2022 Sunset Concerts kick off June 30
It’s back! The Sunset Concerts Series, a popular summer tradition since 1978, is returning in 2022 with six weeks of free musical entertainment for all ages and interests.
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SIU seeking tutors to help schoolchildren impacted by COVID pandemic
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic may be felt in countless ways for many years to come, but Southern Illinois University Carbondale is launching an intensive, research-based tutoring program to support the children whose learning progress stalled because they were unable to attend classes as usual.
Saluki Pride: Justin Young, leader of the Playing for Pets fundraiser, highlights his passion for teaching
Communications studies instructor Justin Young created a video games class at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and received a $3,000 teaching innovation grant from the College of Liberal Arts, which he used to bring more resources and equipment for his new class. In the future, his goals include building a cross-disciplinary study of video games at SIU, similar to how people study film or literature.
SIU’s inaugural Diversity Prelaw Summer Institute aims for more inclusive legal profession
Fifteen high achieving juniors and seniors from colleges around the country will gain insight on legal careers and preparing for law school at the Southern Illinois University School of Law’s inaugural Diversity Prelaw Summer Institute, May 25-29 – part of SIU Carbondale’s commitment to diversifying the legal profession.
SIU Carbondale awards Provost’s Scholarships to local community college students
Eleven high achieving community college students from Illinois will be receiving Southern Illinois University Carbondale 2022 Provost’s Scholarships, which covers tuition and mandatory fees for two years.
Showcase performances highlight Southern Illinois Music Festival, June 6-26
The 18th annual and nationally recognized Southern Illinois Music Festival (SIFest) returns to promote the region’s cultural activity by again featuring a strong blend of professional singers and instrumentalists along with select SIU Carbondale faculty and students.
New York Times economics correspondent to discuss new book on billionaires profiting from COVID
New York Times global economics correspondent Peter S. Goodman will discuss how several billionaires exploited the COVID-19 pandemic in a virtual conversation next week hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute.
SIU hosting virtual symposium May 25 in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will be celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special symposium at 4 p.m. May 25. Everyone is invited to tune in for “Asian American and Pacific Islanders’ Contributions and Challenges in American Society.”
Dates set for 2022 SIU Family Weekend, Homecoming
Mark your calendars, make your reservations and plan to attend the 2022 Family Weekend and Homecoming celebrations at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The dates have been set, with Family Weekend on Sept. 23-25 and Homecoming on Oct. 10-15.
SIU Automotive continues its 70-year history of setting the pace
Whether the work was in temporary military buildings or a state-of-the-industry facility, the strength of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s nationally recognized automotive program continues to resonate through seven decades.
Tim Marlo offers his students unique, real-world learning experiences
Tim Marlo, clinical associate professor in the School of Analytics, Finance and Economics, is not only devoted to helping SIU students in the classroom, preparing them for their future careers.
Longtime SIU professional Amanda Everett to serve as director of admissions
Amanda Everett, a longtime professional at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, will serve as director of admissions.
Chicago Tribune reporter to discuss Madigan book
Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long will discuss his recent book about former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan in a virtual conversation hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute.