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Apr 03, 2023
The UIS community is invited to presentations by our two College of Health, Science and Technology (CHST) Inaugural Dean finalists on April 3 and April 5. Finalist CVs are included below. A link to the confidential…
Mar 31, 2023
UIS Community, We wanted to send out a quick reminder about the importance of being prepared, as severe weather is forecasted for our area later today. While notification systems are in place to send out…
Mar 31, 2023
Tornado Watch TORNADO WATCHNWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN, OK11:45 AM CDT FRI, MAR, 31 2023 TORNADO WATCH 93 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8:00 PM CDT FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS…
Mar 27, 2023
Dear UIS Colleagues, UIS Commencement 2023 is rapidly approaching, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this year’s Commencement Ceremonies memorable for our students. On Saturday, May 13, UIS will…
Dec 09, 2025
12.9.25 Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, As the holiday season draws near, I have been reflecting on what makes me proud to be a Prairie Star. It is not just our accomplishments, though we have many to celebrate. It is the spirit of this…
Chancellor Gooch
Janet L. Gooch, Ph.D.
Chancellor
Dec 04, 2025
December 2025 From Provost Schwab Greetings, As we approach the end of the fall semester, I want to send a note of appreciation to all members of the UIS community for all you do. Over the Thanksgiving break I had a chance to reflect on…
Brandon Schwab
Brandon Schwab, Ph.D.
Provost

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