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Danforth to discuss diplomacy, politics and role of religion in public affairs - John C. Danforth, a former U.S. senator and ambassador to the United Nations, will discuss his career in politics, diplomacy, and the role of religion in public affairs during a virtual conversation next week hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute.
SIU’s virtual Innova-ship program begins in October - It’s a six-week commitment of less than two hours a week and it could change your life, according to organizers.
SIU faculty have record year winning outside funding - The complex-looking machinery in Arash Komaee’s engineering laboratory at Southern Illinois University Carbondale may someday lead to, among other things, equipment that uses natural magnets to manipulate medical devices inside a patient’s body in a non-invasive manner.
SIU Carbondale awards 144 University Excellence Scholarships for 2020-21 - Southern Illinois University Carbondale is awarding 144 academically high-achieving students who also demonstrate leadership skills with University Excellence Scholarships for 2020-2021.
Mandatory Ethics training begins Oct. 1 - Mandatory 2020 annual ethics training for all SIU Carbondale faculty, staff, graduate assistants, volunteers, student employees, and extra help employees takes place Oct. 1-31 on the Desire2Learn (D2L) platform. School of Medicine employees who are on the Carbondale campus will complete training using HealthStream.
SIU’s Green Roof marks 10-year anniversary with plans for an upgrade - As Southern Illinois University Carbondale marks the 10th anniversary of its innovative Agriculture Building Green Roof sustainability project, a virtual event on Friday will highlight a new chapter in its life.
SIU Carbondale awards nine Provost Scholarships for 2020-2021 - Outstanding efforts in the classroom, leadership and community service are among the qualities of the nine students chosen as 2020-21 Provost Scholars at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
SIU Carbondale awards 26 Chancellor Scholarships for 2020-2021 - Exceptional efforts in the classroom and in their communities helped this year’s Chancellor’s Scholars at Southern Illinois University Carbondale stand out from their peers.
SIU students, families invited to enter 2020 Saluki Family of the Year contest - Southern Illinois University Carbondale will be honoring not one, but two Saluki families this year. This year, Saluki Family Weekend is becoming Saluki Family Appreciation Week, with a host of virtual activities Oct. 5-10.
Virtual panel to discuss diverse career opportunities in agriculture - A virtual panel discussion this week hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Agricultural, Life and Physical Sciences will explore the diverse career opportunities available within the farming industry for women.
Media Advisory – SIU School of Law experts available to discuss Supreme Court - With the Sept. 18 death of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the expectation that President Trump will nominate a replacement for the nine-member court by the end of the week, the Southern Illinois University School of Law has Constitutional law experts who are available to discuss the impact of Ginsburg’s death, the nomination process and related events to reporters, photographers and news crews.
Saluki AdLab students gain experience with Census project - As the deadline approaches, a student-run, full-service advertising agency at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is working with a Chicago-based non-profit health center organization to promote completing the 2020 Census to Hispanic markets.
Explore SIU’s selection of art, music and educational classes, workshops this fall - Children and adults of all ages will find an array of fun, educational and enriching programs, courses and workshops this fall at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Simon Institute talks will focus on progressive politics, foreign policy challenges - Two upcoming virtual discussions hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will look at progressive politics in the United States and the nation’s foreign policy challenges.
Law school students coordinating voter drive beginning Saturday - SIU School of Law students are coordinating a four-day voter registration drive in Carbondale this week as part of a national effort to register eligible voters ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.
Virtual conversation on race-based trauma and mental health is Sept. 21 - Faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members from across the SIU System are invited to join a live virtual discussion next week that focuses on race-based trauma and mental health, and its impact on higher education institutions and members of the university community.
SIU’s virtual Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month celebration kicks off Tuesday - “Be Proud of Your Past, Embrace Your Future” is the theme of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s 2020 Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month celebration.
Faculty and staff can order regalia Sept. 22 - University Events and Protocol is announcing a faculty and staff regalia sale next week through Herff Jones, a national provider of custom regalia.
Touch of Nature course will help in preparing for any wilderness medical emergency - A Wilderness First Responder Certification Course offered next month by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Environmental Center will help in handling any type of medical emergency, particularly when 911 assistance or emergency responders are not readily available.
Microsoft Teams online introductory sessions offered - The Office of Information Technology has developed an introductory session to show the many uses of Microsoft Teams and will offer it twice during the month of September.
Grant supports expanded COVID-19 testing for Jackson County, SIU - A $2.8 million grant resulting from a partnership between the Jackson County Health Department, Southern Illinois Healthcare and Southern Illinois University Carbondale will bring expanded COVID-19 testing to the county and SIU campus.
Former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg highlights Simon Institute’s fall lineup - Pete Buttigieg, a 2020 Democratic presidential candidate and the former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, headlines the fall schedule of speakers hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute.
Registration is open for Touch of Nature’s ‘Leave No Trace’ course - A course at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Environmental Center next month will prepare participants to promote responsible use of the outdoors.
Study, video aim to help preschoolers practice pandemic safety - Can superheroes and fun activities help in keeping preschoolers safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic?
SIU’s Simon Institute launches ‘Meet the Mayor’ series next week - Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute next week will launch a new series that focuses on how mayors across Illinois are working to serve their communities.
SIU’s Craft Shop offers assorted virtual or in-person activities this fall - The Craft Shop, a popular spot in the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Student Center, is offering a variety of virtual or in-person workshops and events this fall.
SIU Carbondale sees 31 percent increase in new students - The number of first-time college students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale increased by 31.2% this fall.
SIU Carbondale sees 31 percent increase in new students - The number of first-time college students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale increased by 31.2% this fall. The total reflects a 32.9% increase in new first-time students enrolling from the Southern Illinois region.
SIU’s University Museum features an array of exhibitions this fall - An eclectic mixture of politics, artwork and pieces culled from University Museum’s own collection is providing for an array of interesting exhibitions at Southern Illinois University Carbondale this fall.
SIU recognizes September as Suicide Prevention Month - In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Wellness and Health Promotion Services is sponsoring a variety of special events for the campus community in September.
