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Oct 12, 2023

Message from the Chancellor: Encourage students to design the 2023 holiday card!

10.12.23 Dear faculty and staff, As we approach the holiday season, I’m looking for students' creativity to help design my 2023 holiday card. The...

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Oct 02, 2023

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 10.2.23

10.2.23 Happy fall, everyone! Now that it’s officially apple cider and pumpkin season, watch my Instagram this week for some seasonal this-or-that...

Sep 29, 2023

2023 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 20, 2023

Message from the Chancellor: 2023 SECA Campaign Kick-Off

09.20.23 Dear Colleagues, As we settle in to a new academic year at UIS, I am writing to invite you to participate in the State and University Employees...

Sep 19, 2023

Message from the Chancellor: Post-Retreat Surveys

9.19.23 Dear Colleagues: Thank you for attending Friday’s Rise Professional Development Retreat! I hope you enjoyed the opportunity to connect with your...

Sep 18, 2023

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 9.18.23

9.18.23 Happy Monday, UIS! In case you missed last week’s announcement, fall enrollment numbers are up by 11%! What an incredible achievement. Thanks to...