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 04, 2025
Please be advised that the UIS Public Affairs Center (PAC) Plumbing Infrastructure Repair Project has started. Therefore, the teardrop entrance to PAC is closed for the duration of this work.
During this time, SMTD…
Jun 03, 2025
The UIS Police Department would like to inform you about an upcoming Drone Training Course being hosted by our department. This course is part of our continuing efforts to enhance preparedness through the responsible…
Jun 02, 2025
The increase in University of Illinois System operating funds announced by Gov. JB Pritzker for the 2026 fiscal year demonstrates continued support for and belief in the power of public higher education, U of I System…
Jun 02, 2025
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, campus-…
Jun 06, 2025
6.6.25
Dear Faculty and Staff,
I am pleased to share that Jill Wilberg has been named the University of Illinois Springfield’s next vice chancellor for finance and administration, effective June 16. She will serve in a designate capacity…
May 05, 2025
From Provost Schwab
Colleagues,
As we come to the end of an eventful and sometimes challenging academic year, I simply want to express my appreciation for the faculty, staff, and students who make UIS the great place it is to learn, work, and…
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Employee Recognition
Apr 21, 2025
Ravneet Chhokar, director of environmental compliance and safety in Facilities and Services, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for April 2025.
“Ravneet’s cheerful and…
Getting to Know You
May 15, 2025
Taylor Lester is the program coordinator for the Center for Online Learning, Research and Service (COLRS).
Can you give me a brief timeline of how your career led you to UIS?
Before coming to UIS, I was a…
Employee Events
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Learn the top eight accessibility issues to watch for when creating online and digital content.
Online: ODA Zoom.
Register using the ODA Training Registration form.
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Did you know that UIS has a field station located on Lake Springfield just steps away from campus? Well, now you do! Bring your lunch and join us for lawn games, canoeing or a field station lab tour on July 15 from 11:…
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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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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