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Doug Hamilton
Apr 05, 2023
WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield and Innovate Springfield will host Doug Hamilton, head of artificial intelligence (AI) research at Nasdaq and a UIS alum, for a keynote speech on “The Current State of AI.”…
Jennifer Martin
Apr 04, 2023
The University of Illinois Springfield’s Harry and Deborah Berman Sabbatical Award has been presented to Jennifer Martin, associate professor in the School of Education. She will receive $3,000 to support her research…
Apr 04, 2023
Dear Faculty and Staff Colleagues: The University Senates Conference is requesting feedback from University of Illinois Springfield employees regarding two different policies, the University of Illinois System…
Apr 03, 2023
The UIS Staff and Faculty Volunteer Initiative Committee would like to thank those who filled out the volunteer interest survey this past February. This provided us with valuable information to gauge interest in…
Jul 07, 2025
7.7.2025 Happy July, everyone —  I hope everyone is enjoying a productive and restful summer. While the season brings a slower pace for some, much work continues across campus, particularly with Facilities improvements. Make sure to read…
Chancellor Gooch
Janet L. Gooch, Ph.D.
Chancellor
Apr 03, 2025
Dear UIS Community, As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance student success, we have recently begun work on our HLC Quality Initiative, a large-scale improvement process required by HLC as part of our participation in the Open Pathway…
Brandon Schwab
Brandon Schwab, Ph.D.
Provost

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