WHAT: University of Illinois Springfield Chancellor Janet L. Gooch will host a conversation with former Congresswoman and UIS alum Cheri Callahan Bustos as part of her Chancellor’s Thinkers Series event titled “A Call to Think: Authentic Leadership.”

WHEN: 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Sept. 15 (reception to follow)

WHERE: UIS Student Union Ballroom, 2251 Richard Wright Drive (visitor parking available in Lot J)

Welcome to the Fall 2026 semester! We're excited to work with you this academic year. In this letter, you will find some important reminders and information to help you start the term strong. As always, if you have any questions or would like to meet with a member of the COLRS staff, please contact us. We're happy to help anytime!

-Emily, Carrie, Scott, & Taylor

Dear campus community,

With the fall semester upon us, we want to remind all employees of the importance in following the Protection of Minors Policy.

UIS is committed to protecting minors that visit campus so they can enjoy the wonderful events and programs our community offers. For departments that want to offer programs to minors: persons under the age of eighteen (18), our Protection of Minors page has detailed information on planning and hosting an event for young visitors.

The 2026-2027 UIS Leadership Lived Experience (LLE) application is now available. The priority deadline is August 14th at 5:00pm.

Employee parking rates will increase by $2.50 per month for Economy, Standard and PERKS hangtags.

Your next cybersecurity training, Navigating AI Tools Safely, is due by Sept. 30.

If you are interested in helping with Move-In Day, please fill out the volunteer form by 5 p.m. on Aug. 5.

Those interested in representing UIS at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) should complete the nomination form by Aug. 6.

Getting the right message to the right audience starts with our new Campus Communications Form.

The leadership profile for the next president of the University of Illinois System is complete, and formal recruiting is underway.