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Feb 26, 2026

UIS Strategic Communication: Feb. 2026

About UIS Strategic Communication We lead strategic organizational communication, marketing, media and digital efforts to promote the university’s mission...

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Feb 26, 2026

Why You Should Live On Campus

Living on campus at UIS is more than just having a place to sleep, it’s about being in the heart of campus life. From my first days as a freshman to my time...

Feb 23, 2026

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 2.23.26

2.23.26 Dear UIS Community: The midpoint of the semester is approaching, which means it's almost time for the Spring Employee Information Session. I...

Feb 19, 2026

Message from the Chancellor: Spring Employee Information Session is March 5

2.19.26 Dear Faculty and Staff, I would like to invite you to the Spring Employee Information Session at 3 p.m. March 5 in Brookens Auditorium. During...

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Feb 12, 2026

Study Tips

Learning how to best study for exams is a trial-and-error task. Some people just take notes and are good to go for whenever the exam is and others, like me,...

Feb 09, 2026

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 2.9.26

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....

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Ene 29, 2026

Understanding the Cost of Attendance at UIS

College costs can feel confusing. At the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS), your total cost depends on a few things. These include where you live, how...

Ene 26, 2026

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 1.26.26

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...