缅北禁地 UIS Strategic Communication
We lead strategic organizational communication, marketing, media and digital efforts to promote the university鈥檚 mission and enhance its reputation.
Media Strategy
Serves as the university鈥檚 official voice through traditional media relations and social media integration.
Marketing & Brand Strategy
Develops data-driven, comprehensive strategies and omni-channel marketing campaigns for all areas of the university.
Web & Digital Strategy
Oversees and maintains鈥痶he UIS.edu website and鈥疷IS mobile app and designs, programs and develops web-accessible, user-focused鈥痺ebsites that follow industry best practices.鈥�
Campus Services
Provides comprehensive solutions for professional graphic design, printing and mailing projects.
Web and Digital Strategy Updates
Website Impact Report
We achieved several key initiatives in FY25 on uis.edu and the UIS mobile app, enhancing the overall experience for visitors and content editors. These improvements strengthened accessibility, usability, transparency and the ability to find information. View our FY25 Website Impact Report for details on featured projects and website stats.
Report an Issue
We are asking for your assistance to identify any issues you may encounter with the mobile app or UIS website. If you notice formatting problems, performance issues, or anything that affects the user experience, please report it promptly. This will help us maintain a seamless experience for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
New dynamic program page stats:
2,313 conversions/clicks to apply
FY25 Web Impact Report
220,067 views (up 41%)
89,957 users (up 36%)
Media Strategy Updates
Social Media Squad
Media Strategy launched the 鈥淪ocial Media Squad,鈥� a volunteer group of students who help create content and appear in @UISedu posts highlighting campus life. Their goal is to showcase the student experience and share authentic stories that support UIS鈥� recruitment efforts.
Subscribe to 'UIS in the News'
Subscribe to our daily news summary which is delivered to your inbox and highlights UIS mentions in radio, TV and newspaper stories.
Stay Connected with #UISedu
Follow us on social media for the latest updates, exciting events and inspiring stories from our community. Don鈥檛 miss out鈥攍et鈥檚 get social!
Marketing and Brand Strategy Updates
Update your Professional Headshot
All faculty and staff are invited to an open photo session to update their professional photo for free. Photos can be used for department websites, the campus directory, speaking engagements, conferences, etc. The Strategic Communications photo studio is in the (BSB 95).
Open Studio Sessions are Tuesday, October 14 from 12:00 鈥� 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, October 15, 9:00 a.m. 鈥� 1:00 p.m. Each session will take two to three minutes. The next opportunity for portraits is in Spring 2026.
TikTok: lead advertising channel driving visits to UIS.edu in September
Enrollment Campaign Launch
The annual recruitment marketing campaign for 2025鈥�26 has launched, in partnership with the Office of Admission. The campaign showcases UIS through authentic storytelling and a layered, strategic media approach that highlights the university鈥檚 strengths and unique student experiences. This campaign includes a wide range of tactics designed to reach students where they are and inspire them to explore their future at UIS.
Prairie Perspectives
Did you know UIS has a blog? It鈥檚 called Prairie Perspectives and it鈥檚 published every two weeks. Check out our latest blogs below.
What is Dorm Disease? Tips for Staying Healthy at UIS
"Even with the best habits, everyone gets sick sometimes. Fortunately, UIS has the right resources to help you recover and stay on track."
Let Your Light Shine: How Introverts Can Thrive at UIS
"We pride ourselves on working with all students to tailor programs, events and activities that make everyone feel welcome."
Employee Communication Resources
UIS Update
Semimonthly newsletter from the Chancellor for faculty and staff.
Review the publication schedule or submit ideas for content.
Orbit
UIS employee news hub for important announcements, human resources info, links to campus services, upcoming employee events and more.
Read the latest news and post your own content.
UIS Mobile App
All-in-one access to academic platforms, safety notifications, news and events, swipe door access and other resources.
Download the app today.
Events
- 10/14, 12-4:30 p.m. Open Portrait Studio Sessions, BSB 95
- 10/15, 9-1 p.m. Open Portrait Studio Sessions, BSB 95
- 10/15, 2-3 p.m. Web Editor Training, virtual
- 10/16, 3-4:30 p.m. Fall Employee Information Session, Brookens Auditorium
- 10/22, Noon SECA Bingo, Student Union Ballroom
- SAVE THE DATE: 12/3, 5-7:15 p.m. Chancellor's Thinkers Series: We're all in this Together, Student Union Ballroom
Gold Stars
Photographs from 2020 by Clay Stalter, senior photographer, were included in "COVID Stories," a monthlong series of exhibits, staged readings and a lecture reflecting on the human impact of the pandemic. The exhibit will be on display until Oct. 23 in the SIU School of Medicine library. Learn more about this event.
Contact
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