If you are a student with a documented temporary or ongoing disability in need of academic accommodations, please contact the Office of Disability Services at 217-206-6666.

Disabilities may include, but are not limited to: Psychological, Health, Learning, Sensory, Mobility, ADHD, TBI and Autism Spectrum Disorder.  In some cases, accommodations are also available for shorter term disabling conditions such as severe medical situations.  Accommodations are based upon underlying medical and cognitive conditions and may include, but are not limited to: extended time for tests and quizzes, distraction free environment for tests and quizzes, a note taker, interpreter and FM devices.

Students who have made a request for an academic accommodation that has been reviewed and approved by the ODS will receive an accommodation letter which should be provided by the student to the instructor as soon as possible, preferably in the first week of class.

Courses may require monitored or proctored assessments. View test proctoring information and prices.

The UIS policy on Academic Integrity states, in part: “Academic integrity is at the heart of the university’s commitment to academic excellence. The UIS community strives to communicate and support clear standards of integrity, so that undergraduate and graduate students can internalize those standards and carry them forward in their personal and professional lives. Living a life with integrity prepares students to assume leadership roles in their communities as well as in their chosen profession. Alumni can be proud of their education and the larger society will benefit from the University’s contribution to the development of ethical leaders. Violations of academic integrity demean the violator, degrade the learning process, deflate the meaning of grades, discredit the accomplishments of past and present students, and tarnish the reputation of the university for all its members.”

Academic sanctions range from a warning to expulsion from the university, depending on the severity of your violation and your history of violations. Whatever the sanction, I will file a report of academic dishonesty to the Office of the Provost.

As a student, you are responsible for understanding and complying with the UIS Academic Integrity Policy.

Academic dishonesty in an online learning environment may include the following scenarios:

• Having a tutor or friend complete a portion of your assignments
• Having a reviewer make extensive revisions to an assignment
• Copying work submitted by another student to a public class meeting
• Using information from online information services without proper citation
• Posting any work as your own that has been written by another author(s)

From time to time, it is common for students to experience a range of issues that may have an impact on their academic performance, social development, and emotional wellbeing. These may include stress and time management, depression or mood changes, excessive worry, substance/alcohol misuse, interferences in eating or sleep, relationship issues, or other personal/emotional concerns. The UIS Counseling Center offers a variety of confidential services including individual (in person and remote) and group counseling, crisis intervention (including after hours), and specialized screenings. Students who have paid the Health and Counseling fee will receive services at no additional charge; exclusively online students have not paid the fee and should reach out to the counseling center for service options. If you or someone you know experiences any of the above mental health concerns, we strongly encourage you to contact the UIS Counseling Center or visit any of the resources provided below. Getting help is a smart and courageous thing to do for yourself and for those who care about you. 

• UIS Counseling Center: Call (217) 206-7122
• Crisis Text Line: Text Home to 741741 to connect with a volunteer crisis counselor
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988 to talk to someone now

Undergraduate courses participate in the Prairie Flag Alert System, an early intervention system designed to enable academic success, student persistence, and graduation. When an instructor observes student behaviors or concerns that may impede academic success, the instructor may raise an alert flag that 1) notifies the student of the concern, 2) requests an individual contact to discuss the issue, and 3) in most cases, also refers the student to the academic advisor. If you receive an email notification of a Prairie Flag alert, initiated through our Advise U platform, it is your responsibility to contact the instructor as soon as possible to discuss the issue. The purpose of the contact is to determine how best to address the issue, accurately assess its potential impact on your academic success, and to plan actions to prevent negative consequences and enable academic success. For more information about the Prairie Flag system, contact your academic advisor.

On rare occasions, the university cancels classes because of inclement weather.  If circumstances are harsh and the university decides to cancel, an announcement should be made by 6 a.m. or 3 p.m.  Check the UIS website or listen to WUIS 91.9 FM for the latest information.  Road conditions can vary greatly within the UIS region, some students have longer drives than others, and some drivers are more skilled at dealing with inclement weather than are others.  Please do not drive if you conclude that the weather makes it dangerous for you to do so, but please let your instructor know of your decision.