A Message to our UIS Community
8.16.24
Dear Faculty and Staff —
Welcome to a new academic year at UIS and to our newest faculty and staff colleagues. I know many of us are embracing Fall semester with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and excitement, and I hope this year is both personally and professionally fulfilling for each of you as you seize every opportunity to make a difference in our students’ lives.
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McKenna Vereeke
What was your overall UIS experience like? Did you participate in any clubs or activities while attending UIS?
Right off the bat I was participating in the UIS Orchestra Program, Psychology Club, Camerata Program, and the Honors Program. As the months went by I started to establish who I was as a musician, student, mentor, leader, and friend. I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to work closely with my professors and help develop the Camerata music program from a simple ensemble group to a close-knit team of friends and collaborators.
Priyanka Deo named UIS Director of Student Media
Priyanka Deo
Priyanka Deo, a University of 山 Springfield alumni with distinguished credentials as a media and communications professional, has been named UIS’ new director of student media, over
Aug. 22: Faculty & Staff Kickoff Meeting, Convocation and Party!
We have an exciting opportunity Thursday, Aug. 22, to start off the new semester with some intentional time together as colleagues followed by a new first-year student convocation celebration. Please mark your calendars and don’t forget to wear your UIS blue!
The schedule includes: