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Dec 18, 2025
Lincoln Residence Hall
12/13: Desk closes at noon
1/10: Resume normal hours
Diversity Center
12/23-1/1: Closed
1/2: Resume normal hours
Brookens Library
12/14: Closed
12/15-12/18: 9 a.m. to…
Dec 18, 2025
Acting AEO and Title IX Coordinator
Donald Kamm is serving as Acting AEO and Title IX Coordinator while the university completes the search for our next AEO leader, which is anticipated to be completed this spring. …
Dec 12, 2025
Dear University of Illinois System community,
As we close out an extraordinary year, we’re proud to reflect on the milestones we’ve reached and the people who have made these achievements possible. From…
Dec 11, 2025
The Promising Prairie Star Recognition Program honors outstanding graduates under the age of forty or those who have graduated within the previous 5 years. Honorees are selected for their emerging and unique innovation…
Dec 09, 2025
12.9.25
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,
As the holiday season draws near, I have been reflecting on what makes me proud to be a Prairie Star. It is not just our accomplishments, though we have many to celebrate. It is the spirit of this…
Dec 04, 2025
December 2025
From Provost Schwab
Greetings,
As we approach the end of the fall semester, I want to send a note of appreciation to all members of the UIS community for all you do. Over the Thanksgiving break I had a chance to reflect on…
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Employee Recognition
Dec 04, 2025
Pam Francis, administrative aide for library administration, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for December 2025.
Francis’ kindness and compassion make her a great asset to…
Getting to Know You
Dec 04, 2025
How did you get started in your career field?
I graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Law in December 2014. From there, I began working as an appellate prosecutor and assistant special prosecutor for…
Employee Events
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All faculty and staff are invited to a Holiday Party from 4 to 6 p.m., Dec. 18, in the Student Union Ballroom. There will be music, drinks, and appetizers to celebrate the season. Release time will be in effect for…
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The Employee of the Year (EOY) Program recognizes employees who have served UIS in an exceptional manner. Please join us at 3 p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 29 in the Student Union Ballroom as we celebrate our 2025 Employees of…