(Above) Avery Burleson, Reagan Basso and Briea Dobbs (from left) make a presentation to SSIF on behalf of its industrials sector team. (Middle) SSIF members extensively research and study to invest wisely. (Below) The 2024-25 Saluki Student Investment Fund team. (Photos by Russell Bailey)
Not just any college student can brag about making millions, but Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Saluki Student Investment Fund members have proven their expertise as their portfolio hit a record high above the $4 million mark recently.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s online business and administration program has earned national recognition for excellence, claiming a spot for the first time on the U.S. News and World Report 2025 Best Online Programs rankings released today (Jan. 21). SIU’s online business and administration program is within the top 25%, tied for No. 54.
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois will discuss his time in Congress and a few of his signature legislative achievements when he presents the Hiram H. Lesar Distinguished Lecture on Monday, Jan. 27, at Southern Illinois University’s Simmons Law School.
A string quartet, comprising faculty from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Music and featuring pianist Doreen Lee, will perform Saturday, Jan. 25.
Almost daily, stories of cyber-attacks flood the news, but the Illinois APEX Accelerator and the Office of Innovation and Economic Development at Southern Illinois University Carbondale are offering a special workshop to help area business owners protect themselves from cyber threats.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking nominations for the Lindell W. Sturgis Memorial Public Service Award, which honors an employee for their community work away from campus.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will celebrate the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday with a special Week of Service Jan. 20-24.
Catch a glimpse of the excitement planned for this spring for the nationally recognized Southern Illinois Music Festival (SIFest) with a preview concert on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Artspace 304 in Carbondale.
Six Southern Illinois University Carbondale journalism students will receive hands-on experience covering President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday, Jan. 20.
Southern Illinois is a haven for outdoor activities, and Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center will host the inaugural Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit, a March 28 event to foster growth in the region’s outdoor industry.
Rachel Kousser, a professor at Brooklyn College and the Graduate Center, City University of New York, will join Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute on Wednesday, Jan. 15, for a virtual discussion on classical studies and the legacy of Alexander the Great.
Although he spent just four years in the White House and his humanitarian works after leaving office are widely applauded, Southern Illinois University Carbondale political experts say former President Jimmy Carter’s legacy includes significant and impressive successes while in office.
This is your chance to explore for free the myriad equipment, facilities and services the Student Recreation Center at Southern Illinois University Carbondale has to offer. Everyone is welcome at Community Day 2025, set for 1-5 p.m. Jan. 12.
