellor Janet Gooch and Vice Chancellor for…
Jan 30, 2024
Academic Affairs News - January 2024
From Provost Schwab
Greetings – it is great to see students, faculty, and staff back on campus. I hope your…
Jan 24, 2024
UIS Students, Faculty, and Staff:
As part of our institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), UIS is expected to select and…
Dec 14, 2023
Dear Colleagues,
Bob Smith has decided to resign from his position of Dean of the College of Public Affairs and Education effective Wednesday,…