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Apr 29, 2026
The State Department of Central Management Services (CMS) has announced that the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Benefit Choice enrollment period will begin May 1 and end June 1, 2026. If you do not want to change health…
Apr 27, 2026
Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 am for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…
Apr 24, 2026
Dear Colleagues: As the end of the fiscal year approaches, I’m asking for your support in ensuring we remain good stewards of our financial resources. The University of Illinois Springfield continues to face a…
Apr 22, 2026
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) has reached a significant milestone in digital accessibility, achieving 100% website compliance, as of April 17, 2025, ahead of the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ)…
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

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Mar 03, 2026
Jeff Sudduth named UIS Employee of the Month for February 2026
Jeff Sudduth, IT technical associate for Information Technology Services, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for February 2026. Sudduth’s expertise supports other units on…

Getting to Know You

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Apr 02, 2026
Getting to Know You: Jeffrey Powell
What do you like about your job?  On the really good days, I get to work with students who need a reminder of why they are here. I encourage them to push themselves in their classes and help connect them with…

Employee Events

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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
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Bocce Ball is Back! Summer Faculty/Staff League Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. Games will be at 12:00 & 12:30. May 20-June 10 (4-week league) Rec Park Bocce Ball Courts Minimum: Need two per team. Encouraged to…
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…
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Kick off your summer with a healthier relationship to your digital life! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a refreshing, 30‑minute workshop series designed to help you clean up your digital spaces, streamline…