Ongoing Projects

Library Commons

Temporary fencing has been installed around the construction site and the laydown area in parking lot A-North. The contractor is preparing the lot and digging will begin the week of July 28. Watch the construction in real time using the Library Commons Live Stream!

Public Affairs Center (PAC) Plumbing Infrastructure Renovation

This project will renew the plumbing system in PAC by repairing and replacing sanitary sewer and domestic water pipes. The project started in June 2025 and is expected to wrap up in April 2027. Visit our dedicated PAC Plumbing Infrastructure Renovation Project webpage for the latest updates.

University Hall Building (UHB) College of Business and Management Trading Room

A state-of-the-art experiential active learning space is being constructed for the College of Business Management (CBM) on the 4th floor of UHB. Work will include the demolition of some interior walls, relocation of some doorways, and new flooring, ceiling and LED lighting.

University Hall (UHB) Classroom Lighting

Classroom lighting is being upgraded to new LED flat panels.

Roof Work on Founders and Lincoln Residence Halls

The contractor will be on site starting Monday, August 25, for roof work on the residence halls. Work will begin on Founders Hall, then proceed to Lincoln. Weather permitting, both roofs are expected to be completed in November.

Activities expected the week of September 1:

Roofing demolition and material removal scheduled September 2-5. As roof debris is removed, a forklift will travel from the east side of Lincoln to the PAC dock area, where a temporary dumpster will be placed.

A crane will be on site Friday, September 5 from about 10:30 to 12:30 on the west side of Founders. The nearby bus stop will remain open and accessible during this time.

Health & Sciences Building (HSB) Lab Modernization

Renovations will begin approximately Sept 5-8 on the 3rd floor of HSB to create a Centralized Lab Equipment Facility. Rooms 329 and 330 will be transformed into a shared space for housing lab instruments accessible to all labs within HSB. Project completion is expected in February 2026.


Upcoming Projects

Parking Lot D

Resurfacing of the lot and installation of an LED lighting system.

Health & Sciences Building (HSB) Server Room HVAC

Repair of the server room heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.


Completed Projects:

Clover Court apartment buildings with new exteriors.

Clover Court Exterior Renovations

The 100 and 200 building complexes in Clover Court have a fresh look! New windows, siding, doors, and roofs give the buildings a lighter and brighter appearance.

Bocce ball court

Roll into Fun at the Bocce Ball Court!

A bocce ball court is the latest addition to Rec Park. This addition was made possible through the vision of Campus Recreation, the financial support of the Good Idea Fund, and the skillful work of our Grounds crew.

Structure Demolition

Demolition of structures that have exceeded their life expectancy, deteriorated beyond repair, and have become prohibitively costly to operate and maintain.

  • Police Department Storage Building (PDB)
  • Spencer House, barn, and garage

Facilities & Services

Phone: (217) 206-6530
Email: facilities@uis.edu

Office Location: BSB 33
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm