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Announcements
Mar 20, 2024
UIS Campus Senate will meet on Friday, March 22, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in PAC 160, Community Room (formerly known as C/D).
The agenda can be found here: https://uofi.box.com/s/jhfwakkoi8adjq2cxp79s0zhwoeknimu…
Mar 19, 2024
Dear Faculty,
COLRS and ITS have teamed up to open up a 3-week pilot to instructors interested in trying out Copyleaks, an AI-based plagiarism and AI content detection tool.
Due to the increasing cost of…
Mar 13, 2024
Dear Colleagues and Friends of UIS,
Commencement 2024 is rapidly approaching, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this year’s Commencement Ceremonies memorable for our students.
Three commencement…
UIS Mobile App
The UIS Mobile app is now available for download on both the App Store and Google Play Store. Features include quick access to events, news, dining info, and safety links. Visit the UIS Mobile App page to learn more and download!
News from the Chancellor
Jan 26, 2024
1.26.24
Dear Students:
On Tuesday evening, Jan. 30, I will be co-hosting an information session for students with the Student Government Association, and I hope you can attend. The session will include brief UIS updates from me and SGA…
Jan 22, 2024
1.22.24
Happy Monday, UIS!
And what a Monday it is. Due to icy conditions, in-person classes have been canceled today, and the Liberal Leave Policy is in effect. Many employees are working remotely today, so please check with…
Jan 08, 2024
1.8.24
Welcome back, UIS!
I hope everyone had a well-deserved, relaxing break with friends and family. The holiday season is a time to unwind and reflect on our accomplishments from last year and look forward to our goals in the new year. As…
News from the Provost
Apr 07, 2023
Dear Faculty and Staff —
Final candidates for the CHST dean position were present on campus early this week. Their campus visits were encouraging to individuals and search committees, and we are grateful for your warm welcome and participation…
Mar 31, 2023
Dear Faculty and Staff —
The week began with a review of UIS laboratory environmental and safety reports to ensure compliance with safety protocols. There are no alternatives to environmental safety standards along with necessary corrective…
Mar 24, 2023
Dear Faculty and Staff —
The “call” for faculty position requests for employment to begin fall of 2024 has been issued to deans and chairs. Requests for such positions to be searched in the 2023-24 year are due in this office (via the usual…
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Employee Recognition
Nov 30, 2023
Lisa Bowen has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for November 2023. She is the classroom scheduling administrator for UIS Facilities and Services.
Her nominator said she is “a…
Employee Events
No employee specific events at this time. Check back soon! Visit our main website calendar for other university events.