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Nov 18, 2022
Due to the changes yesterday as a result of the cybersecurity incident, connecting to the VPN now requires 2FA. The login screen askes for a 2nd password.
The 2nd Password field is for two-factor…
Nov 17, 2022
UIS experienced a cybersecurity incident this week. While this incident was caught quickly and intervention took place immediately, we are acting in an abundance of caution and requiring that all UIS users reset their…
Nov 16, 2022
Greetings, colleagues!
Here are some important updates and announcements from the UIS Office of Human Resources:
Upload Job Descriptions in JDXpert by December 20
To comply with State University…
Nov 14, 2022
In accordance with the UIS Policy on Weapons Screening at the UIS Performing Arts Center, we are once again implementing a weapons screening at the UIS Performing Arts Center in the Public Affairs Center (PAC) building…
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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