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Chancellor's UIS Updates
News
Jul 11, 2022
Hello, UIS—
Thank you for your warm welcome during my first full week on the job as your new Chancellor. I’m honored to follow such a smart and caring…
Jul 06, 2022
The following is an excerpt from University of Illinois Springfield Chancellor Janet Gooch. The column appeared in The State Journal-Register on July 3, 2022…
Jul 05, 2022
7.5.22
Dear UIS Faculty and Staff —
It is my great honor to begin my work as your new UIS Chancellor. Last week, I worked alongside interim Chancellor…
Jun 30, 2022
6.30.22
Dear Colleagues,
This is my last email to you as Chancellor, and I must first simply say THANK YOU.
Thank you for the opportunity to lead UIS…
Jun 27, 2022
6.27.22
Dear UIS Colleagues:
It’s hard to believe that today is my last Monday as your interim chancellor. Chancellor Designee Janet L.…
Jun 14, 2022
6.14.22
Dear UIS Colleagues:
New Student Orientation is in full swing, and if you are on campus this summer, I hope you get a chance to get…