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Sep 26, 2023
The UIS English Department mourns the passing of Professor Ethan Lewis, emeritus faculty member who retired in 2021 after a distinguished 29-year career at UIS. He was a beloved teacher who inspired students to...
Sep 26, 2023
An essential plumbing repair in PAC will be performed the morning of Wednesday, September 27. Water will be shut off to Tower 1 on all floors from 6:00 - 10:00 a.m. Please use the restroom facilities in the other...
Sep 26, 2023
Project Updates iCard has completed the move to UHB and very recently welcomed a new next-door neighbor, Military and Veteran Student Services and the Veterans Lounge. Stay tuned for upcoming moves in the weeks...
Sep 21, 2023
UIS is committed to protecting minors that visit campus so they can enjoy the wonderful events and programs our community offers. For departments that want to offer programs to minors, our Protection of Minors page has...
Jun 02, 2026
6.2.26 Dear Colleagues — I am pleased to share that, pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, Dr. Steven Johnson Jr. will be named Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (Designate), effective June 16, 2026....
Chancellor Gooch
Janet L. Gooch, Ph.D.
Chancellor
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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