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Chancellor's UIS Updates
News
Feb 10, 2023
2.10.23
Dear Colleagues:
The Ceremony of Investiture on Wednesday provided memories that my family and I will treasure forever. What a wonderful…
Feb 06, 2023
2.6.23
Good afternoon:
I hope everyone enjoyed the dose of sunshine we got this weekend! I was glad to be back in Springfield last week following a busy…
Jan 25, 2023
1.25.23
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff —
I am pleased to share with you the members of the search committee tasked with helping UIS select the next…
Jan 23, 2023
1.23.23
Good morning, colleagues:
The spring semester is off to a great start! I spent time last week representing UIS with colleagues and students at…
Jan 17, 2023
1.17.23
Dear Colleagues:
Last semester, I announced that, in response to the recommendations from the Underrepresented Faculty Recruitment and Retention…
Jan 11, 2023
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees along with University of Illinois System President Timothy L. Killeen cordially invite you and a guest…