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Cristina La is in a lab. She is holding a sample in a small silver container. There are more silver containers in front of her and a colleague is seen in the background.

(Above) Cristina La, who recently earned her master’s degree from SIU Carbondale, shows off samples in the lab. (Photo by Russell Bailey). (Middle) La and her teammates collect samples. (Photo courtesy of Robert Miller from ICF International). (Below) A smelt is smaller than a human’s palm. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)

SIU grad’s research illuminates pollution threats to endangered Calif. fish

The Sacramento Deep Water Ship Channel was still and quiet as the boat cut through the morning fog. For Cristina La, then a graduate student at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, this was the moment she had been preparing for over months of planning and lab work. Somewhere below the boat swam the last remaining stronghold of California’s delta smelt — a tiny, silvery fish whose decline has become a warning signal for the entire Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta ecosystem.

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Outside image of SImmons Law School at SIU Carbondale.

Conference at SIU to feature international experts in complex trauma

Internationally known experts in the field of complex trauma and dissociation will be the featured speakers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s second annual Trauma Training Conference, set for Oct. 10-11.

Get free tickets now for SIU’s Mountainfilm on Tour set for Sept. 26

The popular Mountainfilm on Tour is returning to Carbondale Sept. 26, courtesy of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Recreational Sports and Services.

A woman, dressed in a black shirt and bold black eyeliner, plays a clarinet. Other musicians are seen around her.

SIU Concert Choir and Wind Ensemble to present ‘Classics’ on Oct. 1

From tunes born during the American Revolution to an arrangement of songwriting genius Bob Dylan’s music, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Concert Choir and Wind Ensemble will present “Classics” at Shryock Auditorium in a free performance at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1.

Sharp Museum curator shows off a ceramics exhibit.

SIU’s Sharp Museum’s new exhibitions highlight diversity in photographs, ceramics

A ceramics exhibition from 49 former artists-in-residence with the New Harmony Clay Project and a series of photographs highlighting Southern Illinois residents by Southern Illinois University Carbondale alumnus Paul Elledge are among the Sharp Museum’s four new exhibitions this fall.

A group of law and medical students are seated in a room, having a discussion. On the wall behind them it reads Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School.

SIU first-year law, medical school students collaborate on professional responsibility

More than 250 Southern Illinois University Carbondale first-year professional students confronted and discussed current ethical legal and medical issues together at the SIU Simmons Law School.

Hands are shaping clay on a pottery wheel.

Arts and crafts activities galore await at SIU’s Craft Shop this fall

A diverse array of workshops, walk-in individual and group activities, private arts and crafts lessons and more are available this fall at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Craft Shop, and everyone is welcome.

Two men play guitars at an outdoor concert. Another musician is visible in the background. They are surrounded by green foliage.

Save the dates for this fall’s coming attractions at SIU’s Touch of Nature

Four exciting events are coming to Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center this fall, so save the dates and make plans now.

Support SIU students affected by breast cancer by buying Saluki Strength apparel

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is continuing its campaign to raise awareness and fight breast cancer while providing valuable support to students impacted by the disease.

A woman works on making her own loteria (bingo) card for Hispanic Heritage Month.

SIU celebrates 2025 Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, beginning Sept. 15

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is recognizing Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with a variety of special events, including guest speakers, a scavenger hunt, workshops, interactive activities, dancing and more.

SIU’s Simon Institute announces 2025 student scholarship recipients

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute is providing scholarships to SIU students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership and a commitment to public service.

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SIU’s Sharp Museum exhibition, Sept. 12 lecture highlights women photojournalists

Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Evelyn Hockstein will be the guest speaker as the notable work of women photojournalists is highlighted in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum this fall.

SIU receives grant to boost support for first-generation students

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is one of just 26 universities across the country to receive a First-Generation College Celebration initiative grant.