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Chancellor's UIS Updates
News
Dec 02, 2024
12.2.24
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,
As the holiday season draws near, I鈥檓 reminded of the many things that make UIS so special鈥攐ur traditions, our鈥�
Nov 25, 2024
11.25.24
It is hard to believe the holidays start this week! I鈥檒l be enjoying time with my family, and I hope you have a chance to enjoy some well-deserved鈥�
Nov 20, 2024
Dear Faculty and Staff 鈥�
The following announcement regarding 2025 Commencement was sent to students via email this afternoon.
11.20.24
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Nov 18, 2024
11.18.24
Dear Faculty and Staff,
I am excited to introduce a new website for our strategic visioning initiative, NorthStar.
NorthStar is our鈥�
Nov 11, 2024
11.11.24
Happy Veterans Day to the individuals in our campus community who have served our country. We appreciate your sacrifices for the wellbeing of our鈥�
Nov 01, 2024
11.1.24
Dear UIS Community,
As we approach Election Day, Nov. 5, I want to emphasize the importance of being prepared to participate in our democracy by鈥�