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Announcements

Nov 18, 2024
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is set to enhance its academic program pages with the launch of Dynamic Program Pages, a collaborative initiative by the Office of Web & Digital Strategy, Enrollment…
Dec 09, 2024
The ID Center is open from 8:30 am to 10:30 am on Tuesday, December 10. Regular operations resume on Wednesday, December 11. Online services, such Campus Cash deposits, will remain available 24/7…
Dec 09, 2024
For faculty and staff awareness, the following email message was sent to all UIS students as the fall semester is coming to a close with final exams and projects due this week. Please share these resources with your…

UIS Mobile App

The UIS Mobile app is now available for download on both the App Store and Google Play Store. Features include quick access to events, news, dining info, and safety links. Visit the UIS Mobile App page to learn more and download!

News from the Chancellor

Dec 09, 2024
12.9.24 Happy Monday, UIS! With finals in full swing, winter break is just around the corner. It will be a little quiet on campus without our students, but this time gives us an opportunity to decompress and prepare for the spring semester. I…
Dec 03, 2024
12.3.24 Dear colleagues — Dr. Ken Kriz, who has served as interim vice chancellor for finance and administration since May 2023, has shared his intention to transition from his interim leadership role effective August 2025 and return to his…
Dec 02, 2024
12.2.24 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, As the holiday season draws near, I’m reminded of the many things that make UIS so special—our traditions, our stories and our incredible community. I recently had the opportunity to join students…

News from the Provost

Dec 03, 2024
From Provost Schwab I am watching the snow fall for the first time this season and appreciating how our lovely campus changes appearance throughout the year. It has been a busy fall semester, and I hope you are poised for a strong finish and…
Nov 05, 2024
From Provost Schwab I write this month’s note while listening to the wind and rain outside, watching the falling leaves, and thinking about what might come following the Presidential election. I hope that everyone that was eligible to vote did…
Oct 17, 2024
The Provost's Leadership Team is pleased to announce 12 of 23 Good Idea Fund (GIF) proposals submitted for AY 24-25 have been awarded full or partial funding. Read about funded proposals as well as outcomes of last year's Good Idea initiatives.

Department Newsletters


See What's Cooking

Monday, December 9th

Soups

Chili
Vegan Tomato

Lunch

Chicken Curry
Garlic Butter Pasta

Dinner

Salisbury Steak
Garlic Butter Pasta

World Flavors

Chicken Fried Rice

Employee Recognition

Dec 09, 2024
Teresa Seacrist, parking manager for University of Illinois Springfield Facilities and Services, has been named the Employee of the Month for November 2024.Seacrist oversees the university’s parking operations and is…

Employee Events

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Faculty and staff are cordially invited to our Summer and Fall Graduate Celebration! 3 to 5 p.m.Monday, December 9Student Union Pre-Function Area Come celebrate and extend your well wishes to our summer and fall…
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Sign up for website editor training on the new uis.edu website. Training typically lasts an hour and is open to all staff and students. Web Editor Training Sign Up
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All faculty and staff are invited to a Holiday Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 18, in the Student Union Ballroom. The event will feature music, drinks and appetizers to celebrate the season. Release…