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May 05, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Information Session on Budget Appropriation, May 12
5.5.23 Dear Faculty and Staff: Next Friday, May 12, I am hosting an information session in the Studio Theatre and by Zoom from 3 to 4 p.m. for faculty…
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May 04, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: CHST Dean Search Update
5.4.23 Dear Faculty and Staff — Following our comprehensive search for the College of Health, Science and Technology dean position, I have decided not…
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May 03, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Jamarco Clark named UIS VSCA Designate
5.3.23 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff — I am thrilled to share that Dr. Jamarco Clark has been appointed the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs (…
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May 01, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 5.1.23
5.1.23 Good morning, We have made it to May! Very soon, we will be celebrating the achievements of our wonderful graduates during our May 13…
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May 01, 2023
Honorary Degree Reception - Join Us May 11!
Chancellor Janet Gooch requests the pleasure of your company at a reception in honor of Raymond Schroeder 2023 Recipient of the University of…
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Apr 27, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Interim Provost News
4.27.23 Dear Faculty and Staff — UIS interim Provost Linda Delene has informed me of her decision to resign from her position, and I have accepted it,…
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Apr 20, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Reminder! Encourage Students to Take the UIS Commencement Survey
4.20.23 Dear UIS Faculty and Staff – Please remember to encourage students to take the UIS Commencement Survey by April 28. Our students' voices are…
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Apr 18, 2023
Message from the Chancellor: Listening Circle, Action Planning Opportunities Next Week
4.18.23 Dear UIS Community: Next week, as part of our Belonging, Dignity and Justice efforts and in response to recent camps events, UIS will host Kevin…
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