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Apr 07, 2026
Dear University Community,
Negotiations with the union representing tenured and tenure-track faculty are ongoing. Today, the University met with the union for eight hours and reached one tentative agreement on…
Apr 06, 2026
Good morning,
We are currently looking for staff members who are willing to serve as judges for Springfest.
Springfest is UIS's longest-running tradition. It's an exciting event to close out…
Apr 06, 2026
Dear Campus Community,
Collective bargaining discussions with the union representing tenured and tenure-track faculty are ongoing. Today, the university met with the union for 4 ½ hours, offering several different…
Apr 05, 2026
Dear UIS Community,
We want to provide an update on the continued collective bargaining with the union representing tenured and tenure-track faculty.
The union remains on strike following a three-hour negotiation…
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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