Janet L. Gooch, the newly named University of Illinois Springfield Chancellor Designate and Vice President Designate of the University of Illinois, was welcomed to campus on April 19, 2022, during an introductory event in the Student Union Ballroom. Gooch will officially take over as the leader of UIS on July 1.

Gooch is currently the the executive vice president for academic affairs and provost at Truman State University. Learn more about her history and accomplishments.

Your last chance to purchase a cap and gown for Commencement is quickly approaching! A black cap and gown is mandatory to participate in ceremonies. 

Purchase in Person: Supplies are Limited

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Congratulations on your elligibility to graduate! If you have not already done so, take action now to ensure your participation in Commencement ceremonies on May 14. 

Intent to Participate Form Due TODAY

Confirm your participation in Commencement by submitting an intent to participate form by midnight March 21. This step is required for all students who wish to walk in ceremonies.

Dear UIS Colleagues —

It is National Volunteer Month, and I am always excited to see how dedicated our university is to serving the community and each other. This week, volunteers have the fun task of assisting and judging Springfest activities. Many of you have committed to volunteering for one or both of the upcoming UIS Commencement ceremonies in May. If you’re still looking for a volunteer activity this month, the UIS Volunteer & Civic Engagement Center has many opportunities available.

New Information 

Grace Kadyk of Sherman, a senior at Williamsville High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2022 and awarded a $14,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over two years. At UIS, she will major in pre-nursing.

The scholarship is awarded based on high school GPA and can be renewed for a total of two years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Williamsville High School, she is involved in vocal jazz, madrigals and choir.