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Chancellor's UIS Updates
News
Jan 23, 2023
1.23.23
Good morning, colleagues:
The spring semester is off to a great start! I spent time last week representing UIS with colleagues and students at…
Jan 17, 2023
1.17.23
Dear Colleagues:
Last semester, I announced that, in response to the recommendations from the Underrepresented Faculty Recruitment and Retention…
Jan 11, 2023
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees along with University of Illinois System President Timothy L. Killeen cordially invite you and a guest…
Jan 09, 2023
1.9.23
Happy New Year, UIS!
I hope each of you had a relaxing and healthy winter break and are feeling revived for an exciting spring semester. We have…
Jan 06, 2023
1.6.23
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff —
It’s my pleasure to announce the appointment of Dr. Linda M. Delene as UIS interim provost/vice chancellor for…
Jan 05, 2023
1.5.23
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff —
Following President Killeen’s announcement regarding the system’s Spring 2023 COVID-19 approach, I want to…