UIS Orbit is a resource for University of Illinois Springfield employees to find important news and announcements, new hire information, human resources info, upcoming employee events and more!
Jun 27, 2025
Congratulations to our new CSAC Representatives!
Seven Civil Service employees have been elected to represent on the Civil Service Advisory Council:
AJ Hamm- Building Service Supervisor, Facilities and Services/…
Jun 27, 2025
We’re thrilled to invite you to be part of New Student Welcome 2025—a vibrant event marking the close of new student orientation and the kickoff to the academic year, designed to help our newest Prairie Stars feel at…
Jun 26, 2025
Due to Brookens Library's closure for maintenance the week of June 30, in-person access to ITS Client Services will be by appointment only. To schedule a visit to our help desk, please email techsupport@uis.edu or call…
Jun 25, 2025
F&S will oversee annual elevator inspections for all three towers in July.
Inspections are currently scheduled for July 2, 3, 7, and 8.
Elevators will be taken out of service temporarily during the inspection…
Jun 11, 2025
6.11.25
Dear colleagues —
Dr. Vickie Cook, vice chancellor for enrollment and retention management, has shared her intention to retire from UIS on March 1, 2026.
Vickie is an accomplished and respected leader in higher education, and we…
May 07, 2025
Dear Colleagues:
I am pleased to let you know the appointment of Dr. Miriam Wallace, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS), to also serve as Interim Dean of the College of Public Affairs and Education (CPAE) will be…
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Employee Recognition
Jun 17, 2025
Kali Osburn, building service sub-foreman in Campus Recreation, has been named the University of Illinois Springfield Employee of the Month for June 2025.
“Kali is committed to keeping a clean and welcoming space…
Getting to Know You
Jun 27, 2025
Who do you call as soon as you hear good news?
My wife. She’s my biggest cheerleader and best friend. Then I call my parents and sisters.
My parents and sisters have always been my rock throughout my whole life…
Employee Events
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Join us for an overview of key ADA Title II updates and digital accessibility resources at UIS.
Online: ODA Zoom.
Register using the ODA Training Registration form.
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Learn the top eight accessibility issues to watch for when creating online and digital content.
Online: ODA Zoom.
Register using the ODA Training Registration form.
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Did you know that UIS has a field station located on Lake Springfield just steps away from campus? Well, now you do! Bring your lunch and join us for lawn games, canoeing or a field station lab tour on July 15 from 11:…
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Sign up for website editor training on the new uis.edu website. Training typically lasts an hour and is open to all staff and students.
Web Editor Training Sign Up