In the February edition of the HR Newsletter, we discuss the Voluntary Separation Plan, celebrate the 2024 Employee of the Year, talk about the next workshop in the Employee Development Series, and give out a reminder of the University of Illinois Wellness Wednesday Sessions open to them.
Employee Development Series: Technology Tips & Tricks
We are excited to announce the next installment of the monthly Employee Development Series: Technology Tips & Tricks with Kara McElwrath on February 26 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
The 18th Annual CARE Award
- The Chancellor’s Award to Recognize Excellence in Civil Service
The 22nd Annual CAPE Award
- The Chancellor’s Academic Professional Excellence Award
Four Additional Staff Awards:
- Orion Award (for impact on students)
- Polaris Award (for staff leadership)
- Nova Award (for new employees)
- Sirius Award (for shining attitude and performance)
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.
As part of the university’s NorthStar strategic visioning initiative, the University is announcing a Voluntary Separation Plan (UIS-VSP) available for all employees who have an appointment greater than 50% FTE and who have not provided a written notice of resignation or intent to retire from UIS prior to the Plan Effective Date.
Note: The information below is regarding the 2025 Voluntary Separation Plan. Details on the 2026 plan will be shared in January 2026.
Employee Development Series: Meet HR
Join us from 9-10 a.m. Jan. 22 in the Student Union Ballroom for our next Employee Development Series: Meet HR.
At this event, there will be an opportunity to hear organizational updates happening within Human Resources and at UIS, followed by a Q&A session at the end.
Questions?
Contact the Office of Human Resources
(217) 206-6652
In the January HR Newsletter we see the first installment of the 2025 Development Series, we give a warm welcome to the new Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources, you can register for the RISE Professional Development Retreat, we are increasing the number of New Employee Orientation sessions, and we have a reminder of the new partnership with Academic Impressions.
Dear Colleagues,
The Springfield area is forecasted to receive its first significant snowfall Sunday through Monday. The university does not anticipate any changes to campus operations; however, this is the time of year to reacclimate ourselves with UIS’ inclement weather procedures.
As a matter of policy, UIS does not close due to inclement weather except under the most extraordinary conditions. However, periods of inclement weather often result in conditions that make travel difficult and at times hazardous.
Information for Employees:

