Recent SIU News

[SIUC] December 11, 2024

Perseverance is in Earl Henderson’s DNA. That “never-give-up” attitude will be rewarded when the 72-year-old man from Virginia Beach, Virginia, receives his Southern Illinois University Carbondale bachelor’s degree in organizational learning, innovation and development (OLID).

[51��׻��] December 10, 2024

51��׻�� men's soccer is once again well represented on the North All-Region teams as announced today by the United Soccer Coaches. Rob Gjelaj (First Team), Nic Muench (Second Team) and Yasha Schaerer (Second Team) have each been selected. Gjelaj's selection makes the second straight year 51��׻�� has had a first team pick. He is the eighth first team...

[51��׻��] December 10, 2024

Christopher Cooper Sr., Jasmeen Finn and Jurre Loveless Apply their Education in their 51��׻�� Jobs With their commitment to assisting students to advance academically, it is not surprising that these staff members, working in a program designed to empower students, are doing the same. Three employees of Southern Illinois University...

[SIUC] December 10, 2024

Carla Martínez Machain, a political science professor at the University of Buffalo and a leading authority on the American military, will join Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute on Thursday, Dec. 12, for a virtual discussion on the power and pervasiveness of the nation’s military.

[SIUC] December 10, 2024

Two doctoral students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale are trying to learn more about the gray fox, a local cousin of the more prevalent red variety whose ghostly presence still haunts the area.

[51��׻��] December 09, 2024

Recently, URCA student and third year environmental science major Emma Prott spent time on the Rio Grande along with Adriana Martinez, PhD, Full Professor in Geography & GIS and Environmental Sciences at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Martinez is continuing her research along the Texas border, and enlisted the assistance of Prott...

[SIUC] December 09, 2024

Focused and driven. Those characteristics have served Southern Illinois University Carbondale linguistics senior Noah Clark quite well during his time on campus.

[SIUC] December 09, 2024

The academic achievements of nearly 1,600 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students will be celebrated at fall 2024 commencement exercises on Saturday, Dec. 14, at Banterra Center.

[51��׻��] December 07, 2024

As Seen on Socials covers 51��׻�� Stories and Events You Don't Want to Miss! Southern Illinois University Edwardsville holds its commencement exercises on Dec. 13 and 14. The 51��׻�� social media team is sharing highlights from early graduation celebrations in honor of Gateway, international students, military and veteran, and affinity groups. The...

[51��׻��] December 06, 2024

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s faculty and research centers shined bright at the 2024 SIU Technology and Innovation Expo (TIE), held Thursday, Dec. 5 at the Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The event featured presentations with cutting-edge research and innovation across...

[51��׻��] December 06, 2024

Two Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Department of History professors were consulted in the writing of the Wall Street Journal’s article, “America’s Role Reversal: Working-Class Blacks Make Gains While Whites Fall Back.” Jeffrey Manuel, PhD, and Jason Stacy, PhD, were consulted about the...

[51��׻��] December 06, 2024

International Storyteller, Educator and Author Brings African American and African Folklore Traditions to Life With a cast of voices, an assortment of sounds and a body in motion, the award-winning, international storyteller and author Bobby Norfolk masterfully weaved a web of tales, folklore and history around his audience on...

[51��׻��] December 05, 2024

The Edwardsville Intelligencer covered the annual Turkey Trot 5k fundraiser in the recent article “Turkey Trot brings out more than 1,700 runners to 51��׻�� campus.” On Thanksgiving morning, a crowd of runners gathered on Lot F, the starting line on the campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. After a Kids...

[51��׻��] December 05, 2024

Hands, hearts, squares and inspirational, call-to-action messages make up the colorful quilt, created in part, by students in the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville East St. Louis Center’s Project Success Program. The completed quilt was unveiled to the public on Tuesday, Nov. 26 in the Multipurpose Room on the Wyvetter...

[SIUC] December 05, 2024

Edward M. Benyas, professor emeritus of oboe and conducting in the Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music, will receive a Distinguished Service Award following approval by the SIU Board of Trustees today (Dec. 5). Benyas is one of five individuals recommended by SIU Carbondale Chancellor Austin A. Lane for honorary degrees and distinguished service awards.

[51��׻��] December 04, 2024

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM) announced a new memorandum of understanding agreement with the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, providing educational opportunities and holistic support for GSEM active girl members. This memorandum of understanding marks the fourth agreement in the past eight months to be included as part of the...

[SIUC] December 04, 2024

The School of Applied Engineering and Technology in the College of Engineering, Computing, Technology and Mathematics at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is cooperating with a local electronics manufacturer to train potential workers.

[SIUC] December 04, 2024

The School of Applied Engineering and Technology in the College of Engineering, Computing, Technology and Mathematics at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is cooperating with a local electronics manufacturer to educate workers.

[SIUC] December 03, 2024

The newest group of graduates from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Teacher Education Programs (TEP) will be recognized during a special pinning ceremony at 5 p.m. Dec. 11 at Shryock Auditorium.

[51��׻��] December 02, 2024

The environmental and water recourses engineering faculty members of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Civil Engineering Department organized the 2024 Mid-American Environmental Engineering Conference (MAEEC) on October 19 at 51��׻��. Graduate students and their faculty advisors attended a...

[51��׻��] December 02, 2024

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s student publication, took home 33 awards from the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP)/College Media Association Convention in New Orleans. Among their numerous awards, The Alestle won the Associated Collegiate Press Best of Show first place trophy for four-year schools with...

[51��׻��] December 02, 2024

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ (IEEE) St. Louis Section Blackbox competition was held on October 26 at Washington University in St. Louis. Participants from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri University of Science and Technology, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of...

[51��׻��] December 02, 2024

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville hosted its third annual Future Teacher Conference on November 15. This event welcomed nearly 300 high school students aspiring to be teachers. The Future Teacher Conference has grown from 100 attendees in its first year to nearly 300 this year, reflecting the rising interest in educational careers as well...

[SIUC] December 02, 2024

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Showcase on Dec. 5 will celebrate the region’s newest innovators, inventors and entrepreneurs. Everyone is invited.

[SIUC] December 02, 2024

Several Southern Illinois University Carbondale students may be making their first visit to campus and the region on Saturday, Dec. 7, as a part of their coursework toward an online Master of Architecture degree.

[51��׻��] November 30, 2024

This Native American/Indigenous Heritage Month, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville unveiled an encased display of indigenous art during the University’s presentation of its Land Acknowledgement. The art, created by alumna Susan Bostwick, MFA, and husband and wife artists Kilan Jacobs (Osage) and Mary...

[51��׻��] November 29, 2024

During this fall semester Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has been the location for a number of groundbreaking initiatives and important dialogues involving state and federal officials. News coverage throughout the region has featured these events on both Edwardsville and Alton campuses. Gubernatorial Tour in Alton On November 14,...

[51��׻��] November 28, 2024

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is proud to announce the appointment of Sydney Greenwalt, PhD, as Director of Counseling Services. Greenwalt begins her role on December 16. Rony Die, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, selected Greenwalt following an extensive national search. “We are thrilled...

[SIUC] November 27, 2024

Space weather, and its connections to the Earth and sun, is the topic of the next talk in a series at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, focused on the sun and the major role it plays in the lives of humans.

[51��׻��] November 26, 2024

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate School is pleased to announce the fall 2024 Research Grants for Graduate Students (RGGS) award recipients.The awards, valued at up to $500 each, support the research and creative activities of 41 graduate students studying in the College of Arts and Sciences and Schools of Pharmacy,...

[SIUC] November 26, 2024

If you’re looking for special gifts for friends, family or yourself this holiday season, you won’t want to miss the 46th annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale in the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Student Center Dec. 5-7.

[SIUC] November 26, 2024

Political science professor and author Lindsey Cormack will join Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute on Tuesday, Dec. 3, for a virtual discussion on parents’ roles in teaching civic education to their children.

[51��׻��] November 25, 2024

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville celebrated International Education Week (IEW) beginning with the Flag Ceremony which opened up the festivities on Monday, Nov. 18. IEW, a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State, aims to observe the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide....

[SIUC] November 25, 2024

A team of Southern Illinois University Carbondale business students is preparing for what they hope will be a second national championship. Just getting to nationals is quite a feat, accomplished by besting some impressive competition at the Deloitte FanTAXtic Case Competition regional contest. FanTAXtic asks students to present solutions to a realistic business challenge and address the business and tax implications.

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