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Chancellor's UIS Updates

News

Sep 11, 2023
9.11.23 Dear Colleagues — I am thrilled to share the amazing news that our university’s enrollment this semester is up 11 percent over Fall 2022…
Sep 05, 2023
9.5.23 Happy Tuesday! I hope you enjoyed the holiday weekend and the official last “hurrah” of summer. The past two weeks have been filled with…
Aug 30, 2023
8.30.23 Dear Colleagues: Time is running out to register for our first Professional Development Retreat for Civil Service/Academic Professional staff…
Aug 25, 2023
8.25.23 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff — Happy first day of classes! Whether you are with us on campus or joining us online this semester, I hope you…
Aug 21, 2023
In alignment with UIS’ commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, the Access & Equity Office is taking steps to help the campus community…
Aug 21, 2023
8.21.23 Happy Monday, UIS! I hope you enjoyed the last few weeks of summer break! One of my highlights was spending some time at the Illinois State Fair…