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

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  • June 8, 2026
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  • Dec. 7, 2026

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Mar 18, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 3.18.24
3.18.24 Hello, Prairie Stars: It’s hard to believe we are already nearing the end of the semester, with spring break in our rearview mirror and…
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Mar 13, 2024
Four things to know before you go to a career fair
Your first job fair can be very intimidating. You’re not sure what you’re doing. All you want to say is, “I need a job,” but you must have a conversation…
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Mar 08, 2024
Generative AI's role in higher education, inspired by Spiderman
Remember when Uncle Ben told Peter Parker, “With great power comes great responsibility?” That quote rings true, especially when we talk about AI in higher…
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Mar 04, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 3.4.24
3.4.24 Happy Monday, UIS! Thank you to everyone who attended Friday's Rise Professional Development Retreat and to the committee members who spent…
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Feb 26, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: Three things to know for Friday's retreat!
2.26.24 Good afternoon! Thank you to all faculty and staff who registered for Friday’s Rise Professional Development Retreat. Below are three things to…
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Feb 19, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 2.19.24
2.19.24 Good morning, UIS! The snowfall at the end of last week is a good reminder that winter is still with us. Thank you to our Facilities and…
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Feb 13, 2024
Message from the Chancellor: Feb. 22 Employee Information Session
Dear Colleagues — As part of our ongoing Rise initiative, our leadership team is hosting a Spring Employee Information Session from 3 to 4:…
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Feb 12, 2024
Planning to Study Away
Embarking on a study abroad trip is a transformative experience that will take your education beyond textbooks and lectures. UIS’ Study Away Program…
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