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  • June 8, 2026
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UIS update a message to faculty and staff from chancellor gooch

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Sep 29, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 9.29.25
9.29.25 I want to thank Student Affairs and the Homecoming Committee for putting together a fantastic homecoming. I enjoyed watching the soccer and…
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Sep 18, 2025
What is Dorm Disease?: Tips for Staying Healthy at UIS
Living in a residence hall in college creates a positive experience for students as they learn and make connections with their peers. Unfortunately, it also…
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Sep 17, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Annual SECA Campaign Begins Today
9.17.25 Dear Colleagues, As we begin another academic year at UIS, I am writing to invite you to participate in the State and University Employees…
"UIS Update: A message to faculty and staff from Chancellor Gooch"
Sep 15, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: UIS Update 9.15.25
9.15.25 Happy Homecoming Week, UIS! This is one of the best times of the year to come together as a campus community, showcase our school spirit and…
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Sep 11, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: AI Special Interest Groups - Application Open
9.11.25 Dear Faculty and Staff: We are at a pivotal moment in the evolution of artificial intelligence, and it is reshaping higher education, the…
Missouri, Iowa and Indiana Expanded In-State Tuition
Sep 05, 2025
Missouri, Iowa and Indiana Students: Applying for In-State Tuition at UIS
Are you a student from Missouri, Iowa or Indiana dreaming of an affordable, top-quality education? Look no further! The University of Illinois Springfield has…
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Sep 05, 2025
Message from the Chancellor: Resources for Support
9.5.25 Dear UIS community — The start of a new semester brings fresh energy, new goals and the promise of opportunity. However, as we move forward…
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Sep 05, 2025
Alumni Feature: Dana Goodrum
Dana Goodrum Business Optimization Consultant at Illuminative Strategies, Inc. B.A. Political Science, 2005 M.P.A. & Graduate Certificate in…
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