SIU in the News - September, 2023
Eric Holzmueller and Charles Ruffner, professors in the School of Agricultural Sciences, discuss ecosystems and potential fire risk in the Shawnee National Forest.
Chicago Tribune (subscription required) — Sept. 27, 2023
Article cites Brent Pease, assistant professor, School of Forestry and Horticulture, and his research on the economic impact of a Stellar’s sea eagle far from its usual territory.
Canadian Geographic — Sept. 27, 2023
Brian Croft, director, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, discussed the benefits of the SIU Credit Union Event Center, which should be completed in spring 2024.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 27, 2023
The groundbreaking for the SIU Credit Union Event Center at the Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center is highlighted.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 28, 2023
John Jackson, visiting professor, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses the issues surrounding the potential of a shutdown by the federal government.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — Sept. 27, 2023
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses how a federal government shutdown could impact Illinois
WCPT Radio, Willow Springs, Illinois — Sept. 26, 2023
SIU President Dan Mahony discusses enrollment strategies, the increase in students at SIU Carbondale, salary increases, operating budgets, and a $1 million donation by Professor James Franklin Sharp to rename University Museum as Sharp Museum.
WSIU Radio — Sept. 24, 2023
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute and William Freivogel, School of Advertising and Journalism, discuss the impact of Rupert Murdoch’s decision to step down from Fox News and News Corp.
CTV Canada — Sept. 22, 2023
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, talks about the potential of a government shutdown and that it reinforces public concerns about government.
WBEZ-FM Chicago — Sept. 23, 2023
Gregory DeYong, associate professor of operations management, discusses the factors and impact of a continuing strike by autoworkers.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 20, 2023
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses what is ahead for Fox News after Rupert Murdoch’s decision to step down from Fox News and News Corp.
WPSD Local 6 — Sept. 22, 2023
Cornè Prozesky, director, Recreational Sports and Services, discusses Mountainfilm on Tour coming to Carbondale.
The 21st Show/Illinois Public Media — Sept. 22, 2023
Wendell Williams, associate vice chancellor for enrollment management, and Sarah Jiter, undergraduate admissions director, discuss the efforts behind the university's enrollment increase for the fall 2023 semester.
WSIU InFocus — Sept. 17, 2023
Jonathan Remo, associate professor, geography and environmental resources, discusses the impact on barge traffic and locks and dams on the environment.
Marketplace/St. Louis Public Radio (and other outlets) — Sept. 18, 2023
Cindy Buys, professor, SIU School of Law, explains reasons for a backlog in migrants being able to obtain work permits.
Block Club Chicago — Sept. 19, 2023
The university's job and internship fair is highlighted.
KBSI-TV — Sept. 19, 2023
Chancellor Austin Lane discusses enrollment gains, including the push to get more area students on campus and increases in graduate and professional students, SIU Day and Saluki Takeover in the Chicago area.
WSIU Radio — Sept. 17, 2023
The increase in the university’s enrollment compared with other institutions in Illinois is highlighted.
WSIU Radio — Sept. 17, 2023
John Jackson, visiting professor, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses political strategies by Democrats and Republicans to attract downstate Illinois voters.
State Journal-Register — Sept. 17, 2023
Julie Hibdon, associate professor, criminology and criminal justice, School of Justice and Public Safety, is profiled.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 15, 2023
Research by Sangmin Shin, an assistant professor in the School of Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering, that focuses on stabilizing complex and uncertain water supply systems, is featured.
Informed infrastructure — Sept. 15, 2023
Research by Brent Pease and Kofi Akamani, faculty in the School of Forestry and Horticulture, into the travels of the Steller’s sea eagle's journey through the United States and Canada, is highlighted.
British Ecological Society — Sept. 14, 2023
Gary Kinsel, director, Cannabis Science Center, discusses the possible changes in federal regulations on cannabis.
WBBM Newsradio Chicago and other outlets — Sept. 12, 2023
Gregory DeYong, associate professor of operations management, discusses the relationship between automakers and parts suppliers and the impact of a possible strike by auto workers.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch — Sept. 13, 2023
SIU Day is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 13, 2023
The 9/11 Saluki Stair Climb to honor the victims of the Sept. 2001 terrorist attack is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 11, 2023
Gregory DeYong, associate professor of operations management, discusses the potential impact of a strike by members of the United Auto Workers.
Edwardsville Intelligencer — Sept. 12, 2023
Lt. Col. Jessica Dwyer, SIU Carbondale Air Force ROTC detachment 205 commander, discusses the 9/11 Saluki Stair Climb Tribute at Saluki Stadium to pay tribute to the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 11, 2023
The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute hosted Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs on Sept. 12.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 12, 2023
Gary Kinsel, director, Cannabis Science Center, discusses research at the center and the impact of possible changes to federal regulations on cannabis.
KSDK-TV — Sept. 7, 2023
The university's fall semester enrollment gain is highlighted.
West Kentucky Star — Sept. 7, 2023
Chancellor Austin Lane discusses the significance of the university’s highest overall enrollment increase in more than two decades, and the importance of partnerships with local high schools and community colleges.
KFVS-TV/KWCH-Wichita, Kansas — Sept. 6, 2023
The 2.3% overall enrollment increase for the fall 2023 semester is celebrated.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 6, 2023
Gary Kinsel, director, Cannabis Science Center, discusses the impact of potential changes to how cannabis is federally regulated.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 6, 2023
Numerous media statewide noted SIU’s enrollment increase for the fall 2023 semester.
WJBD Radio-Salem/WXEF-Effingham — Sept. 5, 2023
The university's fall semester enrollment gain is featured.
WSIL-TV — Sept. 5, 2023
The university's overall enrollment growth for the fall semester is highlighted.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 5, 2023
Melissa Ray Roach, director, Illinois Small Business Development Center, discusses the Southern Illinois 2023 Business Plan Competition.
WSIU News — Sept. 5, 2023
The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute's 25th anniversary celebration on Sept. 29 in Chicago is highlighted. The institute will also host an Oct. 30 in Carbondale.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 4, 2023
Melissa Ray Roach, director, Illinois Small Business Development Center, discusses the importance of small businesses to the region.
Southern Illinoisan — Sept. 3, 2023
A recent virtual discussion hosted by the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute with Jim Nowlan, a former member of the Illinois General Assembly, state agency director and retired professor, is highlighted.
WTAX Radio and other outlets — Sept. 5, 2023
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