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Sep 26, 2023
UIS Colleagues:
Recently, the University Senates Conference put together an educational document designed to inform University of Illinois System employees about the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and the UIS…
Sep 26, 2023
The UIS English Department mourns the passing of Professor Ethan Lewis, emeritus faculty member who retired in 2021 after a distinguished 29-year career at UIS. He was a beloved teacher who inspired students to…
Sep 21, 2023
UIS is committed to protecting minors that visit campus so they can enjoy the wonderful events and programs our community offers. For departments that want to offer programs to minors, our Protection of Minors page has…
Sep 20, 2023
The UIS Police Department presents training classes on ways to minimize your risk during an active shooter / active threat incident. The next class will be on Thursday, October 5th, at 10:00am in Brookens Auditorium.…
Aug 22, 2025
8.22.25
Dear UIS Community —
Welcome to the start of the fall semester. Today marks the 55th first day of classes since this university welcomed its first students in 1970. It is a moment to celebrate our history and look ahead to the future…
Jul 21, 2025
Dear Colleagues:
I am pleased to announce the following faculty have been reappointed, in accordance with the Faculty Personnel Policy governing second- and fourth-year review of probationary faculty at UIS.
2nd Year Reappointment
Brandon…
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