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May 01, 2026
Dear colleagues,
I am delighted to report that at today’s Campus Senate meeting, Matthew Geras (SPIA) was elected as Senate Chair for 2026/2027 and Kristi Barnwell (HIS) was elected as Vice-Chair. …
Apr 30, 2026
Greetings, Campus Community,
We are writing to inform you that the elevator in Tower 2 of PAC is currently out of service. We will provide updates as they become available.
Thank you for your patience and…
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…
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…
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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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…