All status (non-probationary) Civil Service employees are invited to submit online nomination forms for this year's Civil Service Advisory Council (CSAC) election.
Eight positions will be filled this year, each for a two year term. Nomination forms must be received by midnight, June 14, in order to be considered. Self-Nominations are allowed and welcomed.
Construction Highlights
Upcoming Projects
Colonnade Stonework - The repair and restoration of the stonework will be done this summer. Work will include the replacement of irreparable stone along with the filling of cracks and crevices to prevent further damage by water and ice.
Clover 100 & 200 Exterior Renovations - Bids are being sought to renovate the building exteriors of the 100 and 200 buildings in Clover Court. Roofing, guttering, and siding are some of the improvements included in the project.
Dear colleagues,
The news release below is being distributed today.
Tim Killeen
President
May 31, 2024
U of I System reflects on state budget’s support of higher education
URBANA, Ill. – University of Illinois System leaders expressed their appreciation for Gov. JB Pritzker’s and the Illinois General Assembly’s continued support of higher education in the 2025 fiscal year budget approved early Wednesday.
Please join us for the next session in our Employee Development Series: Building a Positive Workplace Through Customer Service Values. This session will be presented by Dr. Travis Bland, Dr. Anne-Marie Hanson and the Customer Service Improvement Committee (CSIC). This session focuses upon enhancing customer service interactions among students, faculty and employees.
If you have a piece of art or a historical/cultural artifact on display in your office or area and you plan to remove it, please do not throw it away. Contact the Art & Artifacts Committee or the UIS Archivist.
The general election will take place this year on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This day is not designated as a holiday for universities in Illinois. However, time off to vote may be available in accordance with State of Illinois law.
You may have received/will be receiving an email from the Webstore regarding your Adobe Creative Cloud licensing, which expires June 30 for those who have current licensing.
To renew your license, please use this link: Adobe Creative Cloud for University Staff Enterprise Access (Expires 6/30/2025)
Please be aware that on Tuesday, May 21, new HVAC rooftop units will be installed on the WUIS building and the Human Resources Building (HRB). There will be a crane onsite to lift the old units off the buildings as well as to place the new units.
The crane will be onsite at 7:00 a.m. and work will begin with the WUIS building. The exact crane placement will depend upon the condition of the dryness of the ground. Markers and barricades will be used to cordon off the area where the crane will be located.
Dear colleagues,
Campus Senate would like to announce the election of Lynn Fisher of CLASS as 2024-2025 Senate Chair, and Holly Thompson, CLASS, as 2024-2025 Vice-Chair. We are also pleased to report that Deborah Anthony, CPAE, has agreed to serve as Parliamentarian. Full information about membership of the new Senate Executive Committee will be shared as soon as possible.
Campus Senate meetings will resume in the fall. Email announcements will be made prior to the first meeting.
Congratulations to all as we wrap up the academic year and best wishes,
Repairs to the UHB hot water heating system are planned for the week of May 13. There will be no interruption to the domestic water system (drinking fountains, sinks, and toilets), but you may notice ladders, tools, and equipment in the hallways and common areas, as well as the temporary removal of ceiling tiles to facilitate access to the piping system.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to maintain our building systems.
Facilities and Services
Business Services Building (BSB) 33