The purpose of this policy is to protect the health and safety of University of Illinois Springfield students, faculty, staff, childcare clients and campus visitors. The policy prohibits the feeding of non-domesticated animals, including feral cats, on University property; tampering with University property including animal traps; and releasing unauthorized animals onto University property.

I.  Application

This policy is applicable to all University of Illinois Springfield faculty, students, staff and visitors.

Illinois State Statute provides as follows:

7201LCS 5/21-6

Unauthorized possession or storage of weapons

a. Whoever possesses or stores any weapon enumerated in Section 33A-1 in any building or on land supported in whole or in part with public funds or in any building on such land without prior written permission from the chief security officer for such land or building commits a Class A misdemeanor. (Class A misdemeanors are punishable by 6 to 12 months in jail or up to two years probation, and a fine up to $2,500.00).

I.  Statement of Intent

The University of Illinois Springfield is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable venue for educational, cultural, public, entertainment, athletic and social events. Accordingly, the sale, delivery, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages in or on any property controlled by the University of Illinois Springfield is strictly prohibited, except as provided in these regulations.

Personal property, including books, brought to campus premises should be identified. The campus/University cannot assume responsibility for any loss, theft, or damage to personal property. Safeguard belongings in offices, classrooms, and laboratories by not leaving them unattended.

This policy on policies governs the oversight and development of all formal UIS campus-wide policies. Individuals and units on campus must follow the procedures outlined in this policy to obtain approval of new campus-wide policies and revisions or updates to existing campus-wide policies.

I. Policy Information Policy 

Policy Title: University of Illinois at Springfield Policy for Naming
Policy Owner: Division of Advancement
Responsible Official: Vice Chancellor for Advancement
Approved by: UIS Chancellor 
Date Approved: 3/10/2026
Date Revised: 3/10/2026
Effective Date: 3/10/2026
Targeted Review Date: 3/10/2028 
Contact: Vice Chancellor for Advancement 

The UIS campus does not close due to inclement weather except under the most extraordinary conditions.

A decision to cancel classes due to inclement weather is made separately from the consideration to close the campus. So, it is possible that classes would be canceled but the campus would remain open for other business.

When classes are canceled, the normal expectation is that all offices and other services of the university will have regular operating hours.

It is also generally assumed that if classes on campus are canceled, online classes would not be interrupted.