Chancellor Gooch sends a semimonthly UIS Update newsletter to faculty and staff to highlight university priorities, events, and need-to-know info.
The UIS Update can be read via your email inbox or by visiting Orbit, the UIS internal communication hub.
Submit an Idea
If you have news, events or accolades you’d like considered for the UIS Update, submit your idea here.
Newsletters are scheduled by semester, and submission deadlines are the Wednesday before the publication date.
Publication Schedule
- Jan. 12, 2026
- Jan. 26, 2026
- Feb. 9, 2026
- Feb. 23, 2026
- March 9, 2026
- March 23, 2026
- April 6, 2026
- April 20, 2026
- May 4, 2026
- May 18, 2026
- June 1, 2026
- July 6, 2026
News
Jul 11, 2024
7.11.24
Dear Faculty & Staff —
Following President Killeen’s announcement earlier this week, this message confirms the 2% merit-based salary program...
Jul 08, 2024
7.8.24
Happy Monday,
I hope you enjoyed the holiday and weekend with friends or family. As we enjoy the hot summer, I wanted to share some exciting...
Jul 02, 2024
7.2.24
Dear UIS Community,
I am writing to inform you about an important update regarding campus parking fees for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year....
Jun 10, 2024
6.10.24
Happy Monday,
I hope you're all enjoying the summer and managing with the buzzing cicadas around campus! Even in these warmer months, there's a...
Mayo 28, 2024
5.28.24
Good morning UIS,
I hope you had a restful holiday weekend and that you enjoyed a well-deserved chance to relax and recharge. It’s the perfect...
Mayo 13, 2024
5.13.24
Happy Monday—
We did it! We completed another successful academic year at UIS. Thank you to everyone who helped at or attended Commencement. It...