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- 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
Mar 21, 2022
3.21.22
Dear UIS Colleagues –
Happy second official day of spring! I hope you had an enjoyable spring break; whether you spent some...
Mar 07, 2022
3.7.22
Dear UIS Colleagues –
I hope you were able to join the campus community Friday for a moment of silence for those fighting for...
Feb 22, 2022
2.21.22
Good morning, UIS Colleagues –
We are officially one month away from the first day of spring. That is certainly something to...
Feb 10, 2022
Dear UIS Students and Colleagues:
Yesterday, Gov. Pritzker outlined his plan for lifting indoor mask requirements in Illinois effective Feb. 28, except for...
Feb 07, 2022
2.7.22
Dear Colleagues –
It is hard to believe we are officially midway through winter. The snow on campus is beautiful. Many thanks to everyone who...
Feb 03, 2022
Dear UIS Students and Colleagues –
Thank you for helping us start the Spring 2022 semester United in Safety. I cannot adequately express just how...