Southern Illinois University | Sunday, November 18, 2018
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Learn to handle wilderness medical emergencies at SIU’s Touch of Nature - Learn how to handle medical emergencies wherever you are, including places where calling 911 can’t get a quick and easy response, at a pair of intensive wilderness medical training workshops hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Environmental Center.
Suhaimee is RSS Student Employee of the Month - Daniel Suhaimee is the newest recipient of the Student Employee of the Month award from Recreational Sports and Services at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Suhaimee, of Carbondale and formerly of Malaysia, is facility manager for RSS, a position he’s held for over a year.
Students capture communities’ spirit through photographs - A photo exhibit months in the making introduced Southern Illinois University Carbondale photography students to local communities. Their work goes on display later this month.
‘In the Shadow of His Language’ examines academic life, sacrifice and success - What are you willing to give up for success? Get ready for a theatrical roller coaster ride as a first generation college student wrestles through life’s big questions and discovers what is really worth the sacrifice.
SIU faculty diversity excellence honored - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusion is once again apparent as three faculty members recently earned special recognition.
Glass artist David Levi will present lecture Thursday - Glass artist and designer David Levi will give a visiting artist lecture at 7 p.m. Thursday in Morris Library’s John C. Guyon Auditorium.
Upcoming choir concert to feature Mozart’s famed 'Coronation Mass' - The Choral Union at SIU is bringing a fresh perspective to a traditional Mozart piece at their upcoming fall concert. The performance features university and community members, along with four professional soloists who will spotlight the rich history of Mozart’s Coronation Mass.
Thanks “Giving Back” Food Drive Wednesday to benefit SIU students in need - The Thanks “Giving Back” Food Drive on Wednesday at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a chance to help Salukis in need.
Media Advisory – Touch of Nature Special Hunts - Touch of Nature Environmental Center, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s experiential learning facility, is offering several hunting opportunities to special population groups in coming weeks and media are welcome to cover the hunts.
Storey honored as Lincoln Academy student laureate - According to her professors, Andrea Storey does not have an off button. Her unquenchable drive and passion are the key things that landed her a spot as winner of the 2018 Lincoln Academy of Illinois student laureate award for Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Workshops, events will focus on international education - As a part of International Education Week, the university’s Center for International Education (CIE) will hold events and workshops for faculty, staff and students beginning Sunday.
‘1Day Stand’ against tobacco and second-hand smoke is Wednesday - Wellness and Health Promotion Services is hosting a campaign on campus Wednesday that raises awareness of the harmful effects of tobacco use and second-hand smoke.
Students will share their thoughts on diversity and inclusion - Six undergraduate students will share their thoughts on diversity and inclusion in a public forum next week in the Student Center Auditorium.
Nominate an inspiring colleague for a Faculty and Staff Excellence Award - Know someone who inspires you with their incredible talent, passion and commitment? Nominate them for a Faculty and Staff Excellence Award. The nomination deadline is 4:30 p.m. Feb. 8.
2018 American Song Festival begins Wednesday - 2018 American Song Festival begins Wednesday The School of Music’s 2018 American Song Festival starts Wednesday and will feature Grammy-nominated alumna Emily Fons.
Jazz concerts are coming to Southern Illinois venues - With two performances scheduled for local, iconic venues, the School of Music at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is preparing for a month full of jazz.
Vigil, ceremony highlight annual Veterans Day event on Nov. 11 - Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the city of Carbondale will host a joint Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 at the Veterans Memorial Plaza in Carbondale.
School of Art and Design visiting artist lectures set - The School of Art and Design welcomes ceramic artists Linda Nguyen Lopez and Matthew McConnell for the upcoming Visiting Artist Lecture on Nov. 8.
Learn to manage debt, build savings and win ‘the Money Game’ at free presentation - For most people, money issues start to build up around the college years. Student loans, credit card debt and mounting expenses can quickly become a 20-30-year repayment project. But with a little thought and careful planning, author and speaker Adam Carroll believes students can live strategically while still in college, and set themselves up for long-term financial freedom.
Expert to discuss U.N. climate report at next Saluki Energy Forum - An expert in climate variability and change will give a keynote presentation at the next Saluki Energy Forum early next week.
SIU to host lectures on human trafficking in Illinois, human rights and social media in Myanmar - Human trafficking in Illinois is the focus of a presentation Thursday at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Media Advisory – National Health Law Moot Court competition is this weekend - The SIU School of Law will host one of the nation’s premier moot court competitions this weekend. The National Health Law Moot Court competition will be Friday and Saturday.
Clara Kridle Memorial Scholarship established at SIU’s College of Business - Southern Illinois University Carbondale served as the launch pad for Clara Kridle’s successful accounting career, so when her colleagues created a memorial scholarship in her honor, they and her family chose to help propel future Salukis toward successful careers in the world of business by establishing the Clara J. Kridle Memorial Scholarship Endowment.
Parking Division to drop citations in exchange for peanut butter - Want a parking fine dropped? The Department of Public Safety Parking Division is holding a one-day event on Nov. 9 to benefit the Saluki Food Pantry.
Traditional dance performance to kickoff SIU’s 2018 Native American Heritage Month celebration - With a traditional dance performance Nov. 1, Southern Illinois University Carbondale will kick off a month-long celebration of Native American Heritage Month, which will feature guest speakers, presentations, workshops, films, a craft night and more.
SIU rolling out new cannabis research initiative to support evolving markets - Industrial hemp and medical marijuana are on the rise. The industries need more trained cultivators and technicians, and farmers want to know more about how they could benefit from these markets.
Research grants support podcasting, AI, robots and more on SIU campus - A new podcasting lab, innovative uses of 3D printing, robots and artificial intelligence, and more are all coming to Southern Illinois University Carbondale thanks to the ingenuity of its faculty and support from the SIU Foundation.
“Punk Rock” takes an important look at bullying, violence and teen rebellion - Jump back into all the emotions of high school with a group of outspoken 17 year-olds as they navigate tough issues in SIU’s new play, “Punk Rock.”
SIU’s Public Health Program earns longest possible accreditation - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Public Health Program recently earned a seven-year accreditation, the maximum term possible, from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
Lesar Lecture to focus on affordable housing as a human right - Housing policies in the United States and efforts to legislate and enforce fair housing will be among the key points in a lecture next week at the SIU School of Law.
