9.2.25
Good afternoon, UIS:
The fall semester is in full swing, and it’s amazing to see so many students back on campus and the energy they bring...
Ago 22, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Welcome to the Fall 2025 semester!
8.22.25
Dear UIS Community —
Welcome to the start of the fall semester. Today marks the 55th first day of classes since this university welcomed its...
Ago 18, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 8.18.25
8.18.25
Greetings, colleagues. We are just four days from the start of a new academic year!
I’d like to invite you to join me on Thursday, Aug. 21, for...
Ago 13, 2025
Save the Date: Library Commons Groundbreaking
Join us for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Library Commons at UIS:
When: Friday, September 19, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.Where: On the...
Ago 04, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 8.4.25
8.4.25
Happy August, everyone —
Last week, Cabinet held a retreat at the Lake Springfield Field Station. It was a great opportunity for each...
Jul 31, 2025
Faculty-Staff Academic Year Kickoff
Don’t miss the annual Faculty-Staff Academic Year Kickoff!
Mark your calendar to attend the annual Faculty-Staff Kickoff at 2:30 p.m. Aug. 21 in the...
Jul 15, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: 2025-26 Merit-Based Salary Program
7.15.25
Dear Faculty & Staff —
Following President Killeen’s June 25 announcement, this message confirms the 1% merit-based salary program for the...
Jul 07, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 7.7.25
7.7.2025
Happy July, everyone —
I hope everyone is enjoying a productive and restful summer. While the season brings a slower pace for some, much...
Jun 11, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Dr. Vickie Cook retirement
6.11.25
Dear colleagues —
Dr. Vickie Cook, vice chancellor for enrollment and retention management, has shared her intention to retire from UIS on March...
Jun 06, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Jill Wilberg named Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
6.6.25
Dear Faculty and Staff,
I am pleased to share that Jill Wilberg has been named the University of Illinois Springfield’s next vice chancellor for...
Jun 02, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 6.2.25
6.2.25
Happy June, everyone —
Summer classes began this week, and much is happening on campus as we prepare to welcome students in the fall. The...
Mayo 19, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 5.19.25
5.19.25
Good afternoon, UIS!
Commencement 2025 has come and gone — what an amazing two days of honoring our graduates! Commencement is a complex event...
Mayo 05, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 5.5.25
5.5.25
Good morning,
As a community, we are deeply saddened by the recent tragedy in Chatham. Our thoughts are with everyone affected during this...
Abr 21, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 4.21.25
4.21.25
Happy Monday, UIS:
Congratulations to the amazing employees and retirees who were recognized last week at the annual Retirement and Recognition...
Abr 11, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Immigration Update
4.11.25
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff —
Over the past week, universities throughout the country have reported instances of students or recent...
Abr 07, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 4.7.25
4.7.25
Good afternoon, UIS:
Commencement is just a month away, marking an exciting time for our students. I encourage everyone to sign up as a...
Mar 26, 2025
2025-2026 Faculty Sabbaticals
03.26.25
Dear Colleagues & Students:
I am pleased to announce the Board of Trustees has approved the following faculty for sabbatical leave during...
Mar 24, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 3.24.25
3.24.25
Happy Monday, UIS—
Thank you to everyone who welcomed our Board of Trustees to campus last week. During the meeting, the BOT approved the...
Mar 19, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Non-Tenure Track Faculty Contract Tentative Agreement
3.19.25
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:
The University of Illinois Springfield and UPI Local 4100 Non-Tenure Track Faculty Union have reached a...
Mar 10, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Non-Tenure Track Faculty Union Bargaining Update
3.10.25
Dear students, faculty and staff:
The UPI Local 4100 Non-Tenure Track Faculty Union, which represents 43 non-tenure-track faculty, delivered a...
Mar 10, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 3.10.25
3.10.25
Happy spring break week!
Thank you to everyone who attended the Employee Information Session on March 4. We had an outstanding turnout. If you...