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Feb 26, 2026
The Prepare for Illinois’ Future program powered by Kaplan’s All Access License will continue, ensuring ongoing support for students across Illinois!
Our partners with Kaplan are thrilled that UIS students have…
Feb 18, 2026
The Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries of Illinois (CARLI) is pleased to announce the availability of its application for the CARLI Member OER Initiative. This OER Initiative will provide…
Feb 16, 2026
Finding information on the UIS website just got easier.
The Office of Web and Digital Strategy has enhanced the website’s search functionality by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI), delivering more accurate,…
Feb 13, 2026
Dear faculty,
The 55th annual UIS Commencement ceremonies will be held at the Bank of Springfield Center in downtown Springfield on Saturday, May 9, 2026. There will be two ceremonies as follows:
12:30 p.m. -…
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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