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Ryan Bye is the Director Strategy and Partnerships for the Office of the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs.
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Chancellor’s Thinkers Series - A Call to Think: On Common Ground
Please save the date for our next Chancellor’s Thinkers Series - A Call To Think: On Common Ground. Chancellor Gooch will be joined by Matt Van Vossen and Ryan Melchin, Class of 2011 UIS Graduates. Matt and Ryan will discuss how they navigated diverse leadership roles on campus, including leading the college democrats and republicans while sharing a dorm room. Matt and Ryan exemplify respect for differences and the power of finding common ground.
Greetings Campus Colleagues,
I am very pleased to announce that Zafrul Amin has accepted the position to serve as our next Director of International Student Services! Zafrul's first day at UIS is February 24.
Summer and Fall Graduate Celebration
Faculty and staff are cordially invited to our Summer and Fall Graduate Celebration!
- 3 to 5 p.m.
- Monday, December 9
- Student Union Pre-Function Area
Come celebrate and extend your well wishes to our summer and fall graduates! There will be refreshments, a UIS swag raffle and opportunities to connect with alumni, the Career Development Center and International Student Services.
Official UIS News
UIS launches Prairie Star Family Connect Portal to enhance communication with families
The University of Illinois Springfield has introduced the Prairie Star Family Connect portal, a new online platform designed to strengthen the connection between UIS and families of prospective and current students. This innovative tool is part of the university’s ongoing commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community.
Lighting of the Colonnade
The 10th annual lighting of the Colonnade will happen at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 15. Cookies and cocoa will be served at 5:15 p.m., followed by the lighting of the Colonnade by the Chancellor and SGA president.
If you can't attend in person, watch via Zoom.
Assessment & Reporting
Student Affairs Assessment & Reporting
The Division of Student Affairs at the University of Illinois Springfield fosters a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes student success, lifelong learning, and growth and development through comprehensive services and leadership opportunities. Assessment is a key tool that helps ensure we are making strategic efforts to impact the student experience at UIS!
The start of a new academic year is an exciting but sometimes overwhelming experience for new students, especially when it comes to finding yourself, getting involved, establishing a community and excelling in your classes. At the University of Illinois Springfield, there are many opportunities available that will allow you to engage with your peers, develop meaningful connections and access resources that will help you shine as our newest Prairie Star. Curious to know how you can find your community at UIS? We have solutions!
Fall Welcome is looking for volunteers to staff Welcome Tables at various locations on campus for the first few days of classes to help direct students and guests, provide answers to common questions, and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.
Please contact Mary Umbarger, mumbarg2@uis.edu, with any questions.
Help new first year students become better acquainted with campus and your department by hosting a breakout session during New Student Welcome from August 21-22.