Here's where you will find links to monthly Academic Affairs newsletters featuring a greeting from Provost Brandon Schwab, opportunities to make a difference, news to celebrate, updates on key initiatives, and more; as well as annual fall newsroom articles introducing new full-time faculty.
Newsletters
Catch up on what's happening in the Provost's Office and Division of Academic Affairs. Links to the past year's Academic Affairs Update monthly newsletters are included below:
Meet New Full-Time Faculty
Explore archived new faculty introductions 2008 forward
News
Ago 18, 2026
Message from the Provost: Welcome to the new academic year
Colleagues,
Welcome to the new academic year!
One of my favorite times of the year is New Faculty Welcome Week and our annual fall kickoff events. It's...
Ago 17, 2026
UIS announces six new faculty appointments for fall 2026
The University of Illinois Springfield has announced six new full-time faculty appointments for fall 2026. These educators bring a diverse array of expertise...
Mayo 05, 2026
UIS honors faculty at 2026 Faculty Honors Celebration
The University of Illinois Springfield celebrated faculty achievements during the 2026 Faculty Honors Celebration held May 5 in the Student Union Ballroom....
Abr 28, 2026
Message from the Provost: Academic Affairs Newsletter - April-May 2026
April-May 2026
From Provost Schwab
Dear Colleagues,
With final exam week and commencement in sight, my message is simple: thank you. Commencement...
Mar 10, 2026
Message from the Provost: Academic Portfolio Review and Prioritization Update
Academic Affairs Colleagues,
I write to provide an update on the Academic Portfolio Review and Prioritization process. From the beginning, the Academic...
Mar 03, 2026
Message from the Provost: Academic Affairs Newsletter - March 2026
March 2026
From Provost Schwab
Greetings!
As we near the midpoint of the semester and anticipate spring recess, the longer days and milder...
Feb 26, 2026
Free Kaplan Test and Career Prep is Continuing for UIS Students!
The Prepare for Illinois’ Future program powered by Kaplan’s All Access License will continue, ensuring ongoing support for students across Illinois!
Our...
Feb 12, 2026
Study Tips
Learning how to best study for exams is a trial-and-error task. Some people just take notes and are good to go for whenever the exam is and others, like me,...
