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Dic 02, 2024

Happy Holidays, Prairie Stars!

12.2.24 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, As the holiday season draws near, I’m reminded of the many things that make UIS so special—our traditions, our...

Nov 25, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 11.25.24

11.25.24 It is hard to believe the holidays start this week! I’ll be enjoying time with my family, and I hope you have a chance to enjoy some well-deserved...

Nov 20, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: 2025 Commencement Information

Dear Faculty and Staff — The following announcement regarding 2025 Commencement was sent to students via email this afternoon. 11.20.24 Dear...

Nov 18, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: NorthStar Strategic Visioning Website

11.18.24 Dear Faculty and Staff, I am excited to introduce a new website for our strategic visioning initiative, NorthStar. NorthStar is our...

Nov 11, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 11.11.24

11.11.24 Happy Veterans Day to the individuals in our campus community who have served our country. We appreciate your sacrifices for the wellbeing of our...

Nov 01, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: Important Reminder-Election Day is Just Around the Corner!

11.1.24 Dear UIS Community, As we approach Election Day, Nov. 5, I want to emphasize the importance of being prepared to participate in our democracy by...

Oct 28, 2024

Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 10.28.24

10.28.24 Good afternoon— Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Fall Employee Information Session on Oct. 16. If you missed the session, the...

Oct 22, 2024

In Case You Missed It: UIS Fall Employee Information Session Recording

If you could not attend our Fall Employee Information Session last Wednesday, Oct. 16, in Brookens Auditorium, the Office of Electronic Media has provided the...