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Apr 11, 2025
To the University of Illinois System community:
Across the University of Illinois System, our promise to offer an excellent education includes providing an environment rich with opportunities for global engagement,…
Apr 10, 2025
Faculty members and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for and promote the Faculty Entrepreneurial Leadership Program (FELP).
FELP is a professional development initiative designed to help faculty…
Apr 09, 2025
The UIS Observer needs your help with the 2025 Best of UIS and Beyond Contest! Voting for your favorite finalists will take place April 7-17 for a chance to win prizes! All students can…
Apr 08, 2025
Springfest 2025 is just around the corner, and we need judges to help make this long-standing UIS tradition a success! Running from April 21st–26th, Springfest brings together students, faculty, staff,…
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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