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Chancellor's UIS Updates
News
Feb 09, 2026
2.9.26
Dear UIS Community:
Thank you to everyone who attended the RISE Professional Development Retreat last Friday and helped make the day a success....
Ene 26, 2026
1.26.26
Big things are happening on campus. Thank you to everyone for your flexibility and patience as this work progresses.
Construction on the new...
Ene 22, 2026
1.22.26
Dear Students —
UIS Commencement will be here before we know it, and our Commencement Committee is hard at work planning the 2026 ceremonies,...
Ene 20, 2026
1.20.26
Dear Faculty and Staff —
Three days remain to register for the upcoming RISE Professional Development Retreat. I hope as many of you...
Ene 12, 2026
1.12.26
As we kick off the new year, take a moment to celebrate our Seven Star Successes of 2025. From strengthening the Illinois economy and earning...
Ene 09, 2026
1.9.26
Dear Faculty and Staff —
I am excited to share with you details about this year’s RISE Professional Development Retreat, scheduled for Feb....