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Sign up now for SIU’s SBDC Day seminar and celebration set for March 18 - The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is hosting an SBDC Day celebration and Business Growth Seminar on March 18 in recognition of National SBDC Day.
Seven finalists vie for SIU’s 2026 Rickert-Ziebold Award - Seven graduating seniors in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Art and Design are preparing to compete for the university’s most prestigious art prize — the Rickert-Ziebold Trust Award.
SIU’s Paul Simon Institute hosts leading diplomat on March 13 to discuss Middle East conflict - Jan Eliasson, a former Swedish and United Nations diplomat, will join Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute for a virtual discussion about the American and Israeli attack on Iran and the growing conflict in the Middle East on Friday, March 13.
SIU’s 2026 Big Muddy Film Festival features 72 films - The longstanding Big Muddy Film Festival returns to Southern Illinois University Carbondale to showcase some of the finest works of independent filmmakers and students.
SIU String Orchestra to perform March 17 - The Southern Illinois University Carbondale String Orchestra will present a free, public concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, in Pulliam Hall’s Furr Auditorium.
SIU Book/Vinyl and Media sale is March 20-21 - Discover treasures and hard-to-find items at the Friends of Morris Library and WSIU Radio massive public sale at Southern Illinois University Carbondale later this month.
SIU students advance to national FBLA competition taking eight top prizes at state - A team of Southern Illinois University Carbondale students recently demonstrated their business-world expertise by bringing home a remarkable eight prizes from the recent Future Business Leaders of America state conference.
Traveler training session is March 17 - The Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance Office is offering an additional in-person travel training session on Tuesday, March 17, to help SIU Carbondale employees improve the travel and reimbursement process. The session is from 9-10:30 a.m. in Morris Library, rooms 752/754. Pre-registration is required.
SIU’s Paul Simon Institute discussion focuses on importance of ‘charisma’ in politics - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will explore the power and mystery of charisma during a virtual discussion on Monday, March 16.
Fuller Futures Festival and Conference is next month - SIU Carbondale faculty, staff and students are invited to submit proposals and be engaged in a five-day festival in April that looks to carry on the vision and legacy of noted futurist, architect and designer R. Buckminster Fuller.
SIU Simmons Law School is expanding legal clinics - The Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School is expanding opportunities for students to receive experiential training through additional legal clinics that will serve more clients in the region.
SIU’s Bull Performance and Test Sale is March 6 - A months-long evaluation process will come to fruition on Friday, March 6, as 100 to 150 beef producers are expected to attend Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s 44th annual Bull Performance Test and Sale at the SIU Beef Evaluation Center.
SIU offers free TV, film production assistant training starting March 20 - Interested in getting involved in film production? If so, you’ll want to check out Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s SI Film and TV Workforce Training Program.
SIU Concert Choir will perform March 5 - The Southern Illinois University Carbondale Concert Choir will present “Beauty Walks,” an evening of beloved choral works spanning centuries, on Thursday, March 5.
Promotion, tenure workshops scheduled for March 17-18 - The Office of the Associate Provost for Academic Administration will host a series of promotion and tenure workshops Tuesday and Wednesday, March 17-18.
Plan to attend SIU’s popular Maple Syrup Festival at Touch of Nature March 21-22 - The 2026 Maple Syrup Festival, a popular springtime tradition for the whole family, is happening March 21-22 at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center.
SIU will recognize March as Women’s History Month with a variety of events - “Leading with Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future” is the theme for this year’s Women’s History Month as Southern Illinois University Carbondale celebrates the achievements of women and looks to the future.
From teeth to trade routes: SIU researcher traces ancient dogs' origins to reveal new clues about the Maya world - To trace connections across the ancient Maya world, archaeologists often follow objects that traveled, such as jade, obsidian, or pottery. But Chris Stantis — assistant professor of anthropology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale — starts somewhere less expected: dogs.
SIU Simon Institute’s spring events focus on public service, politics, philanthropy - The spring program of speakers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will focus on themes of public service, politics and philanthropy.
SIU trumpet ensemble looks to make noise in national competition - For a second straight year, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Music will vie for a title in the small ensemble division of the collegiate National Trumpet Competition.
SIU to host viewing party for March 3 total lunar eclipse - Can't sleep? Up early? You'll be ready for the total lunar eclipse observation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale at 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3.
SIU students, faculty to be honored at All Ag Banquet Friday - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Agricultural, Life and Physical Sciences will celebrate the successes of its students, faculty, staff and alumni at the 74th All Ag Banquet on Friday, Feb. 27.
Virtual appointments available for faculty, staff regalia sale on March 19 - Events and Outreach is announcing a virtual faculty and staff regalia sale through Herff Jones, a national provider of custom regalia. Graduate students wishing to purchase regalia rather than rent are also welcome.
U.S. Air Force Shades of Blue jazz ensemble to perform Feb. 28 at SIU - The U.S. Air Force Shades of Blue jazz ensemble will give a free, public performance, on Saturday, Feb. 28, in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Shryock Auditorium.
SIU’s Dental Hygiene Program hosts inaugural white coat ceremony - The Dental Hygiene Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently launched a symbolic new tradition by hosting its inaugural white coat ceremony.
Budget management report training for non-state funds set - The Office of Administration and Finance is offering in-person training sessions beginning today (Feb. 23) to help SIU Carbondale employees learn how to access and use the new Budget Management Report in PowerBI, with a focus on non-state funds. Training sessions are available this week through Thursday, Feb. 26.
SIU Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band to showcase ‘AMERICANA’ Feb. 25 - Nearly 80 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students will kick off the spring semester with a tribute to the nation’s 250th anniversary when they present “AMERICANA” on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
SIU students claim third prize at national tax competition - Top three in the entire country.
‘Metamorphoses’ hits SIU’s Moe theater stage Feb. 25-March 1 - A series of Greek myths adapted from a poem by the ancient Roman poet Ovid transforms into modern-day life when “Metamorphoses” comes to Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Christian Moe Laboratory Theater, Feb. 25-March 1.
Volunteers sought for World Languages and Cultures Day - Volunteer opportunities are available for faculty, staff and students who would like to help show off SIU Carbondale during World Languages and Cultures Day on March 19. The program is from 8:30 a.m. to noon in various locations in the Student Center.
