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Aug 27, 2025
To students, faculty and staff across the University of Illinois System:
Welcome to the beginning of something amazing — the Fall 2025 semester and the world of possibilities open to us all!
There are few seasons…
Aug 27, 2025
Greetings All,
We are happy to report that the Tower 2 elevator in PAC has been repaired and is back in operation.
Your patience and understanding has been appreciated.
Facilities and Services
Business…
Aug 22, 2025
Welcome to both new and returning members of the UIS community. ITS stands ready to assist you with all your technology issues and questions.
ITS Client Services is your first point of contact for all technology…
Aug 21, 2025
Dear Prairie Star Nation,The excitement on campus has already reached a new level. This past Saturday, nearly 120 student-athletes returned to launch our fall seasons in volleyball, men's and women's soccer, and men's…
Aug 22, 2025
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 first students in 1970. It is a moment to celebrate our history and look ahead to the future…
Aug 26, 2025
According to UIS policy, each academic year the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Provost notifies the UIS community of the names of those among the faculty scheduled for tenure review and second- or fourth-year reappointment review.…
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Employee Recognition
Aug 18, 2025
Nathan Curry, a grounds worker, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for August 2025.
Curry is recognized as a conscientious employee who is kind and considerate. He helps…
Getting to Know You
Aug 27, 2025
Can you give me a brief timeline of how your career led you to UIS?
After receiving my Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, I spent a year teaching in the university’s history department before accepting a…
Employee Events
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Campus Senate will meet on Friday, August 29, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, in the Lincoln Residence Hall Great Room.
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If an expected document is missing from the links provided, please notify…
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Join us to hear more about the Prepare for Illinois' Future Program powered by Kaplan All Access. This program has saved students in Illinois over $12,000,000 in out-of-pocket costs for Career Readiness and Test…
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Never heard of Harmonize? Love Harmonize discussions but want to know what else is available? Whether you're a noobie or a pro, this webinar is for you! Learn how to save time and improve the classroom experience with…
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Sign up for website editor training on the uis.edu website. Training typically lasts an hour and is open to all staff and students.
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