As part of our All Access partnership with Kaplan, we are hosting a series of exclusive professional development sessions specifically for faculty and staff this semester. These opportunities are designed to provide you with the opportunity to learn more about specific topics close to the work you are already doing and how Kaplan All Access can help you reach your goals for your students intentionally as well.

Please see the schedule below and join us for the sessions that align with your department’s/team. Please click on the title to register to attend.

Dear Colleagues,

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Gregg “Bagel” Johnson as the next Dean of the College of Public Affairs and Education (CPAE), pending final approval by the Board of Trustees. Dr. Johnson brings effective academic and administrative leadership experience, along with a strong commitment to public higher education and its role in advancing the public good. His appointment will begin July 1, 2026.

Gregg “Bagel” Johnson has been appointed dean of the University of Illinois Springfield College of Public Affairs and Education (CPAE), pending final approval by the Board of Trustees. His appointment will begin July 1, 2026.

January-February 2026

From Provost Schwab

Greetings,

What’s your favorite UIS tradition or event?

The Rising Stars program, which brings new UIS employees together through a variety of activities, stands out as a particularly meaningful experience. I also value the Employee Development Series and the many other training opportunities UIS offers, as they highlight the university’s commitment to supporting and investing in its employees. I enjoy taking advantage of these programs whenever possible.

December 2025

From Provost Schwab

Greetings,

Dear Faculty, 

We hope this email finds you well. We are gathering university-wide input to help shape UIS’ future direction in AI research, development, and university support infrastructure. This short questionnaire takes only 1–2 minutes, and your feedback will directly inform the R&D-focused recommendations we will submit to the administration on Dec. 5th. 

Dear faculty and staff:

The University of Illinois Springfield gains its post-secondary school accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). In August 2018, UIS was reaccredited by the HLC through August 2028. UIS follows the open pathway for maintaining accreditation with HLC. During the 2027-28 academic year, UIS will submit its comprehensive evaluation materials and its Federal Compliance Review by Oct. 11, 2027. HLC will conduct a comprehensive evaluation with peer review and site visit on Nov. 8-9, 2027.