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Sep 30, 2024

2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Dear UIS Community Members: Maintaining a safe campus is an important responsibility the entire UIS community takes seriously. In compliance with...

Sep 27, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: Homecoming 2024 Activity Changes due to Weather

Dear Colleagues, There have been some changes to UIS Homecoming activities due to today’s weather conditions: The UIS Homecoming Block Party scheduled...

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Sep 26, 2024

Application Checklist

We’re taking the mystery out of applying for college. Here are the key steps to go from interested to enrolled at UIS: 1. Complete Your...

Sep 23, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: Homecoming 2024 Starts Today!

9.23.24 Dear Colleagues, Homecoming officially kicks off today, and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome you to this year’s celebration! Our theme for...

Sep 18, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: SECA Campaign Begins Today!

9.18.24 Dear Colleagues, As we begin another fall season at UIS, I am writing to invite you to participate in the State and University Employees...

Sep 17, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Vice Chancellor for Advancement Announcement

9.17.24 Dear Faculty and Staff — I am happy to announce that Gabe Cagwin, PhD, will be the new vice chancellor for advancement at UIS, pending Board of...

Sep 16, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 9.16.24

9.16.24 Happy Monday, UIS: Can you believe homecoming is next week? I’m looking forward to the Prairie Stars 5K, pep-rally block party, and supporting...

Sep 12, 2024

You Belong at UIS: A Guide to Finding Your Community

The start of a new academic year is an exciting but sometimes overwhelming experience for new students, especially when it comes to finding yourself, getting...