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Mar 12, 2026
In 1981, this simple ribbon and scissors marked the beginning of 45 years of unforgettable performances-and we're celebrating with new updates to make your next visit even better!
Thanks to the incredible…
Mar 11, 2026
Dear UIS Colleagues,
UIS Commencement 2026 is rapidly approaching, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this year’s commencement ceremonies memorable for our students. Ceremonies (divided by college) will…
Mar 10, 2026
To faculty and staff across the University of Illinois System:
As we look ahead to fiscal year 2027, we are pleased to share that employees eligible for leave benefits will again receive three gift days during the…
Mar 09, 2026
Greetings Campus Community,
Please be aware that crews will be on campus beginning the week of March 9 to start work on the electric vehicle (EV) charging station project. In collaboration with the City of…
Mar 10, 2026
3.10.26
Dear faculty, staff and students,
I am pleased to share that the University of Illinois System’s Mental Health Awareness and Support website now offers new Mental Health Self-assessment Tools available to all…
Mar 10, 2026
Academic Affairs Colleagues,
I write to provide an update on the Academic Portfolio Review and Prioritization process. From the beginning, the Academic Portfolio Review (APR) was not intended to be a retrospective exercise. It was designed…
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Employee Recognition
Mar 10, 2026
Matthew Scrivano, records and registration officer, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for March 2026.
Scrivano’s knowledge allows him to support …
Getting to Know You
Mar 06, 2026
Can you give me a brief timeline of how your career led you to UIS?
I was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and grew up in Mahomet, Illinois, where I graduated from high school in 1996. I played golf in high school and…
Employee Events
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Join us for three open forums featuring candidates for the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Retention Management position:
Monday, March 16 at 1:30 PM in Brookens Auditorium
Tuesday, March 17 at 3:00 PM in…
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Please save the date for a Know Your U event! Learn about UIS and local history through our archives and the valuable information housed right here on campus. University Archivist, Katrina Burch, will lead participants…
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Join us for three open forums featuring candidates for the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Retention Management position:
Monday, March 16 at 1:30 PM in Brookens Auditorium
Tuesday, March 17 at 3:00 PM in…
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Join us as Dr. Sharon Graf and fellow duet musicians will explore the theme of Rita Grendze's "Belly" Exhibition: Nourishment and Scarcity.
Presented by the UIS Sociology/Anthropology and Art, Music, and Theatre…