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UIS Newsletter
University of Illinois Springfield ORBIT

Inside UIS 8.3.26

Dear UIS Community,

The Department of Strategic Communication has created a new layout for the biweekly Monday newsletter for faculty and staff, now called Inside UIS: News for UIS Faculty and Staff. If you would like to request that information be published in Inside UIS, please post it on Orbit first, then complete a Campus Communications Form. The link to the form can always be found at the bottom of the newsletter. Faculty and staff are encouraged to check Orbit regularly, as it is the primary source for the most current university information for employees.

The newsletter will move from its summer monthly schedule to its regular bi-monthly schedule beginning this month.

Recent News

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Move-In Day Volunteers

If you are interested in helping with Move-In Day, please fill out the volunteer form by 5 p.m. on Aug. 5.

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United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Nominations

Those interested in representing UIS at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) should complete the nomination form by Aug. 6.

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Employee Parking Rates Increase

Employee parking rates will increase by $2.50 per month for Economy, Standard and PERKS hangtags.

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Introducing the New UIS AI Chat

The new UIS AI Chat makes finding information on the UIS website easier. Access it by clicking the "UIS AI Chat" bubble in the bottom-right corner.

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New Campus Printers

New Ricoh multifunction printers (print, copy and scan) have been installed across campus. These printers offer better reliability, security and consistency.

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University of Illinois Board of Trustees launches national search for the system's 21st president

The leadership profile for the next president of the University of Illinois System is complete, and formal recruiting is underway.

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Upcoming Events

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Faculty-Staff Kickoff

Mark your calendar to attend the annual Faculty-Staff Kickoff at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 21 in the Student Union Ballroom.

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Cybersecurity Training Survey

Please take the short Cybersecurity Training Survey before August 21.

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Fall 2026 ITS Workshop Series

Join Information Technology Services every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a 30‑minute workshop. Last workshop is Sept. 1.

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Website editor training

Sign up for the bi-monthly website editor training on the uis.edu website. Multiple dates and times are available.

UIS Event Calendar >

Newsletters

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Human Resources Newsletter - August 2026

Employee Development Series | Protection of Minors | Student Employment | Rising Star Registration | Labor Day Holiday

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F&S Newsletter July 2026

Library Commons | PAC Plumbing | Classroom Scheduling and Space Requests | Rain Garden

Star Power

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Kelsea Hott named UIS Employee of the Month for July 2026

Kelsey Hott, human resource officer in Human Resources, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for July 2026.

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UIS students explore conservation, culture in the Brazilian Amazon

Megan Styles, professor of environmental studies, and Amy McEuen, professor of biology, led a study away trip to the Amazon region in Brazil.

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UIS ecologist's new book offers a playbook for restoring the planet

Amy McEuen, professor of biology, has published a book on how everyone can help address global environmental crises.

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UIS Police honor officers, telecommunicator for life-saving actions and service

The UIS Police Department recognized seven officers and one telecommunicator during an inaugural awards ceremony.

Getting to know you

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Getting to Know You: Jacob Gulso

Jacob Gulso, Digital Accessibility Specialist

CARE

Mark Morten

Mark Morten-Why I CARE

I CARE because I think there is always a place for respect and empathy in the workplace. 

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