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Virtual appointments available for faculty, staff regalia sale on March 20 - 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.
SIU’s ‘Journey to the Sun’ talk focuses on sounds of nature during eclipses - The effects of solar eclipses on the sounds of nature will be the topic of the next talk in a series focused on the sun and the major role it plays in the lives of humans everywhere, hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
SIU Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble to present ‘AMEN!’ Feb. 27 - Almost 80 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students will perform a series of spiritual songs when they present “AMEN!” at Shryock Auditorium in a free performance at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27.
SIU’s Morris Library to host March 1 event highlighting Shawnee Forest paintings - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Morris Library and the Special Collections Research Center will host a reception Saturday, March 1, to unveil paintings of the Shawnee National Forest by landscape and wildlife artist Abraham Hunter.
SIU Zero Waste Station at International Food Festival spotlights campus sustainability initiatives - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Office of Sustainability is promoting sustainability and green initiatives of all kinds across campus and its latest promotion, a Zero Waste Station at the university’s International Food Festival, was a huge success.
Apply now for 2025 Green Fund grants - Sustainability is intrinsic to Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and the ongoing effort to meet that commitment is ramping up as applications are now being accepted for the 22nd round of Green Fund grants.
SIU’s Sharp Museum reception Feb. 21 highlights new exhibits - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum features four new exhibits this spring, including works by local artist and SIU Carbondale alumna DeSande R and “UnEssay” projects by anthropology students.
SIU’s Paul Simon Institute director to discuss statesmanship at U.N. book event - John Shaw, director of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, will discuss statesmanship and diplomacy on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the United Nations Bookshop in New York City.
SIU System ADEI Lifetime Achievement Award nominations accepted - Nominations are being accepted for the Dr. Wesley G. Robinson-McNeese ADEI Lifetime Achievement Award. The nomination deadline is March 14.
SIU offering free community tai chi classes - Free tai chi classes are available now at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, courtesy of a visiting scholar from China with SIU’s Center for International Education.
SIU community invited to REC Day Feb. 20 - Recreational Sports and Services welcomes faculty, staff and students to enjoy a variety of special activities, games and more during REC Day on Feb. 20. The fun is happening all day long, but the competitions and tournaments will take place between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Students can bring a guest for free and sign up for free fitness assessments that day, too.
Research repository now available through Morris Library - A nonprofit, multidisciplinary, open access repository offering data curation and publishing services is available to SIU Carbondale-affiliated researchers through Morris Library.
Register now for SIU’s Southern Illinois Drug Awareness Conference - A two-day conference at Southern Illinois University Carbondale will bring together a diverse group of participants to focus on substance use, mental health and homelessness and how these issues correlate.
Budget development training sessions scheduled - Susan Simmers, vice chancellor for administration and finance, is inviting staff and faculty who will be participating in the budget process for fiscal year 2026 to upcoming training sessions.
More than 100 middle, high school students to visit SIU for inaugural Woodwind Day - More than 100 middle school and high school students from throughout the region will learn the nuances of playing woodwind instruments at the inaugural Woodwind Day, hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Music on Wednesday, Feb. 19.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale officially among top research schools in the U.S. - Southern Illinois University Carbondale today (Feb. 13) has officially entered the ranks of the top research universities in the nation: It has been designated Research 1, or R1, in the Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education.
Faculty, staff eligible for youth summer soccer camp discounts - SIU women’s soccer is offering discounts for upcoming camps for children of SIU Carbondale faculty and staff.
Campus community invited to listening sessions on travel expense vouchers - Susan Simmers, vice chancellor for administration and finance, is inviting the campus community to join her for listening sessions next month for employees to provide feedback and insights into travel expense vouchers.
SIU accounting students to provide free income tax preparation for public - Free income tax preparation services will soon be available to community members and students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, courtesy of a group of specially trained volunteers.
High school students coming to SIU for regional science competition - About two dozen young scientists from throughout the state will arrive at Southern Illinois University Carbondale in February for a two-day symposium highlighting their independent research.
Sign up now for SIU’s Feb. 15 Love at First Onsight climbing contest - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s popular, Valentine-themed climbing competition, Love at First Onsight, returns to campus Saturday, Feb. 15, and registration is now underway.
Sign up now for free mental health first aid certification training - All SIU faculty, staff and students are welcome to participate in free mental health first aid certification training, courtesy of Student Health Services’ Wellness and Health Promotion Services.
SIU’s SouthernTECH research and business growth event postponed until March 4 - Due to uncertain weather and widespread illness in the region, the SouthernTECH 2025: Advancing SIU Research, Building Businesses, Igniting Smart Growth” conference, originally scheduled for Feb. 11 at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, is being postponed until March 4.
‘PHOENIX’ dance concert debuts on SIU McLeod Theater stage, Feb. 14-16 - A program showcasing the diverse dance talents of Southern Illinois University Carbondale students and guest artists will take the McLeod Theater stage Feb. 14-16.
SIU advertising expert: Celebrities, nostalgia and AI highlight Super Bowl ads - The superpower of celebrities and the growing influence of artificial intelligence will be in front of millions of television viewers when Super Bowl LIX hits screens across the nation on Sunday, Feb. 9, said Bridget Lescelius, an associate lecturer in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Journalism and Advertising.
Roundtable talks to examine support for first-year students - Faculty, staff and graduate assistants are invited to attend three first-year experience roundtable discussions this semester. The sessions will examine the unique transitions, challenges and experiences of first-time-in-college students and transfer students who are new to SIU Carbondale.
SIU’s fermentation science student gets co-op position with St. Nick’s - Students with Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s fermentation science program are putting their brewing skills to use through a new co-op program with a local beer maker that provides part-time employment and training opportunities.
SIU Carbondale, Taiwanese university reach pact for aviation, other opportunities - Southern Illinois University Carbondale and Chaoyang University of Technology (CYUT) in Taiwan recently entered into an agreement to promote collaborative academic, research and student exchange possibilities.
Sign up now for SIU’s 2025 Little Grassy Songwriter Retreat - Calling all music fans who are songwriters or would like to be. The third annual Little Grassy Winter Songwriter Retreat is coming to Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s scenic Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center Feb. 28-March 2, and registration is now underway.
SIU Carbondale awards full-ride Chancellor’s Scholarships to 35 high achieving students - Thirty-five high achieving high school seniors are receiving Southern Illinois University Carbondale 2025 Chancellor’s Scholarships, which cover tuition, mandatory fees, on-campus housing and food for four years.
