5.13.24
Happy Monday—
We did it! We completed another successful academic year at UIS. Thank you to everyone who helped at or attended Commencement. It was amazing to see all the happy faces of graduates, their families and friends. To continue the celebratory atmosphere, I hope to see you in the Student Union Ballroom from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today for our End of Academic Year Party. Thank you to Human Resources for planning the festivities.Â
4.29.24
Good morning,
4.15.24
Happy Monday—
Springfest is one of our longest and most loved traditions, and it starts today! Festivities will kick off with a Scavenger Hunt tonight at 8 p.m. Later in the week, you can look forward to cheering on our students at Springfest Trivia, Flag and Chant and Mud Tug-of-War. Thanks to everyone who helped organize this special week and to employees who are volunteering as judges. It’s an exciting time for our students.
4.1.24
Hello, UIS—
3.29.2024
Dear Colleagues & Students:
I am pleased to announce the Board of Trustees has approved the following faculty for sabbatical leave during academic year 2024-2025:
Fall 2024
- Cheng-Chia (Brian) Chen
- Ahmad Jumah
- Hanfu Mi
- Mohammed Mohi Uddin
- Yun Zhao
Spring 2025
- Kristi Barnwell
- Michael Burlingame
- Amy McEuen
- John Transue
Sincerely,
Janet
Janet L. Gooch, PhD
Chancellor
3.18.24
Hello, Prairie Stars:
3.4.24
Happy Monday, UIS!
2.26.24
Good afternoon!
Thank you to all faculty and staff who registered for Friday’s Rise Professional Development Retreat. Below are three things to know to help support a successful event.
2.19.24
Good morning, UIS!
The snowfall at the end of last week is a good reminder that winter is still with us. Thank you to our Facilities and Services employees, who we rely on in the worst conditions to clear roads, parking lots and sidewalks to help us safely work and learn. We’re only one month away from the first day of spring — not that I’m counting!
Dear Colleagues —
As part of our ongoing Rise initiative, our leadership team is hosting a Spring Employee Information Session from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 22 in the Student Union Ballroom.

