Two SIU profs among Illinois’ top innovators
Two faculty members from Southern Illinois University Carbondale today (Aug. 17) received statewide awards for innovation at the 2022 STEAM Expo at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield.
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Scott D. Hamilton-Brehm and Lahiru Jayakody, second and third from left, received statewide awards for innovation at the 2022 STEAM Expo at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. The two researchers, both faculty in the School of Biological Sciences, were named Innovators of the Year by the Illinois Innovation Network. Here they are pictured with other members of an SIU research team, including, from left, Ken Anderson, Gayan L. Aruma Baduge, Poopalasingam Sivakumar and Matt McCarroll. (Photo by Russell Bailey)
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Saluki Pride: Sharon Hagene provides effective leadership as Extended Campus business manager
As the senior business manager for SIU’s Extended Campus, Sharon Hagene gives new meaning to the term multitasking, handling a variety of jobs very capably while creating a pleasant work environment, her colleagues say.
SIU School of Law expands footprint to the Metro East
Beginning this month, third-year law school students will participate in the inaugural Metro East Criminal Justice Clinic at the Southwestern Illinois Justice and Workforce Development Campus in Belleville, the former Lindenwood University campus.
SIU celebrating Diversity Week with John Quiñones, awards and other activities
Juan Manuel “John” Quiñones, ABC News correspondent, journalist and longtime host of “What Would You Do?” will be the keynote speaker as Southern Illinois University Carbondale celebrates Diversity Week Aug. 29 to Sept. 2.
Free tickets for Mountainfilm on Tour, coming to Carbondale courtesy of SIU
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is bringing “Mountainfilm on Tour,” a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, inspiring documentary films to Carbondale on Sept. 30.
SIU University Museum seeks submissions from women artists
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s University Museum is accepting applications for an upcoming exhibition showcasing the creations of women artists in the Southern Illinois region.
Saluki Pride: Library Affairs IT manager Richard Beach focuses on customer service
As information technology manager for Library Affairs, Richard Beach said one of the most rewarding aspects of his job is working with students to expose them to new technology.
New Arts Jazztet will perform Sunday
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SIU welcomes students to back to campus, announces upcoming events
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will roll out the maroon carpet to welcome new and returning students to campus in grand Saluki style with a host of special activities during Saluki Startup and Weeks of Welcome.
MVCC, SIU Carbondale leaders sign Saluki Step Ahead agreement offering new opportunities for students
Southern Illinois University Carbondale strengthened its commitment to students with agreements to provide an SIU education to qualified place-bound students who attend Moraine Valley Community College.
SIU’s 2nd Saluki BioBlitz enlists citizen-scientists to survey wildlife on campus
Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the surrounding community are about to find out more about their wildlife “neighbors” as a researcher prepares a second public survey of the flora and fauna populating campus.
Former Australian foreign minister to present at SIU’s Paul Simon Institute
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Register now for SIU’s Rocky Ledges 5K/10K Trail Run
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