Important Commencement Info!
Why am I Receiving This Communication?
You have been approved to participate in Commencement because you submitted an online intent to participate. Congratulations! You’ve done everything necessary up to this point, but there is one more step… YOU MUST ARRIVE ON TIME TO COMMENCEMENT! Keep reading and pay special attention to the information below.
When/Where Is Commencement?
Event to celebrate Japanese maples donation scheduled for April 30 at UIS
Gale Myers is the owner of Davidsan’s Japanese Maples. She is retiring and has closed the business which owns thousands of Japanese maple trees. Myers is gifting the trees to Springfield locations including the University of Illinois Springfield.
Myers and Dr. Jonathan GoldbergBelle, who is the director of the UIS Study Away Program, spoke to Community Voices about the donation to UIS and an event on April 30 to celebrate the trees and Japanese culture.
Janet L. Gooch introduced as the new UIS Chancellor
Janet L. Gooch, the newly named University of Illinois Springfield Chancellor Designate and Vice President Designate of the University of Illinois, was welcomed to campus on April 19, 2022, during an introductory event in the Student Union Ballroom. Gooch will officially take over as the leader of UIS on July 1.
Gooch is currently the the executive vice president for academic affairs and provost at Truman State University. Learn more about her history and accomplishments.
Last Chance to Purchase a Cap and Gown
Your last chance to purchase a cap and gown for Commencement is quickly approaching! A black cap and gown is mandatory to participate in ceremonies.
Purchase in Person: Supplies are Limited
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