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Jun 22, 2026
Nine Civil Service employees have submitted nomination forms and are appearing on this year’s ballot as candidates for eight open positions:
Eric Kuchar - Administrative Assistant, College of Liberal Arts and…
Jun 18, 2026
Dear colleagues,
I am pleased to share that the University of Illinois System will have a 2% salary program for faculty and staff (academic professionals and civil service). This will take effect August 16.
Our…
Jun 17, 2026
New State Budget Provides Continued Support For Higher Education
To the members of the University of Illinois System community,
I’m pleased to report that the Illinois General Assembly has approved and Gov. JB…
Jun 17, 2026
Presidential Search: Share Your Perspective by June 22
Members of the UIS Community –
Thank you to those of you who were able to participate in the presidential search town hall. Recordings of all three town…
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.…
Apr 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,…
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life!
Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…
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Ready for a mini summer getaway? Join APAC & CSAC for a Snackation Station!
Fill your own snack bag
Grab a refreshing drink
Enter our HUGE swag giveaway drawing
Thursday, June 25
3:30–4:30 PM
BRK…
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Ready for a mini summer getaway? Join APAC & CSAC for a Snackation Station!
Fill your own snack bag
Grab a refreshing drink
Enter our HUGE swag giveaway drawing
Thursday, June 25
3:30–4:30 PM
BRK…
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life!
Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…