UIS Orbit is a resource for University of Illinois Springfield employees to find important news and announcements, new hire information, human resources info, upcoming employee events and more!

Jun 08, 2026
Following the Public Affairs Center's (PAC) recent closure, Facilities & Services is happy to share that the building has resumed operations for campus units to transition back to their office locations as of…
Jun 04, 2026
Join Your Civil Service Advisory Council Nomination Forms Available for CSAC Election CSAC provides a communication link between Civil Service employees, the Director of Human Resources, the Chancellor…
May 29, 2026
Campus Announcements ended on Friday, May 29, at 8:59 a.m. Submissions are no longer being accepted. As this channel has now phased out, campus units seeking to communicate with students and employees about events,…
May 22, 2026
Beginning this summer, the Chancellor’s Newsletter will be distributed by the Department of Strategic Communication rather than directly from the Chancellor. Also, to better reflect the reduced volume of campus…
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.…
Chancellor Gooch
Janet L. Gooch, Ph.D.
Chancellor
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,…
Brandon Schwab
Brandon Schwab, Ph.D.
Provost

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Employee Recognition

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May 26, 2026
Libby Price named UIS Employee of the Month for May 2026
Libby Price, assistant athletic director for strategic communications & operations, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for May 2026.  Price's exceptional…

Getting to Know You

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Jun 03, 2026
Getting to Know You: Michaela Schroeder
What do you like about your job?  I love working with students and supporting them throughout their journey at UIS. I also enjoy collaborating with our campus partners, such as Residence Life, Dining, UIC…

Employee Events

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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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Sign up for website editor training on the 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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Bocce Ball is Back! Summer Faculty/Staff League Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. Games will be at 12:00 & 12:30. May 20-June 10 (4-week league) Rec Park Bocce Ball Courts Minimum: Need two per team. Encouraged to…
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After decades behind the scenes, countless shows, late nights, load-ins, load-outs, and keeping the curtain rising, Joe Taylor is retiring from UIS! Join us as we celebrate a true original, a legendary stagehand,…