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November 2025
From Provost Schwab
Greetings,
As we barrel toward the later part of the semester and the wonderful change of fall foliage, I’ve been reminded of the importance of self-care during this busy time of the year. I was recently waylaid by a nasty bug that set me back for several days. I am fortunate that such an occurrence is rare for me, and I hope that remains the case. Nevertheless, it was not good. I hope you and your loved ones stay healthy and safe in this “germy” time of the year.
From Provost Schwab
Greetings,
I hope your fall semester is progressing in good ways. It is hard to believe that the mid-point of the semester is quickly approaching. The first half has been a bit of a blur, hence the September newsletter arriving in October.
We are excited to announce that the Good Idea Fund is available again this year! This initiative offers one-time (non-recurring) funds to support innovative ideas from UIS staff and faculty. If you have a project that could make a positive impact on our University, we want to hear from you! We invite a wide range of ideas that can create broad impact. Whether it's a new program, a research project, or an initiative to improve campus life, we encourage you to apply and share your vision with us.
Dear UIS Community,
University Scholars Award
UIS faculty and staff are invited to honor this year's recipient of the prestigious University Scholars Award. Please register by Friday, September 19.
We hope you will be able to join in celebrating this year’s University Scholars Award recipient on Wednesday, September 24.
If you plan to attend and have not yet registered, please do so by end of day Friday, September 19, so we can finalize event details.
Event Details
UIS faculty and staff are invited to honor this year's recipient of the prestigious University Scholars Award.
From Provost Schwab
Colleagues,
I hope your semester is off to a good start and that you have enjoyed meeting new students and colleagues and reconnecting with others. The beautiful weather has provided a wonderful backdrop for the flurry of activity around the start of the new academic year.
According to UIS policy, each academic year the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Provost notifies the UIS community of the names of those among the faculty scheduled for tenure review and second- or fourth-year reappointment review. Listed below are the names of the faculty members scheduled for reviews this academic year:
Leadership Opportunity
Dean, College of Public Affairs and Education (CPAE)
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) seeks a committed, student‑centered, and collaborative leader to serve as Dean of the College of Public Affairs and Education (CPAE). Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Provost, the Dean serves as the College’s chief executive—empowered to lead, advocate, and shape a dynamic academic enterprise that prepares future educators, policymakers, communicators, legal and civic professionals to make an immediate and lasting impact.
Fall Kaplan All Access Orientation | Sept. 9
Join us to hear more about the Prepare for Illinois' Future Program powered by Kaplan All Access. This program has saved students in Illinois over $12,000,000 in out-of-pocket costs for Career Readiness and Test Preparation resources.