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Jan 29, 2026
Our BIG News!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, the 2nd Act Campaign has surpassed the $750,000 milestone and has now raised more than $810,000, with fundraising continuing through June 30. This…
Jan 28, 2026
Printing at UIS has become even easier with the new Pharos Mobile Print. With Pharos Mobile Print, users can either send an email with the file they need to print attached or they can use My Print Center.
Sending…
Jan 28, 2026
The library side elevator in Brookens is currently out of service. Kone technicians are repairing this elevator so it is operable as soon as possible.
We will keep you updated as we know more. Everyone's…
Jan 27, 2026
January 27, 2026
We are delighted to announce the selected participants for the 2026 Professional Staff Leadership Academy (PSLA). The academy plays a vital role in building a robust pathway for developing dynamic,…
Jan 26, 2026
1.26.26
Big things are happening on campus. Thank you to everyone for your flexibility and patience as this work progresses.
Construction on the new Library Commons is moving forward, with structural steel installation underway and…
Feb 03, 2026
January-February 2026
From Provost Schwab
Greetings,
I’m grateful to see campus (and our online classrooms) back in action with the beginning of the spring semester. Although the idea of “spring” seems like a far-off concept given our…
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Employee Recognition
Nov 12, 2025
Dre Duvendack Visk, program coordinator for Gender & Sexuality Student Services and interim program director for the Women’s Center, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for…
Getting to Know You
Dec 04, 2025
How did you get started in your career field?
I graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Law in December 2014. From there, I began working as an appellate prosecutor and assistant special prosecutor for…
Employee Events
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February 27-March 1
UIS Recreation and Athletic Center | Springfield, IL
Non-Sanctioned Tournament by the Department of Campus Recreation
Schedule
Friday, 2/27: Co-ed SinglesSaturday, 2/28:…
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Three Virtual OER Meetups for Faculty, Instructors, and Librarians:
OER Meetup for STEM Faculty, Instructors, and Librarians, February 6, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
OER Meetup for Social Sciences Faculty, Instructors, and…
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Please save the date for a Know Your U event! Learn about UIS and local history through our archives and the valuable information housed right here on campus. University Archivist, Katrina Burch, will lead participants…
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The Office of Human Resources is pleased to announce the next installment of the Employee Development Series will be Annual Evaluations presented by Kenzie Filchak and Drew Schlosser on March 24, 2026, from 9:00-11:…