SIU Today - October 31, 2016

Deadline for Fellow applications is Nov. 14 

The application deadline for two Fellow opportunities in the Office of Associate Provost for Academic Programs for the spring 2017 semester is Nov. 14.  More


Grant funds training for small produce growers, food processors 

The guidebook to new regulations under the Food Safety Modernization Act is a weighty tome -- at least 500 pages. Ruplal Choudhary, associate professor of plant, soil and agricultural systems, is mastering the material to help small-scale produce growers and food processors in Southern Illinois more easily comply. More


Fiscal year 2018 holiday schedule set 

The official schedule of holidays recognized for the 2018 fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2017, is available here.


Nov. 5 drive to benefit Saluki Food Pantry 

The Saluki Food Pantry will be the beneficiary of a food drive at the Nov. 5 Saluki football game. More


State employee contribution drive deadline is Wednesday 

The deadline for university employees to contribute to the State and University Employees Combined Appeal (SECA) charity of their choice is Wednesday, Nov. 2. More


CAStLE sessions set for November 

There are two Conversations About Student Learning and Engagement (CAStle) scheduled for November. More


Pheasant hunt planned for area’s veterans 

For the first time, veterans from throughout the region will be able to enjoy a controlled pheasant hunt courtesy of the university’s Veteran Adventures. More


School of Music plans Nov. 2 ‘Brass Night’ 

If it’s brass, bring it. More

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