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Public Affairs Center Temporary Closure: May 12–June 8
Mayo 12, 2026
Dear Campus Community: The Public Affairs Center (PAC) is temporarily closed from Tuesday, May 12, to Monday, June 8, to support the completion of our major plumbing infrastructure project, which requires a full...
UHB Environmental Controls Project
Mayo 13, 2026
Greetings, Campus Community, In tandem with the classroom lighting upgrade project in UHB, UIS electricians began work this week alongside external contractors to upgrade the environmental controls. Work will...
Canvas is Available
Mayo 09, 2026
We are pleased to share that Canvas is now back online and available for use. Faculty and students may log in to Canvas to resume course work and complete outstanding tasks. As we move forward, it is important to...
Campus Announcements Ending May 29
Mayo 08, 2026
Campus Announcements will end on Friday, May 29, at 8:59 a.m. Submissions received after this deadline will not be accepted. As this channel is phased out, campus units seeking to communicate with students and...
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 5.4.26
Mayo 04, 2026
5.4.26 Dear UIS Community: The 55th annual commencement will take place on Saturday, May 9, at the Bank of Springfield Center. A total of 1,020 students will participate in the ceremonies. At 12:30 p.m., we will celebrate...
Chancellor Gooch
Janet L. Gooch, Ph.D.
Chancellor
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Message from the Provost: Academic Affairs Newsletter - April-May 2026
Abr 28, 2026
April-May 2026 From Provost Schwab Dear Colleagues, With final exam week and commencement in sight, my message is simple: thank you. Commencement reminds us why our work matters—students crossing the stage, families and friends cheering,...
Brandon Schwab
Brandon Schwab, Ph.D.
Provost
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See What's Cooking

Wednesday, May 13th

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Creamy Chicken and Rice

Lunch

BBQ Ribs

Special Info

Open 8:00am-3:00pm

Employee Recognition

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Abr 10, 2026
Rukayah Hussein named UIS Employee of the Month for April 2026
Rukayah Hussein, admissions processor for enrollment and retention management, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for April 2026.  Hussein’s hard work and...

Getting to Know You

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Mayo 01, 2026
Getting to Know You: James Nickras
What do you like about your job? My job includes a mix of behind-the-scenes planning and direct work with students, which keeps things interesting. Part of my role focuses on shaping the library’s resources —...

Employee Events

Candidate Presentation: Associate Director of Assessment & Accreditation
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The Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness is hosting candidates for the Associate Director of Assessment & Accreditation position. The final candidate presentation will be held in UHB 2023 today,...
Refresh, Reset, Reorganize: A Summer Digital Wellness Series
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline...
Bocce Ball Summer League
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Bocce Ball is Back! Summer Faculty/Staff League Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. Games will be at 12:00 & 12:30. May 20-June 10 (4-week league) Rec Park Bocce Ball Courts Minimum: Need two per team. Encouraged to...
Refresh, Reset, Reorganize: A Summer Digital Wellness Series
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline...