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8.24.26
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:
Today marks the 56th first day of classes since our university welcomed its first students in 1970. While a lot has changed in that time, UIS continues to deliver on its promise of providing an excellent educational experience, both in and out of the classroom, for every learner.
8.20.26
Good morning, faculty and staff —
Happy Move-in Day! It’s so great to see our campus community energized as we welcome new and returning students.
8.17.26
Dear Faculty and Staff:
A new academic year is here, and I hope you are looking forward to the semester ahead. It’s an exciting time at UIS! We are days away from Move-In Day, Aug. 20. The energy our students bring to campus each fall is a welcome change from our quiet summer months, and I am excited for everyone to see how our campus is transforming, with the Library Commons taking shape and the Public Affairs Center close to being fully operational after more than a year of construction-related closures.
Chancellor’s Associate Program
About the Program
The Chancellor’s Associate Program, established in 2026, is designed to provide focused leadership around key university priorities to provide professional growth opportunities for faculty and staff while building internal leadership capacity.
7.1.26
Dear Faculty & Staff —
Following President Killeen’s June 18 announcement, this message confirms the 2% merit-based salary program for the 2026-27 academic year. The 2% merit-based salary program is to be distributed at the discretion of the unit head. Division heads will identify the unit head for each area based on operational responsibility.
RSVP Retirement Reception for Joan Sestak
Please join us for a Retirement Reception in honor of Joan Sestak, director of community and government relations, on Thursday, July 23, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the UIS Student Union Dick Osborne Lounge.
6.2.26
Dear Colleagues —
I am pleased to share that, pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, Dr. Steven Johnson Jr. will be named Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (Designate), effective June 16, 2026.
5.18.26
Dear UIS Community:
5.4.26
Dear UIS Community:
The 55th annual commencement will take place on Saturday, May 9, at the Bank of Springfield Center. A total of 1,020 students will participate in the ceremonies.
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