Chancellor Gooch sends a semimonthly UIS Update newsletter to faculty and staff to highlight university priorities, events, and need-to-know info.

The UIS Update can be read via your email inbox or by visiting Orbit, the UIS internal communication hub.

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Newsletters are scheduled by semester, and submission deadlines are the Wednesday before the publication date.

Publication Schedule

  • June 8, 2026
  • July 6, 2026
  • Aug. 3, 2026
  • Aug.17, 2026
  • Aug. 31, 2026
  • Sept. 14, 2026
  • Sept. 28, 2026
  • Oct. 12, 2026
  • Oct. 26, 2026
  • Nov. 23, 2026
  • Dec. 7, 2026

UIS update a message to faculty and staff from chancellor gooch

News

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Aug 27, 2026
Find the Right Fit: A Guide to UIS Majors and Programs
Choosing a college is a big decision. Choosing what to study is just as important. You may already know what you want to major in, or you may have a few…
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Aug 26, 2026
Applications Open for the NEW Chancellor’s Associate Program
The Chancellor’s Office is accepting applications for the Chancellor’s Associate Program, a professional development opportunity designed to provide eligible…
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Aug 26, 2026
Faculty-Staff Kickoff Recording
Good afternoon, faculty and staff — Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Faculty-Staff Kickoff on Aug. 21. It was energizing to come together as a…
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Aug 24, 2026
Message from the Chancellor: Happy First Day of Classes, Prairie Stars!
8.24.26 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff: Today marks the 56th first day of classes since our university welcomed its first students in 1970. While a…
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Aug 20, 2026
Message from the Chancellor: Aug. 21 Kickoff Meeting Reminder
8.20.26 Good morning, faculty and staff — Happy Move-in Day! It’s so great to see our campus community energized as we welcome new and returning…
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Aug 17, 2026
Message from the Chancellor: Welcome to the 26-27 Academic Year!
8.17.26 Dear Faculty and Staff: A new academic year is here, and I hope you are looking forward to the semester ahead. It’s an exciting time at UIS! We…
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Aug 13, 2026
Prairie Star Welcome Week Guide
Whether you are a first-year student, a transfer student or a returning student, coming back to college after a long summer can be a lot. Don’t worry if you’…
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Jul 28, 2026
Introducing the UIS Campus Communications Form
Getting the right message to the right audience starts with our new Campus Communications Form. Whether you're promoting an event, sharing an important…