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Mar 04, 2026
As part of the university’s NorthStar strategic visioning initiative, the University is announcing a Voluntary Separation Plan (UIS-VSP) available for all employees who meet the eligibility requirements outlined…
Mar 03, 2026
The Center for Lincoln Studies (CLS) is dedicated to engaging with UIS’s talented faculty. The Faculty Fellows program engages faculty to become the core of the Center’s intellectual community along with the Center’s…
Mar 02, 2026
All faculty and staff, excluding extra help (EH) workers, are required to complete the Faculty and Staff Title IX Training module - Building Supportive Communities: Clery Act and Title IX. This online course, hosted by…
Feb 27, 2026
Spring Break Hours for Dining Services Starbucks Closed March 7-15. Open regular hours beginning March 16. Food Studio Closed March 7 and 8. Open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 9-13. Closed March 14…
May 04, 2026
5.4.26 Dear UIS Community: The 55th annual commencement will take place on Saturday, May 9, at the Bank of Springfield Center. A total of 1,020 students will participate in the ceremonies. At 12:30 p.m., we will celebrate…
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

Ravneet Chokkar
Apr 21, 2025
Ravneet Chhokar named the UIS Employee of the Month for April 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

Headshot of Ayanna Lewis.
Sep 25, 2025
Getting to know you: Ayanna Lewis
How did you get started in your career field? In my past life, I worked as a school librarian for ages K through 12. It was there that I learned I had a passion for advising and teaching, which has led me to my…

Employee Events

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